The opening close up passing shot of "Pentimento" has to be one of the two most beautiful cruising shots on TH-cam. Your "ATTICUS II" and "FAIR AISLE" are absolutely stunning yachts in the traditions I grew up with. Here I should admit that I am 84 years young and grew up from infancy on my Father's boats. Then, in the USCG, I crewed on the 72' "CURLEW" out of Cape May and the Tall Ship "EAGLE" from Panama to Cuba 65 years ago. Later I owned three (DARK SIDE) Powerboats in succession. I hope you can keep going for a long time so that I can relive my youth through you. THANK YOU BOTH! And may God grant you fair winds, calm seas and safe harbors at the end of every voyage!
I don't know why I like watching you guys so much. It's just so real and personal. Watched other sailling channels and never felt any connection with the authors.
I've watched all of your videos and I think this one finally tickled my itch for good sailing videos. So nice to see you guys sailing and going out to dinner and meeting people. True cruising. I know repairs are necessary, but these are the videos I live for.
You're a good sailor. No wonder your crew can take a rest ; ) If I was at the helm I wouldn't have changed course when I saw that other boat. He may have been thinking the same thing as you, continually tweaking his course. You wouldn't need to make an adjustment till you were much closer and with only two boats on the water pretty good odds you weren't on a collision course anyway. Now I'll continue watching and see what cappy did. You did what you're most comfortable with and that's what matters. Loving the new boat!
Nice sail but you guys need to start using a preventer when sailing off the wind. Once wind aft of abeam, rig a line from the end of the boom thru at least your mid deck cleat and run back to the cockpit, pull tight. Keeps the boom from jybing. Off shore or in more open water, run the line thru the a fwd cleat. One other observation. You have AIS, need to get comfortable calling other boats over VHF if in doubt of their course. AIS will give the boat's name and other key info like closest point of approach (CPA) and time to that approach (TCPA). It's only going to get more crowded out there. Be safe
Can't wait to see you three hit the seas regularly, visiting some great spots and sharing your destinations ins and outs. You are starting to really hit what makes your channel so special, lots of screen time from both of you and your interactions with the local people. I can't wait to see the subscriptions and viewership numbers sky rocket, the Atticus 2 is looking incredible and your knowledge and comfort level with her is starting to show. Cheers ....
So glad you're all having so much fun... Looks like you were in Oaks Bluff..... I was tied up at the town dock right across from the gingerbread houses many years ago.. while on vacation
Careful on the run to Portland. Really no place to stop between Portland and Portsmouth without local knowledge. Lot's of fog this year. Unusual. Aim for the Portland LNB, and watch for tugs with tows. There are more than you might expect. Don't miss jewell Island and especially Don't miss Seguin Island. A bit rolly but worth it. It just gets better and better the further east you go. . . .when the weather cooperates. . . Which this year, well it isn't really so far. Also don't go between a lobster trap pickup buoy, with a vertical stick, and it's companion float line, usually floating 15 or so feet downwind or down stream. The float line is usually about 2 inches beneath the surface, and will run for your prop before you can stop. Only option is to cut, then RETIE the line. Please don't just cut it. It's usually attached to several hundred bucks worth of gear. They are all over Penobscot Bay. My record is 5 in one afternoon.
Hiya. Love your boat and the off grid aspects. Was headed the same way with my Endeavour 32 long keel shallow draft, after living off grid on land for over 30 years. Thought of something after watching your April 2020 video and seeing those plastic trays with holes in, that you keep fruit and veg in, in the Cabin. Potential there for a cheap, and free to run Cooler - almost fridge, which can get surprisingly cold. A water evaporation Coolbox. You can stack some of those trays at a spot in the airflow, cover them with a large towel, and the cheap microfiber ones should work well. Wet the towel, and drape it over the stack of trays, let the wind evaporate it, and as it dries out, keep wetting the towel. you could even end up with a nice lot of sea salt? Worth experimenting with perhaps. I had a breathable 2 piece over suit for my motorbike when touring, and even in Summer, when it got wet, the evaporative cooling could get a bit too much. Only moving part, is water. Best if luck to you both. Bob. PS. got attacked and lost my boat, but hoping to have a motor cruiser at some point - I'm too disabled for a sailing boat any longer, and maybe will meet at an Anchorage some day. 👍🙂🏴
Such a fun episode. I haven’t sailed anything larger than a sunfish, but I love living through your adventures. Great video, keep it up. I’m so glad your getting to do some sailing. Captain Oso is such a great addition to your family, 8 can tell your both smitten.
Awesome sail to Martha's Vineyard guys. Too bad you couldn't stop in Cuttyhunk. Oak Bluffs is great too. Enjoy your time there. Fair winds and following seas Atticus II.
Never been to Martha's Vineyard and how you planned the sail to take advantages of tides and currents is illuminating. Seeing how you dealt with coming into harbor shows how you have to balance situational awareness with the flurry of activity during that same time. Seeing Desiree’s sister, Gio only adds to great episode. Seems Gio and Oso bond makes me wonder how will Gio take to dealing with the unpleasant aspects of having Oso aboard?
I just wanted to share with you guys my awesome Atticus experience. While out camping with friends, I was describing my vicarious life watching this couple sail the world and sharing their experience and experiences. "Wait? On TH-cam?" "YES TH-cam. They got a new boat recently and are sailing New Eng-" "AND a new dog?!" "OMG, Atticus!" "BUD!!!"
You sum up sailing in New England pretty well. It can be crazy sometimes and from experience not all boaters follow the rules and guys in speed boats do some crazy things. Thanks for sharing. We all love Oso
Not sure if anyone has mentioned it yet but just tie a 6ft length of rope to your piece of artificial grass and sling it over the side and let the wake wash it for you- super clean, super quick and saves you messing about! Fair winds guys!
I also have the occasional shower beer , and bud, you earned that one. You are living the dream life, hard knocks diploma....and it looks like you have figured it out....well done..
Love the electric end! Very fun. Also, great description of coming in at the end of a day. The number of things you are doing and paying attention to is always brain taxing.
Hey guys, hope this finds you well and happy! I always love the content! As a sailor in training... I would love to see more of the marina docking protocol and operational interactions. Especially now that they don't need to be in Spanish! I love the examples that you give like Leeward, in this episode... I am interested in more navigation and coordination of dock to dock. I know you do this already, I just want more more more... Thank You for everything, I love it!
You guys are the best people on TH-cam. I love watching your adventures. The videos are so well done. It’s amazing that it’s just the two of you that do all the work that goes into these videos
I just came to a conclusion! Out of the 20 or so sailing channels I watch I do like yours better! I just wish they were longer???????? Lol thanks guys your great!
I know - that was three years ago but watching older Atticus II videos that I hadn't yet seen. I had a home on Cape Cod for 20+ years and sailed out of Pleasant Bay on the Atlantic side, so exiting the Chatham Break to go anywhere. I can't believe sailors just make a quick stop in Martha's Vineyard and head through the canal. And of all places, Oak Bluff, the most touristy spot. I much prefer Vineyard Haven, Edgartown, and Nantucket. And if you are headed to Nantucket, then might as well go out Polluck Rip and take the outside route rather than the canal. Optional stops in Provincetown (P-town locally) and/or Isle of Shoals. Now that I live in Belfast, Maine I'm disappointed you didn't stop in Penobscot Bay, though not on the way to Georgetown so understandable. Disappointed that you are selling Atticus II now and doing the land life thing. Hope you stayed safe during Milton. If you get the urge to go cross county skiing this winter, let me know.
We are such Atticus-Geeks that when Jordan came out of the shower we started laughing and CHEERING "Jordan just took a shower!!!! ON the boat!" Then hushed to silence with the "Did he shower WITH his beer ON the boat!" and back to Cheering "Showered on the BOAT with BEER!" We love you buds! Thankful we get to celebrate these moments with you. Who would of known? Who would have guessed... Shower, beer, and boat all at once. WOW!
Things don't always go well in the live on a sail boat world. That's why I really enjoyed this episode. You were both really relaxed and enjoying life. I LOVE Oso and see he is training well. I love your new boat. Love its lines and rounded stern. Also love there is only one helm station. The boats with two lose so much room. I hope you love the east coast. We live in Nova Scotia and feel it is a world class chunk of land almost surrounded by the beautiful Atlantic. Google us and take note of the Cape Breton Island Highlands. Uma enjoyed it here inc. the awesome hospitality.
If you have to make an adjustment to avoid another vessel make it decisive. Small incremental changes of course are not always apparent to the other vessel . Also knowing the Rules of the Road is as important on the water as land. I’m a former deck officer in the Canadian Coast Guard and British Merchant Navy and can assure you hesitancy in dealing with situations is often to make things worse. Make your correction early and obviously - so what if you have sail a little further
Hey guys! Paul on m/y Eileen's way here. You guys got us through the pandemic and my girlfriend is now a fan of sailing. Been following the N.E. trip and I think I'm catching up to you guys.... I mate on a 118ft private... pulling into Martha's today.... keep a look out. Would love to buy you guys a beer!
I'm so happy to see you guys again!! I can't believe how much your sister looks and sounds so much like you Desire!! Looking forward to next weeks video. Love you guys. ❤
04:00 Why not just slow down 1 knot, change course aiming for the stern of the other boat and pass behind without any issue then return to your original course within a few minutes and no need to wake up the crew.
@@HiroNguy The boat on the port side wasnt that far away and easily pass behind with no big deal. Would have only taken a minute. I do it all the time.
She's learning. Remember they really haven't had to deal with a lot of boat traffic. Even some people who have been boating for years don't really know who has the right of way sometimes.
So my wife is a total 100% land lubber who hates boats and only been sailing 1 day only!! I asked her what would she do? I explained the scenario and her reply was " Without knowing any boating rules slow down let the other boat pass ahead and carry on"
Des, for a situation like that you can just let the boat keep sailing. It looked way too far away to have to worry about changing your course yet. For all you know it could change course when you get closer to it. In that situation with just a single boat in the distance, I would always keep sailing knowing that when I get to 5 or 6 boat lengths away, I can modify my course if necessary for a minute or two and let him pass you while you veer off and go below his stern to avoid collision. Then get right back on course. If you think about how close people get when driving their cars to other cars and big trucks before changing lanes etc, with sailing you have a lot more time and you are going a lot slower. So don't worry about it. Also never assume the other boat knows the rules of the road. Always be prepared to get out of the way whether you technically have the right of way or not.
A new Galley Slave and the first thing ye do is take her out for a meal ?? The new Captain has his crew where he wants them ... right in his paws !! Love the new boat Stay Safe & Fair Winds !!
As a small TH-cam channel creator (compared to yours) myself, I appreciate the time you spend creating and editing very entertaining content! I'm coming late to the game on your channel and always looking forward to the next and watching those I haven't seen yet! Thanks for all the great content and the time it takes to produce!
Great stuff guys! Thank you, ‘80 to ‘85 I lived near Chatham on the cape, loved the trips to MV as well as Nantucket. Your home is ship-shape and greatly admired! Look forward to your next port of call! Cheers buddddies 👍👍
Great content guys, I cannot believe the lack of etiquette shown by powerboat operators if somebody in Australia was to pass a close as some of those guys at speed there would be a major be a major altercation to put it mildly
Atticus II needs a continuous solid cover (more than a dodger) from companionway incorporating the windshield, going aft past the transom, but it may have to be partially transparent, say made of polycarbonate, maybe even openable panels, to keep an eye on the sails, and the rest either with embedded shading or covered with solar panels. I'm sure you will want some shade. Trouble is, you're too dang tall! There's little room between you and the mainsail boom, and you need to stand up much of the time behind the wheel to see what's going on. You'll likely want some fabric and transparent enclosure (a dodger) attached with snaps or whatever along the lower edge of your hard lid for inhospitable weather. You may need to extend this hard cover aftward, because you may need to accomodate a wind generator past the reach of the boom, and other necessities. I'm already past my level of expertise, but these are ideas I thought might be a help. I'm hoping your refit includes a heater/air conditioner, serious refrig-freezer, and all the necessary goodies suited for extended travel. You guys have me hooked. What a team! Great episode, seriously. MV a real party spot.
Love the little guy, he's so cute. Boy your sister is like you - like two peas in a pod. Waiting for a shot of the rear end of the boat showing her new name. Love you posts, keep having fun and stay safe
Haha... reading your comment: "Boy your sister is like you - like two peas in a pod. Waiting for a shot of the rear end...." Hang on. Where's he/she going with this?!? "... of the boat showing the new name." Ohhh. Haha
Hard to tell with the wide angle lens, but I probably think that other boat was trying to get close to say hi. If not racing, I always keep at least 75-100 yards off other boats. But until that time especially if under power, I wouldn’t even bother altering course if someone was on deck. If not give a wide birth or make sure you take his stern.
Buzzard's bay and Vineyard sound is the chart i got tested for my US Sailing Coastal Navigation class... But I won't pretend I even virtually sailed there ! 😉 Oh and it's funny to see you with all that traffic ... That's how I learned sailing, so I'd not even bother mentioning that ! Nice vid, once more. And btw, I can share my voltmeter..
I've always imagined that Martha's Vineyard was busy but thank you for showing us! Reminds me of a place in Lake Erie called Put In Bay. Crazy boat traffic in the summer.
The last time I was on the ocean or near it in a boat, I lost suction to the jets when we jumped a wave. You two make me miss it so much. I can't believe how much rope is involved in sailing and I hate the smell of hemp rope, makes me sick as it reminds me of being seasick. Keep the adventure going, I look forward to the videos and watch them during lunch at work. By the way. a beer sounds good while I BBQ a salmon with a lemon and mango.
Cool. Looks like all the hard work is paying off. Glad to see you having a good time. Have you had any difficulty finding a slip when you want one? Wasn't sure if transient moorage was hard to come by. Have you considered adding a couple of grommets to your puppies pee pad so you can hook a line to it and drag it behind the boat for a while? My wife and I took our 3 month old daughter sailing along the coast of Alaska for 2 months. We used cloth diapers and I would tie the soiled ones to a line, drag it behind the boat for a while and rinse them in fresh water. It worked really well especially for the stinky diapers.. : )
Guys remember, no vessel ever has “right of way”, there is always a give way vessel, subject to conditions and criteria, however all vessels have a duty to avoid collision. Happy sailing buds!
❤️ Captain Oso … and super excited to have this episode be the one i was listed for Patreon… I live on Cape Cod so this episode was almost home for me!! Going to love this season in New England to see it thru your eyes!!
Great to see you guys sailing again! I’m a bit sentimental but it just strikes me wrong to hear you refer to Atticus 1 as “crappy.” She gave you everything she had for so long. See you next week.
That was so enjoyable. The little pup finally got his sea legs. Good choice as small dogs are easy to manage. Your sister looks and sounds just like you. Thanks for sharing.😎
My girlfriend and I were watching and at the end when you said "ladies like a man who..." I was about to start in with my "Not all women" commentary, and then... What a treat! Lol. I laughed so hard at the electricity bit. Please, keep up the queer inclusive language 🤣
Kind of surprised that you haven't installed netting on your stanchions, at least around the cockpit area, even as unsightly as it may be. Especially after you mentioning how The Captain gets bumped around by lines and fenders all the time. It doesn't take much to knock the little dude overboard, and even with his PFD on, the increased traffic while approaching a channel, or port, is the last place that you want anyone going overboard. Just my thoughts. Best wishes, and glad to see that you guys are getting to see more sea time.
oh by the way (you probably know this) the "stand on" vessel has the duty to maintain course and speed to the point of extremis -- so you may have the right of way but it can be white knuckle time if the give way vessel doesn't seem to recognize their duty to give way
Nobody has the right of way at the sea. Rules mention only stand-on vessels and give-way vessels. Being stand on vessel is not the same as having the right of way. Right of way stuff is purely for competitions. Secondly, the stand on vessel shall maintain course and speed OR it may take action as soon as it seems likely that the give-way-vessel is not taking appropriate action. There's absolutely no reason to end up in white knuckle situations outside the competitions.
Two important life lessons you have taught me. First, I need to take a beer with me when I shower. (Not sure on the details though. Like how to keep the soap out of said beer.) Second, I need to go on a boat electrician's course, and get comfortable with my volt-meter to be attractive to women. I didn't know these things. No wonder I'm single.
The opening close up passing shot of "Pentimento" has to be one of the two most beautiful cruising shots on TH-cam. Your "ATTICUS II" and "FAIR AISLE" are absolutely stunning yachts in the traditions I grew up with. Here I should admit that I am 84 years young and grew up from infancy on my Father's boats. Then, in the USCG, I crewed on the 72' "CURLEW" out of Cape May and the Tall Ship "EAGLE" from Panama to Cuba 65 years ago. Later I owned three (DARK SIDE) Powerboats in succession. I hope you can keep going for a long time so that I can relive my youth through you. THANK YOU BOTH! And may God grant you fair winds, calm seas and safe harbors at the end of every voyage!
"Is that bacon i smell? (no) yeah, that's a problem isn't it". love it!!! well played sir
I don't know why I like watching you guys so much. It's just so real and personal. Watched other sailling channels and never felt any connection with the authors.
I agree with you.
100%!
Yes! It is the best sailing channel.
Ditto, look forward to sleeping then coffee with you guys
They are on one of life’s best journeys the ups and downs, wonderful people on an epic journey… I am a fan.
What a GREAT SAILING video !.......You guys are soooo together and refreshing to watch.
How we remember right-of-way for 2 or more sailing boats... (If you drink too much port your legs give out) = "Port gives-way" :))
My parents put a grommet in their dogs potty mat, clipped it to a rope and threw it overboard dirty and pulled it in clean.
Yep. This will help save water.
Thats actually a great idea. Can you put one on Jordan???
I've watched all of your videos and I think this one finally tickled my itch for good sailing videos. So nice to see you guys sailing and going out to dinner and meeting people. True cruising. I know repairs are necessary, but these are the videos I live for.
You're a good sailor. No wonder your crew can take a rest ; ) If I was at the helm I wouldn't have changed course when I saw that other boat. He may have been thinking the same thing as you, continually tweaking his course. You wouldn't need to make an adjustment till you were much closer and with only two boats on the water pretty good odds you weren't on a collision course anyway.
Now I'll continue watching and see what cappy did. You did what you're most comfortable with and that's what matters. Loving the new boat!
Nice sail but you guys need to start using a preventer when sailing off the wind. Once wind aft of abeam, rig a line from the end of the boom thru at least your mid deck cleat and run back to the cockpit, pull tight. Keeps the boom from jybing. Off shore or in more open water, run the line thru the a fwd cleat. One other observation. You have AIS, need to get comfortable calling other boats over VHF if in doubt of their course. AIS will give the boat's name and other key info like closest point of approach (CPA) and time to that approach (TCPA). It's only going to get more crowded out there. Be safe
The new interior really looks terrific.
Can't wait to see you three hit the seas regularly, visiting some great spots and sharing your destinations ins and outs. You are starting to really hit what makes your channel so special, lots of screen time from both of you and your interactions with the local people. I can't wait to see the subscriptions and viewership numbers sky rocket, the Atticus 2 is looking incredible and your knowledge and comfort level with her is starting to show. Cheers ....
So glad you're all having so much fun... Looks like you were in Oaks Bluff..... I was tied up at the town dock right across from the gingerbread houses many years ago.. while on vacation
You guys are so genuine. That's what makes you so enjoyable to watch. Keep it going. Don't change a thing.
Careful on the run to Portland. Really no place to stop between Portland and Portsmouth without local knowledge. Lot's of fog this year. Unusual. Aim for the Portland LNB, and watch for tugs with tows. There are more than you might expect. Don't miss jewell Island and especially Don't miss Seguin Island. A bit rolly but worth it. It just gets better and better the further east you go. . . .when the weather cooperates. . . Which this year, well it isn't really so far.
Also don't go between a lobster trap pickup buoy, with a vertical stick, and it's companion float line, usually floating 15 or so feet downwind or down stream. The float line is usually about 2 inches beneath the surface, and will run for your prop before you can stop. Only option is to cut, then RETIE the line. Please don't just cut it. It's usually attached to several hundred bucks worth of gear. They are all over Penobscot Bay. My record is 5 in one afternoon.
Hiya. Love your boat and the off grid aspects. Was headed the same way with my Endeavour 32 long keel shallow draft, after living off grid on land for over 30 years. Thought of something after watching your April 2020 video and seeing those plastic trays with holes in, that you keep fruit and veg in, in the Cabin. Potential there for a cheap, and free to run Cooler - almost fridge, which can get surprisingly cold. A water evaporation Coolbox. You can stack some of those trays at a spot in the airflow, cover them with a large towel, and the cheap microfiber ones should work well. Wet the towel, and drape it over the stack of trays, let the wind evaporate it, and as it dries out, keep wetting the towel. you could even end up with a nice lot of sea salt? Worth experimenting with perhaps. I had a breathable 2 piece over suit for my motorbike when touring, and even in Summer, when it got wet, the evaporative cooling could get a bit too much. Only moving part, is water. Best if luck to you both. Bob. PS. got attacked and lost my boat, but hoping to have a motor cruiser at some point - I'm too disabled for a sailing boat any longer, and maybe will meet at an Anchorage some day. 👍🙂🏴
Y’all are so fancy now! Love seeing you enjoy a level up, you deserve it.
Such a fun episode. I haven’t sailed anything larger than a sunfish, but I love living through your adventures. Great video, keep it up. I’m so glad your getting to do some sailing. Captain Oso is such a great addition to your family, 8 can tell your both smitten.
Awesome sail to Martha's Vineyard guys. Too bad you couldn't stop in Cuttyhunk. Oak Bluffs is great too. Enjoy your time there. Fair winds and following seas Atticus II.
Lol.. is that beacon I smell lol.. see thats a problem 😄 hahaha
In other words...........We all get excited when we get in touch with our electricity =) I love these videos.
You guys just keep getting better and better. Great channel
Great episode, guys, from Gold Coast, Australia.
Love seeing you both having so much fun! Life has gotten easy on Atticus II! Haha, summer in New England!
Ha ha, Desiree plugging the magnetic draw of the voltmeter. 🤣
Never been to Martha's Vineyard and how you planned the sail to take advantages of tides and currents is illuminating. Seeing how you dealt with coming into harbor shows how you have to balance situational awareness with the flurry of activity during that same time. Seeing Desiree’s sister, Gio only adds to great episode. Seems Gio and Oso bond makes me wonder how will Gio take to dealing with the unpleasant aspects of having Oso aboard?
"unpleasant aspects"? Do you mean pooping and peeing, cause I'm pretty sure we all do it lol.
Since you are so close you should really come visit us in Nova Scotia. The border will be open soon.
I just wanted to share with you guys my awesome Atticus experience. While out camping with friends, I was describing my vicarious life watching this couple sail the world and sharing their experience and experiences. "Wait? On TH-cam?" "YES TH-cam. They got a new boat recently and are sailing New Eng-" "AND a new dog?!" "OMG, Atticus!" "BUD!!!"
You sum up sailing in New England pretty well. It can be crazy sometimes and from experience not all boaters follow the rules and guys in speed boats do some crazy things. Thanks for sharing. We all love Oso
You buds were so incredibly funny in this video!! I was in stitches! This one was so worth the wait. Take care and sail on!
Not sure if anyone has mentioned it yet but just tie a 6ft length of rope to your piece of artificial grass and sling it over the side and let the wake wash it for you- super clean, super quick and saves you messing about! Fair winds guys!
I also have the occasional shower beer , and bud, you earned that one. You are living the dream life, hard knocks diploma....and it looks like you have figured it out....well done..
Nice guys...always fun...and laughs...keep sailing ( hit 59° North / south) . .we love watching
The most non-flog crew on YT, you guys are the bomb and thanks for keeping it real XX
Love the electric end! Very fun. Also, great description of coming in at the end of a day. The number of things you are doing and paying attention to is always brain taxing.
Hey guys, hope this finds you well and happy! I always love the content! As a sailor in training... I would love to see more of the marina docking protocol and operational interactions. Especially now that they don't need to be in Spanish! I love the examples that you give like Leeward, in this episode... I am interested in more navigation and coordination of dock to dock. I know you do this already, I just want more more more... Thank You for everything, I love it!
You guys are the best people on TH-cam. I love watching your adventures. The videos are so well done. It’s amazing that it’s just the two of you that do all the work that goes into these videos
I just came to a conclusion! Out of the 20 or so sailing channels I watch I do like yours better! I just wish they were longer???????? Lol thanks guys your great!
AHH!! Makes me smile knowing your visiting my home. Hope you are enjoying your visit!!
15:42 Drink a beer while taking a shower, coz why not😂🤣😂 and why is it not normal🤣.
I know - that was three years ago but watching older Atticus II videos that I hadn't yet seen. I had a home on Cape Cod for 20+ years and sailed out of Pleasant Bay on the Atlantic side, so exiting the Chatham Break to go anywhere. I can't believe sailors just make a quick stop in Martha's Vineyard and head through the canal. And of all places, Oak Bluff, the most touristy spot. I much prefer Vineyard Haven, Edgartown, and Nantucket. And if you are headed to Nantucket, then might as well go out Polluck Rip and take the outside route rather than the canal. Optional stops in Provincetown (P-town locally) and/or Isle of Shoals. Now that I live in Belfast, Maine I'm disappointed you didn't stop in Penobscot Bay, though not on the way to Georgetown so understandable. Disappointed that you are selling Atticus II now and doing the land life thing. Hope you stayed safe during Milton. If you get the urge to go cross county skiing this winter, let me know.
We are such Atticus-Geeks that when Jordan came out of the shower we started laughing and CHEERING "Jordan just took a shower!!!! ON the boat!" Then hushed to silence with the "Did he shower WITH his beer ON the boat!" and back to Cheering "Showered on the BOAT with BEER!" We love you buds! Thankful we get to celebrate these moments with you. Who would of known? Who would have guessed... Shower, beer, and boat all at once. WOW!
You guys are a great team I love watching your videos
You're awesome! Love Martha's Vineyard
Things don't always go well in the live on a sail boat world. That's why I really enjoyed this episode. You were both really relaxed and enjoying life. I LOVE Oso and see he is training well. I love your new boat. Love its lines and rounded stern. Also love there is only one helm station. The boats with two lose so much room. I hope you love the east coast. We live in Nova Scotia and feel it is a world class chunk of land almost surrounded by the beautiful Atlantic. Google us and take note of the Cape Breton Island Highlands. Uma enjoyed it here inc. the awesome hospitality.
If you have to make an adjustment to avoid another vessel make it decisive. Small incremental changes of course are not always apparent to the other vessel . Also knowing the Rules of the Road is as important on the water as land.
I’m a former deck officer in the Canadian Coast Guard and British Merchant Navy and can assure you hesitancy in dealing with situations is often to make things worse. Make your correction early and obviously - so what if you have sail a little further
Great video! Nice to see the boat on the water! 😁
My Saturday is now complete!!
Me too! I have a smile on my face as well.😁
Hey guys!
Paul on m/y Eileen's way here. You guys got us through the pandemic and my girlfriend is now a fan of sailing.
Been following the N.E. trip and I think I'm catching up to you guys.... I mate on a 118ft private... pulling into Martha's today.... keep a look out. Would love to buy you guys a beer!
Awesome video you guys look like you're having so much fun it's always a wonderful thing to have family around
I'm so happy to see you guys again!! I can't believe how much your sister looks and sounds so much like you Desire!! Looking forward to next weeks video. Love you guys. ❤
This brings back good memories of spending summers on Martha's Vineyard
04:00 Why not just slow down 1 knot, change course aiming for the stern of the other boat and pass behind without any issue then return to your original course within a few minutes and no need to wake up the crew.
She simply is not confident to make that choice.
Time schedule due to missing favorable tides for their destination.
@@HiroNguy The boat on the port side wasnt that far away and easily pass behind with no big deal. Would have only taken a minute. I do it all the time.
She's learning. Remember they really haven't had to deal with a lot of boat traffic. Even some people who have been boating for years don't really know who has the right of way sometimes.
So my wife is a total 100% land lubber who hates boats and only been sailing 1 day only!! I asked her what would she do? I explained the scenario and her reply was " Without knowing any boating rules slow down let the other boat pass ahead and carry on"
Thanks for bringing us along.
Yay! Such a great sail. Welcome Dez’s sister!
Des, for a situation like that you can just let the boat keep sailing. It looked way too far away to have to worry about changing your course yet. For all you know it could change course when you get closer to it. In that situation with just a single boat in the distance, I would always keep sailing knowing that when I get to 5 or 6 boat lengths away, I can modify my course if necessary for a minute or two and let him pass you while you veer off and go below his stern to avoid collision. Then get right back on course.
If you think about how close people get when driving their cars to other cars and big trucks before changing lanes etc, with sailing you have a lot more time and you are going a lot slower. So don't worry about it. Also never assume the other boat knows the rules of the road. Always be prepared to get out of the way whether you technically have the right of way or not.
A new Galley Slave and the first thing ye do is take her out for a meal ?? The new Captain has his crew where he wants them ... right in his paws !! Love the new boat Stay Safe & Fair Winds !!
As a small TH-cam channel creator (compared to yours)
myself, I appreciate the time you spend creating and editing very entertaining
content! I'm coming late to the game on your channel and always looking
forward to the next and watching those I haven't seen yet!
Thanks for all the great content and the time it takes to produce!
Gorgeous boat, folks. That was a tight fit in the marina.
Great stuff guys! Thank you, ‘80 to ‘85 I lived near Chatham on the cape, loved the trips to MV as well as Nantucket. Your home is ship-shape and greatly admired! Look forward to your next port of call! Cheers buddddies 👍👍
Great content guys, I cannot believe the lack of etiquette shown by powerboat operators if somebody in Australia was to pass a close as some of those guys at speed there would be a major be a major altercation to put it mildly
Great to see you sailing again. So much fun. New England looks looks a fun place.
Enjoying your journey! I’m a Great Lakes sailor hoping to taste ocean sailing someday. Learning much as I follow you!
Atticus II needs a continuous solid cover (more than a dodger) from companionway incorporating the windshield, going aft past the transom, but it may have to be partially transparent, say made of polycarbonate, maybe even openable panels, to keep an eye on the sails, and the rest either with embedded shading or covered with solar panels. I'm sure you will want some shade.
Trouble is, you're too dang tall! There's little room between you and the mainsail boom, and you need to stand up much of the time behind the wheel to see what's going on. You'll likely want some fabric and transparent enclosure (a dodger) attached with snaps or whatever along the lower edge of your hard lid for inhospitable weather. You may need to extend this hard cover aftward, because you may need to accomodate a wind generator past the reach of the boom, and other necessities. I'm already past my level of expertise, but these are ideas I thought might be a help. I'm hoping your refit includes a heater/air conditioner, serious refrig-freezer, and all the necessary goodies suited for extended travel. You guys have me hooked. What a team! Great episode, seriously. MV a real party spot.
Oak Bluffs is great. Try Red Brook Harbor, Hadley Harbor, or Quissett next. Also make sure to study the current charts for Woods Hole.
When you tilt your glass but you are sipping from a straw - you have had too many :)
The last grab in the was very funny with the waitress
Love the little guy, he's so cute. Boy your sister is like you - like two peas in a pod. Waiting for a shot of the rear end of the boat showing her new name. Love you posts, keep having fun and stay safe
Haha... reading your comment:
"Boy your sister is like you - like two peas in a pod. Waiting for a shot of the rear end...."
Hang on. Where's he/she going with this?!?
"... of the boat showing the new name."
Ohhh. Haha
Hard to tell with the wide angle lens, but I probably think that other boat was trying to get close to say hi. If not racing, I always keep at least 75-100 yards off other boats. But until that time especially if under power, I wouldn’t even bother altering course if someone was on deck. If not give a wide birth or make sure you take his stern.
I love that the buds are in my state. Hope to wave to you when you come through the Cape Cod Canal :-)
You remind me of so many sailors who do not really care about the rules of the right of way. Stay safe.
Read that 7 times. What?
Buzzard's bay and Vineyard sound is the chart i got tested for my US Sailing Coastal Navigation class... But I won't pretend I even virtually sailed there ! 😉 Oh and it's funny to see you with all that traffic ... That's how I learned sailing, so I'd not even bother mentioning that ! Nice vid, once more. And btw, I can share my voltmeter..
You guys make me smile!
I've always imagined that Martha's Vineyard was busy but thank you for showing us! Reminds me of a place in Lake Erie called Put In Bay. Crazy boat traffic in the summer.
I am sure it has been suggested but look into a line cutter for your prop.
Any time after Memorial Day in New England - yes! Dockwa is a great app for that.
The last time I was on the ocean or near it in a boat, I lost suction to the jets when we jumped a wave. You two make me miss it so much. I can't believe how much rope is involved in sailing and I hate the smell of hemp rope, makes me sick as it reminds me of being seasick. Keep the adventure going, I look forward to the videos and watch them during lunch at work. By the way. a beer sounds good while I BBQ a salmon with a lemon and mango.
Cool. Looks like all the hard work is paying off. Glad to see you having a good time. Have you had any difficulty finding a slip when you want one? Wasn't sure if transient moorage was hard to come by. Have you considered adding a couple of grommets to your puppies pee pad so you can hook a line to it and drag it behind the boat for a while? My wife and I took our 3 month old daughter sailing along the coast of Alaska for 2 months. We used cloth diapers and I would tie the soiled ones to a line, drag it behind the boat for a while and rinse them in fresh water. It worked really well especially for the stinky diapers.. : )
Have to remember the bacon wording!
Nothing preps you more than racing small sailboats about right of way rules - even better with Arnold’s voice.
You guys rock...... keep the dream alive
Guys remember, no vessel ever has “right of way”, there is always a give way vessel, subject to conditions and criteria, however all vessels have a duty to avoid collision. Happy sailing buds!
Love watching you 3! Beer during a shower? That's me every day after I get home from work. Keep up the awesome content!
Ooo, ooo, ooo! This video shows stuff I've seen at a place where I've been! None of your other viewers have been to Martha's Vinyard, right?
Hurray! Saturday has been made!
❤️ Captain Oso … and super excited to have this episode be the one i was listed for Patreon… I live on Cape Cod so this episode was almost home for me!! Going to love this season in New England to see it thru your eyes!!
😁 thanks for your support!!
Great to see you guys sailing again! I’m a bit sentimental but it just strikes me wrong to hear you refer to Atticus 1 as “crappy.” She gave you everything she had for so long. See you next week.
As time goes on Atticus 1 will be recognized as a magic carpet ride.
Fun at Martha's vineyard. Great to see you having so much fun. It's been a lot of work on your new boat I know. She is a beauty. ⛵
Glad to see you guys out sailing again, enjoying more, and fixing less! Happy Saturday!
i knew you would love this boat hug enjoy. i' will be looking :)
Tarpaulin Cove. Must see!
That was so enjoyable. The little pup finally got his sea legs. Good choice as small dogs are easy to manage. Your sister looks and sounds just like you. Thanks for sharing.😎
Can’t believe you guys didn’t stop in Newport. Puts MV to shame. Best stop in Southern NE.
Loved the episode! Great seeing you guys having fun sailing again!
My girlfriend and I were watching and at the end when you said "ladies like a man who..." I was about to start in with my "Not all women" commentary, and then... What a treat! Lol. I laughed so hard at the electricity bit. Please, keep up the queer inclusive language 🤣
There's a lot of ice and very little hardstuff in those drinks. But its all good. Smooth drinks and even better sailing.
Kind of surprised that you haven't installed netting on your stanchions, at least around the cockpit area, even as unsightly as it may be. Especially after you mentioning how The Captain gets bumped around by lines and fenders all the time. It doesn't take much to knock the little dude overboard, and even with his PFD on, the increased traffic while approaching a channel, or port, is the last place that you want anyone going overboard. Just my thoughts.
Best wishes, and glad to see that you guys are getting to see more sea time.
Love watching you on the new Atticus 😍. Having a beer while in the shower? Great idea! 🍺Entertaining content as always. Keep up the good work.
You missed a beautiful spot by not stopping in Cutty Hunk. Enjoy you trip. Stop in Provincetown on your way back south
always love your b roll video
oh by the way (you probably know this) the "stand on" vessel has the duty to maintain course and speed to the point of extremis -- so you may have the right of way but it can be white knuckle time if the give way vessel doesn't seem to recognize their duty to give way
Nobody has the right of way at the sea. Rules mention only stand-on vessels and give-way vessels. Being stand on vessel is not the same as having the right of way. Right of way stuff is purely for competitions.
Secondly, the stand on vessel shall maintain course and speed OR it may take action as soon as it seems likely that the give-way-vessel is not taking appropriate action.
There's absolutely no reason to end up in white knuckle situations outside the competitions.
Nice Episode Atticus !
Two important life lessons you have taught me. First, I need to take a beer with me when I shower. (Not sure on the details though. Like how to keep the soap out of said beer.) Second, I need to go on a boat electrician's course, and get comfortable with my volt-meter to be attractive to women. I didn't know these things. No wonder I'm single.
There is a whole reddit page dedicated to showering with beer but be warned, it is definitely NSFW
Hello from conn love watching your videos thank you for showing parts of ct I haven't seen beautiful enjoy and be safe