wow! thanks for sharing probably one of the most private, yet extremely important consideration for 99.9% of those persons wanting to attempt to live this lifestyle. I live in Kemah TX and luckily work remotely and most people always ask about the cost of not only the boat, but other things too. Your transparency has won over at least one more subscriber. Thanks again for sharing!
hello - just moved to the San Antonio area and considering another sailboat, but don't know if Galvaston Bay area right place to get one / and/or put in the water there, instead of waiting another couple of years due to moving again to another duty station area - thoughts on Kemah? Also - anything operating there during this crazy time, such as sailboat schools and charters?
You guys are the first (that I’ve seen) that offer tangible (the tools) benefits of sponsoring your sailing via Patreon (beyond your videos, which are great!). Smart move. We wish you well.
Wow...i just ran across you two. my friend bought a tartan 37 & i wanted to see what it looked like...& the Search brought up you. i am Future Sail Dreaming so i watch a lot of TH-cam Sailing vids...learning to. boats out there in the world...refining my ideas of what might work for me in the future. i really like watching the Wynns & Lady K Sailing puts out Great Educational Considerations which teach me a lot. i am Very Happy to make your Acquaintance & in watching your first 2 i know i will Learn a lot...Thx for being So Clear on Your Learning Experience & developing tools i KNOW i will want to make use of. Blessings on Your Journey! can't wait to see where it all leads...& as for compliments...i am a very sensitive Intuitive type of being & i am So Drawn to the Energy, Curiosity & Authenticity of you both and to be honest i am completely in Love with the Partnership you two seem to have...it feels like such a beautiful symbiotic Relationship...a Relationship i would definitely be longing for...So Thank You for being a Deep Inspiration on SO Many Levels...Tons of Love & Blessings, skye
Thanks for the transparency on your journey and process. A 10 year vision + some truly impressive analysis = an amazing life you are living. Thanks for being an inspiration, and looking forward to hearing all about “the ditch”
Thank you for this segment. I'm getting close to retirement and I mentioned doing something like this to my wife. "Let's sell the house and buy a boat, and we're debt-free!". Her response, "You don't know how to sail." Sails luffing. Actually, I learned to sail long before I met her but never kept up.
Just found your vlog. I'm actually working backwards, starting with your latest (taking down the mast and shipping) and making my way to the beginning. This particular vlog was really interesting to me. Most vlogs do not get into the nuts and bolts of financing. It doesn't help that most readers just want to see the "adventure" part of boat ownership. I think one important aspect of planning, budgeting and following through with the "plan" is to have the personality and mental makeup to communicate well between the two of you clearly understanding the goal you have established and most importantly, agreed to as a couple. You both seem to be very cerebral people, meaning that many aspects of your life is thought out step by step. I also like your calmness venturing into the unknown. That only comes when you have done the type of "pre-work" work like you have done. While I'm sure that there are many surprises and many more to come, your ability to think things out calmly helps you to recognize whether or not the the light at the end of the tunnel is sunlight or a fast moving train heading your way. I look forward to following your adventures in the future and learning from your vlogs. My wife and I are in an interesting situation concerning our future involving a 44' motor sailboat we will inherit shortly but that's a different conversation for another time. For now I wish you a safe journey to Mobile, AL. Aloha from Hilo, Hawaii!
I stumbled into video while randomly while researching another water topic. This video made me realize that a "good enough" boat is "just" 50k. You changed my life, I'm working on a new set of goals for the next 3 years.
Thank you so much for this video! I loved the editing, the music, the way you speak - calm and clear -, everything is on point. Subbed. Also, I like how you handle a complexe theme in a straightforward and comprehensive way. Happy sailing from a French guy :)
I really liked your video, I am planning on going cruising and working while retired. I worked for many years in the marine business, rigging boats and working on outboards and inboards, and then left the business 17 yrs ago. Ive been inspired again.But unlike many people I already know the heart ache of Boats....lol. And I love it !!!!! Good luck and God Bless
Congrats for baby. I was boarding trying to watch the old videos next time hope you'l be truthful about a similar situation. Take care and stay safe and private if needed.
May your boat be leak free. May your sails be in good repair. May the winds be fair, the weather kind and May your days be filled with the exquisite pleasure of new adventures, fabulous destinations and excellent friendship Hope your adventure is a great one Steve east coast australia
I stumble cross you guys channel 2 days a go, that was 60th Ep, then i go to your Ep 1 and watching them as of now, one of the best youtube channels i have watched . Also you 2 are sweet couple with lots of energy. Thanks for shearing your knowledge with the world. Bong Voyage to you 2 and hope to see lot more videos in time to come. Be safe and good luck.
From sunny South Africa, great video guys, I have just purchased a little thing (Mistral 22ft), not a blue water boat and needing a lot of tender care and your tools are awesome. Will purchase mine soon. Thanks again.
Thank you both for this video! We just bought our first boat (Cal 29') as a major project boat. It was really cheap but we knew that it needed a lot of work and we are up for it. This boat we have local plans for but are hoping to purchase something similar to yours to do a 1 year live aboard in the next 3-5 years. I know that it will cost significantly more and your video helps a ton. Well done!
Great insight guys, thank you! Sharing money related info is tricky as it really means putting yourself out in the open and sometimes it makes people judgemental. On the other it's extremely valuable for whomever is seeking to take the same path. To be honest you've just inspired me of putting together a similar video as my story is quite similar, although the money part is different. Greetings and fair winds :)
Been following you guys from the start. Names Gary I'm located in virginia , my ol 1989 32footer i am envious, At 78 been on the water past 55 years. God bless you two.
Well done very educational been following for a while now working backwards. But as a engineer/ mechanic been shouting at the screen trying to help you with the run of the mill things which I would find an every day thing. But it seems the saying of it takes all sorts fits as you are far more intelligent than me with finances and software. All the best and good luck to you both and safe sailing live the dream. I will keep following.
An interesting thought, having listened to your math - did you consider buying a boat in Canada? The market is actually softer, and you'd automatically save 30%+ with the exchange rate... I have a feeling that monohulls from Toronto area would be a great way to go since they're fresh water boats, so they haven't aged at the same rate as salt boats, and tend to sit around waiting to get sold for a long time once they're 10+ years old.
Hi Stuart, we considered a few boats from Canada but never got serious about them and therefore never ran the numbers. You may be right about the boats being a bit cheaper, but when you add back in costs to import the boat into the US as a US buyer, that might bring it back up to the prices you see in the US? Again we didn’t get that far with any of them so it’s just a shot in the dark.
Sailing Soulianis Actually, all you need is a bill of sale and then you can register it in the USA as if you’re transferring between two states. I actually went the other way, Clockwork, my 40 foot ultralight, (no cabin, 3,500 lb displacement) came from the USA to Canada, no costs other than registration (although I did pay to ship her, which was about 2,000) since she was on a lake in the USA so she couldn’t be sailed... she also doesn’t have a cabin or head, so not a voyager- just a speed queen!
Wouldn't you pay taxes as soon as you register in the USA ? Basically it's the DMV and whenever you register a vehicle you have to declare the value and you get taxed on that value. I'm guessing if you register it in Texas you won't pay taxes as it's a tax free state. Would like to know as I'm looking at buying soon.
I have no idea about US taxes, but you’d need to pay them for any boat you bought and registered, wouldn’t you? And what’s to stop you from registering it into a tax free state if you’re going cruising anyway? What’s to stop you from leaving it Canadian - probably cheaper insurance since it’s in cdn $, and a Canadian boat may have advantages in some ports where people are less thrilled about american foreign policies these days. Not making a political statement, just a regular world traveler who’s aware of how people react to me until they know I’m Canadian.
Incredibly transparent discussion. Thanks for laying that out on the table. When you committed to turning the dream to a plan 10 years ago did you have to develop or take a new job/career that allowed you to work remotely or was that something you were already doing? My current career as a chef may be OK for working on a boat but not on my “own” haha! Off shore CPA may be a better job.
Hi Mike, thankfully (luckily/subconsciously?) Lauren and I both chose "careers" that transitioned well into remote working. We both studied digital media in college, and have had the option to work remotely on some level or another for most of our working life.
Congrats on making it to salt water Have enjoyed getting glimpses of the layout, rig etc. as I am finishing a substantial rebuild of her smaller sister , a tartan 34c built in 1975. I loved learning so many new skills from replacing deck coring , epoxy layup. Rudder rebuild, canvas work 2 part paint to dynema lifelines. I understand how you felt when first seeing her. Classic lines with just enough teak. I hope to trade up to a 37 of the same vintage as I do lust after a shower and a little more room and maybe hot water. How do you find the engine access? We will take off for Maine from here in Annapolis this summer and then to Fla. for the winter and see if we don’t kill each other . Best of luck John I understand that the she has a cored hull and I hope yours checked out.
Thanks for being so open about expenses and budget. Very informative. Well done! I am also looking at Tartan 37-40 ft at the moment. Hope you love the boat still!
Second time watching this video for good reason. It is a great one to refer back to. Hope you guys are safe and Soulianis survives on the hard there through the storm.
Brilliant - really informative! vicariou enjoyment listening to your planning. Do hope all goes well and I sure hope you will share some of your adventures. Best wishes.
I'll never understand why anyone down votes these videos, much less 136 miserable people! Just move on, if you don't like the content. Good on you guys for living the dream!
Hey guys just found your channel and subscribe I’m really enjoying it! I follow quite a few sailing channels and you guys are right in there with the best keep it up and before long you’ll have well over 100,000 followers very informative thank you
OMG I love spreadsheets. Especially interactive ones. I'm thinking the "instant Gratification Mokney" is rearing its greedy head. Great episode and very helpful. I was also wondering what those forms of Passive income are that you have. It is something that I am working on building to do a similar lifestyle of living and working on a boat and am always interested in how others are financially sound.
Thank you. I really appreciate you sharing this personal information. It’s hard to be like me on the outside of the boat world thinking about buying a boat and everybody is so secretive about what they paid for things. Found this very helpful. Blessings
Extremely informative and well-delivered video, great. The list of upgrades/additions/repairs on any of this type of videos goes on and on like the cast list of one of those 1950s Biblical epics that Hollywood used to make, wow.
Some people look at a boat like a money pit it is the most expencive way to travel third class, but the best way to see the world. I sailed dor 3 years mostly alone, best time of my life. .
I have really come to enjoy your channel guys! I think you’re a bright and inspiring young couple and I confess that I have a total crush on Lauren, she is adorable. I am starting the same adventure and of just purchased my dream boat, the difference being I’m 61 and single so we’ll see how it goes.Cheers and Fairwinds
Really nice boat, looking for something similar. No question..... How come you had to pay sales tax? I though you bought it from a private seller…? Or do you have to pay sales tax also on buying a boat from a private owner in WI?
Sailing Soulianis well, we’re still in the planning and dreaming stage. And try to learn from others mistakes. No offense. Your video’s are very informative and the both of you are great to watch. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
YAY! So glad you guys finally made something like this! I thought it was great and very informative/entertaining. Well done. Each time your guys' theme music comes on, I get all sentimental as if I've known you guys for years and been on your journey with you (even though I've only seen 22 episodes haha). Please keep that music as you move into the future! I always look forward to new videos from you guys!!! (although I really really need to be working on a presentation for my class tomorrow, but your video gets priority #1) ;) Just curious, is it just one of you that is responsible for youtube comments and uploading etc, or do you guys just kinda trade off with who responds, who edits the videos, who handles the youtbue account...? Thanks y'all! I appreciate the work you do! Coming at you from Purdue University in the cornfields of Indiana! Wishing I was either flying in the air or floating on the waves (anywhere but solid ground) :p Best, Neal
Hey Neal, each time I see your comment I think "Aww!" Very happy you found it helpful! -- This is why we do what we do, this is why we make these videos. ☺️
@@SailingSoulianis Aw thanks! haha! :) Also...not sure you saw the rest of my previous comment :-p (I realized that if you didn't click the "show more" part, it looked like my message came to a perfect ending haha!)
Excellent video. I am in the middle of a secession, unfortunately. But on the other end of it my plan is to go cruising. Looking forward to your financial video. I have cash and income but will be considering finance now. That is if the numbers add up. Thanks for the info.
Very informative Video. Thx for sharing. We set up with the 50000 budget. Finally we ended up at prox. 70000. but the upgrads are openend. So sometimes it's better to stick to the "keep it simpel rule". As less you have as less will brake.
I'd run and owned steel tugboats for years and knew nothing about what my dad called, 'Ice cream boats'. We bought a brand new Bayliner 24 trophy and I was getting it set up. At that time I worked for a friend who had owned all kinds of boats for decades. He was telling me what we needed to fit it out and he mentioned something big so I asked, 'How much does that cost, Steve?' He put his hand on my shoulder and said, 'Sam, you're a boat owner now. You never ask how much something costs. The only things you ever say are, 'Do you have it in stock' and 'I need it by this weekend..' I found that all to be true. sam ;)
It seems rather bold to spend up to your budget. I think it pays to have cash in hand in case of unforeseen issues. A survey is never exhaustive, and things can still conk-out unexpectedly.
Hi, that was interesting thanks. I thought of another expense, all the travel when trying to find a boat and checking out potential purchases in the first place.
The stern gate can be put into your Stern pulpit I just took a pipe cutter and cut the stern pulpit and put on two ends in a dyneema gate with pelican hook
My uncle has a big sailboat, A Southern winds something or other. The biggest issue wasn’t the money, (this was a custom 150 ft sailboat) a shit ton if you don’t know. The biggest issue was his kids, his kids having to go to school everyday was a big issue, and led to him only sailing in the summer when his kids were off. So if you are thinking of doing this, know when and how you are going to sail
This was a great (another great) video. I wish you had included the dates. When you were presenting the final tally I wish you had stated when that date was as a reference. Though you noted it was a ten year start to finish, I took that finish as the date of purchase whereas once you made the purchase, I wasn't sure the exact (or close to it) timeline of how long it took you to leave port for the last time. I like your videos because they encompass many if not all of the aspects about doing this. Keep it up! Thank you!
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wow! thanks for sharing probably one of the most private, yet extremely important consideration for 99.9% of those persons wanting to attempt to live this lifestyle. I live in Kemah TX and luckily work remotely and most people always ask about the cost of not only the boat, but other things too. Your transparency has won over at least one more subscriber. Thanks again for sharing!
hello - just moved to the San Antonio area and considering another sailboat, but don't know if Galvaston Bay area right place to get one / and/or put in the water there, instead of waiting another couple of years due to moving again to another duty station area - thoughts on Kemah? Also - anything operating there during this crazy time, such as sailboat schools and charters?
You guys are the first (that I’ve seen) that offer tangible (the tools) benefits of sponsoring your sailing via Patreon (beyond your videos, which are great!). Smart move. We wish you well.
Wow...i just ran across you two. my friend bought a tartan 37 & i wanted to see what it looked like...& the Search brought up you. i am Future Sail Dreaming so i watch a lot of TH-cam Sailing vids...learning to. boats out there in the world...refining my ideas of what might work for me in the future. i really like watching the Wynns & Lady K Sailing puts out Great Educational Considerations which teach me a lot. i am Very Happy to make your Acquaintance & in watching your first 2 i know i will Learn a lot...Thx for being So Clear on Your Learning Experience & developing tools i KNOW i will want to make use of. Blessings on Your Journey! can't wait to see where it all leads...& as for compliments...i am a very sensitive Intuitive type of being & i am So Drawn to the Energy, Curiosity & Authenticity of you both and to be honest i am completely in Love with the Partnership you two seem to have...it feels like such a beautiful symbiotic Relationship...a Relationship i would definitely be longing for...So Thank You for being a Deep Inspiration on SO Many Levels...Tons of Love & Blessings, skye
Thanks for the transparency on your journey and process. A 10 year vision + some truly impressive analysis = an amazing life you are living. Thanks for being an inspiration, and looking forward to hearing all about “the ditch”
Thanks very much Todd!
Been watching you guys for several years, Kirk, I like your analysis/approach/handiness and information.
Rare these days for a young couple to take on the challenges and adventure of sailing. Good luck.
Thank you for this segment. I'm getting close to retirement and I mentioned doing something like this to my wife. "Let's sell the house and buy a boat, and we're debt-free!". Her response, "You don't know how to sail." Sails luffing. Actually, I learned to sail long before I met her but never kept up.
I hope people understand that your budget is very modest and it's difficult to fully outfit a boat for blue water like you did. Nicely presented btw!
My goal is to be living aboard my own boat within 5 years. Definitely gonna be coming back to this video and using your tools when I get closer.
Just found your vlog. I'm actually working backwards, starting with your latest (taking down the mast and shipping) and making my way to the beginning. This particular vlog was really interesting to me. Most vlogs do not get into the nuts and bolts of financing. It doesn't help that most readers just want to see the "adventure" part of boat ownership. I think one important aspect of planning, budgeting and following through with the "plan" is to have the personality and mental makeup to communicate well between the two of you clearly understanding the goal you have established and most importantly, agreed to as a couple. You both seem to be very cerebral people, meaning that many aspects of your life is thought out step by step. I also like your calmness venturing into the unknown. That only comes when you have done the type of "pre-work" work like you have done. While I'm sure that there are many surprises and many more to come, your ability to think things out calmly helps you to recognize whether or not the the light at the end of the tunnel is sunlight or a fast moving train heading your way. I look forward to following your adventures in the future and learning from your vlogs. My wife and I are in an interesting situation concerning our future involving a 44' motor sailboat we will inherit shortly but that's a different conversation for another time. For now I wish you a safe journey to Mobile, AL. Aloha from Hilo, Hawaii!
Hey thanks so much for your comment. Love the sunlight/train metaphor.
I stumbled into video while randomly while researching another water topic.
This video made me realize that a "good enough" boat is "just" 50k. You changed my life, I'm working on a new set of goals for the next 3 years.
That's fantastic, Glad you enjoyed it!
I subbed solely on ya’lls hard work and patience.. and cuteness. Lol.
Love you attitude towards living and your approach to to solving problems that get in the way of that.
Thank you so much for this video! I loved the editing, the music, the way you speak - calm and clear -, everything is on point. Subbed. Also, I like how you handle a complexe theme in a straightforward and comprehensive way. Happy sailing from a French guy :)
Merci!
Wow... less than 1% over your allocated budget. That is some disciplined financial planning and purchasing. Well done.
wow if you become a patreon you will be paying for the boat, not my idea of fun
I really liked your video, I am planning on going cruising and working while retired. I worked for many years in the marine business, rigging boats and working on outboards and inboards, and then left the business 17 yrs ago. Ive been inspired again.But unlike many people I already know the heart ache of Boats....lol. And I love it !!!!! Good luck and God Bless
Congrats for baby. I was boarding trying to watch the old videos next time hope you'l be truthful about a similar situation. Take care and stay safe and private if needed.
May your boat be leak free.
May your sails be in good repair.
May the winds be fair, the weather kind and
May your days be filled with the exquisite pleasure of new adventures, fabulous destinations and excellent friendship
Hope your adventure is a great one Steve east coast australia
Thank you Stephen! I like this take on the famous Irish blessing. Haven't heard it before. -Kirk
and may I let you know I will not be paying for your holidays neither
I stumble cross you guys channel 2 days a go, that was 60th Ep, then i go to your Ep 1 and watching them as of now, one of the best youtube channels i have watched . Also you 2 are sweet couple with lots of energy. Thanks for shearing your knowledge with the world. Bong Voyage to you 2 and hope to see lot more videos in time to come. Be safe and good luck.
This is better than anything on TV, thanks for sharing your experiences on these episodes! LOVE IT
Thanks for watching.
From sunny South Africa, great video guys, I have just purchased a little thing (Mistral 22ft), not a blue water boat and needing a lot of tender care and your tools are awesome. Will purchase mine soon. Thanks again.
Thank you both for this video! We just bought our first boat (Cal 29') as a major project boat. It was really cheap but we knew that it needed a lot of work and we are up for it. This boat we have local plans for but are hoping to purchase something similar to yours to do a 1 year live aboard in the next 3-5 years. I know that it will cost significantly more and your video helps a ton. Well done!
Sounds like you have an awesome project, good luck!
Thank you for the initial financial detail of the purchase. Very critical. Thanks again!
Great insight guys, thank you!
Sharing money related info is tricky as it really means putting yourself out in the open and sometimes it makes people judgemental. On the other it's extremely valuable for whomever is seeking to take the same path. To be honest you've just inspired me of putting together a similar video as my story is quite similar, although the money part is different.
Greetings and fair winds :)
Glad to hear it!
Been following you guys from the start.
Names Gary I'm located in virginia , my ol 1989 32footer i am envious,
At 78 been on the water past 55 years.
God bless you two.
What wonderful people you are for sharing all this knowledge.. Wow !
Well done very educational been following for a while now working backwards. But as a engineer/ mechanic been shouting at the screen trying to help you with the run of the mill things which I would find an every day thing. But it seems the saying of it takes all sorts fits as you are far more intelligent than me with finances and software. All the best and good luck to you both and safe sailing live the dream. I will keep following.
Really nice job of analyzing your purchase, love the Tartans!
Good luck with the boat. Safe journeys and I admire your spirit. The memories you create now will be priceless.
An interesting thought, having listened to your math - did you consider buying a boat in Canada? The market is actually softer, and you'd automatically save 30%+ with the exchange rate... I have a feeling that monohulls from Toronto area would be a great way to go since they're fresh water boats, so they haven't aged at the same rate as salt boats, and tend to sit around waiting to get sold for a long time once they're 10+ years old.
Hi Stuart, we considered a few boats from Canada but never got serious about them and therefore never ran the numbers. You may be right about the boats being a bit cheaper, but when you add back in costs to import the boat into the US as a US buyer, that might bring it back up to the prices you see in the US? Again we didn’t get that far with any of them so it’s just a shot in the dark.
Sailing Soulianis Actually, all you need is a bill of sale and then you can register it in the USA as if you’re transferring between two states. I actually went the other way, Clockwork, my 40 foot ultralight, (no cabin, 3,500 lb displacement) came from the USA to Canada, no costs other than registration (although I did pay to ship her, which was about 2,000) since she was on a lake in the USA so she couldn’t be sailed... she also doesn’t have a cabin or head, so not a voyager- just a speed queen!
Wouldn't you pay taxes as soon as you register in the USA ? Basically it's the DMV and whenever you register a vehicle you have to declare the value and you get taxed on that value. I'm guessing if you register it in Texas you won't pay taxes as it's a tax free state. Would like to know as I'm looking at buying soon.
I have no idea about US taxes, but you’d need to pay them for any boat you bought and registered, wouldn’t you? And what’s to stop you from registering it into a tax free state if you’re going cruising anyway? What’s to stop you from leaving it Canadian - probably cheaper insurance since it’s in cdn $, and a Canadian boat may have advantages in some ports where people are less thrilled about american foreign policies these days. Not making a political statement, just a regular world traveler who’s aware of how people react to me until they know I’m Canadian.
awesome vid guys , so nice of you to share some really helpful info
Thanks Graham!
Incredibly transparent discussion. Thanks for laying that out on the table. When you committed to turning the dream to a plan 10 years ago did you have to develop or take a new job/career that allowed you to work remotely or was that something you were already doing? My current career as a chef may be OK for working on a boat but not on my “own” haha! Off shore CPA may be a better job.
Hi Mike, thankfully (luckily/subconsciously?) Lauren and I both chose "careers" that transitioned well into remote working. We both studied digital media in college, and have had the option to work remotely on some level or another for most of our working life.
Too old to sail away but I found this interesting. I hope you enjoy your adventures to come!
Glad to hear it, Ronald. Thank you!
Check out my hero Webb Chiles, 76 years old, still sailing 6 times around the world on a 24 ft boat. You don't have to be young & buffed, or rich.
Congrats on making it to salt water
Have enjoyed getting glimpses of the layout, rig etc. as I am finishing a substantial rebuild of her smaller sister , a tartan 34c built in 1975.
I loved learning so many new skills from replacing deck coring , epoxy layup. Rudder rebuild, canvas work 2 part paint to dynema lifelines.
I understand how you felt when first seeing her. Classic lines with just enough teak. I hope to trade up to a 37 of the same vintage as I do lust after a shower and a little more room and maybe hot water.
How do you find the engine access?
We will take off for Maine from here in Annapolis this summer and then to Fla. for the winter and see if we don’t kill each other .
Best of luck John
I understand that the she has a cored hull and I hope yours checked out.
Wisdom! Young is often not so. Starting a project together is pretty darn smart. I like seeing the thought applied to the task.
I love this video and you two are so likable!
Excellent summary of the realities!
You guys are inspiring folks. Keep it up, you're great!
Thanks so much ☺️
I don’t know what it is, but damn this channel is great. Well done guys.
Thanks Schnot!
Finishing a half completed boat is what most sailing channels are about!
Haha, true...We still have our fair share of projects to complete.
Man! I had your program when I was buying my Boat. You guys are smart cookies. Awesome video as always.
Thanks J!
Thanks for being so open about expenses and budget. Very informative. Well done! I am also looking at Tartan 37-40 ft at the moment. Hope you love the boat still!
what about monthly expenses, how much do you need per month, to sustain a nice lifestyle while sailing.
Good point... they were moored for a while... some marinas are cheap, others are staggeringly expensive.
Great introduction video to your channel. I'm looking forward to seeing more
So interesting and very inspiring. I am in planing stage so this was great... Love your calculation tool. Thank you for charing.
Very informative and interesting. Great to see you bought a very seaworthy sailboat. Really enjoy your videos. Thank you.
Glad to hear the feedback, thanks Daniel.
Outstanding Awesomeness Guys !!!!!
Great video I really enjoy watching you guys
OMG, smart, analytical, data and process driven. I love it. Subbing...
Good job guys! There are significant hidden costs when buying a boat.
Sneaky hidden costs, indeed.
Foxy's, love it!
Sharp kids. this is what intelligent and methodical decision making looks like. well done
Second time watching this video for good reason. It is a great one to refer back to. Hope you guys are safe and Soulianis survives on the hard there through the storm.
Thanks so much Paul 💛
Brilliant - really informative! vicariou enjoyment listening to your planning. Do hope all goes well and I sure hope you will share some of your adventures. Best wishes.
Thanks Jeremy!
Very nice. I'm enjoying your journey very much. I appreciate the time and effort that goes in to doing videos. Thanks for letting us come along.
Our pleasure, Steve. Glad to hear it!
I grew up with a Tartan 37. Great boat!
Very impressive. Wow. You two are very bright ! Keep up the good work .
Love your videos and find it so cute the way you two make googly eyes at each other !
Great video, makes the idea of buying a boat and living a dream completely possible! Actually surprising.
I'll never understand why anyone down votes these videos, much less 136 miserable people! Just move on, if you don't like the content. Good on you guys for living the dream!
Jealousy is the reason
New sub here. Just finished binging on SS with a cup of Peet’s. Thumbs up on all of them. You guys are great! More content please!
Thank you
Hey guys just found your channel and subscribe I’m really enjoying it! I follow quite a few sailing channels and you guys are right in there with the best keep it up and before long you’ll have well over 100,000 followers very informative thank you
OMG I love spreadsheets. Especially interactive ones. I'm thinking the "instant Gratification Mokney" is rearing its greedy head. Great episode and very helpful. I was also wondering what those forms of Passive income are that you have. It is something that I am working on building to do a similar lifestyle of living and working on a boat and am always interested in how others are financially sound.
Thank you. I really appreciate you sharing this personal information. It’s hard to be like me on the outside of the boat world thinking about buying a boat and everybody is so secretive about what they paid for things. Found this very helpful. Blessings
Beautiful Sparkman & Stephens designed Tartan 37, a real beauty. Looks similar to my Contessa 32.
9:42 - the answer
The real hero
Yeah, it was like watching the tide come in. 😂
Saved my life!
very impressed......well done guys........really helpful info
Glad you liked it!
Good episode, second time I watched it. You all ROCK!
Great video. Looking forward to your future adventures.
Thanks John!
Extremely informative and well-delivered video, great. The list of upgrades/additions/repairs on any of this type of videos goes on and on like the cast list of one of those 1950s Biblical epics that Hollywood used to make, wow.
I like cape dory sailboats. My grandfather had one and it was just a no brainer for me. 36 tops on loa
Some people look at a boat like a money pit it is the most expencive way to travel third class, but the best way to see the world. I sailed dor 3 years mostly alone, best time of my life. .
Not only did I have to watch 6 commercials for the slightly over 12 min video but the video was a commercial...you got me.
It's called ad blocker.
Great video. Very valuable info. Should be a guide for all to want to go to a cruising lifestyly!!
Thanks Doug!
I have really come to enjoy your channel guys! I think you’re a bright and inspiring young couple and I confess that I have a total crush on Lauren, she is adorable. I am starting the same adventure and of just purchased my dream boat, the difference being I’m 61 and single so we’ll see how it goes.Cheers and Fairwinds
Right on, good luck with your adventure!
Really nice boat, looking for something similar.
No question..... How come you had to pay sales tax? I though you bought it from a private seller…? Or do you have to pay sales tax also on buying a boat from a private owner in WI?
Great presentation 😂! Seriously, good info. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Chris!
Great tools! Love the spread sheets and the analysis.
love this cam set up!!! Great work!!! really impressed with video!!!
Thanks!
Love It! Have Been Following Plenty of Sailors, None As Great As Yall!
im all caught up on your channel...cant wait till the next one to see what yall are up too
To be honest, this video made our dream more touchable. Seeing more reasonable prices than for let’s say 300k +
Awesome to hear, go for it!
Sailing Soulianis well, we’re still in the planning and dreaming stage. And try to learn from others mistakes. No offense.
Your video’s are very informative and the both of you are great to watch.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I like this video!!!!
Thanks for sharing this intresting info.
Conclusion: sailing is a verry expencive way to move cheap(by wind)
Lol, that's a good conclusion :)
YAY! So glad you guys finally made something like this! I thought it was great and very informative/entertaining. Well done. Each time your guys' theme music comes on, I get all sentimental as if I've known you guys for years and been on your journey with you (even though I've only seen 22 episodes haha). Please keep that music as you move into the future!
I always look forward to new videos from you guys!!! (although I really really need to be working on a presentation for my class tomorrow, but your video gets priority #1) ;)
Just curious, is it just one of you that is responsible for youtube comments and uploading etc, or do you guys just kinda trade off with who responds, who edits the videos, who handles the youtbue account...?
Thanks y'all! I appreciate the work you do!
Coming at you from Purdue University in the cornfields of Indiana! Wishing I was either flying in the air or floating on the waves (anywhere but solid ground) :p
Best,
Neal
Hey Neal, each time I see your comment I think "Aww!" Very happy you found it helpful! -- This is why we do what we do, this is why we make these videos. ☺️
@@SailingSoulianis Aw thanks! haha! :) Also...not sure you saw the rest of my previous comment :-p (I realized that if you didn't click the "show more" part, it looked like my message came to a perfect ending haha!)
Excellent video. I am in the middle of a secession, unfortunately. But on the other end of it my plan is to go cruising. Looking forward to your financial video. I have cash and income but will be considering finance now. That is if the numbers add up. Thanks for the info.
At 6:43 you said you financed the boat..So you should have more money left over ? Or ?
Thanks for sharing your costs !
Sure thing!
Very informative Video. Thx for sharing. We set up with the 50000 budget. Finally we ended up at prox. 70000. but the upgrads are openend. So sometimes it's better to stick to the "keep it simpel rule". As less you have as less will brake.
I'd run and owned steel tugboats for years and knew nothing about what my dad called, 'Ice cream boats'. We bought a brand new Bayliner 24 trophy and I was getting it set up. At that time I worked for a friend who had owned all kinds of boats for decades. He was telling me what we needed to fit it out and he mentioned something big so I asked, 'How much does that cost, Steve?' He put his hand on my shoulder and said, 'Sam, you're a boat owner now. You never ask how much something costs. The only things you ever say are, 'Do you have it in stock' and 'I need it by this weekend..' I found that all to be true. sam ;)
It seems rather bold to spend up to your budget. I think it pays to have cash in hand in case of unforeseen issues. A survey is never exhaustive, and things can still conk-out unexpectedly.
A great concept and dream. Makes sense to keep one foot on the ground, good tips. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the transparency! Great video...
Great info! I like your thorough approach. Keep up with the healthy financial planning!
Hi, that was interesting thanks. I thought of another expense, all the travel when trying to find a boat and checking out potential purchases in the first place.
like this, nice communication style.. the booth of you
The stern gate can be put into your Stern pulpit I just took a pipe cutter and cut the stern pulpit and put on two ends in a dyneema gate with pelican hook
Seeing I have a tartan 37 the gate makes it easy to get on and off the dinghy we actually met and Marathon Bay last year Brenda and John from Audentia
That would be an excellent upgrade.
My uncle has a big sailboat, A Southern winds something or other. The biggest issue wasn’t the money, (this was a custom 150 ft sailboat) a shit ton if you don’t know. The biggest issue was his kids, his kids having to go to school everyday was a big issue, and led to him only sailing in the summer when his kids were off. So if you are thinking of doing this, know when and how you are going to sail
This was a great (another great) video. I wish you had included the dates. When you were presenting the final tally I wish you had stated when that date was as a reference. Though you noted it was a ten year start to finish, I took that finish as the date of purchase whereas once you made the purchase, I wasn't sure the exact (or close to it) timeline of how long it took you to leave port for the last time. I like your videos because they encompass many if not all of the aspects about doing this. Keep it up! Thank you!
Yes we purchased the boat on July 1 and left the dock for the river the first week of October.
Excellent video explanation. Thank you both.
well done very useful info as I am looking for a boat now. Thanks Tim
Awesome glad to hear it Tim!
Hi you guys THANKS FOR THE VLOG and information! Love you're work and vlogs
Thanks Andrew!