I was going to send an application video in, but remembered I'm a 56 year old tubby balding man with a goatee...and you guys already have one of those on board who is waaaay more capable than I could ever be. You both impress me weekly with your talents and ability to tell a story. Zatara is a great hub for your content. Boat life itself is intriguing and living vicariously through your experiences brings the world closer to us. Your open mindedness to foreign cultures is refreshing and it's great to see people being people everywhere. We appreciate you guys. You don't need me to say 'keep.up the good work'...but I am anyway.
Watching Keith makes me wish I had a dad growing up to learn all the valuable things he can do. I'm 47 now and feel like a kid watching his dad fix things and I'm in awe because I've always been jealous of families that have loving parents. I was lucky to have a set of twin friends I grew up with that there mother showed me love and affection I didn't get at home and grateful for making me the man I am today to give my kids everything I didn't get. Keith and Renae are such amazing parents and shows through their kids. Love this channel because you get every aspect of sailing life through there channel. A great balance of boat work, sailing, exploring, and family life.
Great story, and I had a Dad that was terrific in many ways but was very harsh ( a Marine Staff Sargent) sometimes during events I find myself doing exactly as my Dad would do, so to not have and example would definitely change things a lot. Keith is a great talent -cerebral, patient, kind, and knowledgable. And like many smart people he knows his shortcomings (few) but is always willing to learn something new!
I SO agree!!!! Even though my dad was around, he never taught me ANYTHING. I was always told, "you're in the way, get out!". I would LOVE to have a mentor like Keith in my life!!!
I learned all of that stuff on my own over the years, personally. My Dad is still alive, but he knows nothing about mechanical systems, construction, etc. The last thing he worked on in that regard was a 1955 Chevy drag car about 10 years before I was born. I never had anyone in my family teach me anything significant, mainly because I've never lived around them. Yet, I can do just about anything related to residential home improvement and quite a bit to repair and modify vehicles, not to mention multiple unrelated technical skill sets. I've learned to be resourceful and just push myself through the learning curve. As a 50 year old guy, last year I was able to learn how to create and publish an NFT collection and a couple of Full Stack dApps for a non-profit I volunteer with. All this to make the point - don't sell yourself short, you can learn about anything you put your mind (and time) into.
I completely agree with you, Keith, and the commenter. The family is where it's at. Sending our elders to homes to die and sending our children off to be raised by strangers all day while we go to a job we generally loathe. And for what? If we live with less material things and live more intentionally, and even below our means, we can enjoy what's most important, spend more time with our families, and do more meaningful things.
Keith, this isnt a negative comment, but one of concern. You have sounded a little bit out of breath in the last few videos. This is coming from a man that didnt listen when I was told the same thing. It almost cost me my life. A couple months after being told that ( and ignored) I had a massive heart attack. It was through the Grace of God that I'm still here. Perhaps you should see a cardiologist? You may already have, I'm just saying it's better to be safe than sorry. You seem to have a wonderful family, and a great life. However I found out in a quick and a hurry how important it is to have good health too.
I was thinking the exact same thing actually. Keith has a rough diet and with all the hard work he puts in could really be putting a lot of stress on his heart.
Renee, not fair! You told us that Keith was going to explain how he figured out the problem, and then you cut him off and promoted your bluewater cruising class. I and many others don't have the opportunity to do what you have done, but we want to hear his experience and wisdom in practice. Kate, follow your Dad around and ask him to explain what he's doing. Frankly, the man is a genius and you can learn a lot from him. You'll be a marine technician in no time!
Keith, you are brilliant at problem solving and fixing things. I don’t know how folks can do it without “Keith” capabilities. And with Rene as a partner in the adventure it is perfect match. Stay safe. Bless you all! 🌺
I was very interested in hearing Keith explain the electrical systems on the boat. My husband is in electrical/hvac. I've learned a lot from him. Keith is good at teaching in a simplistic way. I enjoy knowing how things work.
Interested in the origin, because I always thought it was "in like Flynn". Referencing Errol Flynn and his escapades. EDITED TO ADD: Nevermind. Google tells me that "In Like Flint" is a 1967 movie, likely taken from "in like Flynn" as Errol Flynn had already been dead for a decade. Everyone wins (except Errol). Yay!
Couldn't agree with you more on family & the lack of it that has degraded our society tremendously. I didn't have my first child until I was 62 & retired, that is when I finally realized that kids & family bring the most joy you can ever imagine & the meaning of unconditional love. Best thing that has every happened in my life & I get to spend as much time with them as possible, I wish I had more. I also agree 100% on the phones & Internet. Kids today lack the face to face interactions that we all had years ago. Thanks again for sharing your adventures in so many different ways.
To watch and listen to Keith talk about things is golden! Having grown up without a father or much family around, seeing you all just fills my heart with joy and love. Renee you are such a beautiful, amazing, talented, loving Mother and your children are so blessed to have you all. I lost my Mother during Covid and I was not prepared. I imagine you have inspired so many people with this amazing channel. Thank you for sharing your journey with us all. Blessings and much Aloha 🙏💜🌎☮️🌎💜🙏 🛥
WOW Watching Keith fix everything is amazing! His family must be relieved and proud to have such a Husband and Father who can manage their own affairs.
Totally agree, Keith and Renee are the best. They don’t force sailing down there kids throats, but they get the techniques and the knowledge of sailing in their own time based on their individual desires and preferences. As long as the parents are healthy, the family will stay together.
I feel the exact same way when it comes to raising kids, we live on land but do the same with our 3 boys. The work, contribute and are welcome at home as long as they are being part of it.
I wasn’t going to comment on any of the videos until I finished binge watching! But hearing Keith speak his values on raising his kids - wow! What a wonderful world this would be if more people thought like this!!! Your children have more life lessons, more world culture and a love for each other than most. You don’t have to justify your way of living - it’s perfect what you and Renee have done.
Wow...Anyone would be hard pressed not to adore Keith. I remember one show where he said that as far as he was concerned, the kids could stay as long as they wanted and here he said it again. Good for you. This world is scary enough...stay home as long as you can, be a productive member in the family dynamic, work as a team when needed and all the rest will come in time. Renee, you're an awesome mom and your kids...well...they're just too much fun:) Blessings to all of you & I'm always praying for your safe passage.....Big Hugs from a friend and fan in Tucson, AZ......
Keith, this was one of my favorite episodes! So true about the Internet, the phones and all that. Going in a boat nowadays is about getting a pause from Internet. We all need that. I have been following your TH-cam-channel since you bought the cat. I am the same age as you are. Looking at the same boat you have as alternative for a world cruise. Having 2 boys 12 and 14 and a daughter at 32. Wife not that keen, but not totally against. Still caught in the everyday life though, it’s not the right timing. Hope I can make the dream come true one day when I am still around.
Priceless Renee moment to indicate that Keith will explain the electrical issue only to promptly spare use from the explanation with a smirk. OMG, literally spit my drink. Love it. Keep it up Z-Crew.
Was down in BVI and saw a ship container carrying abut 10 catamarans. My husband and kids knew I would not stop talking about my dream sailing life from that point forward. lol I have learned so much from you guys! Who knows if we will ever get to use that knowledge, but your channel makes for great entertainment in the meantime!
Keith your a "Man After My Own HEART"...LOVE YOUR and RENEE'S FAMILY VALUES...your whole FAMILY is just so LOVELY...LOVE YOU ALL...Have a Beautiful, Joyful and Blessed Mediterranean EXPERIENCE...peace
👍👍👍 for the family thing. I a to old for that life, but I know that you should always be good to you siblings. They will be around long after your friends. Family is very important.
A Healthy Marriage/Family is most important...so many unhealthy relationships out there, thanks for being a good example! Work, work, work, it's a good thing you live on a boat and know how to play too! ❤ "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy".❤ Scrolliosis 🤣 We are highly considering starting our trip in the Med this summer, and have athletic kids. We've heard there aren't a lot of kid boats in the Med and have been discouraged but since you'll be there too we are still considering it 😉
You know the content is good when the comments are lengthy and thoughtful. It awakens an urge to pour your thoughts, gets the mind thinking how to convey these brain farts into enjoyable and nice messages. Top quality content indeed. Congrats on avoiding the content to mindlessly scrolled through and consumed.
Keith, THANK YOU for showing the electrical issue, I would like to hear a short version of "how" you figured out it was the switch!! Also, I LOVE how you addressed the nay sayers of bringing the young adults to the boat!!! It's NOT about "hooking up" but more about broadening horizons and interpersonal connections. It offers something these kids may never have a chance at!!! Physically I'm too old, mentally I'm too young, but I'd jump at that chance!!! Those nay says l, in my opinion, have closed minds, and would never DARE spend a night on the water!!! You ALL rock!!! THANK YOU!
fyi. it wasnt the switch, its the LOAD on the switch. probably to much air conditioning or AC+watermaker. if he replaces that switch itll happen again. just a theory.
To make things simple in electrical world for those not naturally inclined: You start at the source of electricity with your voltage meters (Nice choice in Fluke Keith) and then you follow the path of electricity to where it stops. His obviously stopped at the switch. He disconnects switch after verifying the electric (either one leg or both) aren't coming through, and verifies its working where it comes in to the switch like he did. That is what told him the switch was bad. From there he removes the switch and recompletes the circuit as if the switch didnt exist, and then he turns on triple verifying that was indeed the issue and now goes to get the new switch. :) I am always impressed how awesome Keith is on things he probably never specialized in. You guys are amazing! If I were 18-21 I would totally be applying for the live aboard. Hell if I were 30 I would at least fake it .... XD
@@bmunday AC here won't have anything to do with it as this is the homerun that feeds the entire boat on the line side. The load side is everything on the other side of his fuses and line side is the source that feeds his panel. The AC itself would be between the panel and the unit. If a faulty AC unit starts wearing out it will start drawing higher than normal amperage which will trigger the breaker for safety indicating there is a problem. This is all obviously assuming Keith keeps it all properly wired.
You both had top career jobs, earning the big bucks, big home, cars etc. Then realised for what! Your life sea change was your best decision, and now you are a enjoying being a close family, enjoying the world TOGETHER. BRAVO. I also follow Sailing La Vagabonde, Elayna & Riley started out very young and had their kids whilst sailing !!!!!!! A.M.A.Z.I.N.G.
Having guest kids on your boat really does make it better for you guys and that’s what’s important. I don’t like those episodes as much but it’s your life and we just get to peek in. Which we all appreciate.
I absolutely love watching Keith work on the boat. I grew up on sailboats and as they say "it's always something!". QUESTION: Was Keith ALWAYS good with engines, electrical, and most of the other things he has had to deal with or did he learn everything as they occurred and necessitated repair? He is incredible and reminds me of my dad in the 1980s changing the oil on the Yanmar engine and the circuit breakers and replacing bilge pumps. Way to go Keith!
You guys are ideal parents. Seriously. When I think of strong parental role models, you guys are my go to. You've spoken about this a few times: living a parent centered life, not kid centered. A parent must lead, guide, set boundaries, and build a child into a useful, adult capable of problem solving and cooperating under sometimes stressful and even dangerous conditions. You've built them into proper humans, I'd say. So fascinating to watch your family unit grow together. It makes me sad, not having grown up with an environment like that. Makes me think how would I have turned out, how would my life be different with parents like you guys? Y'all are leaving a HUGE impact on your kids and those you reach in these videos. I got into sailing later in life (around mid 20s, 32 now) and found you guys just after the switch to catamaran from monohull. Funny enough, I knew the name Zatara from doing a big project on the book/movie "Count of Monte Cristo" in high school. I wonder(ed) how many people get the reference these days? It made me feel immediately connected in some small way thru the internet, that I was in on a secret of sorts to a movie reference you were using for the boat/channel.
Was happy to hear your explanation on your children leaving the boat. Although it's no one's business you were graceful and direct. It's so much fun to see your family unit doing what you do sailing all over the world. Your children are very blessed to have you and your wife as parents indeed. I believe adding the young invites to your boat to experience sailing with you shows how much you care for your children to be around their peers visiting exciting location's as you travel. I look forward to the videos shared as they come out and the challenges you experience as a family. God Bless all of you and keep you safe, travel on and enjoy your special time with the family on board.
Kieth for president what a guy you are bloody brilliant parents great ideas you’ve the right idea towards your kids as Kieth says fair play to ye 😂😂😂 watching from Liverpool England an have been following you from the start great stuff 👍🤣
What you have to know to keep a boat going is very sobering. It is amazing how life can prepare you for great adventures you didn’t even imagine you would have.
Nice to see the top sailing V-logger explain what drives their life and why they do it. You cannot fake sincerity for long and with your tight nit family it seems to work very well. A closeness that makes life a better experience. Jack is starting to look like the One of our Zorro's of the move world.
Love your family! We are a close knit family as well that desires to stay close generationally. It was the NORM for generations of families and we want that! Love your content & love your adventures!
Hi guys..... I'm 74 years young,.... not married,..... was in the Eoyal Canadian Navy when i was 19, for 3 years.... 2 years on Aircraft Carrier HMCS Bonaventure CVL22, and i LOVE your videos..... Thanks for all the nice clips, i enjoy them and LOVE you all.... Yves, in Québec Canada
I really like Kieths Q&A. It would be great to see a Aussie come stay on with the other young winners of the trip. Keep sailing safe and keep the videos up, it Makes me feel like on holidays.
Hi Keith, it never ceases to amaze me how people project their own ideas and view on how you and your wife should be raising your kids, screw that! All I can see is that your children have seriously benefitted from a well-rounded, world encompassing upbringing. I absolutely agree with you re cellphones, they have far more negatives than positives. For a tool that was meant to improve communication they have, in my opinion done quite the opposite, I also think they have been the 'fuel' behind a huge upsurge in narcissism, and toxic abuse. I personally belong to no social platforms, other than TH-cam, and I most certainly don't believe everything I see, or hear related to a phone/computer/tablet screen. I do my own homework and fact check most things. You guys have done a great job with your kids, and I've a feeling they will likely bring more into the world than they take out of it! Your good people, not perfect people, and as that applies to most of us, I wouldn't have it any other way! Thanks for sharing the journey!
Awesome philosophy there Keith, It is ALL about family! You suddenly realise (even though we are close to our family) as we lost my dad recently and then to top that off Ive been diagnosed with terminal Gastric cancer. So live while you can and not for tommorow.
I was completely devastated when you fast forwarded through Kieth’s electrical explanation. I love yo learn that technical stuff from Kieth. Hoping it’s helping me learn for my future boat. I’m also and electrical engineer, so I’m just a nerd. Hoping Kieth makes a how to video series about the different boat systems some day!
Cruised for two years. You soon learn that if it can break, it will. And you better be able to fix it or do without it. We had a saying…if it ain’t broke, don’t use it..😉 Love your common sense attitude towards cruising and life in general! Enjoy your great videos. Thanks
I'm enjoying adulthood to the fullest and rarely do i ever wish I was kid again, but watching this video and thinking of the adventure of joining Zatara for a trip makes me kinda wish I was 18 again.
Keith,you have a great family, let them live with a great life with your family. Don’t listen to these idiots criticizing you, they are just jealous! Love your family and channel.!
The outlook you and Renee have for your kids is amazing. We hear/see so much of parents forcing their kids to grow up too fast and they might miss out on something. Granted some children might need to grow up faster. If the means are there for kids to stick around and enjoy life while they figure out what they want to do in life let it be. If they aren't becoming "privileged" kids then I say let them be. Thank you for letting us come along with you all during your travels.
I love watching Sailing Zatara. I sailed quite a bit as a youngster, and really envy your lifestyle. I was surprised at the negative comments Keith was talking about at then end of this episode. I don’t know why I was surprised because there are always those who look for the negative in anything. I was shocked to hear some feel the kids you invite are for hook ups or that the kids should leave as they get older! I think your children are getting the experience of a lifetime. Jack, Finn, and Kate are learning so much more than they would in a classroom honestly or working a desk job. I’m sure one day they will move on, but, wow! What an experience. The naysayers should just stop already! Keep up the great videos!
Hi Keith/Renee, I think you guys are doing an amazing job raising your children. They are respectful, open minded, super friendly, very well rounded individuals. I agree with them staying onboard, with family, until they are ready to leave, as long as they continue to contribute to the well being of everyone onboard. Wow, some of those individuals who sent in videos already look pretty darn good. How in the world do you decide who to invite with some many awesome videos to watch. Your willingness to share this experience with other young adults is fantastic. Very generous indeed. I am certain many of the young adults that send in videos would never be able to experience living onboard, sailing the open ocean, on such a vessel like yours until much later in life when they have the financial means to do so. Maybe some would never be able to afford such an experience in their lifetime. I really enjoyed the last group of newbies that came aboard. All of them were so alive, funny, engaged, and grateful for the experience. You sure can pick well. I can't wait to see next weeks contenders. Take care, all of you. Later! 😎
your a man with his head on straight,fearless obviously,highly intelligent,&excellent parenting skills,your kids respect you most definitely,truly inspirational,be safe ,god bless you all,i envy you people✌️💯
Love watching Keith work, learning so much from him, hopefully the children are paying attention, absorbing the lifetime of knowledge you have. One thing to note, none of the applicants said they were interested in engineering.
I was going to send an application video in, but remembered I'm a 56 year old tubby balding man with a goatee...and you guys already have one of those on board who is waaaay more capable than I could ever be.
You both impress me weekly with your talents and ability to tell a story.
Zatara is a great hub for your content. Boat life itself is intriguing and living vicariously through your experiences brings the world closer to us. Your open mindedness to foreign cultures is refreshing and it's great to see people being people everywhere.
We appreciate you guys. You don't need me to say 'keep.up the good work'...but I am anyway.
Great comment!! 🗣
Maybe having GRANDPARENT age applications would benefit the kids !!
@@seeker2above982 Grandparent age? Come on now.. Not till the 70s.. this is 2023. :D
I agree! I think this opportunity is wasted on younguns. Sailing Zatara you are age-ist!
I’m a 56 yr old tubby woman, they don’t have one of those so maybe I should apply 😂
Watching Keith makes me wish I had a dad growing up to learn all the valuable things he can do. I'm 47 now and feel like a kid watching his dad fix things and I'm in awe because I've always been jealous of families that have loving parents. I was lucky to have a set of twin friends I grew up with that there mother showed me love and affection I didn't get at home and grateful for making me the man I am today to give my kids everything I didn't get. Keith and Renae are such amazing parents and shows through their kids. Love this channel because you get every aspect of sailing life through there channel. A great balance of boat work, sailing, exploring, and family life.
Great story, and I had a Dad that was terrific in many ways but was very harsh ( a Marine Staff Sargent) sometimes during events I find myself doing exactly as my Dad would do, so to not have and example would definitely change things a lot. Keith is a great talent -cerebral, patient, kind, and knowledgable. And like many smart people he knows his shortcomings (few) but is always willing to learn something new!
I SO agree!!!! Even though my dad was around, he never taught me ANYTHING. I was always told, "you're in the way, get out!". I would LOVE to have a mentor like Keith in my life!!!
@@merlinbroaddus sorry to hear that…I have 3 kids and I love doing anything I can with them
I learned all of that stuff on my own over the years, personally. My Dad is still alive, but he knows nothing about mechanical systems, construction, etc. The last thing he worked on in that regard was a 1955 Chevy drag car about 10 years before I was born. I never had anyone in my family teach me anything significant, mainly because I've never lived around them. Yet, I can do just about anything related to residential home improvement and quite a bit to repair and modify vehicles, not to mention multiple unrelated technical skill sets. I've learned to be resourceful and just push myself through the learning curve. As a 50 year old guy, last year I was able to learn how to create and publish an NFT collection and a couple of Full Stack dApps for a non-profit I volunteer with.
All this to make the point - don't sell yourself short, you can learn about anything you put your mind (and time) into.
Same here! He’s the dad I always dreamed of having!!!
I completely agree with you, Keith, and the commenter. The family is where it's at. Sending our elders to homes to die and sending our children off to be raised by strangers all day while we go to a job we generally loathe. And for what? If we live with less material things and live more intentionally, and even below our means, we can enjoy what's most important, spend more time with our families, and do more meaningful things.
I agree❤
WOW so spot on . Well thought out ! Couldn't agree more.
Renee fast forwarding past Keith's electrical explanation was one of the funniest things I have seen you post. Keep up the videos.
Keith, this isnt a negative comment, but one of concern. You have sounded a little bit out of breath in the last few videos. This is coming from a man that didnt listen when I was told the same thing. It almost cost me my life. A couple months after being told that ( and ignored) I had a massive heart attack. It was through the Grace of God that I'm still here. Perhaps you should see a cardiologist? You may already have, I'm just saying it's better to be safe than sorry. You seem to have a wonderful family, and a great life. However I found out in a quick and a hurry how important it is to have good health too.
I was thinking the exact same thing actually. Keith has a rough diet and with all the hard work he puts in could really be putting a lot of stress on his heart.
The man is in his 50s and he was in a hole wrenching. That's normal.
I love that Keith tells it like it is.
Keith is THE MAN!! Father to Father… much respect to you for always finding a way and getting it done KEITH!
Renee, not fair! You told us that Keith was going to explain how he figured out the problem, and then you cut him off and promoted your bluewater cruising class. I and many others don't have the opportunity to do what you have done, but we want to hear his experience and wisdom in practice.
Kate, follow your Dad around and ask him to explain what he's doing. Frankly, the man is a genius and you can learn a lot from him. You'll be a marine technician in no time!
Agree. Hoping Renee will post his explanation.
she did. probably in post, cause he shouldnt be exposing his insurance carrier to speculation.
Keith, you are brilliant at problem solving and fixing things. I don’t know how folks can do it without “Keith” capabilities. And with Rene as a partner in the adventure it is perfect match. Stay safe. Bless you all! 🌺
Husband & Wife team is Strong with these two!
lol, keep it in your pants 😂 It's just common sense.
Try Teal or Mads. Think your world will widen beyond fat and money.
Love the new intro
Unhealthy amount of fat though.
I was very interested in hearing Keith explain the electrical systems on the boat. My husband is in electrical/hvac. I've learned a lot from him. Keith is good at teaching in a simplistic way. I enjoy knowing how things work.
I don't comment often but I have to say, as a parent to 4 teenagers, I love your outlook. I love your instincts and I love Rene and Keith and fam!
I chuckled at Keith’s use of the “in like Flint” phrase. Not too many that would know the phrase and it’s origin. He reminds me of me!
Interested in the origin, because I always thought it was "in like Flynn". Referencing Errol Flynn and his escapades. EDITED TO ADD: Nevermind. Google tells me that "In Like Flint" is a 1967 movie, likely taken from "in like Flynn" as Errol Flynn had already been dead for a decade. Everyone wins (except Errol). Yay!
Couldn't agree with you more on family & the lack of it that has degraded our society tremendously. I didn't have my first child until I was 62 & retired, that is when I finally realized that kids & family bring the most joy you can ever imagine & the meaning of unconditional love. Best thing that has every happened in my life & I get to spend as much time with them as possible, I wish I had more. I also agree 100% on the phones & Internet. Kids today lack the face to face interactions that we all had years ago. Thanks again for sharing your adventures in so many different ways.
I’m always impressed with Keith’s skills.
What skills?
Keith is literally a surgeon, a boat surgeon that is. Amazing how he can fix anything!
To watch and listen to Keith talk about things is golden! Having grown up without a father or much family around, seeing you all just fills my heart with joy and love. Renee you are such a beautiful, amazing, talented, loving Mother and your children are so blessed to have you all. I lost my Mother during Covid and I was not prepared. I imagine you have inspired so many people with this amazing channel. Thank you for sharing your journey with us all. Blessings and much Aloha 🙏💜🌎☮️🌎💜🙏 🛥
Keith, sensible, intelligent, and common sence. A winning combination, for sure! Admirable!!!
Best rant ever by Keith at the end of the video; be sure to watch all the way through!
I love your values as a family. It is always evident how much you love each other and your kids. I really enjoy watching you videos.
WOW Watching Keith fix everything is amazing! His family must be relieved and proud to have such a Husband and Father who can manage their own affairs.
Totally agree, Keith and Renee are the best. They don’t force sailing down there kids throats, but they get the techniques and the knowledge of sailing in their own time based on their individual desires and preferences. As long as the parents are healthy, the family will stay together.
I feel the exact same way when it comes to raising kids, we live on land but do the same with our 3 boys. The work, contribute and are welcome at home as long as they are being part of it.
Congratulations for the half of a million subscribers. Love to follow you all!
Keith is the man he can fix anything what a legend
I'm glad that I'm not the only one who has done an electrical repair on a live circuit.
Wish I could have had a dad like this guy growing up. The kids are blessed to have such great parents. It's less and les common these days.
Keith, Thank you for the message about family! TRUTH was spoken in this video today.
Keith, your wise wisdom on family values is spot on. We need each other!
I wasn’t going to comment on any of the videos until I finished binge watching! But hearing Keith speak his values on raising his kids - wow! What a wonderful world this would be if more people thought like this!!! Your children have more life lessons, more world culture and a love for each other than most. You don’t have to justify your way of living - it’s perfect what you and Renee have done.
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Keith is really good with all the repair stuff. Very impressive.
Kudos to Keith for troubleshooting the “safety “ switch. Extra points for using hydraulic tools in the fix! 👍👍
Wow...Anyone would be hard pressed not to adore Keith. I remember one show where he said that as far as he was concerned, the kids could stay as long as they wanted and here he said it again. Good for you. This world is scary enough...stay home as long as you can, be a productive member in the family dynamic, work as a team when needed and all the rest will come in time. Renee, you're an awesome mom and your kids...well...they're just too much fun:) Blessings to all of you & I'm always praying for your safe passage.....Big Hugs from a friend and fan in Tucson, AZ......
Wow, you did that while it was hot, you’re awesome!
Keith, this was one of my favorite episodes! So true about the Internet, the phones and all that. Going in a boat nowadays is about getting a pause from Internet. We all need that.
I have been following your TH-cam-channel since you bought the cat. I am the same age as you are. Looking at the same boat you have as alternative for a world cruise. Having 2 boys 12 and 14 and a daughter at 32. Wife not that keen, but not totally against. Still caught in the everyday life though, it’s not the right timing. Hope I can make the dream come true one day when I am still around.
Priceless Renee moment to indicate that Keith will explain the electrical issue only to promptly spare use from the explanation with a smirk. OMG, literally spit my drink. Love it. Keep it up Z-Crew.
Was down in BVI and saw a ship container carrying abut 10 catamarans. My husband and kids knew I would not stop talking about my dream sailing life from that point forward. lol I have learned so much from you guys! Who knows if we will ever get to use that knowledge, but your channel makes for great entertainment in the meantime!
Keith your a "Man After My Own HEART"...LOVE YOUR and RENEE'S FAMILY VALUES...your whole FAMILY is just so LOVELY...LOVE YOU ALL...Have a Beautiful, Joyful and Blessed Mediterranean EXPERIENCE...peace
Keith the "Wrench"... well done on the electrical problem! He is a modern renaissance man. A true scholar whose wisdom is lost on weak of mind.
👍👍👍 for the family thing. I a to old for that life, but I know that you should always be good to you siblings. They will be around long after your friends. Family is very important.
Thank you guys! That role model thing El Capitan was talking about definitely translates here on TH-cam means a lot!
Completely agree with everything Keith said during the Q&A. Great insight and the family values shared are what our country needs.
Watching Keith makes me wish I had a dad growing up to learn all the valuable things he can do. And a great mum as Rene 🙂.
Well said about Starlink...imagine the old days when they didn't have GPS (not so long ago...), amazing watching you troubleshoot the boat
A Healthy Marriage/Family is most important...so many unhealthy relationships out there, thanks for being a good example!
Work, work, work, it's a good thing you live on a boat and know how to play too! ❤ "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy".❤
Scrolliosis 🤣
We are highly considering starting our trip in the Med this summer, and have athletic kids. We've heard there aren't a lot of kid boats in the Med and have been discouraged but since you'll be there too we are still considering it 😉
You know the content is good when the comments are lengthy and thoughtful. It awakens an urge to pour your thoughts, gets the mind thinking how to convey these brain farts into enjoyable and nice messages. Top quality content indeed. Congrats on avoiding the content to mindlessly scrolled through and consumed.
Keith, you are an amazing guy, keep teaching us , love you and your family, you are doing LIFE right.
Keith, THANK YOU for showing the electrical issue, I would like to hear a short version of "how" you figured out it was the switch!!
Also, I LOVE how you addressed the nay sayers of bringing the young adults to the boat!!! It's NOT about "hooking up" but more about broadening horizons and interpersonal connections. It offers something these kids may never have a chance at!!! Physically I'm too old, mentally I'm too young, but I'd jump at that chance!!! Those nay says l, in my opinion, have closed minds, and would never DARE spend a night on the water!!!
You ALL rock!!! THANK YOU!
fyi. it wasnt the switch, its the LOAD on the switch. probably to much air conditioning or AC+watermaker. if he replaces that switch itll happen again. just a theory.
Yes, I don't think its a good idea to just duplicate a shoddy condition, that when fails, sets the surrounding woodwork on fire...again...
This is content for the ages, old school, hands on and dedicated to the greatest adventure there is ... family and all that comes with it.
To make things simple in electrical world for those not naturally inclined: You start at the source of electricity with your voltage meters (Nice choice in Fluke Keith) and then you follow the path of electricity to where it stops. His obviously stopped at the switch. He disconnects switch after verifying the electric (either one leg or both) aren't coming through, and verifies its working where it comes in to the switch like he did. That is what told him the switch was bad. From there he removes the switch and recompletes the circuit as if the switch didnt exist, and then he turns on triple verifying that was indeed the issue and now goes to get the new switch. :)
I am always impressed how awesome Keith is on things he probably never specialized in. You guys are amazing! If I were 18-21 I would totally be applying for the live aboard. Hell if I were 30 I would at least fake it .... XD
i dunno. I think his AC burned out the switch. how the switch failed is the real issue. its load. which load?
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@@bmunday AC here won't have anything to do with it as this is the homerun that feeds the entire boat on the line side. The load side is everything on the other side of his fuses and line side is the source that feeds his panel. The AC itself would be between the panel and the unit. If a faulty AC unit starts wearing out it will start drawing higher than normal amperage which will trigger the breaker for safety indicating there is a problem. This is all obviously assuming Keith keeps it all properly wired.
@@bmunday In the event you didnt mean AC/Air conditioning and meant AC in alternating current, please ignore ....lol :)
You both had top career jobs, earning the big bucks, big home, cars etc. Then realised for what! Your life sea change was your best decision, and now you are a enjoying being a close family, enjoying the world TOGETHER. BRAVO. I also follow Sailing La Vagabonde, Elayna & Riley started out very young and had their kids whilst sailing !!!!!!! A.M.A.Z.I.N.G.
Keith and Rene are the perfect ideal parents. You’re such a fun family enjoying life.
Don’t go overboard. They are good parents but far from perfect.
Good thing Keith is handy. I really enjoy your videos. A great family!
Having guest kids on your boat really does make it better for you guys and that’s what’s important. I don’t like those episodes as much but it’s your life and we just get to peek in. Which we all appreciate.
It is always amazing to see him problem solve these complex issues. I hope the eldest is also learning all these minor to major boat issues.
Absolutely no idea what you were fixing, no idea how you were fixing it, no idea of your explanation but it was 100% riveting. Amazing to watch👏👏👏👏👏
Truth Keith. We learned to interest-lead our homeschooled kids too. You can lead a horse to water.... ❤
I absolutely love watching Keith work on the boat. I grew up on sailboats and as they say "it's always something!". QUESTION: Was Keith ALWAYS good with engines, electrical, and most of the other things he has had to deal with or did he learn everything as they occurred and necessitated repair? He is incredible and reminds me of my dad in the 1980s changing the oil on the Yanmar engine and the circuit breakers and replacing bilge pumps. Way to go Keith!
I remember a Q & A many moons ago where Keith said that he learned as they went along. Amazing...
You guys are ideal parents. Seriously. When I think of strong parental role models, you guys are my go to. You've spoken about this a few times: living a parent centered life, not kid centered. A parent must lead, guide, set boundaries, and build a child into a useful, adult capable of problem solving and cooperating under sometimes stressful and even dangerous conditions. You've built them into proper humans, I'd say. So fascinating to watch your family unit grow together. It makes me sad, not having grown up with an environment like that. Makes me think how would I have turned out, how would my life be different with parents like you guys? Y'all are leaving a HUGE impact on your kids and those you reach in these videos. I got into sailing later in life (around mid 20s, 32 now) and found you guys just after the switch to catamaran from monohull. Funny enough, I knew the name Zatara from doing a big project on the book/movie "Count of Monte Cristo" in high school. I wonder(ed) how many people get the reference these days? It made me feel immediately connected in some small way thru the internet, that I was in on a secret of sorts to a movie reference you were using for the boat/channel.
Was happy to hear your explanation on your children leaving the boat. Although it's no one's business you were graceful and direct. It's so much fun to see your family unit doing what you do sailing all over the world. Your children are very blessed to have you and your wife as parents indeed. I believe adding the young invites to your boat to experience sailing with you shows how much you care for your children to be around their peers visiting exciting location's as you travel. I look forward to the videos shared as they come out and the challenges you experience as a family. God Bless all of you and keep you safe, travel on and enjoy your special time with the family on board.
Hope all is well! I just saw electric fire….. you all are the sanity in my day to day struggle of a single father of two young teens
Kieth for president what a guy you are bloody brilliant parents great ideas you’ve the right idea towards your kids as Kieth says fair play to ye 😂😂😂 watching from Liverpool England an have been following you from the start great stuff 👍🤣
Keith, You are smart man!
A family with a great outlook and balanced integrity. A pleasure to watch. I thankyou.
Love light and laughter
What you have to know to keep a boat going is very sobering. It is amazing how life can prepare you for great adventures you didn’t even imagine you would have.
Nice to see the top sailing V-logger explain what drives their life and why they do it. You cannot fake sincerity for long and with your tight nit family it seems to work very well. A closeness that makes life a better experience. Jack is starting to look like the One of our Zorro's of the move world.
Love your family! We are a close knit family as well that desires to stay close generationally. It was the NORM for generations of families and we want that! Love your content & love your adventures!
Daddy keith continues to be a super father. I love you with so much recpect man
I love your statement on family and raising your children.
Hi guys..... I'm 74 years young,.... not married,..... was in the Eoyal Canadian Navy when i was 19, for 3 years....
2 years on Aircraft Carrier HMCS Bonaventure CVL22, and i LOVE your videos..... Thanks for all the nice clips, i enjoy them and LOVE you all.... Yves, in Québec Canada
I'm amazed by the numbers of very specific tools you have on board! Keith is a legend!
Love it! Glad you are sharing the ocean with these kids, relationship results of friends or more, so what. It’s growth as a person for all!
I really like Kieths Q&A.
It would be great to see a Aussie come stay on with the other young winners of the trip. Keep sailing safe and keep the videos up, it Makes me feel like on holidays.
Keith, amazing detective work. What a problem solver. Y’all are great parents.
Love those segments of the show where tech problems are explained…… also…… cooking is shown….. all good , either way👍
great monolog at the end..totaly agree my friend..
It took me a long time to
remember how much I enjoy
Being around you all😎
Hi Keith, it never ceases to amaze me how people project their own ideas and view on how you and your wife should be raising your kids, screw that! All I can see is that your children have seriously benefitted from a well-rounded, world encompassing upbringing. I absolutely agree with you re cellphones, they have far more negatives than positives. For a tool that was meant to improve communication they have, in my opinion done quite the opposite, I also think they have been the 'fuel' behind a huge upsurge in narcissism, and toxic abuse. I personally belong to no social platforms, other than TH-cam, and I most certainly don't believe everything I see, or hear related to a phone/computer/tablet screen. I do my own homework and fact check most things. You guys have done a great job with your kids, and I've a feeling they will likely bring more into the world than they take out of it! Your good people, not perfect people, and as that applies to most of us, I wouldn't have it any other way! Thanks for sharing the journey!
Awesome philosophy there Keith, It is ALL about family! You suddenly realise (even though we are close to our family) as we lost my dad recently and then to top that off Ive been diagnosed with terminal Gastric cancer. So live while you can and not for tommorow.
I was completely devastated when you fast forwarded through Kieth’s electrical explanation. I love yo learn that technical stuff from Kieth. Hoping it’s helping me learn for my future boat. I’m also and electrical engineer, so I’m just a nerd. Hoping Kieth makes a how to video series about the different boat systems some day!
I swear there is nothing Keith can’t do!! Amazing. Boys- soak up your dads handy knowledge- cuz ya all know those two boys are born adventurous
Q&A - you answered it. Your right Keith ! Your cool
Kate can learn to, why just the boys?
Oy! The light at the start of the canyon walking sequence (down in the sandstone canyon) was perfect!
Love your guy’s Production! Keith Genius self-starter & Finisher! Great Role models you guys!
I loved to hear your words about “family” and your perspective on it, so beautiful and so true, thank you so much, Keith!
Luv your mind and humor Keith....your a smart kid yourself....I mean it.
Keith you and Renee are doing an awesome job I simply enjoy every weeks adventures ⛵️⚓️
Cruised for two years. You soon learn that if it can break, it will. And you better be able to fix it or do without it. We had a saying…if it ain’t broke, don’t use it..😉 Love your common sense attitude towards cruising and life in general! Enjoy your great videos. Thanks
I'm enjoying adulthood to the fullest and rarely do i ever wish I was kid again, but watching this video and thinking of the adventure of joining Zatara for a trip makes me kinda wish I was 18 again.
Keith is soooo talented in so many areas!!!! You go Keith !!!!
look forward to your videos everyweek! keeps the stress levels down! Keith is a champ: always working on something!!!
Keith,you have a great family, let them live with a great life with your family. Don’t listen to these idiots criticizing you, they are just jealous! Love your family and channel.!
Keiths like my dad that man can fix anything
You all have a great philosophy and attitude that reflects greatly as a family. Thanks for the content.
The outlook you and Renee have for your kids is amazing. We hear/see so much of parents forcing their kids to grow up too fast and they might miss out on something. Granted some children might need to grow up faster. If the means are there for kids to stick around and enjoy life while they figure out what they want to do in life let it be. If they aren't becoming "privileged" kids then I say let them be. Thank you for letting us come along with you all during your travels.
Dad, your so smart. Thanks Keith
I love watching Sailing Zatara. I sailed quite a bit as a youngster, and really envy your lifestyle. I was surprised at the negative comments Keith was talking about at then end of this episode. I don’t know why I was surprised because there are always those who look for the negative in anything. I was shocked to hear some feel the kids you invite are for hook ups or that the kids should leave as they get older! I think your children are getting the experience of a lifetime. Jack, Finn, and Kate are learning so much more than they would in a classroom honestly or working a desk job. I’m sure one day they will move on, but, wow! What an experience. The naysayers should just stop already! Keep up the great videos!
I like hearing Keith describe the electrical systems. Definitely not boring details.
Hi Keith/Renee, I think you guys are doing an amazing job raising your children. They are respectful, open minded, super friendly, very well rounded individuals. I agree with them staying onboard, with family, until they are ready to leave, as long as they continue to contribute to the well being of everyone onboard.
Wow, some of those individuals who sent in videos already look pretty darn good. How in the world do you decide who to invite with some many awesome videos to watch. Your willingness to share this experience with other young adults is fantastic. Very generous indeed. I am certain many of the young adults that send in videos would never be able to experience living onboard, sailing the open ocean, on such a vessel like yours until much later in life when they have the financial means to do so. Maybe some would never be able to afford such an experience in their lifetime. I really enjoyed the last group of newbies that came aboard. All of them were so alive, funny, engaged, and grateful for the experience. You sure can pick well.
I can't wait to see next weeks contenders. Take care, all of you. Later! 😎
Thanks for sparing us with the mechanical details
your a man with his head on straight,fearless obviously,highly intelligent,&excellent parenting skills,your kids respect you most definitely,truly inspirational,be safe ,god bless you all,i envy you people✌️💯
Love watching Keith work, learning so much from him, hopefully the children are paying attention, absorbing the lifetime of knowledge you have. One thing to note, none of the applicants said they were interested in engineering.