ABANDONED SAILBOAT, Now OUR HOME! See Our Story. If WE Can Do It, YOU CAN Too! |E1

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  • This is our story of how we made our once abandoned project sailboat, our home.
    Now as a young family sailing on our boat , we will be traveling and living full time on our sailboat Alma, an Ericson 41' 1969. It took a lot of hard work and dedication, but
    4 1/2 years later, we made our salty dream of sailing our diy project boat come true.
    Learning to sail and how to be parents all in one, this is a journey that we look forward to sharing with all of you!
    -Yulian, Angela, Aria, and Sofia.
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    Edited by: Angela
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Komentáře • 250

  • @SailingAlma
    @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +3

    Thanks to all of you for watching! Thanks for subscribing and liking our video it really helps us out. We are excited to share our adventures with you.

  • @allandevera8765
    @allandevera8765 Před 4 lety +2

    You are the best narrator of all the sailing channels. You have the artistry of words and speech.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Wow thanks so much Allan! This means a lot, as i put a lot of work into it👍happy to have you following our adventures

  • @andreflavell2689
    @andreflavell2689 Před 4 lety +14

    Love this . It inspires me . I am 56 sold my house in nz in the middle of nowhere in a boring part . Was cool and off grid .. had my heart broken.. so bought a 1977 S&S steel sloop 62 feet . No experience no real $ and doing it . The people you meet and so on . It is enriching it’s scary and stressful at times . But living in a house with so called mod cons will numb you down . Most people only talk about realestate now . That’s not living . It’s living for a so called future . Well done I am
    Personally proud of you both Andre

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Andre Flavell Nice to hear from you Andre!
      Thanks for sharing your story, its great to hear and inspiring as well. We are personally proud of you as well! And what a great boat you have ! Fair winds and following seas my friend.

  • @mikewoolfolk5838
    @mikewoolfolk5838 Před 4 lety +3

    I am a Sailor of thirty years and grew up on the Oregon coast, subscribe to many sailing channels (100+) and your introduction was one of the very best by far, good luck.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Mike Woolfolk wow Mike that means A LOT! We wanted to share our story to first keep record of our adventures and be able to show our little girl them one day and also in the hopes of showing others that it’s possible.
      I have been editing whenever our baby takes naps so it is very rewarding to hear your comment after the hard work put into it.
      Looking forward to sharing our journey with you! And hopefully hear from you in future comments!

  • @lancehymers4674
    @lancehymers4674 Před 4 lety +8

    You made the right decision to go when you’re young enough to enjoy it. I bought a 1985 30’ Newport 30 six years ago after eye issues meant I couldn’t keep flying. The idea was to get skilled at sailing and then upgrade to something bigger and head south. Then my very fit, fitness instructor wife had a devastating and unexpected stroke which brought everything to a grinding halt. She can finally go for day sails, but we’ll never cruise. Best of luck - ignore the naysayers. Fair winds and following seas. Lance from Ontario, Canada

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Hi Lance,
      Thank you for sharing your story with us. We are sorry to hear that this happened to your wife, we can not even imagine what you two have been through. We are glad to hear she is able
      To go out for day sails, so you both can enjoy those special moments together.
      You bring to light why we decided to do this now because you never know what will happen in the future.
      Best of luck to you all as well and we are happy to have you part of our journey.
      -Angela and Yulian

  • @jimbojims
    @jimbojims Před 4 lety +15

    Nicely done!
    Forget about all the naysayers, they’re just bitter because they never had the balls to follow their own dreams.
    Cheers 🍻 from 🇨🇦

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      jimbojims Thanks Jim, you are awesome 👏 We will focus on the positive people such as you, who give us encouragement to keep our journey going.
      Cheers 🥂

  • @andreflavell2689
    @andreflavell2689 Před 4 lety +1

    This is so awesome. Not just a sailing channel but a personally growth and making people think about their comfort zones and less is more . More experiences rather than hum drum . I can’t wait to hear and see more of this Andre

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Andre Flavell Thanks again Andre! We love reading your comments. They encourage us, and motivate us! Cant wait to continue to share our adventures with you.
      Thanks again,
      Yulian, Angela, Baby Aria, Pup Sofia

  • @derekge5794
    @derekge5794 Před 4 lety +2

    YES! I remember seeing a few videos of you guys a long time ago buying and then working on the Ericson. Then there was nothing for years and I thought the project had overwhelmed you (because at that point you had a LONG way to go). So happy for you! Such perseverance! Amazing! Enjoy. Fair winds and following seas!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      derek ge Hi Derek, happy to hear from you! YES we had quite the project didn’t we. We ended up stopping because the videos were taking a lot of time from the project and realized if we wanted to get Alma done we had to focus everything into it. We are definitely happy to be back and share our journey so far! Looking forward to hearing from you in future episodes! Glad to have you apart of our journey!

  • @JustinmaguireIII
    @JustinmaguireIII Před 4 lety +5

    Lovely. I set a 4 year target 6 months ago and have been actively working with my partner towards that. So much of this resonated. Congratulations

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      justin maguire thanks Justin! Thats amazing ! Happy to hear you were able to relate to our story. Wish you all the best on your refit!

  • @dannyw66
    @dannyw66 Před 4 lety +7

    congrats on the successful completion of the rebuild! Having done a complete renovation a few years ago on a much smaller sailboat (28' Pearson Triton built in 1959) I know what a mamoth task that is to undertake...cant imagine doing it on a 41' sailboat...your project must have been truly hurculean! Well done on seeing it through to beautiful completion! And welcome to cruising life! I now live on a 38' pilothouse sailboat in Alaska during the summer....would highly recommend the inside passage from Seatle to AK as one of your future cruising destinations (via Panama Canal!). Good luck on your journey!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thanks Daniel! Thats awesome you also did a complete renovation! Yes its a lot of work and dedication for sure. We definitely had rough times while doing the project , but kept persevering through. We always wanted to travel to Alaska! Maybe one day we will , that would be a gorgeous trip im sure. Fair winds to you! We are thrilled to have you along on our journey.

  • @davidc6510
    @davidc6510 Před 4 lety +1

    Super cool - Beau & Brandy plus Dan and Kika at 2:32 was a great surprise and cool to see you have some awesome sailing friends cheering you on! Very nice introduction to your sailing adventure! Thanks for sharing. Fair winds and best of good fortune.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Yes they are wonderful friends of ours. We all were in the same boat yard in the beginning!

  • @Hawks1980
    @Hawks1980 Před 4 lety +1

    So pleased to have found this channel near the start of your (CZcams) journey. Very much looking forward to following your adventures in the coming years. You've turned your dreams into reality and in life, you can't ask for better.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      We are happy you found us too Tom! And we are excited to share our adventures with you as well.

  • @Jmmondeau
    @Jmmondeau Před 4 lety +7

    I remember you guys from way back when. But I understand how boat resto. Goes. I’ve done my fair share. I finally finished my Freya 39 myself and just started cruising full time last month. Good luck on your journey. I saw Kika in one of your videos. They worked hard also. It’s a small community but it seems to be growing again. Keep with it. It will be worth it

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Jean Mondeau yes Jean! We remember you as well! Thats fantastic you finished your project, and are cruising! We will definitely keep up with our journey , and will be posting every Monday. Good luck to you as well. Fair winds.

  • @BeauAndBrandy
    @BeauAndBrandy Před 4 lety +11

    So amazing! Brandy is all ready eyed! We are so proud of everything you’re doing 🙌 You’re an inspiration!!!!! Can’t wait till the day we are anchored next to each other!! ⛵️⛵️

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Beau and Brandy awww thanks so much guys! You guys are an inspiration also! Can’t wait for that day too. We have come a long way from that boatyard ! #wesurvived

  • @larrydicenzo987
    @larrydicenzo987 Před 4 lety +1

    I just found your channel this morning. I enjoyed seeing how you started your dream. Congratulations on your boat, she is beautiful like your family.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Happy you found us Larry ! Thanks so much

  • @macumbarumba
    @macumbarumba Před 4 lety +7

    I recently watched all the old episodes. But this one shows how long you’ve come. You really inspire us to keep on going working on our dreams! Beautiful journey to keep following! Beautiful Job!!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Midgi, that is wonderful to hear!!!! We are happy to know that we are able to inspire you through our story. We wish you the best of luck on reaching your dreams. You can do it!!

  • @jimczerwinski4951
    @jimczerwinski4951 Před 4 lety +1

    Another RAN Sailing little family. The world is still a good place when it is populated by you guys and girls.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      jim czerwinski Could not agree more Jim 🙂👍
      Thanks for watching our journey, we will be posting every Monday!

  • @johngastaldo6419
    @johngastaldo6419 Před 4 lety +2

    OMG, so many emotions. And nothing but good wishes. I found your channel by looking up an Ericson 41, one of the best looking boats ever built. One is next to me in our San Diego mooring field. I look forward to living vicariously through your adventures and great videos! Thank you in advance. John

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thanks John. That is amazing! Yes they are beauties.
      Looking forward to sharing our journey with you. So happy to have you along on our adventures

    • @jeannajeanna1790
      @jeannajeanna1790 Před 3 lety +1

      That’s how I found this video also - searching for Ericson 41 information, as I have a possibility to purchase one, but don’t know what refit expenses may look like!

  • @demetriusbergamo8355
    @demetriusbergamo8355 Před 4 lety +1

    A great history is starting! Success for you. Follow your dreams! Congratulations from Brazil!

  • @WanderingKnapps
    @WanderingKnapps Před 4 lety +2

    I am watching this again. I love your editing and voice over. One day it will pay off. I am so excited you are doing it!!!!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Wandering Knapps aboard MV Illuminate aw thanks so much! Looking forward to meeting one day!

  • @svTIARA
    @svTIARA Před 4 lety +2

    That's a beautiful boat you brought back, really well done!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thankyou!!!! That means a lot to us. And thanks for watching our journey, hope you will stay for our other adventures!

  • @Sheep________
    @Sheep________ Před 4 lety +2

    As someone who has the same dream as you guys, this video is very inspiring

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks so much! That is awesome to hear. We wish you all the best on making your dream come true

  • @psmithrpm
    @psmithrpm Před 4 lety +3

    You are a beautiful family living THE life. Thank you for sharing and may you continue to follow your dreams.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Paul Smith Thanks so much Paul! That is so nice to hear. Thank you for joining us in our journey. 🙂

  • @vanseventy
    @vanseventy Před 3 lety

    Have to say. 1st time watching you guys today and the work and persistence is amazing! Fantastic job on that ol yacht! Love Thee ol yachts. Built so well. That’s why she is still afloat!! I’m a subscriber now!

  • @saltysnoopy
    @saltysnoopy Před 4 lety +2

    Good for you ... I've been working on mine for 9 years and will be launching this spring.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Lowell Monette Thanks Lowell! And WOW! Kuddos to you, that takes a lot of dedication and courage. Excited for your launch it will be a rewarding day!!!!

  • @davidhageage1942
    @davidhageage1942 Před 4 lety +1

    Wow, thank you for your courage, and living a scary dream. I cried by the end of this, first, episode. My name is David, and I hope and pray for you and your family to not only reach your dreams, but to live your dreams. God Bless yu'all, and I hope to be able to become a patreon asap.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Wow thanks so much David! Your comment made our day. We are happy to hear that our video made a positive impact on you! We are happy to have you following our journey, and we will be thrilled to hopefully have you one day as a Patron, an even bigger part of our Sailing Family. God bless.
      -Yulian & Angela

  • @garryames7731
    @garryames7731 Před 4 lety +2

    Nice looking boat.

  • @toddabrahamsson1797
    @toddabrahamsson1797 Před 4 lety +2

    I am very impressed by both of you. The determination and gutsy attitude is something you don’t find in many people.
    Don’t get discouraged and don’t be misled by your critics.
    Good luck on your voyages and be safe. Keep the videos coming !!!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Todd Abrahamsson Thanks Todd!!! Determination was and is definitely key in fixing a boat and then living on it. There were definitely hard times, times where we felt like throwing in the towel during our restoration,but we kept going. Thanks for your advice, we will keep the videos coming every Monday . Thanks for being a part of our journey.

  • @SailingNovaSatus
    @SailingNovaSatus Před 4 lety +1

    I love your video, your story, your family and your friendship so much. Your video is so thoughtfully produced and beautiful. So grateful to call y'all friends!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Sailing Nova Satus awww you guys are the best. That means a lot to us. We are beyond grateful to have met such a beautiful, friendly family and even more to have you guys as friends!

  • @jimmac521
    @jimmac521 Před 4 lety +1

    Such a lovely home you have

  • @robmartineau2369
    @robmartineau2369 Před 4 lety +2

    Congratulations guys! I've just subscribed. You are about 4 years ahead of us, we plan to set of with our two kids in 2024. Oh and I noticed Kika and Dan pop up in your video there, I bet they have been useful sources of knowledge thought out your project.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thanks Rob! We are ecstatic to have you along on our journey!!! Wow that is an awesome plan we wish you all the best!
      Yes they definitely were! 😄

  • @chroniclesofashlee951
    @chroniclesofashlee951 Před 4 lety +1

    Super excited to start watching your journey 😍

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank you Ashlee! Very excited to share it with you

  • @HankHill757
    @HankHill757 Před 4 lety +3

    How about a video on the cost of the boat, where you bought her, what condition she was in and how much the repair work cost. Dreamer sailors want to know 😁

  • @jamescullen3768
    @jamescullen3768 Před 4 lety +1

    Well done..you deserve ..you have worked realy hard for this..

  • @1datsunlover
    @1datsunlover Před 4 lety +1

    Subscribed! Refitting my coastal cruiser to get a better taste, before I go big, and so happy to find cruisers from the west coast from day 1!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      1datsunlover glad to have you along on our journey!!!! Thats wonderful! We wish you all the best on your refit!

  • @stiffandromeda7974
    @stiffandromeda7974 Před 4 lety +2

    Welcome back guys,,, I see many couples with newborns who do the right thing -- continue sailing/living on the salty seas (eg La Vagabonde, RAN Sailing, I guess soon Delos, many non-YT sailors I know, and who knows what happens with Uma, Solianis, Salt&Tar, Magic Carpet, Zingaro, Sail Life, me and my gf),,, so your in good company

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Stiff Sails you are definitely right! Its nice to know there are others out there as well 😆

  • @theislandpackrat
    @theislandpackrat Před 4 lety +4

    Wow great, found another one thats just starting out. Great to see young people following there dreams! Looking forward to your next episode!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +2

      theislandpackrat We are happy you found us! Looking forward to sharing our adventures with you, we will be posting every Monday. If you click the bell it well send a notification when we post 😆

  • @sailingavocet
    @sailingavocet Před 4 lety +1

    YAY! We are so happy to see you on CZcams as well as Instagram! We look forward to following your adventures

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Aww thank you guys same here we are super excited for this whole youtube thing

    • @sailingavocet
      @sailingavocet Před 4 lety +1

      @@SailingAlma woohoo!!

  • @seaslife2024
    @seaslife2024 Před 4 lety +1

    A inspirational video. Wishing you all the luck in the world. In your journey

  • @bcmilatino0116
    @bcmilatino0116 Před 4 lety +1

    Awsome video. Im looking forward to watching your adventures

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks so much! Glad to have you along on our adventures 😄

  • @JS-wl3gi
    @JS-wl3gi Před 4 lety +1

    Riley and Elayna are doing great with Lennie, Nice boat. Definitely want to see more of you videos. You too have a good spirit and living your dreams.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thanks J P! Our episodes will be every Monday. We are excited to share our journey with you !

  • @davevaughn6293
    @davevaughn6293 Před 4 lety +1

    Your both a inspiration to all who have a dream no matter what it is . 😀

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Dave Vaughn thanks Dave !!! Thats very nice of you 😃

  • @peterbryan3295
    @peterbryan3295 Před 4 lety +2

    Good luck guys, you will be fine..safe passage.😁😉🙏⛵

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Peter Bryan thanks Peter, glad to have you along on our journey! 😃

  • @kfindification
    @kfindification Před 4 lety +2

    Just commented on your IG (auckland explorers) but wanted to add this is prob the best first sailing video I have seen. My husband is fairly obsessed with watching sailing videos so I have seen quite a few! Keep up the good work and good luck on your travels 😊

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      kfindification thank you thank you !!! This comment made my day ❤️❤️❤️ we will keep at it for sure.

  • @iwonanieroda4669
    @iwonanieroda4669 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you for sharing your skory, greetings from Ireland

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Iwona Nieroda thanks for watching Iwona!

  • @stevebaas9570
    @stevebaas9570 Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you for your inspiring story, I just recently moved back home (St. Augustine Florida) after being gone for about 22-ish years. My goal is to purchase a sailboat and stay here for a while while learning how to then go out and pursue my dreams. Just found you guys and subscribe and look forward to following you as well.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Steve Baas Thank you very much for subscribing St Augustine Is one of our favorite places in Florida. We have visit it many times and always get a good experience, we more than happy to hear that you’re pursuing your dreams bcz that’s what this channel is more about we are looking forward for you to stick around and enjoy our journey as much as we have done and thanks for your comments we hop to keep hearing from you

    • @stevebaas9570
      @stevebaas9570 Před 4 lety +1

      WOW! I appreciate that, next time you guys are in St. Augustine let me know, Maybe we can do dinner or something and if I have my boat you guys can check it out. Safe travels and may the winds forever be in your favor.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Steve Baas yes we would love too!

  • @alisahenrich8776
    @alisahenrich8776 Před 4 lety +2

    Hi guys! It's Rick and Alisa from Fishing Bay!! Awesome to see you on CZcams 😀 Great Job...we enjoyed watching!! Happy 2020. Hope to see you again!!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Alisa Hartofelis hi Rick and Alisa!! Happy to hear you enjoyed watching, hope our paths cross again! Happy 2020

  • @noahpeffer4054
    @noahpeffer4054 Před 4 lety +1

    Great restoration, excellent boat. You guys are gonna have a great time, we look forward to seeing you out here.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      noah peffer thanks so much Noah look forward to it too!

  • @PeterDeverell
    @PeterDeverell Před 4 lety +1

    amazing!! its been awesome following your journey fixing Alma!
    looking forward to watching your videos of your adventours!!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Waka Irie thank you! Its been awesome having you follow us fixing Alma on Instagram, we are glad to now have you follow our Vlog here!!!!

  • @kellys923
    @kellys923 Před 4 lety +1

    Awesome to see you guys just starting out. My wife and I are planning on starting out next winter. I will be watching you along your journey and hope to pull up in the same anchorage soon one day. Y’all stay safe, God bless your family, and all your dreams come true. 🙏

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      BRAD KELLY thanks so much Brad! That is wonderful that you and your wife are planning on doing the same. Good for you guys! Glad to have you along on our journey, and maybe one day in the same anchorage. Best of wishes to you both as well!

  • @alexjohnson3455
    @alexjohnson3455 Před 4 lety +2

    Fantastic! Amazing life choice

  • @leegrass6954
    @leegrass6954 Před 4 lety +2

    Beautiful story! Can’t wait for more!❤️🙏

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thanks so much Lee! We post every Monday! 😃

  • @38below39
    @38below39 Před 4 lety +2

    All the best to you / in your travels I'll be watching be safe

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Neil lee pop a Wheelie Anderson thanks so much !

  • @christopherheath1382
    @christopherheath1382 Před 4 lety +1

    Awesome looking boat! Can't wait to see more. I have a family and want to do this myself. Me 41, wife jenni 47, daughter delilah 10. Happy sailing. And if you want some good books, the Horatio hornblower series. Great read.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      christopher Heath thanks Christopher! That’s awesome, you guys can definitely do this one day. Thanks for the recommendation will check it out!

  • @pubu2010
    @pubu2010 Před 4 lety

    Hey guys, you made it! It's Don, I was on the Valiant 40 next to you at Riverside. Good job! I'll look for you out there. I'm at Vero Beach now.

  • @sailingadventuresofawelshm4710

    Good job good luck congratulations

  • @lynnlevy5061
    @lynnlevy5061 Před 3 lety

    Beautiful words

  • @Ricovandijk
    @Ricovandijk Před 4 lety +2

    Good luck and enjoy your voyage! Thanks for sharing. From Urk, the Netherlands.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thanks Rico! Thanks for being apart of our journey!

  • @ichaelpanglao9602
    @ichaelpanglao9602 Před 4 lety +2

    such a great family👍👍👍

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Ichael Panglao thanks so much Ichael!

  • @charlierubenstein2886
    @charlierubenstein2886 Před 5 měsíci

    Oh,,,to be young again!

  • @viltfjall
    @viltfjall Před 4 lety +1

    Thats the spirit! Almost make me want to do it a second time out again.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      😄😄😄Thanks And! Thats awesome! How long did you do it for?

  • @music-man
    @music-man Před 4 lety +2

    Cool you have a New fan. Lots of luck and happness and look forward to seeing your Journey. Cheers

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Andy morris Thanks Andy! We are thrilled to have you along on our journey! Our next episode is tomorrow. Cheers to you as well and wish you all the happiness!

  • @arcturusarcturus1552
    @arcturusarcturus1552 Před 4 lety +3

    Welcome to CZcams ! I am looking forward to a boat tour and hearing about the design and build of your hard Bimini. It really complements your classic Erickson. ❤️

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thank you! We will definitely give a detailed boat tour later on, and discuss that info as well. Happy to have you along on our journey!

  • @MrLeventdelamort
    @MrLeventdelamort Před 4 lety +2

    I read Ralph Naranjo,s "Wind Shadow West" in the early eighties, ...Deja vu ..SUBSCRIBED !!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Sea Wirm Thanks for subscribing! When we found our boat and we started to look for information we came across’Wind Shadow West’. That triggered interest in our boat because we realized its possible to circumnavigate in our boat.
      Looking forward to sharing our journey!

  • @neilk.astrophotography7590

    Beautiful restoration on Alma-if she could speak,she would say thank you.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Neil K. Thanks so much Neil! Means a lot!

  • @SV-DEDICATED
    @SV-DEDICATED Před 4 lety +3

    Great episode 1.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Roger K. Davis thanks so much Roger! We will be posting every Monday 😊

  • @alannorthcott6651
    @alannorthcott6651 Před 4 lety +2

    Just subscribed and can't wait to see your new adventures every week...happy sailing guys.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      alan northcott thanks Alan!!! We are thrilled to have you along on our journey!

  • @jamcar1716
    @jamcar1716 Před 4 lety +1

    I just saw the post on IG and came to check out the video. Good work!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      James Carter thanks James! Means a lot 😊

  • @marklewis7005
    @marklewis7005 Před 4 lety +1

    Ok, you hooked me LOL. I am excited for you and your daughter!

  • @gregrepac6654
    @gregrepac6654 Před 4 lety +1

    Look forward to more videos of your adventure. The channel looks very promising. You make interesting vidoes. Nice camera work and editing. Subbed.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      That means a lot Greg. Happy to know you find it interesting. Something we are learning but improving along the way! Glad to have you following our sailing journey as a family! We will be here every Monday!

  • @wendymattelaer5817
    @wendymattelaer5817 Před 4 lety +1

    So excited to be subscribing to a new sailing channel. Wishing you all the best, fair winds and following seas. Looking forward to following you on your journey. How exciting! :-)

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks Wendy! We are so happy to have you along on our journey! We will be posting an adventure every Monday.

  • @outdoorzfam
    @outdoorzfam Před 4 lety +1

    Love this guys 💚💪💙✅😎🙃

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      OutDoorzFam aw thanks so much guys!!! 😀😊👍👍🙌

  • @rhino_sailor7506
    @rhino_sailor7506 Před 4 lety +2

    Great job guys!! And super good edit

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Rhino_sailor Didje thanks Richard it means a lot !! Hows your boat going?

  • @alextheboatguy5264
    @alextheboatguy5264 Před 4 lety +1

    Awesome-- Congratulations-- loved this one--

  • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
    @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife Před 4 lety +1

    Another great video...you guys are gonna be stars!!! -Rebecca on SV Brick House

  • @offtherichter7
    @offtherichter7 Před 4 lety +1

    you guys are inspiring! i wish my gf would want to do this with me haha. keep the dream going i love the videos:) fair winds safe journey

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thanks so much!! We definitely will, glad to be able to share our journey with you.

  • @paulhudson4481
    @paulhudson4481 Před 4 lety +1

    My God I am so Jealous and you are inspirational, great story.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thanks Paul that means a lot!!!! So happy to have you apart of our journey

  • @littlejohnny47
    @littlejohnny47 Před 4 lety +1

    Been watching from the beginning when you brought parts home in the Fiat...thought you guys threw in the towel for about two years but then - since I was still subscribed - this video came up! So glad you are back and still going for it! Boat looks amazing! Kind regards!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thank you so much 😃 for sticking around for so long !!!!🤗 in some point for us was just hard to keep filming and working on such a massive project the time we had after our regular jobs was very limited every day and filming was taking a very large amount of time, it has been a very bumpy road but we persisted and alma finally got out of the yard we thank you again and looking forward to keep the videos coming and heard from you on the comments section 😃👍

  • @jamesadams1064
    @jamesadams1064 Před 4 lety +2

    Beautiful boat and a great refit. The only question I have is is the cockpit cover easily removable? I see some issues if you were to get into really bad weather. And I’m not trying to sound like a downer. Looking forward to more content. But don’t give up, just be safe.
    Cheers!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      James Adams Thanks James! We appreciate you looking out for is. The cockpit hard top is attached by 16 screws can be removed for hurricane storage purposes we have sailed in 30+ and despite been a non pleasant experience they hold up pretty good, we haven’t sailed yet in 40+ winds and if we are luck enough we will never have to shades are easily removable also they are able to slide on and off a track. We only put them up when we need shade and if weather is permitable, if nasty weather is approaching it can be taken off quickly. You dont sound like a down at all, we actually appreciate you looking out!
      Our next episode is tomorrow, looking forward to you being a part of our journey! Cheers!

  • @MurphysLemonadeStand
    @MurphysLemonadeStand Před 4 lety +1

    Well I had to come on and watch on the big screen. It was even better the second time. Some things should not be watched on our phones. Just shared with Annette. We look forward to watching after work the rest. ;) P.S. we splashed Kakamora! we are prepping to bring her closer to our home port now to make our restorations. ~Aodhan

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Aw you guys are absolutely amazing!!! 😄
      It put a huge smile on our faces reading your comment. We love that we get to share our experiences with you guys. And wow that is amazing! What a big moment guys! 😆😆😆we are so happy for you, i bet it feels wonderful. Have you been able to sail her yet?
      We wish you all the best on your restorations, we will be checking your IG for updates!
      Looking forward to hearing from you guys in future videos.
      -Angela and Yulian

  • @danightcreeper132
    @danightcreeper132 Před 4 lety +2

    Your little girl is so cute

  • @mariemorrissey9378
    @mariemorrissey9378 Před 4 lety +2

    Best Wishes!
    I was already an subscriber!

  • @bradbarrett9236
    @bradbarrett9236 Před 4 lety +10

    Cough..Alma knows Uma..cough!

    • @solitudeandsailing9854
      @solitudeandsailing9854 Před 4 lety

      Brad Barrett Uma Alma, as Bob Marley says "One Love"...

    • @brentengle7302
      @brentengle7302 Před 4 lety +1

      I had to do a quick retake after seeing Kika as well... then I saw Dan as well.

  • @gvjones74
    @gvjones74 Před 4 lety +1

    Just wow! Good skills. Hooked already.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Gavin Jones thanks Gavin that means so much! So happy to have you following

  • @jasonfrodoman1316
    @jasonfrodoman1316 Před 4 lety +1

    I don't know you of course. But I am very proud of you folks and your decision. You have accomplished more than most will in a lifetime. And to think that your journey has just begun. Imagine....
    BTW: love that hardtop bimini setup. Very nice design. Might have to steal that idea for my boat - also a 50 year old project.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Wow Jason, thank you so much! Those are extremely nice words that mean a lot to us.
      Yes, go right ahead, we love our hardtop Bimini. We were concerned it may take away from Almas beauty but we think it came out good. So cool you are working on a 50 year old boat too. What make?
      Looking forward to hearing from you in future videos.
      -Alma Family

    • @jasonfrodoman1316
      @jasonfrodoman1316 Před 4 lety +1

      @@SailingAlma it is a not so well known brand. Google Challenger US 35. Don't forget the US part or you will get a different boat. The Trident Challenger. Anyway it was $500 to purchase.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Jason Frodoman so cool! And $500 ! Good for you, that is amazing!!!!!

    • @jasonfrodoman1316
      @jasonfrodoman1316 Před 4 lety

      @@SailingAlma thanks, hopefully I will get where you are one day. In the meantime I will ride along on your boat via video post. Cheers.

  • @CoachKatanaHead
    @CoachKatanaHead Před 4 lety +1

    Great intro, did I spy Kika in a few of those stills🤔😁 #subscribed

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks Tony! Yes good eye 😄 we knew each other back when we both were fixing our boats.
      Glad to have you along on our journey!

  • @ChrisMcEvoy
    @ChrisMcEvoy Před 4 lety +1

    Awesome. I just subscribed :)

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Chris McEvoy thanks Chris. It is awesome to have you here!

  • @chrisrobinson3058
    @chrisrobinson3058 Před 4 lety +1

    If you guys guys have not listen to, read or spoke with the true sailing guru, philosopher Christian WIlliams you should. I have been a fan since the days of our 30+ Ericson. Cheers from Tampa!
    -Chris R.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Awesome thanks for the suggestion will definitely look into him! Cheers Chris! And thanks for watching

  • @jb9090
    @jb9090 Před 4 lety +1

    I wish I could go back in time and do as you have done

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thanks JB. We are very glad we are able to share our adventures with you

  • @steveking6204
    @steveking6204 Před 4 lety +1

    Sweet intro. I'll follow.

  • @DonOmarRamiro
    @DonOmarRamiro Před 4 lety +2

    2:33... KIKA.! xD

  • @takacsi
    @takacsi Před 4 lety +1

    This is vey cool! (Btw on my language Alma (Hungarian) means apple. ) Have a nice sail!

  • @marxtr6
    @marxtr6 Před 4 lety +1

    ❤️

  • @rws210
    @rws210 Před 4 lety

    Hmmm....you just poped up on my youtude... I see only one video on your channel... but from reading the other comments. There must have been others ? Now deleted.? .. this one was very well edited. Nicely done. . Judging from the scenes in the video? It seems to be timed , behind your present time. (Where you are now)..
    ... most viewers want an channel that is flowing along with the current time time. . How far back is the video ? From your present sailing, ?
    ... but again, very nicely edited. And congrats, on taking the steps to live your dream.

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Robert-w Hi Robert! Happy to have you following. We did have a few videos from years ago but was not happy with the editing that was done then. We wanted to start fresh, first telling our story. In time we will keep improving with the editing as it’s a learning process. But it’s nice to hear you liked it!
      We are a little ahead of videos, this was done because it takes me a while to edit since our baby is a full time job, I basically edit when she takes her naps. But will Probably end up catching up to real-time shortly. On our Instagram we have real time posts of where we are , also the whole refit of our boat is there from the beginning. Feel free to check it out! (Link in description)
      Glad to have you watching our adventures as a family!

  • @BigDaddyPapaJ
    @BigDaddyPapaJ Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for finding me on IG. @bmodelkw. I love your story. I am in the works of doing a refit and setting sail this winter. Can't wait to see your story unravel. Fair winds and following seas!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks Jonathan! Looking forward to show you our journey. A lot will happen thats for sure! Fair winds !

  • @sailorking9480
    @sailorking9480 Před 4 lety +1

    Bravo bravo excellente Amazing decision. Go go never look back the world is big hope you will have a long happy life to see the whole world. My Jesus and Mary protect you and your kid and your little furry friend. Amazing life. Charbel from Lebanon Beirut good luck

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety

      Thanks so much Charbel! We really appreciate that!

    • @sailorking9480
      @sailorking9480 Před 4 lety

      @@SailingAlma there is a city in the Christian aeria in Lebanon next to sea called (Sahel Alma) Google it.

    • @sailorking9480
      @sailorking9480 Před 4 lety

      @@SailingAlma lebanon /jounieh / Sahel Alam.

  • @sergueiothonucci1638
    @sergueiothonucci1638 Před rokem

    😃😃😃😃

  • @Jin-pt4en
    @Jin-pt4en Před 4 lety

    Is that Kika? I am so watching all of the episodes.

  • @marcvandermeulen1807
    @marcvandermeulen1807 Před 4 lety +1

    Amazing video! What a great job you did guys and how inspiring is your story! Wish you the best from the Netherlands! p.s. Will you ever consider sailing to Europe? ;-)

    • @sailingavocet
      @sailingavocet Před 4 lety +1

      you should follow them on instagram as well!!! great content!

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      Marc van der Meulen Thank you so much Marc!!! It has been a bumpy road but we made it through . Absolutely!!!! Europe has been always in our bucket list but we still doing little steps as our baby grows and we figure how to make everything happen the best part is you cant stick around and see how we progress little by little thanks for reaching out and hope you stay with us for a long time

    • @SailingAlma
      @SailingAlma  Před 4 lety +1

      SV Avocet aww you guys 🤗

  • @planitist8656
    @planitist8656 Před 4 lety

    Excited to see your journey!!