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To prepare Sandflea for hurricane season, we set out ant traps inside and outside the boat We also put out damp-rid bags to keep the moisture at bay so no mold will grow inside while we’re away. The standing rigging replacement project will continue with the mast down while the boat is out of the water for the hurricane season. Unfortunately, I reached a point where I was not able to continue the project because the mast could not be effectively secured while upright.

October 2018- Ben makes another trip down to the boat. He changes the oil, installs the tracks for our seat cushions, works on the teak, and so much more! The highlight of this particular video is probably the part where I do battle against a recalcitrant oil filter. Also, you’ll be seeing much more of the ladies from here on out… so that’s good news.

Our new sailing adventures begin in November! That means that there is MUCH boat work to wrap up before then. On this trip Ben installs a saltwater washdown pump and a shiny new Mantus anchor. Do try your luck at the Great Banana Challenge as you watch this video.

Ultimately though, we’re all happy and excited for the additional freedom that we can enjoy without the added responsibility and stress of managing a piece of Real Estate from afar. I hope to have the boat out of the water within the next month so that the mast can be unstepped in order to complete the standing rigging replacement. After that, she’ll stay on the hard for the next few months with the goal to have her ready to splash just as soon as the hurricane season fizzles out. The big-picture plan is slowly coming together, and the sale of our house is a HUGE accomplishment that we can officially check off the list.