Exactly, same as what I though when Jordan asked about being stuck in small places and Desiree said never happened to her - Jordan was a hero because he did not say "Oh yes you sure don't want to remember, do you..." I like this so much, these guys are so relatable.
I used to think that being an idiot was the province of a young man. Now I am 66 and still an idiot so it is a skill that, once learned will stay with you for a lifetime. 😉 Mike in Sheffield UK
That's why you need a mid ship cleat to which a line is already attached and ready to be tied to a mid dock cleat. Once tied, you keep the engine in Fwd gear to force the boat to get closer to the dock giving you time to cleat the stern and bow lines.
As you gain confidence with the bigger boat, you'll appreciate the importance of a well-placed spring line. It will snug you right where you want to be; then you'll have time to tie off bow and stern lines.
Jordan, you’re not an idiot, just a boat owner and a pretty damn good one at that. You own an RV that is constantly corroding, moving, breaking and failing which is simply the nature of boats, even ones as nice as yours! Your humility is admirable and don’t forget that sailors invented the term “shit happens“. Cheers
Totally! Jordan and Desiree are so charming and humble. Beautiful couple. I am no expert at all, but just from a basic experience driving a car, I wonder if front/back/side videocameras (like in cars) and a small screen next to the wheel could help the captain get a better idea of the distance when maneuvering. Just a thought.
I LOVED this episode - everything in it was familiar to many of us. We all experienced the “if it it ain’t broken try to fix “ and “if you ain’t afraid - you ain’t living” - but you were laughing at the end and that’s better than crying. The best sailing utube by far.
Dude , I pulled a leaky trans out of my car(first time) , split it apart to replace a shift rod seal and panicked when I saw cracks in the casing. Called everyone on the phonebook looking for one, drove there and the guy gave me the same look when he told me the 'cracks' were casting marks. I feel your pain.😩😫
Great to see you back! Your friend Jim said it best, “........You both have great communication skills.” This is apparent both on the water and dealing with each other day to day. As always thanks, have fun be safe and see you next week.
Tip for backing out of your slip: to minimize the undesirable effect of prop walk, when you want to back out of your slip in a straight line (or even swinging your stern to stbd), put your shifter into reverse, give it a good shot of throttle, then quickly shift to neutral and steer to place the stern where you want it. The idea is to get some momentum going in reverse without allowing the prop walk to take over - if you need more momentum in reverse during the procedure you can just quickly shift into reverse, give it a shot, then back to neutral. That way, your rudder will be the chief instrument of steering, and your effort will not be confounded by what the prop is doing.
I agree. You probably already know this but your boat is so heavy you can use the momentum to your advantage. Absent wind and current you can rotate your boat in place clockwise ( to starboard). While stopped put the rudder hard to starboard. Gun it in forward and let the boat start to turn. It will turn before you go forward because of propwash over the rudder. Leave the wheel to starboard and before going forward too far, gun it in reverse. Prop walk will continue the turn to starboard even with the rudder unmoved. Before the boat starts to go backwards to far, gun it in forward again and keep the boat rotating. Rinse and repeat. Doesn’t work to port.
@@edburke2902 You are both right. I remember when I finally learned the technique you described. A life changer for me and my 20 ton Kelly-Peterson 46. I think the key is to not be shy with the rpm's when you give it that boost to get momentum. These two will have it mastered in no time.
Perfect berthing: no one got hurt, nothing got broken. How it looks is secondary, and that you never raised your voices is excellent. You are also no doubt part of a very small minority that actually practices manoeuvres.
Lessons learned guys, just quick tip from one boater to the other (I also didn't see if you were doing this): keep a pole in the cockpit to help you grab or push off in tight areas. Great communication between the both of you. Just keep practicing, you guys will get the hang of the boats characteristics soon enough.
Walkie talkies are a god send device no matter where or what you are doing; keep a walkie talkie on velcro when on the boat. They are well worth the few bucks they cost.
When you're working in tight quarter like that, and on a new boat small issues like that happen. Once you get acclimated and more intimate with your boat you'll be fine. The fact you owned it and put it on camera is huge. Double thumbs up and you two enjoy your spring and summer now, in the states.
You guys are great. I like how you present everything you encounter as is. No clever editing of real life issues to protect your egos. Makes your channel unique among all the sailing vlogs.
I've been following your adventures for a couple of years now. I cannot wait to see you leaving for your first trip on the new boat (which looks amazing btw)! Good luck. X
I have mailed you a complete shop repair manual for that transmission..You don’t start troubleshooting this one without that manual. The shift adjustment and lever position are very important to assure proper shifting. It is very important to have shop repair manuals on boards of all the critical boat components..
Lots of good learnings in this video, and Jordan, being able to admit your mistakes makes you a much better person, as they say "the man who never made a mistake never did anything". Much respect 👍🏼
Great video and excellent to see the docking practice. One thing I have learned over the years is never try to fight the elements and always try to use the characteristics of your boat to your advantage. When you first attempted to reverse out of your mooring you had the wind and prop walk working against you. What would have been better is to back out and go backwards out of the alley rather than to try and turn around and go forwards. That way the wind would help push your boat to starboard and prop walk also helps push your bow to starboard. Once the boat straightens up with the wind from behind you can easily back down the alley way. So much easier and less stressful. Good luck and give it a go and don’t be afraid to go in reverse. Keep up the fabulous videos.
I don’t laugh out loud often, but when I do, it’s when someone applies Forrest Gump to real life. Anyone worth their salt has been there. Anyone worth knowing will admit it.
I idled one of our center console boats home at 2 knots for fifteen miles because I couldn't get the engine to go above idle. I couldn't figure out what was wrong out on the water. They next day, on the trailer, I immediately saw a clamp was loose on the throttle cable, that was just stopping the cable from pushing the throttle forward. It took me three minutes to fix it.
Your candor and honesty is greatly appreciated. Docking and undocking can be stressful, even in the best of conditions. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Regarding the instrument’s low voltage while the battery had plenty. Check the instrument wire size. Odds are good it’s undersized probably because more instruments were added but the wire not upgraded. Undersized wire will heat up, causing resistance and then low voltage readings.
Im really glad your transmission wasn't broke, furthermore that you were able to find the problem rather quickly (once inside) with the toilet. You and D, work very well together and just as the redocking hand said, You two communicate well. While Im sure your frustrations sometimes get edited from public consumption, I can't help but think even in your most heated of moments, you both are a compliment to each other. Thanks for this update and the time to put it together. Hopeful to see you guys in warmer climates soon. Be careful, be fun and always be watchful. Rocky and Carrie
I love the way you two communicate and support each other under stress, and your ability to joke about screw-ups. It shows that you are humble and a true team. I have total faith in you both to rock this new challenge!!!
honesty or .... honestly hmm 😒 🤔 FFS why does spellcheck seem to always pick the wrong spelling you're actually looking for? Yes honestly is a word but figure it out Bill?
I've been following you guys for awhile. The way you work together is awesome. Moving from Atticus one to Atticus 2 has to be a tremendous journey. May God bless your journeys and keep you both safe. May Neptune always look after you and the wind be always at your back. Sail on, days move forward never backwards. Peace.
Morning Sickness??????? Hmmmmm! As for the Transmission Sickness, you didn't waste a trip if checked out by a professional! Toilet work, thanks for taking one for the team! and practicing docking! Priceless! Great Communications you two! Nice to see the boat moving! Thank you for bringing us along!
Hugs, Brother... we've all been there. The best mechanics got to be the best by learning from their little mistakes. And, as a former bush pilot, commercial pilot, flight instructor... and as a former long-haul truck driver... well, there's a LOT of art to the science. I've been learning to wrestle waves, wind, and nerves too. Try all of this stuff in a float plane!!! Hehehe... Best advice is to always keep love in your heart and calm-respect in your voice.
Put a loop of line around the piling to hold the bow in place, then in forward, the stern will walk around to starboard. Push off the piling, let go of one end of the line as you move forward. Maneuvering with wind is a skill set only time will improve. Everyone is stressed in these situations, keeping ones cool is important. Good job.
How great it was that you found the plastic in the macerator. You are a good video editor. It’s always entertaining and enjoyable to watch. Thanks for sharing.
You guys are great even in your fails, showing that experience is learned through perseverance and the willingness to accept your mistakes and learn from them. We all make them, but Only those willing to accept them, truly understand the joys of life.
I know nothing about boats or sailing but I love you guys. I love how genuine and humble you are and how brave you are on keep trying and brave to make your mistakes and vulnerabilities public. Keep going guys! Thanks for sharing!
Something that is easy to forget is that you can't steer a boat if you're not moving, and it is easier to steer the faster you go (or at least the more water passing by your rudder in a current). It is usually best to give quick bursts of throttle when doing the forward/reverse tight turning leaving your slip.
I'm always relieved when major issues I'm facing are easily resolved when I get help from someone who knows what they're doing, a lot cheaper than a transmission overhaul! You guys are doing great and are picking up invaluable knowledge as you go along. Thanks for sharing.
I was just looking over the last several years of your videos on the original Atticus, and have to say, I think you've made an amazing upgrade. With all you conquered back then, you are well prepared for adventure with Atticus II. May you have fair winds and following seas.
No yelling....good job! Don't be too hard on yourself. Atticus II is a whole new beast with its own issues. Bigger, wider, more powerful and a whole lot more boat! You both will get it! Prectice makes perfect never applied more!👏👍👌⛵🌏😊
Ive been boating all my life and I can tell you that getting used to a new craft is a slow process. You're doing great guys - good communication and slow and steady as she goes. You've got this!
I LOVE you guys and I share all your emotions, vicariously. I may have mentioned that I'm 72 and wanted to do what you're doing when I was your age, actually younger, but it was a whole different ballgame back then. I enjoy the fact that you have the energy that I now lack. I sometimes think, "Oh, MAN. This is a disaster," but then I say, "Yeah, but their energy and perseverance will get them through it."
You guys are awesome for sharing your failures and hardships. I have learned so much from this 20 minutes videos, compared to hours and hours of other sailing videos. Congrats! And thank you!
My wife and I recently purchased a 28 foot powerboat and can relate to your experience. Watching the both of you work together overcoming each and every obstacle gives us something to work towards in our attempt to hopefully one day become the competent sailors you both are. Best video ever!
Great episode - I appreciate your honesty and willingness to share "imperfect" performance as well as those you may be more proud of. A good lesson that not just a longer LOA than Atticus but greater mass translates to different handling characteristics when underway. Keep at it, we appreciate being along on the adventure!
You are both awesome! Communication is key! I love how you give so much information and details on what you are working on. Thanks for sharing your adventure.
I think this episode I appreciate a lot. My late father was a fisherman, sold his boat when I was about 7yo. Not be able to learn much about boating that time. Now I know, these boatman has serious skills maneuvering the boat at the dock. Current, wind, boat length, all take into account. Thanks guys for some great lessons today. Now I miss my dad. =) Have a great day ahead guys!
I heard you confess to a lot of oops moments, but truly there were so many successes! You re-installed a transmission!!! Wow! Plus, you didn't have to pay the guy to rebuild it! (Just don't try to add that amount back into your checking account. Believe me, it doesn't end well.) You fixed the shifter-thing-a-ma-jig and the boat is mobile! Also, you fixed the toilet! You are amazing. And then, there was the docking practice... no damage, successful docking and you know your boat better! (I also was happy that you had the opportunity to do it when there was minimal boat traffic!) We learned a lot from you and you are closer to heading out! Thanks for sharing with us! Also... Desiree lifting a transmission and rescuing Jordan!!! Way to go!
This is a great lesson to learn. If you're working on something and something goes wrong it's usually your fault. I've been a professional mechanic for 25 years now and have learned to always look at myself first when there's a new problem with something I'm working on.
Hang in there Buddy! Slow and steady. Practice makes it get easier every time. Slow and in control movement is better that hot and fast. You guys are doing great. Keep up the positive attitude.
Great to see how you do progress with this new vessel. I watched this episode WIDE-eyed!! Whew! Both of you show every part as a lesson, with so much positive energy!
Love this channel because it shows the real aspects of cruising. Even with Atticus, it was a mix of adventure and boat maintenance. Glad you didn't need a new transmission!
This video is great! As a boat owner, I've been through so many similar issues. I LOVE the docking breakdown. I do a debrief with my lovely crew after each docking and it has really helped us figure out how to continually improve our communication and docking procedure. Your attitude and approach to these issues is excellent. Stuff happens, but it is all about learning from the experiences becoming more confident, and most importantly enjoying the process!
Great episode! My biggest fear is close quarter maneuvering, especially in a new boat. It's amazing to me that experienced cruisers like you are not only similar in that emotion, but honest enough to share. Wow. And I'm glad that the cost of the transmission repair was a favor owed and a helping of humble pie. Excellent lessons and shows you a community supports ya all the way. Go Team Atticus
Good to see your happiness guys, you both now broadcasting on complete different waves. On Atticus 1 at some stage, I was not able to watch now frustrated you were, as normal progress, you just needed bigger boat! I'm happy to watch your future on a water!
After relocating our new and big boat (To Us) last week from Scotland to Wales moving it in new marinas gave us the hairiest moments and can definitely appreciate you sharing those sequences to make us all feel human.
Well done on all fronts. The transmission - easy error and you're just adding to your already vast knowledge library. I absolutely applaud you for practicing docking. Very few people ever do this and you clearly know how much that will help you in the future and make you understand how your boat reacts. Don't be hard on yourself, I thought you did a great job especially with a new (to you) boat. Loved your comments about blaming it on the crew. Well Done!
It takes a very emotionally mature individual to admit a mistake like that. Kudos to you for putting it all out there and using your situation as a teaching moment.
I’ve experienced all of those moves during docking!! I laughed a lot...not at you...but with you. You kept your heads. Great day and yes...you learned a lot!
Loved the play by play/ how to type of docking video... this is really tricky so pretty awesome to get to catch some pro tips. Would love to see more of this type of stuff. thanks and love watching your videos!
LOL!!! Live and learn buddy!!! Thats one oversight I bet you never make again - so it wasnt a total loss! You guys are awesome and congratulations on the new boat - shes a beauty!
so happy to hear I'm not the only one for whom those first maneuvers on a big new boat generate such trepidation. I've not had to deal with tides or tide vs wind. You guys did a great job. You can postpone the pain of gouging out some gelcoat and glass on a dock somewhere but eventually it'll happen. No big deal. A scar or two lends character to faces and boats.
Good job, taking ownership of mistakes -- and then letting go of them. Learn and move on. Good job, Desiree, keeping your temper and focusing on what needs to be done. Great communication.
Great video, you nailed the fear of piloting a new boat in this video! Im sure Atticus I felt the same the first time you went out. And now you are thinking how easy that was. Don't worry, with each docking it will get easier and easier with Atticus II. You will be pros in no time!
You guys did good. Important lesson is to remember the huge mass of a big boat. It's moves are slow and so you need to plan everything a little bit beforehand. But also you are not in rush, just let the propeller to do its work, slowly but steadily.
This is why I LOVE you both! With levels of honesty and humility! ....plus I learned somthing now that we have an inboard.....prop walk! I guess I knew what it was, but didn't know what to call it! Thanks for a beauty of a video PA2!
Love the way you guys approach the challenges of boat life! One thing I do, especially in a new boat and tight slip is to approach the slip upwind, or up current, whichever is the greater factor, even if it means doing a full starboard 180 in the slipway to set it up.
Great job guys! My thought when backing out of your slip, What I do is follow the prop walk and back all the way out the alley. When coming back, when you have wind blowing you off your dock, back down the alley, past your slip, then you can approach it in forward, nose into the wind. That pylon in the middle makes it tough!
OMG that was even nerve racking from my armchair haha 😂 I really enjoyed this episode. I felt Desiree's relief too when she was lying on the dock at the end. A good training session with the new boat. Great Channel, Cheers from New Zealand
I love your videos. With this last episode I can relate with you. I sat down with my wife, after I watched it alone. We recently got a sailboat and haven't used it because of the same you showed in this chapter. We are afraid of crashing the boat. We sat and watched and paused the video several times to talk about what you did and what we need to do. Thanks for your videos, they are a great motivator for us to do the same.
Great video both! We have a long keel boat and I totally get the feeling. Few tips I got that might help: landlines. Works great as a tool. e.g. for undocking in the situation you had you could use a spring line from the bow to the dock or even the mooring post. Wait a bit when the boat is out of the slip and use it to have the transom blown by the wind into the right direction. Another tip; give 45 degrees rudder and then give some small but powerful burst of gas. You then do make the turn but not the speed. Anyway, as you mentioned: trying is the best way to learn. Have fun playing around!
Brings back so many memories on docking. Patience, slow speed, and knowing when to goose it during departures comes with a zillion docking. Above all, go slowly and be willing to bail out and go around and re dock. There is no shame and it saves on fiberglass repair and more importantly emotional stability of your crew. Capt. Mark Boston, MA
FEAR IS THE MIND KILLER! KEEP UP THE GOOD FIGHT! I HAVE SEEN THAT YOU ARE ALWAYS LOOKING TO IMPROVE... I HAVE ALSO SEEN THAT YOU HAVE IMPROVED GREATLY. BE PROUD!
Glad to see current projects are almost completed. I am really enjoying your videos. I would have crashed trying to dock, haha. You both did great on your first attempt to move ole Atticus II.
Very true !! "if you aren't afraid you aren't alive" !! with boat docking anyway... I am glad am not the only one feeling so stressed when we are either leaving or entering a marina. Our boat also has prop walk made worse by the offset propeller. It is good to get over our fears. well done xx
Good job with the practice. You did well. We had the same problem backing out of our old slip-prevailing winds and prop walk exactly wrong. You might Try turning 270 degrees to the right rather than 90+ to the left. Use your prop walk to help the turn rather than fight against it. On our boat it was easier and we had better control that way, plus we could accomplish the turn with less room to maneuver.
Don't feel bad, Jordan. You had the best possible outcome from that long drive--everything was fine and you got back a working transmission the same day! Regarding docking, I had a 30' sailboat years ago and was very comfortable docking it. A couple years ago, I got a 40-footer and was nervous every time I pulled in or out. I had no idea where the bow was and couldn't judge the distance from the port side to the finger on my slip. Now the 40 feels like the 30 did before. You'll be amazed how all those extra feet just disappear as you practice and gain proficiency.
You Buds are just TOO entertaining! I'm watching this again! You can really tell when going forward that the prop is deflecting a LOT of water off that rudder plane! It does turn quickly in forward! You are going to miss your tiller in not knowing immediately what your rudder angle is. Do you have a boat hook to fend you off the poles without leaning out over the gunwale to reach them? Yep, probably not a good idea to fend the boat off pushing on the stanchions. We could tell you had an immediate change of heart down to the gunwale. That is such a beautiful boat and delightful crew! Can't wait for the first episode of you fixing a gourmet meal at the outset and sitting there eating it for 20 minutes! Try making your own ice cream for desert!
When backing use forward gear to position the stern to desired direction.. just gotta learn how she swings! Never approach the dock faster than you wanna hit it. Beautiful boat! Have fun guys!
I've been a mechanic for over 20 years even the best of us might miss something. Your a good man for owning it and learning
I agree, I would tell my employees that we don’t make mistakes, it a opportunity to learn. Just own up to it quickly and honestly.
and it was explained for all to see...
Yes, boats are complicated.
Mad respect for owning it! We've all been there, but not all of us will own up to it.
Exactly, same as what I though when Jordan asked about being stuck in small places and Desiree said never happened to her - Jordan was a hero because he did not say "Oh yes you sure don't want to remember, do you..."
I like this so much, these guys are so relatable.
I used to think that being an idiot was the province of a young man. Now I am 66 and still an idiot so it is a skill that, once learned will stay with you for a lifetime. 😉
Mike in Sheffield UK
Lol
It’s a daily effort @ 62yrs
68 and still getting reminders. Glad to hear I'm in good company.
That's why you need a mid ship cleat to which a line is already attached and ready to be tied to a mid dock cleat. Once tied, you keep the engine in Fwd gear to force the boat to get closer to the dock giving you time to cleat the stern and bow lines.
Exactly. Takes 'some' of the pressure of marina docking out of play.
As you gain confidence with the bigger boat, you'll appreciate the importance of a well-placed spring line. It will snug you right where you want to be; then you'll have time to tie off bow and stern lines.
Exactly, mid ship first, then bow and stern lines. Once you get the mid ship line attached, all the stress is done with.
Jordan, you’re not an idiot, just a boat owner and a pretty damn good one at that. You own an RV that is constantly corroding, moving, breaking and failing which is simply the nature of boats, even ones as nice as yours! Your humility is admirable and don’t forget that sailors invented the term “shit happens“. Cheers
Well said~
Totally! Jordan and Desiree are so charming and humble. Beautiful couple.
I am no expert at all, but just from a basic experience driving a car, I wonder if front/back/side videocameras (like in cars) and a small screen next to the wheel could help the captain get a better idea of the distance when maneuvering. Just a thought.
I LOVED this episode - everything in it was familiar to many of us. We all experienced the “if it it ain’t broken try to fix “ and “if you ain’t afraid - you ain’t living” - but you were laughing at the end and that’s better than crying. The best sailing utube by far.
Dude , I pulled a leaky trans out of my car(first time) , split it apart to replace a shift rod seal and panicked when I saw cracks in the casing. Called everyone on the phonebook looking for one, drove there and the guy gave me the same look when he told me the 'cracks' were casting marks. I feel your pain.😩😫
Great to see you back! Your friend Jim said it best, “........You both have great communication skills.” This is apparent both on the water and dealing with each other day to day. As always thanks, have fun be safe and see you next week.
Tip for backing out of your slip: to minimize the undesirable effect of prop walk, when you want to back out of your slip in a straight line (or even swinging your stern to stbd), put your shifter into reverse, give it a good shot of throttle, then quickly shift to neutral and steer to place the stern where you want it. The idea is to get some momentum going in reverse without allowing the prop walk to take over - if you need more momentum in reverse during the procedure you can just quickly shift into reverse, give it a shot, then back to neutral. That way, your rudder will be the chief instrument of steering, and your effort will not be confounded by what the prop is doing.
I agree. You probably already know this but your boat is so heavy you can use the momentum to your advantage. Absent wind and current you can rotate your boat in place clockwise ( to starboard). While stopped put the rudder hard to starboard. Gun it in forward and let the boat start to turn. It will turn before you go forward because of propwash over the rudder. Leave the wheel to starboard and before going forward too far, gun it in reverse. Prop walk will continue the turn to starboard even with the rudder unmoved. Before the boat starts to go backwards to far, gun it in forward again and keep the boat rotating. Rinse and repeat. Doesn’t work to port.
@@edburke2902 You are both right. I remember when I finally learned the technique you described. A life changer for me and my 20 ton Kelly-Peterson 46. I think the key is to not be shy with the rpm's when you give it that boost to get momentum. These two will have it mastered in no time.
I had a 31 Hunter that could walk to port around the world. Thar is what I would do. Power-coast. Power-coast
I'm impressed by the way Desire handled raising and lowering that transmission to him. Strong Work!! That boat is looking fine on the water!!
“Real courage is when you know you're licked before you begin, but you begin anyway and see it through no matter what”
Perfect berthing: no one got hurt, nothing got broken. How it looks is secondary, and that you never raised your voices is excellent. You are also no doubt part of a very small minority that actually practices manoeuvres.
...a very small minority that actually practices manoeuvres. agreed other than the strange spelling.
Lessons learned guys, just quick tip from one boater to the other (I also didn't see if you were doing this): keep a pole in the cockpit to help you grab or push off in tight areas. Great communication between the both of you. Just keep practicing, you guys will get the hang of the boats characteristics soon enough.
You need the “marriage saver” - the headsets that let you talk to one another while docking without the need to yell
Walkie talkies are a god send device no matter where or what you are doing; keep a walkie talkie on velcro when on the boat. They are well worth the few bucks they cost.
When you're working in tight quarter like that, and on a new boat small issues like that happen. Once you get acclimated and more intimate with your boat you'll be fine. The fact you owned it and put it on camera is huge. Double thumbs up and you two enjoy your spring and summer now, in the states.
The power of life and death are in the tongue. Don't call yourself names big guy, you are doing an awesome job !
You guys are great. I like how you present everything you encounter as is. No clever editing of real life issues to protect your egos. Makes your channel unique among all the sailing vlogs.
I just bought a tshirt that says "I'm sorry for what I said while docking the boat"... seems appropriate for this episode.
Where can I buy that t shirt
That is hilarious!
One of the best sailing channels. Great stuff.
I've been following your adventures for a couple of years now. I cannot wait to see you leaving for your first trip on the new boat (which looks amazing btw)! Good luck. X
Went to school and learnt something without having to pay school fees! Well done!
I have mailed you a complete shop repair manual for that transmission..You don’t start troubleshooting this one without that manual. The shift adjustment and lever position are very important to assure proper shifting. It is very important to have shop repair manuals on boards of all the critical boat components..
Lots of good learnings in this video, and Jordan, being able to admit your mistakes makes you a much better person, as they say "the man who never made a mistake never did anything". Much respect 👍🏼
mate you are far from an idiot, keep at it its a lovely boat cant wait for you guys to get sailing properly again!
Great video and excellent to see the docking practice. One thing I have learned over the years is never try to fight the elements and always try to use the characteristics of your boat to your advantage. When you first attempted to reverse out of your mooring you had the wind and prop walk working against you. What would have been better is to back out and go backwards out of the alley rather than to try and turn around and go forwards. That way the wind would help push your boat to starboard and prop walk also helps push your bow to starboard. Once the boat straightens up with the wind from behind you can easily back down the alley way. So much easier and less stressful. Good luck and give it a go and don’t be afraid to go in reverse. Keep up the fabulous videos.
I was going to say the exact same thing.
I don’t laugh out loud often, but when I do, it’s when someone applies Forrest Gump to real life. Anyone worth their salt has been there. Anyone worth knowing will admit it.
Yes indeed, and I laughed very loudly on that one.. hahha well done!
I idled one of our center console boats home at 2 knots for fifteen miles because I couldn't get the engine to go above idle. I couldn't figure out what was wrong out on the water. They next day, on the trailer, I immediately saw a clamp was loose on the throttle cable, that was just stopping the cable from pushing the throttle forward. It took me three minutes to fix it.
HA! I totally laughed out loud at, "I'm not a smart man".
Your candor and honesty is greatly appreciated. Docking and undocking can be stressful, even in the best of conditions. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Hey, something like latex gloves are pretty cool when working on the head... ;)
Regarding the instrument’s low voltage while the battery had plenty. Check the instrument wire size. Odds are good it’s undersized probably because more instruments were added but the wire not upgraded. Undersized wire will heat up, causing resistance and then low voltage readings.
Good tip; something to note; thanks.👍
Im really glad your transmission wasn't broke, furthermore that you were able to find the problem rather quickly (once inside) with the toilet. You and D, work very well together and just as the redocking hand said, You two communicate well. While Im sure your frustrations sometimes get edited from public consumption, I can't help but think even in your most heated of moments, you both are a compliment to each other. Thanks for this update and the time to put it together. Hopeful to see you guys in warmer climates soon. Be careful, be fun and always be watchful.
Rocky and Carrie
Glad it was a cheap fix!
I love the way you two communicate and support each other under stress, and your ability to joke about screw-ups. It shows that you are humble and a true team. I have total faith in you both to rock this new challenge!!!
I love you two's honestly, when there's a fubar you put it out there and own it. Life is real for everyone.
honesty or .... honestly hmm 😒 🤔 FFS why does spellcheck seem to always pick the wrong spelling you're actually looking for? Yes honestly is a word but figure it out Bill?
I've been following you guys for awhile. The way you work together is awesome. Moving from Atticus one to Atticus 2 has to be a tremendous journey. May God bless your journeys and keep you both safe. May Neptune always look after you and the wind be always at your back.
Sail on, days move forward never backwards. Peace.
Morning Sickness??????? Hmmmmm! As for the Transmission Sickness, you didn't waste a trip if checked out by a professional! Toilet work, thanks for taking one for the team! and practicing docking! Priceless! Great Communications you two! Nice to see the boat moving! Thank you for bringing us along!
Morning sickness, exactly what I was thinking.
Hugs, Brother... we've all been there. The best mechanics got to be the best by learning from their little mistakes. And, as a former bush pilot, commercial pilot, flight instructor... and as a former long-haul truck driver... well, there's a LOT of art to the science. I've been learning to wrestle waves, wind, and nerves too. Try all of this stuff in a float plane!!! Hehehe... Best advice is to always keep love in your heart and calm-respect in your voice.
Put a loop of line around the piling to hold the bow in place, then in forward, the stern will walk around to starboard. Push off the piling, let go of one end of the line as you move forward. Maneuvering with wind is a skill set only time will improve. Everyone is stressed in these situations, keeping ones cool is important. Good job.
How great it was that you found the plastic in the macerator. You are a good video editor. It’s always entertaining and enjoyable to watch. Thanks for sharing.
You guys are great even in your fails, showing that experience is learned through perseverance and the willingness to accept your mistakes and learn from them. We all make them, but Only those willing to accept them, truly understand the joys of life.
I know nothing about boats or sailing but I love you guys. I love how genuine and humble you are and how brave you are on keep trying and brave to make your mistakes and vulnerabilities public. Keep going guys! Thanks for sharing!
"If you aren't afraid, you aren't alive."
We need t-shirts with this on it, buds.
"If your not almost running into docks, you ain't livin."
Ain’t that the truth! 😂
You are definitely NOT an idiot! Great video. Every boat is a learning experience. Thanks for letting us learn a little from you and your boat.
Something that is easy to forget is that you can't steer a boat if you're not moving, and it is easier to steer the faster you go (or at least the more water passing by your rudder in a current). It is usually best to give quick bursts of throttle when doing the forward/reverse tight turning leaving your slip.
I'm always relieved when major issues I'm facing are easily resolved when I get help from someone who knows what they're doing, a lot cheaper than a transmission overhaul! You guys are doing great and are picking up invaluable knowledge as you go along. Thanks for sharing.
I was just looking over the last several years of your videos on the original Atticus, and have to say, I think you've made an amazing upgrade. With all you conquered back then, you are well prepared for adventure with Atticus II. May you have fair winds and following seas.
No yelling....good job! Don't be too hard on yourself. Atticus II is a whole new beast with its own issues. Bigger, wider, more powerful and a whole lot more boat! You both will get it! Prectice makes perfect never applied more!👏👍👌⛵🌏😊
Ive been boating all my life and I can tell you that getting used to a new craft is a slow process. You're doing great guys - good communication and slow and steady as she goes. You've got this!
I LOVE you guys and I share all your emotions, vicariously. I may have mentioned that I'm 72 and wanted to do what you're doing when I was your age, actually younger, but it was a whole different ballgame back then. I enjoy the fact that you have the energy that I now lack. I sometimes think, "Oh, MAN. This is a disaster," but then I say, "Yeah, but their energy and perseverance will get them through it."
Lonnie, thanks for taking the words right out of my mouth! 😂. I still yearn to be on a boat like the “Buds” as I believe we all do.
You guys are awesome for sharing your failures and hardships. I have learned so much from this 20 minutes videos, compared to hours and hours of other sailing videos. Congrats! And thank you!
My wife and I recently purchased a 28 foot powerboat and can relate to your experience. Watching the both of you work together overcoming each and every obstacle gives us something to work towards in our attempt to hopefully one day become the competent sailors you both are.
Best video ever!
Great episode - I appreciate your honesty and willingness to share "imperfect" performance as well as those you may be more proud of. A good lesson that not just a longer LOA than Atticus but greater mass translates to different handling characteristics when underway. Keep at it, we appreciate being along on the adventure!
Working on a boat ALL the time would make me sell that boat ASAP. That's why I have friends with boats. Good luck guys !
You are both awesome! Communication is key! I love how you give so much information and details on what you are working on. Thanks for sharing your adventure.
I think this episode I appreciate a lot. My late father was a fisherman, sold his boat when I was about 7yo. Not be able to learn much about boating that time. Now I know, these boatman has serious skills maneuvering the boat at the dock. Current, wind, boat length, all take into account. Thanks guys for some great lessons today. Now I miss my dad. =) Have a great day ahead guys!
I heard you confess to a lot of oops moments, but truly there were so many successes! You re-installed a transmission!!! Wow! Plus, you didn't have to pay the guy to rebuild it! (Just don't try to add that amount back into your checking account. Believe me, it doesn't end well.) You fixed the shifter-thing-a-ma-jig and the boat is mobile! Also, you fixed the toilet! You are amazing. And then, there was the docking practice... no damage, successful docking and you know your boat better! (I also was happy that you had the opportunity to do it when there was minimal boat traffic!) We learned a lot from you and you are closer to heading out! Thanks for sharing with us!
Also... Desiree lifting a transmission and rescuing Jordan!!! Way to go!
This is a great lesson to learn. If you're working on something and something goes wrong it's usually your fault. I've been a professional mechanic for 25 years now and have learned to always look at myself first when there's a new problem with something I'm working on.
Hang in there Buddy! Slow and steady. Practice makes it get easier every time. Slow and in control movement is better that hot and fast. You guys are doing great. Keep up the positive attitude.
Great to see how you do progress with this new vessel. I watched this episode WIDE-eyed!! Whew! Both of you show every part as a lesson, with so much positive energy!
Love this channel because it shows the real aspects of cruising. Even with Atticus, it was a mix of adventure and boat maintenance. Glad you didn't need a new transmission!
Fantastic to see real seaman/woman still learning. You are both legends. Love love your videos (AUS follower)
This video is great! As a boat owner, I've been through so many similar issues. I LOVE the docking breakdown. I do a debrief with my lovely crew after each docking and it has really helped us figure out how to continually improve our communication and docking procedure. Your attitude and approach to these issues is excellent. Stuff happens, but it is all about learning from the experiences becoming more confident, and most importantly enjoying the process!
Great episode! My biggest fear is close quarter maneuvering, especially in a new boat. It's amazing to me that experienced cruisers like you are not only similar in that emotion, but honest enough to share. Wow.
And I'm glad that the cost of the transmission repair was a favor owed and a helping of humble pie. Excellent lessons and shows you a community supports ya all the way. Go Team Atticus
There's a reason the Pardey's recommend practicing maneuvering every chance you get!
Good to see your happiness guys, you both now broadcasting on complete different waves. On Atticus 1 at some stage, I was not able to watch now frustrated you were, as normal progress, you just needed bigger boat! I'm happy to watch your future on a water!
After relocating our new and big boat (To Us) last week from Scotland to Wales moving it in new marinas gave us the hairiest moments and can definitely appreciate you sharing those sequences to make us all feel human.
Well done on all fronts. The transmission - easy error and you're just adding to your already vast knowledge library. I absolutely applaud you for practicing docking. Very few people ever do this and you clearly know how much that will help you in the future and make you understand how your boat reacts. Don't be hard on yourself, I thought you did a great job especially with a new (to you) boat. Loved your comments about blaming it on the crew.
Well Done!
Thanks for sharing your struggles! Makes us feel like we aren’t alone in our maneuvering and repair skills!
You guys are the best. You learn and share even if it means your putting yourself out there! Good stuff. Keep it coming.
Absolutely brilliant that you're sharing the detail of this process. Huge thanks to you.
Thank you for showing the mistakes and being so honest, that is good lesson for everyone . Keep up the great work , loving your vids👍
It takes a very emotionally mature individual to admit a mistake like that. Kudos to you for putting it all out there and using your situation as a teaching moment.
Guys, now l see you joyful and happy. I am convinced that you will enjoy your boat from now on. Atticus ll, God speed!
I’ve experienced all of those moves during docking!! I laughed a lot...not at you...but with you. You kept your heads. Great day and yes...you learned a lot!
Loved the play by play/ how to type of docking video... this is really tricky so pretty awesome to get to catch some pro tips. Would love to see more of this type of stuff. thanks and love watching your videos!
LOL!!! Live and learn buddy!!! Thats one oversight I bet you never make again - so it wasnt a total loss! You guys are awesome and congratulations on the new boat - shes a beauty!
so happy to hear I'm not the only one for whom those first maneuvers on a big new boat generate such trepidation. I've not had to deal with tides or tide vs wind. You guys did a great job. You can postpone the pain of gouging out some gelcoat and glass on a dock somewhere but eventually it'll happen. No big deal. A scar or two lends character to faces and boats.
Good job, taking ownership of mistakes -- and then letting go of them. Learn and move on. Good job, Desiree, keeping your temper and focusing on what needs to be done. Great communication.
Great video, you nailed the fear of piloting a new boat in this video! Im sure Atticus I felt the same the first time you went out. And now you are thinking how easy that was. Don't worry, with each docking it will get easier and easier with Atticus II. You will be pros in no time!
You guys are great, thanks for the honest feed back you ah e saved someone ALOT of problems
I love this episode because of how real y’all are! I can’t imagine the changes with the extra length! You’ll get it!!! Love ur channel!!!
GREAT VIDEO GUYS! Thanks for sharing what you've learned! I'm pretty new to boating and still learning to watch for wind and currents while docking.
You guys did good. Important lesson is to remember the huge mass of a big boat. It's moves are slow and so you need to plan everything a little bit beforehand. But also you are not in rush, just let the propeller to do its work, slowly but steadily.
This is why I LOVE you both! With levels of honesty and humility! ....plus I learned somthing now that we have an inboard.....prop walk! I guess I knew what it was, but didn't know what to call it! Thanks for a beauty of a video PA2!
Love the way you guys approach the challenges of boat life! One thing I do, especially in a new boat and tight slip is to approach the slip upwind, or up current, whichever is the greater factor, even if it means doing a full starboard 180 in the slipway to set it up.
Great job guys! My thought when backing out of your slip, What I do is follow the prop walk and back all the way out the alley. When coming back, when you have wind blowing you off your dock, back down the alley, past your slip, then you can approach it in forward, nose into the wind. That pylon in the middle makes it tough!
OMG that was even nerve racking from my armchair haha 😂 I really enjoyed this episode. I felt Desiree's relief too when she was lying on the dock at the end. A good training session with the new boat. Great Channel, Cheers from New Zealand
I love your videos. With this last episode I can relate with you. I sat down with my wife, after I watched it alone. We recently got a sailboat and haven't used it because of the same you showed in this chapter. We are afraid of crashing the boat. We sat and watched and paused the video several times to talk about what you did and what we need to do. Thanks for your videos, they are a great motivator for us to do the same.
We have all been there, but you made me laugh with the "I'm not a smart man" clip.
Great video both! We have a long keel boat and I totally get the feeling. Few tips I got that might help: landlines. Works great as a tool. e.g. for undocking in the situation you had you could use a spring line from the bow to the dock or even the mooring post. Wait a bit when the boat is out of the slip and use it to have the transom blown by the wind into the right direction. Another tip; give 45 degrees rudder and then give some small but powerful burst of gas. You then do make the turn but not the speed. Anyway, as you mentioned: trying is the best way to learn. Have fun playing around!
Rule #1: If your crew needs to run or save, it's always your fault when you're in the helm!
Brings back so many memories on docking. Patience, slow speed, and knowing when to goose it during departures comes with a zillion docking. Above all, go slowly and be willing to bail out and go around and re dock. There is no shame and it saves on fiberglass repair and more importantly emotional stability of your crew.
Capt. Mark
Boston, MA
FEAR IS THE MIND KILLER!
KEEP UP THE GOOD FIGHT!
I HAVE SEEN THAT YOU ARE ALWAYS LOOKING TO IMPROVE...
I HAVE ALSO SEEN THAT YOU HAVE IMPROVED GREATLY.
BE PROUD!
Glad to see current projects are almost completed. I am really enjoying your videos. I would have crashed trying to dock, haha. You both did great on your first attempt to move ole Atticus II.
Enjoyed this video much! Thank you.
PS. Great example of the kind of leadership that keeps the crew loyal... ; )
You learned something only an experienced mechanic would know..and now you know, too.
"If you're not running into docks, you're not living." Good one.
Very true !! "if you aren't afraid you aren't alive" !! with boat docking anyway... I am glad am not the only one feeling so stressed when we are either leaving or entering a marina. Our boat also has prop walk made worse by the offset propeller. It is good to get over our fears. well done xx
Good job with the practice. You did well. We had the same problem backing out of our old slip-prevailing winds and prop walk exactly wrong. You might Try turning 270 degrees to the right rather than 90+ to the left. Use your prop walk to help the turn rather than fight against it. On our boat it was easier and we had better control that way, plus we could accomplish the turn with less room to maneuver.
never mind. you learned so much today.
this is the way to be better than yesterday.
Don't feel bad, Jordan. You had the best possible outcome from that long drive--everything was fine and you got back a working transmission the same day!
Regarding docking, I had a 30' sailboat years ago and was very comfortable docking it. A couple years ago, I got a 40-footer and was nervous every time I pulled in or out. I had no idea where the bow was and couldn't judge the distance from the port side to the finger on my slip. Now the 40 feels like the 30 did before. You'll be amazed how all those extra feet just disappear as you practice and gain proficiency.
You Buds are just TOO entertaining! I'm watching this again!
You can really tell when going forward that the prop is deflecting a LOT of water off that rudder plane! It does turn quickly in forward! You are going to miss your tiller in not knowing immediately what your rudder angle is. Do you have a boat hook to fend you off the poles without leaning out over the gunwale to reach them? Yep, probably not a good idea to fend the boat off pushing on the stanchions. We could tell you had an immediate change of heart down to the gunwale. That is such a beautiful boat and delightful crew! Can't wait for the first episode of you fixing a gourmet meal at the outset and sitting there eating it for 20 minutes! Try making your own ice cream for desert!
When backing use forward gear to position the stern to desired direction.. just gotta learn how she swings! Never approach the dock faster than you wanna hit it. Beautiful boat! Have fun guys!