I doo NOT believe it... I have just watched the first 2 minutes of this weeks video and have to message you. We bought our 'dream boat' out of Galmpton Creek in 2009, we are in our 70's and this is our retirement European / Coastal cruising Motor Yacht. We restored a fire damaged (gutted) GRP boat in the 1970's and have owned, and improved' boats all our married lives. We never had the resources, wherewithal or guts to be other than 'vacation' sailors, unlike your family who obviously have the latter two attributes in spades. Now we are retired we have great ambitions but limited abilities. We 'live' on our boat for about half of each year and are currently moored in Ireland. We have followed you for the past year and can not express adequately the admiration and support we feel towards all of you - not least because we feel we are / have been on such similar tracks in so many respects. I also have to say that your previous video which mentioned Andy's depression sparked the following thought - whilst depression is obviously an organic issue it very frequently centres around self confidence, Andy; never ever, even on your darkest days, doubt your value as a human being - everything about your behaviour on this channel illustrates your worth. Good luck.
@@SailingMelody Thank you, would really love to meet you all, unfortunately we are now based in Scotland! p.s. I omitted Melisa and Jack from my original appreciation - a very happy Christmas to you all.
Jack was so excited I think need electric bilge pumps and a must solar power very interesting boat not sure where a tender would go. I hope this will be big enough for the family.
It´s awesome that we can now watch 2 boats being restored! Your channel became even double the fun! I really hope you will choose the new boat as it has SO much more class and style!
Same here. It was with a heavy heart that we started to realise we needed something bigger but this Bowman is truly one of the best Bluewater boats ever produced and we're very lucky to have found her
Nice boat she looks a cracker nice size ok you gots some work bath nothing you guys can’t handle Jack you have a fantastic Christmas and new year look after ya dad and mum
Having seen what she went for I think you've got your money's worth and some. I know it'll be a tough decision which one to keep but I think this makes a better fit all round.
Time will tell but we are definitely thinking the same currently. We won’t give up on the Steel boat though, we will get her in the Water and working. The only way we’d let her go sooner is if someone approached us who was as determined as us to get her finished
Such a gorgeous boat. You beat us to her 😂. We are looking for another one know. We are in Warsash on the south coast. If you would like some free help just let me know. Best wishes Debbie &Jim.😘😂
Hi yea, yes. But to watch her being loved by you guys is the next best thing. We have been after one for a wile know. We are going to look at one in Cowes this week. £90,000. But worth it hopefully. The plan is to retire and sail the world 🌎. We are so excited for you. Love always Debbie & Jim.😘🙏
Boat looks great even from across the pond in Newfoundland. Regarding your keel step mast. My boat has a keel step mast and here in Newdoundland at our marina in Holyrood, We pull our masts out every year for winter storage. To seal the opening in the deck, I use a piece of 3/4" plywood , painted that is 1 " wider all around than the mast ring at the deck. The underside of the plywood has a strip of neoprene weatherstripping that is glued to the plywood so that when it sits on the mast ring, its edges is in the middle of the weather stripping. There is a fine threaded rod approximately 1/4" in diameter that is secured to the plywood at its center. The rod is long enough to pass into the boats interior and pass the mast clamp ring on the interior headliner by an inch. A piece of 1" thick hardwood approximately 1.5" wide x the width of the clamp ring + 2" is used to slide up over the threaded rod . Using a threaded handle/ knob that can thread onto the rod, you tighten the hardwood against the clamp ring. Tighten the hardwood until there is no light visible between the weatherstripping and the edge of the mast ring. Your mast ring is now water tight. This works all the time and is reusable every year. By the way the weather in Newfoundland is much worse and variable than what you have in England. So being used to wet and cold is normal for us. Good luck and Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Teak decks are beautiful. They can be a lot of work to maintain though and if they’re not installed right they can cause big problems for the core of the deck below the teak. Thankfully this teak deck is fully bonded and not screwed so it’s been done right
Yes definitely. Lots of people in the comments and some people clearly know what the Bowman is, nothing more or less than one of the best long distance blue water boats ever made. And we got it for a great price so it was a no brainer
Big congrats about the baby. Jack's been the star, but he's a good kid. I know he'll share the limelight. Also, con the new boat. I am partial to Melody, but then, it's your home. So, it must be right for you. it's crazy how the boats are coming now that you finally found Melody. Happy New Year. Hard to believe it's been two years already. I am very proud of the work you have accomplished on Melody, so if you sell her, someone is very lucky to get such a sturdy and spacious blue water boat. She certainly stands out in a crowd--of boats.
G'day Crew,, Love the new boat ,most importantly dose the kettle work.?? Will miss seeing the completion of Melody . Hope Jack likes the aft accommodation, even has a shower. Congratulations on the new boat . Respect ...!
Don’t worry you won’t miss anything we’re carrying on with the steel boat just the same. We will finish both boats and then keep whichever one suits us best but we won’t give up on Melody don’t worry
Love your Bowman. For a family of 4 the layout is fantastic with the separate kids aft cabin, very secure (yes very small as well cockpit). Almost identical layout to our Rival 38 Centre Cockpit. But in our case, for 2 adults, having a great double bed in the aft cabin works better. Look forward to meeting on the water somewhere someday! PS what a beautiful spot too!
It's beautiful, we will definitely see you out there 😁😁 When Jack one day leaves home we may say if we can convert the aft cabin into one bed as we love it back there 😁
Congratulations on the Bowman 46. She is beautiful. We built a 53 foot yawl that was based on the 46 and looked just like a bigger version. Same centre cockpit and coach roof. Don Pye and David Cooper (of Holman and Pye) designed her. We built her ourselves in foam sandwich fibreglass in the mid 1970's.There were 3-6 of these bigger, much heavier at approx. 25 ton (cruising displacement) 46's built around the world. 2-3 in foam, one of aluminium in France. I believe one in steel in Australia. The first one was built for a business man in Colchester, she was called Nylanni. They sailed wonderfully and never slammed in a heavy sea and were fast! The Beam was 15ft 7 inches. Bowman's built his interior and liked the boat so much that they commissioned Holman & Pye to design the Bowman 57. However, the route out of Halmatics? yard, or into Bowman's (who laminated the hull) was narrow and so even though the 57 was bigger she had to have a beam under 15ft, hence the 57 having a beam of 14ft 8inches. Just thought this might interest you as to the design history. Best regards Simon
Wow! That’s fascinating. Where did you get this info from. Would love to talk to you more about it and maybe do an episode about it. Please email me at turner.andy@hotmail.com
Well done…everything is good and positive with potential…you’ve got yourself a lovely…brilliant boat…happy holidays…be safe and sound..Ps I lived on my 29’ sloop in Southern California for 7 yrs….the v birth with the filler was my bed…I want you to know Jack, it is my most favorite space…best bedroom I’ve ever had……so I’m really envious and jealous, you have so much to look forward to😎
I have been watching you guys from the beginning from down town bay of islands in New Zealand, love your videos and always a pleasure to watch hard and dedicated partners rebuilding a yacht to undertake one’s dreams ( I have completed 2 full refurbishments myself over the last 3 years ) this I fully appreciate the work involved. However I think you have found your new home ( just hard letting go of the past sometimes) . I wish you all the best😅
That´s crazy! I thought you would be just fine making slow but steady headway with that bullet proof beachable steel hull! I hope the new one is ready to go! Because some of your fans want to see you sailing already! Besides, how much scraping and painting can a man...or a family take?
Hahaha I know exactly what you mean. Both boats have they’re pros and cons. The steel hull as you say is bullet proof and beachable but this Bowman will be a much much better sailing boat and will go to windward way better. She will be a lot faster and also has much more living space for our family. One thing we promise though, we will get our steel boat in the water and with a fully operation motor and sails etc so you WILL see the steel boat sailing, we couldn’t just give up working on her after all the work we’ve done
@@SailingMelody Thank you for your kind and thoughtful reply. I know you are busy. Don´t mind me! I´m sure you have made the right decision. But wow, so much work on that boat! Oh well, maybe you can recover all of your investment and make a couple of bucks? Not easy to do! You might have to think of sunk labor cost as the second or third love of your life!
Wow! It’s really nice and it looks like you guy’s will be splashing in no time! I know Jack must be really excited, although he’s so mature that it’s hard to tell. The galley looks like it’s perfect for wedging yourself in to cook while heeled over. Congratulations on the new Baby!
Lovely boat , Prehaps you will repurpose the twin pilot berths which seem so unnecessary these days but nothing that stops you using boat. ( and great hold all storage in mean time !). Cheers Warren
We won’t change anything As you say the pilot berths can be used for storing stuff but we will keep them usable as berths so that when my older children come to stay or we have crew on board for ocean passages we have places for people to sleep.
awesome boat it's going to look amazing and sail great too can't wait to see it finished with some new varnish and the teak all oiled up once dried to she will look stupendous
The boat looks wonderful , I have the feeling that all the work that went into Melody gave you a different perspective for this boat. Good luck with your adventures
I have followed melody since the beginning, she’s a lovely boat BUT this new one is HUGE. I think it will fit a family much better provided the mechanicals are all solid. Either way, Merry Christmas and good luck from the USA.
I am constantly amazed by Captain Jack's presenting skills! He is a natural, "Tim is over there checking the rigging, and a mighty fin job he is doing of it" laughed so hard!!! I get the feeling the decision on which boat to keep has been made? I was having panics every time Melissa was anywhere near the ladder or edge of the boat, Please be careful, are there rails to be fitted? If Melody was to be sold what a great set of adverts for what improvements have been done you have got! Waiting eagerly to see next weeks episode
He is great isn't he 😁😁 Don't worry I'm being extra careful and avoiding unnecessary trips up the ladder, we hope in time to fit a solid rail all the way round the boat. We will be in the water very soon so no more ladder trips 😀
Welcome to Devon! Congratulations on the little one in the oven! New boat looks fantastic, with not too much to be done. The Dart is a beautiful place, have had my boat there for over 2 years now, it's that yellow 24 footer over the creek, difficult to miss. Highly recommend the walk down to Greenway and long wood to Kingswear, lovely in the spring. Hope all goes well with the rig and engine. Maybe see you if your still about :)
@@SailingMelody Hope it all goes well, best of luck with the sea trials. With Andy's practicalities and engineering tendencies I'm sure any obstacles will be overcome. And with Melissa having done your day skipper around Dartmouth, the sea trails will go smooth in familiar waters. Valhalla is on the pontoon at Dolphin Haven, aft of the Wharram Cat, foreward of the Bruce Spray. Can see her as you drive into Dartside. She's being lifted early January for maintenance, replacement seacocks and bottom paint. Ps. Hope you have a great Christmas!
Thank you, I know I'm biassed. and they're VERY different boats, but I do believe the Bowman 46 is literally the prettiest boat I've ever seen. Maybe aside from the current range of yachts from #Spirityachts
Ha great stuff. The joy on your faces says it all. It's just like when you enter a possible new home and it just feels right, the Bowman is for you. What you've achieved with Melody is quite remarkable but there should be no hesitation or guilt in moving on. You have saved an old boat from disappearing and the next owner will carry on your work. you're PS Congrates on the baby.
It's looking awesome after a spot of spit n polish 👌 I feel and see you guys have already made your minds up and why wouldn't you it's beautiful, still a difficult decision though and happy to know you will finish both. Onwards and upwards
To me, it looks to be a very easy desission to make for you, what boat you should choose. I'm not a boat man, but to me the Bowman looks to have the exact what you need of space and facilities. Strange no one have mentioned the stowaway at 15:13...hehe Keep the great videos coming.
I love the new boat! Congratulations on the baby! Keep up the great work, I love seeing you all but absolutely love Melissa!!! Keep going you're getting there!
she looks like a dream for a growing family, so glad you found her or she found you, all the best for the Christmas and New Years seasons, look forward to following the dual adventure ! Polar Bear Hugs from Frozen Canada.
Love the new boat the only thing difference is the lower saloon in melody and you built Jack's cabin on melody but with fore cabin on the new boat you have the cabin for two children and a small workshop by the engine good luck
What a beautiful boat. Of course some things need to be fixed here and there but nothing to be compared to Melody! The only disadvantage is this boat does not have anything like Melody's pilot house and so like most sailboats, the living space is pretty dark. But the perfect boat does not exist and it seems you made the right choice buying this one. Jack and his brother/sister will have all the space they need. Much work ahead preparing both boats now, except if you find someone interested in Melody right now. Have a wonderful Christmas.
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I doo NOT believe it... I have just watched the first 2 minutes of this weeks video and have to message you. We bought our 'dream boat' out of Galmpton Creek in 2009, we are in our 70's and this is our retirement European / Coastal cruising Motor Yacht. We restored a fire damaged (gutted) GRP boat in the 1970's and have owned, and improved' boats all our married lives. We never had the resources, wherewithal or guts to be other than 'vacation' sailors, unlike your family who obviously have the latter two attributes in spades. Now we are retired we have great ambitions but limited abilities. We 'live' on our boat for about half of each year and are currently moored in Ireland. We have followed you for the past year and can not express adequately the admiration and support we feel towards all of you - not least because we feel we are / have been on such similar tracks in so many respects. I also have to say that your previous video which mentioned Andy's depression sparked the following thought - whilst depression is obviously an organic issue it very frequently centres around self confidence, Andy; never ever, even on your darkest days, doubt your value as a human being - everything about your behaviour on this channel illustrates your worth. Good luck.
What a lovely lovely supportive message. Thank you so much. Would be nice to meet up when we’re next down there
@@SailingMelody Thank you, would really love to meet you all, unfortunately we are now based in Scotland! p.s. I omitted Melisa and Jack from my original appreciation - a very happy Christmas to you all.
Now thats a proper comment!
Thank you for your kindness to these fine people.S/Y Skidbladner
She's an absolute beaut. great deal and not surprised you snapped her up!
Hey dude!!!! WhatsApp me, kinda feel bad we didn't tell you about her :').
Thanks!
😁
Step the rig ,sort the mechanics and splash. She's a beauty.
Yeah. She’s pretty much ready to go
What the heck.....your working on a fleet now?
Cheerz!!
Hahaha something like that.
Watch last weeks video (actually the one before last weeks) and you’ll see our explanation
Jack was so excited I think need electric bilge pumps and a must solar power very interesting boat not sure where a tender would go. I hope this will be big enough for the family.
It´s awesome that we can now watch 2 boats being restored! Your channel became even double the fun! I really hope you will choose the new boat as it has SO much more class and style!
What a great find, very jealous indeed. Might be worth leaving a few dehumidifiers in there while you are away.
Yeah we’ve left dehumidifiers and heating on and a friend is checking the boat regularly
Yall are an amazing family! Keep up the excellent work. Can't wait to see the 4 of you living the dream on the water!
Wow, she scrubbed up real nice. Good job.
😁 she sure did!
Wow, she's great! I wasn't sure at first but two thumbs up guys. Winners all.
Same here. It was with a heavy heart that we started to realise we needed something bigger but this Bowman is truly one of the best Bluewater boats ever produced and we're very lucky to have found her
Nice boat she looks a cracker nice size ok you gots some work bath nothing you guys can’t handle
Jack you have a fantastic Christmas and new year look after ya dad and mum
Thanks Nigel :) she’s a beauty eh
Merry Christmas :)
Having seen what she went for I think you've got your money's worth and some. I know it'll be a tough decision which one to keep but I think this makes a better fit all round.
Time will tell but we are definitely thinking the same currently.
We won’t give up on the Steel boat though, we will get her in the Water and working. The only way we’d let her go sooner is if someone approached us who was as determined as us to get her finished
@@SailingMelody I'm surprised Mark hasn't been in touch with you guys... Melody has got so much potential!
Such a gorgeous boat. You beat us to her 😂. We are looking for another one know. We are in Warsash on the south coast. If you would like some free help just let me know. Best wishes Debbie &Jim.😘😂
Awhhh were you also bidding on her?
Hi yea, yes. But to watch her being loved by you guys is the next best thing. We have been after one for a wile know. We are going to look at one in Cowes this week. £90,000. But worth it hopefully. The plan is to retire and sail the world 🌎. We are so excited for you. Love always Debbie & Jim.😘🙏
Boat looks great even from across the pond in Newfoundland. Regarding your keel step mast. My boat has a keel step mast and here in Newdoundland at our marina in Holyrood, We pull our masts out every year for winter storage. To seal the opening in the deck, I use a piece of 3/4" plywood , painted that is 1 " wider all around than the mast ring at the deck. The underside of the plywood has a strip of neoprene weatherstripping that is glued to the plywood so that when it sits on the mast ring, its edges is in the middle of the weather stripping. There is a fine threaded rod approximately 1/4" in diameter that is secured to the plywood at its center. The rod is long enough to pass into the boats interior and pass the mast clamp ring on the interior headliner by an inch. A piece of 1" thick hardwood approximately 1.5" wide x the width of the clamp ring + 2" is used to slide up over the threaded rod . Using a threaded handle/ knob that can thread onto the rod, you tighten the hardwood against the clamp ring. Tighten the hardwood until there is no light visible between the weatherstripping and the edge of the mast ring. Your mast ring is now water tight. This works all the time and is reusable every year. By the way the weather in Newfoundland is much worse and variable than what you have in England. So being used to wet and cold is normal for us. Good luck and Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Great advice!! Thank you and merry Christmas 🎅
well done for choosing this boat. what a space
Yeah great boat to live on don’t you think
Winner winner chicken dinner!!! So excited for you guys! After Melody this must seem like a walk in the park?! :)
Yeah it’s very nearly ready to launch already
WOW! what a beautiful ketch she is! Lots of projects and refit to go on with, but she will be so much more comfortable for your growing family.
Thanks Edward. She’s just stunning isn’t she. She’s actually a Yawl not a ketch, not that that makes much difference, she’s beautiful
You got a Bowman for buttons... she will take you places... you deserve each other.
Thank you ❤
Don't mind you making the episodes longer.
A very fair hull, beautiful deck, great layout, and looks to be a comfortable sea cockpit. I think you have a very handsome boat there!
Thank you. We’re super happy with her
Nice job cleaning. Love them sort of boats with wooden decks
Teak decks are beautiful. They can be a lot of work to maintain though and if they’re not installed right they can cause big problems for the core of the deck below the teak. Thankfully this teak deck is fully bonded and not screwed so it’s been done right
The Bowman is the dogs whatsits, she is the way forward. Beautiful boat.
Happy Christmas and a fantastic New year. Xxx
Yes definitely. Lots of people in the comments and some people clearly know what the Bowman is, nothing more or less than one of the best long distance blue water boats ever made. And we got it for a great price so it was a no brainer
Sweet new boat. I do believe I'm jealous.
The other Mike (Michael Joseph Peter) Barrett. Bon Voyage Bucko's
Thank you :)
One of those on the Medway, always loved the look of that boat. Want one....
Beautiful aren't they!!
She looks in pretty good shape, overall. I think you've a landed a pretty good deal there guys. Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas! 🎅
Thanks, you too!
Big congrats about the baby. Jack's been the star, but he's a good kid. I know he'll share the limelight. Also, con the new boat. I am partial to Melody, but then, it's your home. So, it must be right for you. it's crazy how the boats are coming now that you finally found Melody. Happy New Year. Hard to believe it's been two years already. I am very proud of the work you have accomplished on Melody, so if you sell her, someone is very lucky to get such a sturdy and spacious blue water boat. She certainly stands out in a crowd--of boats.
G'day Crew,,
Love the new boat ,most importantly dose the kettle work.??
Will miss seeing the completion of Melody .
Hope Jack likes the aft accommodation, even has a shower.
Congratulations on the new boat .
Respect ...!
Don’t worry you won’t miss anything we’re carrying on with the steel boat just the same. We will finish both boats and then keep whichever one suits us best but we won’t give up on Melody don’t worry
Beautiful new boat. Build some actual stairs with railings to get up and down. Much safer for all.
Thank you Jeff, We won’t need them. She’s so close to launching there’s no point. If she was staying on the hard for sometime we certainly would!!
Love your Bowman. For a family of 4 the layout is fantastic with the separate kids aft cabin, very secure (yes very small as well cockpit).
Almost identical layout to our Rival 38 Centre Cockpit. But in our case, for 2 adults, having a great double bed in the aft cabin works better. Look forward to meeting on the water somewhere someday!
PS what a beautiful spot too!
It's beautiful, we will definitely see you out there 😁😁
When Jack one day leaves home we may say if we can convert the aft cabin into one bed as we love it back there 😁
WOW BIG upgrade congratulations !!
She's a premiership league boat eh
Fantastic
I really like this boat and it cleaned up beautifully
Thanks. We are so pleased with how she is looking!
Congrats on your new boat. "Life is Good" when you can choose between two
boats. Good Luck!
You are not wrong ❤
Thanks for posting and sharing. Looks like a real find.
Yeah we were so lucky
So happy you found this boat! Looks great after such a short time. This will be a great boat for your family.
That really is a “BEAST!” Congrats. Hope it goes well.
She's a beauty isn't she, Beauty and the Beast all rolled into one
Congratulations on the Bowman 46. She is beautiful.
We built a 53 foot yawl that was based on the 46 and looked just like a bigger version. Same centre cockpit and coach roof. Don Pye and David Cooper (of Holman and Pye) designed her. We built her ourselves in foam sandwich fibreglass in the mid 1970's.There were 3-6 of these bigger, much heavier at approx. 25 ton (cruising displacement) 46's built around the world. 2-3 in foam, one of aluminium in France. I believe one in steel in Australia. The first one was built for a business man in Colchester, she was called Nylanni. They sailed wonderfully and never slammed in a heavy sea and were fast! The Beam was 15ft 7 inches. Bowman's built his interior and liked the boat so much that they commissioned Holman & Pye to design the Bowman 57. However, the route out of Halmatics? yard, or into Bowman's (who laminated the hull) was narrow and so even though the 57 was bigger she had to have a beam under 15ft, hence the 57 having a beam of 14ft 8inches.
Just thought this might interest you as to the design history.
Best regards
Simon
Wow! That’s fascinating. Where did you get this info from. Would love to talk to you more about it and maybe do an episode about it. Please email me at turner.andy@hotmail.com
Fabulous, in only 3 days. She's ready to launch.
Looks rather exceptional
She really is
Well done…everything is good and positive with potential…you’ve got yourself a lovely…brilliant boat…happy holidays…be safe and sound..Ps I lived on my 29’ sloop in Southern California for 7 yrs….the v birth with the filler was my bed…I want you to know Jack, it is my most favorite space…best bedroom I’ve ever had……so I’m really envious and jealous, you have so much to look forward to😎
Thank you 😁 we will tell Jack. Merry Christmas 🎅
Excellent! Dont know why, but the colour of the bile-green porcelain basin (in the foward ensuite head), does my head in.
Yes it is pretty gross. I will certainly change in the future!
Happy Winter Solstice and merry holidays !
And to you also :)
Awesome! Merry Christmas 🎄
Thanks Bryan
Beautiful stuff Andy..... Beautiful boat
Cheers :)
I have been watching you guys from the beginning from down town bay of islands in New Zealand, love your videos and always a pleasure to watch hard and dedicated partners rebuilding a yacht to undertake one’s dreams ( I have completed 2 full refurbishments myself over the last 3 years ) this I fully appreciate the work involved. However I think you have found your new home ( just hard letting go of the past sometimes) . I wish you all the best😅
I think you might be right 😁
@@SailingMelody The name Melody II comes to mind. Although you've invested so much, and others too into Melody perhaps it's time to pass that baton?
Good luck guy's all the best..
Thank you ❤
You will splash in no time at all with your new boat.Best wishes from Cape Cod US
Yes 😁😁😁
That´s crazy! I thought you would be just fine making slow but steady headway with that bullet proof beachable steel hull! I hope the new one is ready to go! Because some of your fans want to see you sailing already! Besides, how much scraping and painting can a man...or a family take?
Hahaha
I know exactly what you mean.
Both boats have they’re pros and cons.
The steel hull as you say is bullet proof and beachable but this Bowman will be a much much better sailing boat and will go to windward way better. She will be a lot faster and also has much more living space for our family.
One thing we promise though, we will get our steel boat in the water and with a fully operation motor and sails etc so you WILL see the steel boat sailing, we couldn’t just give up working on her after all the work we’ve done
@@SailingMelody Thank you for your kind and thoughtful reply. I know you are busy. Don´t mind me! I´m sure you have made the right decision. But wow, so much work on that boat! Oh well, maybe you can recover all of your investment and make a couple of bucks? Not easy to do! You might have to think of sunk labor cost as the second or third love of your life!
It’s meant to be! You are all beaming 🤗 I’m so happy for you. Wishing you all a happy and safe Christmas 🥰
😁 Merry Christmas
Have fun,, Wishing You All Best, , and Merry Christmas, Happy New Boat Year.
Thank you. Same to you. Merry Christmas 🤶
Wow! It’s really nice and it looks like you guy’s will be splashing in no time! I know Jack must be really excited, although he’s so mature that it’s hard to tell. The galley looks like it’s perfect for wedging yourself in to cook while heeled over. Congratulations on the new Baby!
Lovely boat , Prehaps you will repurpose the twin pilot berths which seem so unnecessary these days but nothing that stops you using boat. ( and great hold all storage in mean time !).
Cheers Warren
We won’t change anything
As you say the pilot berths can be used for storing stuff but we will keep them usable as berths so that when my older children come to stay or we have crew on board for ocean passages we have places for people to sleep.
awesome boat it's going to look amazing and sail great too can't wait to see it finished with some new varnish and the teak all oiled up once dried to she will look stupendous
Nice Yacht ,Teak decks !!, you must like MAINTENANCE 👍
Have you seen the maintenance we did on our old boat? 😊
I think she is lovely with a ton of room! She’s the keeper for sure!!
She is stunning isnt she
MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR!
Thank you, we could do with a lottery win now to recoup some money :') :')
You guys definitely made the right decision this boat is definitely better suited for the new edition
Yes, although if we stayed as a family of 3, Melody is a brilliant boat and we wouldn't change
The boat looks wonderful , I have the feeling that all the work that went into Melody gave you a different perspective for this boat. Good luck with your adventures
I'm so happy you found this boat and wish you good times sailing it. Cheers!
Thank you ❤
Beautiful boat! I specially like the sharp tapered stern/rear end. It has a long waterline so it is probably a fast boat.
Yeah have a google about rhe reputation and performance of Bowman yachts. Seriously, some of the best regarded ocean going daily yachts ever made
That's one hell of a boat guys. Well done on finding her!
Certainly is, she's gorgeous, We're still committed to finishing both boats though.
Lovely Boat and on my patch
Ahh nice!! It's a beautiful area!!
You have found the perfect boat and in great condition A bit of cleaning etc and its sorted well done
Definitely 😁
I have followed melody since the beginning, she’s a lovely boat BUT this new one is HUGE. I think it will fit a family much better provided the mechanicals are all solid. Either way, Merry Christmas and good luck from the USA.
We enjoyed seeing your first reactions to your new boat. Congratulations!
Thank you :)
Groovy looking boat. What a nice find.
She is gorgeous 😍
The boat is absolutely beautiful! What a find. I’m so happy for you all.
Honestly, I don't think I've ever seen such a beautiful boat
Great episode! Great find! Keep rolling Melody team! 👍👍
Thank you 😊
@@SailingMelody 👍👍
Wow, what a great boat.
You’re not wrong: they have the best reputation
Amazing how much you have been able to do in just a few days
We got a lot more done even than that. Wait for the next episode :)
So happy for you! She's a beauty!
Thank you, she really is isn't she
Is a very helpful rigger in that area Peterson rigging Dan very helpful chap .
Hahaha we know Dan very well. He has been heavily involved as you’ll see I. The next few episodes
@SailingMelody wow send my regards please
A fine looking yacht. A real head turner, great layout.
She is just stunning isn’t she.
And the yacht is pretty to
Great boat!! I my humble opinion, more suitable for a family of 4... Love from 🇵🇹!
I think you are probably right!
I am constantly amazed by Captain Jack's presenting skills! He is a natural, "Tim is over there checking the rigging, and a mighty fin job he is doing of it" laughed so hard!!! I get the feeling the decision on which boat to keep has been made? I was having panics every time Melissa was anywhere near the ladder or edge of the boat, Please be careful, are there rails to be fitted? If Melody was to be sold what a great set of adverts for what improvements have been done you have got! Waiting eagerly to see next weeks episode
He is great isn't he 😁😁
Don't worry I'm being extra careful and avoiding unnecessary trips up the ladder, we hope in time to fit a solid rail all the way round the boat. We will be in the water very soon so no more ladder trips 😀
Wonderful to see so many great folk diving in to help with the cleaning and fettling. You will soon have the as yet un-named boat in the water 🙂
We’re very lucky to have such good friends around us
@@SailingMelody Ultimately health and good friends are the only true riches in life 🙂 You are going to have a wonderful boat for a wonderful family.
Looking good!
Welcome to Devon! Congratulations on the little one in the oven! New boat looks fantastic, with not too much to be done. The Dart is a beautiful place, have had my boat there for over 2 years now, it's that yellow 24 footer over the creek, difficult to miss. Highly recommend the walk down to Greenway and long wood to Kingswear, lovely in the spring. Hope all goes well with the rig and engine. Maybe see you if your still about :)
We will be doing some sea trials and motor testing on the Dart in the first week of January. which yellow boat is yours?
@@SailingMelody Hope it all goes well, best of luck with the sea trials. With Andy's practicalities and engineering tendencies I'm sure any obstacles will be overcome. And with Melissa having done your day skipper around Dartmouth, the sea trails will go smooth in familiar waters. Valhalla is on the pontoon at Dolphin Haven, aft of the Wharram Cat, foreward of the Bruce Spray. Can see her as you drive into Dartside. She's being lifted early January for maintenance, replacement seacocks and bottom paint.
Ps. Hope you have a great Christmas!
@@thomasmartin9078 yes! I remember seeing her there. We’re not in Dartside anymore (spoiler alert) we’re in Noss
Very nice and sails like a dream. Keep them both and Jack can be the youngest sailer to circumnavigate!
Hahaha
It’s a thought
Maybe keep Melody in the Family.
My daughter is keen to start her own UA-cam channel
You seem to have flawless taste. Melody is lovely, but your new Bowman is a real beauty, and so spacious!
Thank you, I know I'm biassed. and they're VERY different boats, but I do believe the Bowman 46 is literally the prettiest boat I've ever seen. Maybe aside from the current range of yachts from #Spirityachts
We are replacing the head liner on our westsail 42
We used soffit for the liner. PVC double walled white looks great and easy to fit
Ha great stuff. The joy on your faces says it all. It's just like when you enter a possible new home and it just feels right, the Bowman is for you. What you've achieved with Melody is quite remarkable but there should be no hesitation or guilt in moving on. You have saved an old boat from disappearing and the next owner will carry on your work.
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PS Congrates on the baby.
Yes, definitely. Melody will be an incredible boat for whoever has her
It's looking awesome after a spot of spit n polish 👌
I feel and see you guys have already made your minds up and why wouldn't you it's beautiful, still a difficult decision though and happy to know you will finish both.
Onwards and upwards
What a beautiful boat. She will do you well with the family and cannot wait to see you sailing
She'll be sailing MUCH sooner than you think
@@SailingMelody I have no doubt. And off ye will go on an amazing adventure
I didn't realize you have a separate hatch to the aft cabin. Beautiful! You'll be able to ascend quickly to the helm.
To me, it looks to be a very easy desission to make for you, what boat you should choose.
I'm not a boat man, but to me the Bowman looks to have the exact what you need of space and facilities.
Strange no one have mentioned the stowaway at 15:13...hehe
Keep the great videos coming.
I’ll have to look at 15:13 to find the stowaway you mention lol
Ohhhh the spider 😂😂😂😂
@@SailingMelody hehe... 😉👍
What a big boat. Good luck with everything and allready a happy New Year! Grtz. From the Netherlands
Wow she’s a beautiful yacht. What a brilliant find. Best wishes from the crew of Wavedancer westerly fulmar
I love the new boat! Congratulations on the baby! Keep up the great work, I love seeing you all but absolutely love Melissa!!! Keep going you're getting there!
I’m pretty fond of Melissa too funnily enough :) thank you for your lovely words.
We’re thrilled with the new boat
she looks like a dream for a growing family, so glad you found her or she found you, all the best for the Christmas and New Years seasons, look forward to following the dual adventure ! Polar Bear Hugs from Frozen Canada.
Couldn't agree more. She's stunning and perfect in every way for what we want to do.
Hello from belgium. Congratulations. I'm very very happy for you and your family.
Hi!! Thank you. We’re very happy too :)
Looks amazing and you all look so happy
That’s because we are :) 😂😂😂
good luck, is beatiffull.
Thank you! Cheers!
Love the new boat the only thing difference is the lower saloon in melody and you built Jack's cabin on melody but with fore cabin on the new boat you have the cabin for two children and a small workshop by the engine good luck
Yeah much more space. We’re not giving up on either boat though.
Both will be splashed. Sailed and in turn key condition
A very hard choice maybe
@@kevinmartin3859 they both have benefits and disadvantages for sure
@Sailing Melody to Andy Melissa and captain Jack I wish you a merry Christmas and a Happy New year Kevin
Looks like plenty of room for all ❤
She is a great space!
Looking great after 3 days 👏👏👏👏
Looks even better in real life than on camera
Well done and good luck with all that's going on!
Thank you, we have a lot on our plate
Another project good luck!!
What a beautiful boat. Of course some things need to be fixed here and there but nothing to be compared to Melody!
The only disadvantage is this boat does not have anything like Melody's pilot house and so like most sailboats, the living space is pretty dark. But the perfect boat does not exist and it seems you made the right choice buying this one. Jack and his brother/sister will have all the space they need.
Much work ahead preparing both boats now, except if you find someone interested in Melody right now.
Have a wonderful Christmas.
We're designing a full cockpit enclosure with a hard dodger, but sensitively designed so a not to ruin her lines and beauty
Boy ho boy you all did a great job ! That old boat is looking great .
Thanks 👍