Two years on Hi. ⛵️ Two years that challenged us, stretched us, and opened us up in ways we didn’t expect. It’s been beautiful. And hard. And completely worth it. Some days felt like two weeks. Others

A torn foresail. Two broken spinnaker poles. Squalls. Burning sun. Whales. In this final chapter of our Atlantic crossing, the ocean gives us everything it has. Squalls hit hard. Waves grow tall. Gea

We made it through? but not without a fight. In Part 2 of our Atlantic Crossing, we face our most intense night at sea yet-what Frankie now calls "the night from hell." Strong winds, failing gear, and exhaustion pushed us to our limits as we approached land after days on the ocean. And after that, we made an unforgettable stop in Cape Verde. In this episode, we explore the island life of São Vicente. We watched local fishermen sail their handmade boats with impressive skill, learned about their traditions, and even gave a little help where we could. The music, the rhythm, the people-it was here we truly felt that we had left Europe behind. A raw, emotional chapter of our crossing-and a glimpse into a culture that left a deep impression on us. (Episode 50) ? Chapters & more info below ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thanks for sailing this journey with us. Subscribe to follow the next chapter as we reach the Caribbean.* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 Intro 01:01 Arrival Capo Verde 01:33 Exploring Mindelo 04:16 Exploring São Vicente 07:02 The night from hell 10:50 Preview & Outro ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #PatAndFrankie #HiByPatAndFrankie #Sailing #SailingLife #Boatlife #Travel #Cruising #Grandsoleil #SailingAdventures #LiveAboard #VlogLife #OffGridLiving #Atlantic #AtlanticCrossing #SailingCouple #SailingLife #LiveaboardLife #OceanCrossing #SailingAdventure #LifeAtSea #AlternativeLiving #Caribbean #caboverde #SãoVicente #Mindelo #TheNightFromHell #Storm ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

We're sailing across the Atlantic Ocean - and this is just the beginning. In Part 1 of our Atlantic Crossing series, we leave Europe behind and begin a once-in-a-lifetime journey: 3,000 nautical miles across open ocean, from Tenerife to Cape Verde, and eventually the Caribbean. What awaits us? Calm seas, rough nights, stunning nature, and moments of awe. This video captures the first leg of our crossing - the emotions at sea, the preparations, the crew, and the vast blue unknown ahead. ? This isn't just a sailing vlog. It's a raw, real, cinematic glimpse into life at sea - from a sailing couple living aboard full-time. Thank you for your patience - we ran into major tech issues while editing and had to battle both a crashing laptop and software problems. We're so excited to finally share this part of our journey with you! Subscribe to follow the full Atlantic adventure. (Episode 49) ? Chapters & more info below ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 Sailing across the Atlantic 00:58 Crew Introduction 02:16 Departure day 07:20 Day 2 at sea 10:23 Day 3 13:35 Day 4 18:28 Day 5 23:26 Day 6 (land ho!) 25:19 Horror night 25:44 Outro & teaser Part 2?? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #PatAndFrankie #HiByPatAndFrankie #Sailing #SailingLife #Boatlife #Travel #Cruising #Grandsoleil #SailingAdventures #LiveAboard #VlogLife #OffGridLiving #Atlantic #AtlanticCrossing #SailingCouple #SailingLife #LiveaboardLife #OceanCrossing #SailingAdventure #LifeAtSea #AlternativeLiving #Caribbean ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

This was the moment we had been waiting for-our first real test sail to see if everything was working and if this boat still felt right for us. ?? We sailed to Gran Canaria, anchored for two nights, but the first night brought trouble-our anchor dragged! The sail back was unforgettable, with shifting conditions, a breathtaking whale sighting, and a big pod of dolphins joining us along the way. Most importantly, this trip led us to a huge decision about our future. Plus, we answer some of your questions at the end. Don't miss it! ?? (Episode 48) ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? We are currently stuck doing major boat repairs. But that won't stop us from continuing to share our adventures with you. ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - Leaving the marina 05:42 - Sailing, testing and checking 08:45 - Arriving in Las Palmas 11:10 - 2 nights in the anchorage 16:54 - Leaving the anchorage | Sailing 20:25 - Whale sighting 22:04 - A group of dolphins 23:58 - Back in the marina 25:32 - Q & A 30:59 - Big announcement 32:10 - Outro ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #sailing #boatlife #hibypatandfrankie #travel #cruising #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #offgrid #offgridliving #canaryislands #atlantic #marina #boatrepair #boatdamagedisaster #structuraldamage #damage #repairs #keel #boatwork #testsail #dragging #anchorage #whales #dolphin #dolphins #announcement #shakedownsail #shakedown #atlanticcrossing #crossing ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

The final preparations on the dock are done, and we've moved back onto the boat-what an incredible feeling! We're getting back to boat life. ? This week was packed with emotions. After a small surprise, we finally left the dock and got out on the ocean again. It felt amazing to be back where we belong! ? We did our first tests and checks before heading to the marina to prepare for a proper test sail next week-big things are coming! ? Thank you so much for all your support and kind words about splash day. Sharing this journey with you makes it even more special! ? (Episode 47) ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? We are currently stuck doing major boat repairs. But that won't stop us from continuing to share our adventures with you. ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 - Intro 00:25 - Back on the boat 01:28 - Last preparations 08:22 - Surprise before leaving the dock 10:14 - Casting off 17:27 - Back in the marina 20:30 - Outro & preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #sailing #boatlife #hibypatandfrankie #travel #cruising #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #offgrid #offgridliving #canaryislands #atlantic #marina #boatyard #boatrepair #boatdamagedisaster #structuraldamage #damage #repairs #boatwork #freedom #backontheocean ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

*Splash Day is Here!* ?? The moment we've been waiting for has finally arrived - it's Splash Day! After months of hard work, endless emotions, and countless preparations, our boat is going back in the water. ? We're feeling a mix of excitement and nerves, hoping everything goes smoothly and that no unexpected issues pop up once we're afloat. But there's no time to rest yet! After the splash, we've got to finish a few final tasks before we can leave the boatyard behind. First, we'll get the sails back on, and then it's all about ticking off those last to-dos. Have questions about this time in the boatyard? Let us know in the comments-we'd love to hear from you! (Episode 46) *Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle here:* https://www.magicmind.com/patandfrankiejan ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? We are currently stuck doing major boat repairs. But that won't stop us from continuing to share our adventures with you. ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 - Intro 01:35 - Preparations before the splash 07:13 - The splash 13:18 - Boatyard dock & preps 18:13 - Preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #sailing #boatlife #hibypatandfrankie #travel #cruising #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #offgrid #offgridliving #canaryislands #atlantic #marina #boatyard #boatrepair #boatdamagedisaster #structuraldamage #damage #repairs #keel #boatwork #splashday #boatlaunch #refit #boatrefit #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle here: https://www.magicmind.com/patandfrankiejan #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance The countdown is officially on-just three days until our boat is back in the water! After what feels like an eternity on the hard, we're wrapping up the final steps to make this dream a reality: ?? The mast and boom are back on ? We're tackling the last preparations and starting to move back onboard. ?? Everything on the exterior needs to be finished before splash day The excitement is building as we get closer to seeing our boat afloat again. This has been a tough journey, but moments like this remind us why we're doing it. (Episode 45) ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? We are currently stuck doing major boat repairs. But that won't stop us from continuing to share our adventures with you. ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 - Intro 00:54 - Mast back on 03:44 - Situation inside the boat 06:22 - Keel check 07:05 - Morning routine 12:32 - Busy yard day 22:22 - Final preparations 23:00 - Preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #sailing #boatlife #hibypatandfrankie #travel #cruising #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #offgrid #offgridliving #canaryislands #atlantic #marina #boatyard #boatrepair #boatdamagedisaster #structuraldamage #damage #repairs #keel #refit #boatrefit #boatwork #splashday #morningroutine ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

Putting the keel back on is a huge milestone in repairing our sailboat, Hi. This step is absolutely critical because it will reveal if the repair can hold the immense weight of the keel. It's a precise and challenging task, and it's bringing us right back to the moment it all happened. Will S/Y Hi finally start looking like a sailboat again? Will this repair hold? Join us as we take on this make-or-break moment in the journey to get S/Y Hi back in the water. (Episode 44) ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? We are currently stuck doing major boat repairs. But that won't stop us from continuing to share our adventures with you. ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 - Intro | What's happening? 01:29 - Keel mounting 07:13 - The result 07:40 - About keel mounting 08:42 - Rebuilding the floor 09:40 - Preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #sailing #boatlife #hibypatandfrankie #travel #cruising #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #offgrid #offgridliving #canaryislands #atlantic #marina #boatyard #boatrepair #boatdamagedisaster #structuraldamage #damage #repairs #keel #boatwork ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

Happy New Year! ? We're kicking off 2025 with incredible news-the lamination work on our sailboat is DONE! ? In this episode, we take you through the steps of the process. While the professionals handled the work, we were there to oversee it all, documenting the progress and ensuring everything was done perfectly. It's such a relief to see this critical repair finished, and it feels like we're truly back on track! If all goes well, we're now counting down the days until we set sail again. Thank you for joining us on this journey-we're so grateful for your support and can't wait to share an amazing year ahead with you. ?? 2025 here we come! ? (Episode 43) ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? We are currently stuck doing major boat repairs. But that won't stop us from continuing to share our adventures with you. ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - Construction information 03:05 - Repair process 08:30 - Preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #sailing #boatlife #hibypatandfrankie #travel #cruising #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #boaty #vloglife #offgrid #offgridliving #canaryislands #atlantic #marina #boatyard #boatrepair #boatdamagedisaster #structuraldamage #damage #repairs #boatwork #lamination #laminationprocess #keel #keelrepair ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

Join us in this episode as we look back on an unforgettable year-sharing highs, lows, fun stats, and one very special moment. Plus, a sneak peek at our big plans for 2025! Thank you for your support and following our journey. Looking forward to a great year 2025 together ?? (Episode 42) ?????? We're thrilled to share our partnership for this episode with OutIn! Use our code *PATANDFRANKIE* and this link: https://outin.com/PATANDFRANKIE to save up to *10%* of selected products (on non-reduced products). Thanks for supporting us and enjoy the deal! ?? ?????? ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? We are currently stuck doing major boat repairs. But that won't stop us from continuing to share our adventures with you. ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 - Intro 04:07 - Stats 2024 10:45 - Superlatives 2024 22:47 - Words of wisdom 26:18 - Goals 2025 33:28 - Outro ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #sailing #boatlife #hibypatandfrankie #travel #cruising #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #offgrid #offgridliving #canaryislands #atlantic #marina #boatyard #boatrepair #boatdamagedisaster #structuraldamage #repairs #boatwork #throwback #happynewyear #couple #couplegoals #year2024 #year2025 #goals2025 #2024 #2025 #jahresrückblick #OutInNano #PortableEspressoMachine ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

In this episode, we made solid progress and finally completed the sanding process. We also explored different solutions to repair the damage and cut out a piece of one of the frames - what we found was a surprise! With the holidays just around the corner, we'd like to wish you all a wonderful Christmas full of love and joy. Thank you for being part of our journey and for your support! p.s.: Thank you for your patience during our week-long break! A full video of what we've been up to will follow shortly, but for now, here's the latest update on our boat repairs. (Episode 41) ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? We are currently stuck doing major boat repairs. But that won't stop us from continuing to share our adventures with you. ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 - Intro 00:23 - Water in the boat 03:50 - Hidden failure 08:01 - Next repair steps 11:13 - Outro ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #sailing #boatlife #hibypatandfrankie #travel #cruising #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #offgrid #offgridliving #canaryislands #atlantic #marina #boatyard #boatrepair #boatdamagedisaster #structuraldamage #damage #repairs #sanding #boatwork #frames #lamination #structural ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

Our boat repairs are finally progressing! In this episode, we share insights into our repair process, the specialists begin preparations for sanding and even start. Before we do some more tests for the insurance. In addition to the yard issue, this week we also have to say a heartfelt goodbye to a close friend who is leaving for the Caribbean, a trip we wish we could have been a part of. While we're stuck in the shipyard, progress is being made and every step brings us closer to our dream. Watch as we overcome the challenges, share news and cheer on our friends on their adventure! (Episode 40) ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? We are currently stuck doing major boat repairs. But that won't stop us from continuing to share our adventures with you. ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 - Intro 00:59 - Insurance checks 03:25 - Update process 04:48 - Farewell Kerry 09:49 - Sanding 12:31 - Outro & Preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #sailing #boatlife #hibypatandfrankie #travel #cruising #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #offgrid #offgridliving #canaryislands #atlantic #marina #boatyard #boatrepair #boatdamagedisaster #structuraldamage #damage #repairs #sanding #boatwork #farewell #friends #friendship ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

In this episode, we hit a major turning point. After a final keel inspection and a short break at home (originally planned as a farewell before our crossing), we returned to find our sailboat completely stripped bare. It's overwhelming to see her like this, but with everything exposed, we finally understand the full scope of the damage-and we're ready to start repairs. (Episode 39) ?? *Join the Hi-community on PATREON* https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ?? *ONE-TIME DONATION* to help bring our next video to life: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W5MD84F3ALE9Q ? *HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP* https://www.patandfrankie.com ? *INSTAGRAM* https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie *ABOUT US* Hi from ??, we are *PAT & FRANKIE* We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home ? We are currently stuck doing major boat repairs. But that won't stop us from continuing to share our adventures with you. ? For more hit *LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL* ? *Thank you for being part of this journey* Your support means everything! Watch now and share your thoughts below. ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use - amazon links below: *Fujifilm X-T4* https://amzn.to/48KVJHz *DJI MIC 2* https://amzn.to/46mCOmz *Insta360 Ace Pro* https://amzn.to/3NVjwws *Garmin InReach Mini 2* https://amzn.to/4emsIVd *epidemic sound* for the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Episode chapters* 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Keel check 02:44 - Prepare the boat 04:37 - Contact the manufacturer 06:26 - Flight home 06:49 - Boat completely bare 12:40 - Outro ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #sailing #boatlife #hibypatandfrankie #travel #cruising #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #offgrid #offgridliving #canaryislands #atlantic #marina #boatyard #boatrepair #boatdamagedisaster #structuraldamage #damage #repairs #keel #boatwork ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

Hi from ??, we are PAT and FRANKIE! We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home? ????SUPPORT US ON PATREON and join our crew today: https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie ? HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP: https://www.patandfrankie.com ? INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie Episode 38: The day we have been waiting for has finally arrived: it's time for the survey. Two surveyors came to uncover the full extent of the damage to our boat. From sanding down the keel area, to various hammering techniques, to using an endoscope inside the stringers - what they found was partly expected and partly shocking: cracks, unconnected layers and even water where it shouldn't be It's been a very emotional process so far - dismantling, setbacks, discoveries and lots of learning, but now we finally have some answers and some news for us - but are they really positive? Join us as we get through this exciting day. If you're into sailing, adventure, or travel, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL ? Got questions? Drop them in the comments! We apologize for having to blur in this episode to respect everyone's privacy. Thank you for your understanding and for sticking with us on this journey! ?? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use for our videos - amazon link below: Fujifilm X-T4: https://amzn.to/48KVJHz DJI MIC 2: https://amzn.to/46mCOmz Insta360 Ace Pro: https://amzn.to/3NVjwws Deity V-Mic D4 Duo-Mikrofon: https://amzn.to/4a231H4 Blue Snowball USB-Mic: https://amzn.to/3RRm7sz Our favorite salty snack while watching YouTube: https://amzn.to/49W5PWp Garmin InReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4emsIVd Check out epidemic sound - it is so easy to find the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Episode chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:22 - Trailer 01:49 - Throwback 05:38 - Survey 13:59 - Our summary 16:52 - Preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ? Thank you so much for dropping the anchor, supporting us and joining us on our voyage! ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #hibypatandfrankie #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #sailing #boatlife #canaryislands #atlantic #boatyard #boatrepair #boatdamage #boatdamagedisaster #damage #repairs #survey #expertopinion #expertise #totalloss #writeoff #sailingboatrestoration ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!.

Hi from ??, we are PAT and FRANKIE! We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home? SUPPORT US ON PATREON:????Join our crew today: https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP: ? https://www.patandfrankie.com INSTAGRAM: ? https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie Episode 37: In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest steps in our boat repair journey yet: dismounting the floor almost entirely and removing the keel. This massive project spanned over seven hours, pushing everybody physically and emotionally. This phase felt like a huge milestone, leading us closer to the big survey we've been preparing for-an inspection that will hopefully reveal the full extent of the boat's condition with the damage. Along the way, we faced a tough decision that impacts our dream, and while it's not an easy one, it's another part of this journey we're choosing to share. Join us as we push forward through the highs and lows of making these critical repairs, with more major steps on the horizon. We apologize for having to blur so much in this episode to respect everyone's privacy. Thank you for your understanding and for sticking with us on this journey! ?? If you're into sailing, adventure, or travel, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL ? Got questions? Drop them in the comments! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use for our videos - amazon link below: Fujifilm X-T4: https://amzn.to/48KVJHz DJI MIC 2: https://amzn.to/46mCOmz Insta360 Ace Pro: https://amzn.to/3NVjwws Deity V-Mic D4 Duo-Mikrofon: https://amzn.to/4a231H4 Blue Snowball USB-Mic: https://amzn.to/3RRm7sz Our favorite salty snack while watching YouTube: https://amzn.to/49W5PWp Garmin InReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4emsIVd Check out epidemic sound - it is so easy to find the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Episode chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:32 - Dismounting the floor 07:15 - A heartbreaking decision 09:34 - News 10:15 - Dismounting the keel 19:31 - Feelings after the work 20:34 - Preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ? Thank you so much for dropping the anchor, supporting us and joining us on our voyage! ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #hibypatandfrankie #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #sailing #boatlife #canaryislands #atlantic #boatyard #boatrepair #damage #repairs #keel #keelrepair #structuraldamage #arc2024 #arc #keelremoval ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

Hi from ??, we are PAT and FRANKIE! We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home? SUPPORT US ON PATREON:????Join our crew today: https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP: ? https://www.patandfrankie.com INSTAGRAM: ? https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie Episode 36: To understand the full extent of our sailboat's damage, we're taking it apart-inside and out. The next big step? Unstepping the mast, which is a huge risk on land. Our mast runs straight through the deck into the saloon, meaning a massive crane is needed to carefully lift it without compromising the boat's stability on the stands. Catch some raw emotions as we face this nerve-wracking process and see what live on board has been lately. We apologize for having to blur so much in this episode to respect everyone's privacy. Thank you for your understanding and for sticking with us on this journey! ?? If you're into sailing, adventure, or travel, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL ? Got questions? Drop them in the comments! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use for our videos - amazon link below: Fujifilm X-T4: https://amzn.to/48KVJHz DJI MIC 2: https://amzn.to/46mCOmz Insta360 Ace Pro: https://amzn.to/3NVjwws Deity V-Mic D4 Duo-Mikrofon: https://amzn.to/4a231H4 Blue Snowball USB-Mic: https://amzn.to/3RRm7sz Our favorite salty snack while watching YouTube: https://amzn.to/49W5PWp Garmin InReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4emsIVd Check out epidemic sound - it is so easy to find the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Episode chapters: 00:00 - Throwback 01:25 - Intro & trailer 02:03 - Preparing mast 09:57 - Unstepping mast 15:09 - Boat life situation 17:17 - New home 19:13 - Preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ? Thank you so much for dropping the anchor, supporting us and joining us on our voyage! ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #hibypatandfrankie #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #sailing #boatlife #canaryislands #atlantic #boatyard #boatrepair #damage #repairs #unsteppingmast #dismasting #structuraldamage ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

Hi from ??, we are PAT and FRANKIE! We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home? SUPPORT US ON PATREON:????Join our crew today: https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP: ? https://www.patandfrankie.com INSTAGRAM: ? https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie Episode 35: What was supposed to be our final stretch before crossing the Atlantic has turned into a full-on breakdown. This episode, we're getting hands-on with our boat-ripping up floorboards, dismantling parts, and even taking down the sails-to get a closer look at what lies beneath. Every new layer we uncover shows us just how much work we still have ahead, and while it feels strange, each step brings a small sense of relief. It's not the journey we planned, but it's where we are now. Thanks for joining us as we dive deep into this unexpected path. Your support and encouragement keep us going, especially on days when progress feels painfully slow. Don't forget to subscribe and stay tuned as we continue tackling one challenge at a time! If you're into sailing, adventure, or travel, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL ? Got questions? Drop them in the comments! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use for our videos - amazon link below: Fujifilm X-T4: https://amzn.to/48KVJHz DJI MIC 2: https://amzn.to/46mCOmz Insta360 Ace Pro: https://amzn.to/3NVjwws Deity V-Mic D4 Duo-Mikrofon: https://amzn.to/4a231H4 Blue Snowball USB-Mic: https://amzn.to/3RRm7sz Our favorite salty snack while watching YouTube: https://amzn.to/49W5PWp Garmin InReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4emsIVd Check out epidemic sound - it is so easy to find the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Episode chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:23 - Trailer 01:49 - Removing throughulls 03:23 - Removing interior 05:40 - Sails down 07:42 - Boom down 09:48 - Boat work 11:16 - Feelings & preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ? Thank you so much for dropping the anchor, supporting us and joining us on our voyage! ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #hibypatandfrankie #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #sailing #boatlife #canaryislands #atlantic #boatyard #boatrepair #damage #repairs #structuraldamage ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

Hi from ??, we are PAT and FRANKIE! We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home? SUPPORT US ON PATREON:????Join our crew today: https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP: ? https://www.patandfrankie.com INSTAGRAM: ? https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie Episode 34: Dear community, the time has finally come. After a challenging period, both offline and emotionally, and having to remove our last two episodes (ep#32 + ep#33) due to the delicate phase of our boat repair, we're happy to be back online and sharing with you again. It's been a tough journey, but we're hopeful that we've found a way to keep you updated with our story. Please bear with us as we revisit some topics, especially for the new viewers joining us now. We want everyone to feel welcome on this journey. We kindly ask you to avoid leaving any comments of blame, as we'll have to remove them if necessary. Also, we hope you understand that, unfortunately, we can't share more specific details about how the damage happened. We're excited to start posting videos regularly again and are deeply grateful for your patience and the kind messages we've received. It means the world to us. ?? In this episode, we'll revisit the damage, give you some background on what's been going on, and take you along for our first days at the boatyard while sharing what's ahead. As a preview - next time we can show you a bit more of the process. If you're into sailing, adventure, or travel, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL ? Got questions? Drop them in the comments! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use for our videos - links below: Fujifilm X-T4: https://amzn.to/48KVJHz DJI MIC 2: https://amzn.to/46mCOmz Insta360 Ace Pro: https://amzn.to/3NVjwws Deity V-Mic D4 Duo-Mikrofon: https://amzn.to/4a231H4 Blue Snowball USB-Mic: https://amzn.to/3RRm7sz Our favorite salty snack while watching YouTube: https://amzn.to/49W5PWp Garmin InReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4emsIVd Check out epidemic sound - it is so easy to find the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Episode chapters: 00:00 - Throwback 01:22 - Trailer 01:48 - Structural damage 02.28 - Intro 02:46 - First days in the yard 04:34 - Teak sanding 05:43 - Frankie's update & mood booster 07:26 - Hull painting 07:50 - Finishing the teak 10:36 - Sunday in the yard 13:25 - Smaller boat jobs 15:31 - Informing the ARC 16:01 - Outro & preview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ? Thank you so much for dropping the anchor, supporting us and joining us on our voyage! ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #hibypatandfrankie #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #sailing #boatlife #canaryislands #atlantic #boatyard #boatrepair #damage #repairs #setback #arc #structuraldamage ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!

Hi from ??, we are PAT and FRANKIE! We are living full-time on our sailing boat ?? and sail around the world in search of a new home? SUPPORT US ON PATREON:????Join our crew today: https://www.patreon.com/patandfrankie HOMEPAGE | ONLINE SHOP: ? https://www.patandfrankie.com INSTAGRAM: ? https://www.instagram.com/patandfrankie Episode 31: Join us for a special update as we celebrate one year of living on the water. We're sharing our thoughts on challenges, from unpredictable weather to adapting to life on a sailboat, and the incredible freedom that comes with it. In this video, we'll answer your questions about boat life, staying connected, and our favorite moments. Plus, we're excited to reveal our upcoming plans, including prepping for the Atlantic crossing and exploring the Caribbean. A big thanks to our amazing viewers and especially our Patrons-Sven, Christel, and Justin. Your support keeps us going! ? If you're into sailing, adventure, or travel, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and the NOTIFICATION BELL ? Got questions? Drop them in the comments! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Products which we use for our videos - amazon link below: Fujifilm X-T4: https://amzn.to/48KVJHz DJI MIC 2: https://amzn.to/46mCOmz Insta360 Ace Pro: https://amzn.to/3NVjwws Deity V-Mic D4 Duo-Mikrofon: https://amzn.to/4a231H4 Blue Snowball USB-Mic: https://amzn.to/3RRm7sz Our favorite salty snack while watching YouTube: https://amzn.to/49W5PWp Check out epidemic sound - it is so easy to find the right music for your content: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gabif8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Episode chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:21 - Sailing to Santa Cruz de Tenerife 04:00 - Reflection on 1 year of sailing 13:33 - Q&A session 24:02 - Future plans 26:03 - Thank you27:02 - Outro ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ? Thank you so much for dropping the anchor, supporting us and joining us on our voyage! ? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #patandfrankie #hibypatandfrankie #grandsoleil #sailingadventures #liveaboard #vloglife #sailing #boatlife #travel #canaryislands #atlantic #reflection #couplegoals ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that if you buy one of the products that we recommend, we'll receive a small commission without any additional cost for you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. THANKS!