In which Jenn and I run off to Mexico to get married, divorced, remarried and annulled. Sadly none of this was filmed, but there is a lot of great slice-of-life CDMX street content. No new song this time :'( Thanks for watching! Please comment on what I'm doing right or wrong, but be nice because I'm fragile. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. The music is mine, available at https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com and https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Ylrl... Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I replace my ancient bronze seacocks (two of which were stuck open) with new Forespar Marelon full-flow seacocks with mushroom thru-hulls, finish wiring up the mast and installing the masthead and lighting. I take a brief tour of what we've accomplished this season and say goodnight to Ladybug until spring. No new song this time :'( Thanks for watching! Please comment on what I'm doing right or wrong, but be nice because I'm fragile. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. The music is mine, available at https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com and https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Ylrl... Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which Jenn and I finish installing the stanchions, Jenn oils the brightwork, I clean out the inside of Ladybug's mast, replace my running lights fixtures with LEDs, and start the process of replacing several of the through hulls. Along the way I battle heat and the physical properties of various metallic objects. Stick around after the credits (29:55) for a new song I'm pretty proud of. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. The music is mine, available at https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com and https://open.spotify.com/artist/3YlrlyvcvbFXCqo5unnYnc?si=d1acf2e610a045cf Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I return to my hometown to hang out with my daughter, son-in-law and GRANDDAUGHTER(!), and my mom and step-dad (hi guys!). I spend some time walking and droning, then return to Ladybug to continue the slog of removing the mast hardware in preparation for upgrades. Mike the rigger gives me a ton of useful advice. I have a new song at 3:16. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. The music is mine, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which Ladybug finally gets her stanchions (almost) and begins the long journey towards becoming an actual sailboat again. I hire a rigger to help evaluate and modernize my mast hardware. I even write a new song (14:32), although it's a weird one for a sailing channel, as is usually the case with me. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I get a DJI Mini 3 Pro Drone for xmas and figure out how to fly the thing, kinda. Jenn and I take a trip to Phoenix for some hiking and tacos (tacos not pictured). Finally, I make my way back to Ladybug to begin a new season of boatwork (yay?), discover evidence of a huge leak, and reinstall the bow cleats. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I put Ladybug back together in preparation for her long winter nap. I had to remove a bunch of stuff in order to fix the portlights and repair and paint the deck over the past two seasons. I think about reinstalling the stanchions, and actually reinstall cleats, head vents and winches. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I apply, unapply, reapply, unapply and reapply topside and nonskid deck paint. I used TotalBoat Topside Primer, Wet Edge and TotalTread nonskid paint. Although I followed the instructions as carefully as I could, the Wet Edge and the primer did not want to stick to each other and I pulled huge chunks of paint up with the painters tape I used to mark the lines. I have to say I wouldn't recommend using those products. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I FINALLY reinstall Ladybug's portlights (with a lot of help from Jenn!) using Dow 795 and 3M 4000 UV. This was one of the projects I was most nervous about because the boat used to leak like crazy and I really wanted to do it right. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I complete the final prep before priming and painting Ladybug's deck. It's been a long process and this is a short video, but it's been a while since I've posted and I wanted to get this out there. Three more are on the way! Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I repair Ladybug's companionway hatch slides, which have been loose since I bought her. I then take a little walkabout prior to laying primer on the deck to show you all the gnarly patches which will hopefully be covered by a luxurious coat of fresh deck paint. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I demonstrate in excruciating detail how to repair large holes in a fiberglass sailboat bulkhead. I don't claim to be an expert (not even close) but this method seemed to yield a good result. I also give a brief tour of my New Home heavy duty sewing machine, which I will use to sew a new bimini and sailpack for Ladybug. And I discover a dumb crack in my recent fiberglass repair :'( Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 6 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which Jenn and I walk and walk and walk around Nassau and find out there are places tourists are expected not to wander. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 3 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which Jenn helps EVEN more with the brightwork, I put the finishing touches on the deck repairs, take inventory of Ladybug's through-hulls, and wrap the old girl in a very cheap tarp and say goodnight for the winter. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 3 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I get TONS of work done on Ladybug. I cut out the bow cleats and begin filling the holes in the deck with fiberglass and thickened epoxy, strip the toe rail with Jenn's help, repair my electrical wire self-sabotage, and clean up the distribution panel (a little). And FINALLY remove the goofy decal on the stern. This was a good week. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 centerboard sloop. I mostly use a Pixel 3 to shoot my videos. I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I start Ladybug's deckwork in earnest, drilling, sawing and grinding out the damaged areas for eventual replacement with new fiberglass. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 sailboat. I mostly use a Pixel 3 to shoot my videos and I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I start Ladybug's deck refit by removing the stern and bow pulpits and lifeline stanchions with a little help from my friend, Donna. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34 sailboat. I mostly use a Pixel 3 to shoot my videos and I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which I get sidetracked taking apart and evaluating Ladybug's rigging and mast, then spend a little time doing what I originally intended, which is taking stock of what will be needed to refit the deck. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34. I mostly use a Pixel 3 to shoot my videos and I edit in DaVinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI

In which Jenn and I catch 9/11 fireworks at the marina, take down the mast at Riverview Marina in Catskill NY, with help from Michael from the Quoth the Raven YouTube channel, celebrate my birthday by removing all of Ladybug's portlights for eventual replacement, and finally haul out the boat to start the major refitting work. Quoth the Raven Sailing: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm1fqvJGkeQx3KSfCGfVdMg Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34. I mostly use a Pixel 3 to shoot my videos and I edit in Davinci Resolve. Music by me, available here: https://lancemonotone.bandcamp.com/ Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI 00:00 9/11 Fireworks 00:42 Unstepping the Mast 03:53 Removing Portlights 14:03 Haulout

In which I recap my trip to Puerto Rico, take Sean and Jenn upriver, give you a quick update on all the things I'm (not) doing to and for Ladybug while I work a gig to pay off some boat costs, discuss my halyard winch plans, and practice pulling the anchor. The events in this video take place during June, July and August 2021. Ladybug is a 1976 Bristol 34. I mostly use a Pixel 3 to shoot my videos and I edit in Davinci Resolve. Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/3i3D8i4 Patreon: https://bit.ly/3o5EUTI 00:00 Hola from Puerto Rico 00:49 Motoring 07:13 Ladybug Update 10:09 Talkin bout Winches 12:47 Anchoring Practice