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Patricia and Dave have been living fulltime aboard Cavu, a 44' Jeanneau 440 while they prepare her to cruise. This week they share some observations that they have learned over the year. Join them on Patreon https://patreon.com/user?u=52065195&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Patricia finds herself alone on Cavu while Dave is away for a month of training.

We go to the 2023 Annapolis Sailboat show. Walk around with us as we visit a couple of friends ands see what is new. https://atkinshoyle.com/ https://dakotalithium.com/ https://www.mantusmarine.com/ https://jeanneaurendezvous.com/ https://www.islandboatlettering.com/ https://popboardco.com/

While attending the 2023 Annapolis Sailboat Show we got to tour the new Jeanneau 55 Yacht. This innovative design features a revolutionary deck layout featuring a dual cockpit design not seen on other boats.Two private guest cabins with their own companionways allows you to entertain guest and still provide them with the comfort of privacy. A completely weather protected nav station and twin helms move more to the center of the boat make this a true blue water boat all while keeping the helmsman in the center of the entertainment. https://www.jeanneau.com/en-us/boats/sailboat/4-jeanneau-yachts/684-jeanneau-yachts-55 LENGTH OVERALL 16.98 M / 55'9" HULL LENGTH 16.15 M / 52'12" HULL BEAM 4.99 M / 16'4" DISPLACEMENT 18542 KG / 40878 LBS STANDARD KEEL DRAUGHT 2.55 M / 8'4" FUEL CAPACITY 230 L / 61 US GAL WATER CAPACITY 760 L / 201 US GAL CABINS 3 CE CATEGORY A-12 / B-16 / C-16 / D-16 If you are interested in buying a Jeanneau 55 contact our friend Mike Shebester at Little Yacht Sales Phone: (903) 624-1799 Email: SailboatMike@LittleYachtSales.com

We wrap up a few projects and get closer to having the boat ready for cruising. Patricia models the new Cavu Bikini available at https://sailing-cavu.printify.me/products

Dave installs the Seawater Pro water maker on the Jeanneau 440.

We needed a semi custom solution for the walk around deck we have on Cavu and Atkins & Hoyle stepped up. We ordered a semi custom kit from them at the Annapolis Boat Show last year and tried to get in installed durning the hot Texas summer.

We take you out on a quick daysail

Dave and Patricia fly to Sarasota to join the crew of a boat from their marina bound for the Bahamas

The Oceanis 38.1’s chined hull offers particularly surprising cruising comfort. Good and taut to aft and low on the water, the rigidity under sail of this cruiser takes her further and faster, with exceptional stability. It is a joy to have two helm stations, a mainsail arch and a huge swim platform on a sailing yacht this size. Underway, she is nimble and fast, easy to sail shorthanded but with a large enough cockpit to accomodate bigger crews. For the Italian design team, the challenge was to multiply the living spaces in the salon and offer greater privacy in the owner cabin, while maintaining the visual perspective offered in previous versions. The new L-shaped galley optimizes seating space in the salon, allowing up to eight people to sit around the table. LENGTH OVERALL 38’9’’ 11.8 M BEAM OVERALL 13’1’’ 3.99 M LIGHT DISPLACEMENT 15,102 LBS 6 850 KG AIR DRAFT MAX 55’5’’ 16.88 M DRAFT MIN 5’5’’ 1.64 M DRAFT MAX 6’10’’ 2.09 M FUEL CAPACITY 34 US GAL 130 L WATER CAPACITY 53 US GAL 200 L MAX. ENGINE POWER 40 HP 40 CV CABIN NUMBER 2 / 3 CE CERTIFICATION A8 / B9 / C10 Joel Turner 1500 Marina Bay Drive Clear Lake Shores, Texas 77565 (281) 673-6705 JTurner@MurrayYachtSales.com

Drawing for RETEVIS RM-21

Retevis sent us their new RM-21 floating VHS to review, We will be giving this radio away to a viewer. For more information from Retevis http://bit.ly/3kyC1eB To purchase a Retevis RM-21 click the link here: https://amzn.to/3HVhdpe Whether it's engine noise on a boat, roaring wind or a cresting wave; the portable marine band radio effectively removes background noise and transmits the other party’s voices clearly; ideal for noisy situations such as jet skis; sailing races and surf kayaks AI intelligent Noise-Cancelling for crystal clear conversations;Retevis RM21 as a fixed-mount marine radio can recognize human voice and noise through digital signal processing technology;and reduces the noise to about 20 dB IP67 waterproof level;Floating; Fallen Overboard Detection; if the radio falls into the water; when the detection button and the charging contact are in the water at the same time; the back of the radio will emit a red light to indicate Backlit LCD display; there are 0-7 screen background colour options; you can freely choose the appropriate background color according to the light intensity or the use environment for easier reading and use HI/MI/LO Switch and Dual-Band Watch; this radio provides the ability to customize your conversations when there are days you spend on the water further from shore; select between HI; MI or LO for long-range; medium-range and short-range communication 10 NOAA weather channels;helps you get the latest weather and a alarm of severe weather; always help be prepared for the unexpected Long standby time;rechargeable marine radio comes with a high-capacity 1800mAh Lithium-ion battery; 10 hours of continuous use and up to 60 hours of standby time in battery saving mode To enter the drawing: 1. You must subscribe to our channel 2. Like this video (hit the "LIKE" button) 3. Leave a comment in the comment section. Everyone that meets these requirements will be assigned a number. We will use a random number generator on March 1st 2023 to pick a winner. Sailing Cavu will pay for shipping to the winner inside the continental US. Winner must be in the US, Canada or UK

Trailer for Sailing Cavu. Dave and Patricia sold their house and bought a new Jeanneau 440.They have been working hard to outfit and upgrade her for the cruising lifestyle. Could 2023 be the year they leave the dock for good?

Dave and Patrica are doing boat maintenance on Cavu. This weeks project is flushing the Heating and cooling system with Barnacle Buster.

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Patrica gives a tour of the newest Jeanneau Walk Around series boat, the Jeanneau 380. LENGTH OVERALL. 11.22 M / 36'10" HULL LENGTH. 10.77 M / 35'4" FUEL CAPACITY. 130 L / 34 US GAL CABINS. 2/3 AVAILABLE ENGINES •STANDARD (SHAFT DRIVE): YANMAR 29HP •OPTION (SHAFT DRIVE): YANMAR 40HP CE CATEGORY. A8 / B10 / C10 / D10 Shoal keel: draft - 1.56 m / 5.25 ft; ballast - 1,972 kg / 4,348 lbs. Swing keel: draft - 1.29 m - 2.7m / 4.17 - 8.83ft; ballast - 1,575 kg / 3,472 lbs. If you are interested in a Jeanneau 380 we suggest you contact: “Sailboat Mike” Shebester at Little Yacht Sales Phone: (903) 624-1799 Email: SailboatMike@LittleYachtSales.com He has a stock boat coming in.

We downsize over the last two years to. get small enough to move onto the boat. This is an important step towards leaving the dock for good. We still have upcoming projects to make us off the grid ready before we can leave.

Patrica gives a tour of the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 at the 2022 Annapolis Boat Show We don't get any sponsorship from Murray Yacht Sales we are just helping our friend Joel. Stanton Murray is a class act. Let me share the email I got following Hurricane Ian. Thank you to all of our Customers, Friends & Industry Colleagues for reaching out with offers of help and support. We are pleased to report that our Team & their families are all safe and out of harm's way. Our thoughts & prayers are with all who were affected by this storm. Our tagline, "We cover the Gulf Coast" describes our geographic market exposure as well as our total exposure to Gulf Coast storms. The inevitable storms we've seen in our nearly 50 years of experience have given us some insight into post-storm response. We are standing by to help with: Consulting for insurance & damage strategy Vessel appraisals Discounts on parts Discounts on replacement sails Credits on replacement boats Our Texas & Louisiana offices are set up to support our Team Members in the St. Petersburg, Florida office to minimize disruption at such a critical time . Please do not hesitate to reach out for any reason. Sincerely, Stanton Murray President, Murray Yacht Sales www.MurrayYachtSales.com Joel grew up sailing the North East with his family, cruising to destinations like Block Island, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, etc. As a child he could sail a dinghy solo before riding a bike. An active outdoorsman, Joel is an advanced PADI open water diver, an avid cyclist and has competed at high level Triathlons. Joel Turner Houston, TX OFFICE 1500 Marina Bay Drive Clear Lake Shores, Texas 77565 (281) 673-6705 JTurner@MurrayYachtSales.com Here are some stock boats they have coming in. Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 https://murrayyachtsales.com/yacht-details/?id=81605&title=46-ft-beneteau-2023-oceanis-46-1-fall-2022-delivery-houston-texas-united-states-yacht-for-sale&vessel=2784574 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 https://murrayyachtsales.com/yacht-details/?id=81605&title=51-ft-beneteau-2023-oceanis-51-1-october-2022-delivery-new-orleans-louisiana-united-states-yacht-for-sale&vessel=2723100 Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 https://murrayyachtsales.com/yacht-details/?id=81605&title=54-ft-beneteau-2023-oceanis-yacht-54-excellence-in-cruising-houston-new-orleans-st-petersburg-florida-united-states-yacht-for-sale&vessel=2771208 Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 60 https://murrayyachtsales.com/yacht-details/?id=81605&title=60-ft-beneteau-2023-oceanis-yacht-60-elegance-redefined-houston-new-orleans-st-petersburg-texas-united-states-yacht-for-sale&vessel=2787111 A few Brokerage options 52 ft 2020 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1, Kimberly Ann $674,900 Annapolis, Maryland 55 ft 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 55, Traveller $565,000 Charleston, South Carolina 46 ft 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1, Beach House $615,000Tax: Paid, United States Miami, Florida Current Murray Yacht Sales Sailboat Offerings New Beneteau Sailboat Models New EXCESS Catamaran Models (a Group Beneteau Brand) Why Should Murray Yacht Sales be YOUR broker? Some information about me.

We just got back from the Annapolis sailboat show and we have some big projects ahead of us. Upgraded alternator, lithium battery bank, custom solar arch and davits and a water maker.