Our biggest project yet! Our old bottom paint was failing and our thru hulls were corroding! We hauled out at Bert Jabin Yacht Yard to take care of both problems at once. Doing most of the work ourselves, we didn’t know what we were getting ourselves into! Incredibly hot weather and back breaking labor, after 4 days the thru hulls were complete and we finished prepping to start the paint. Thankfully we didn’t sand the bottom paint ourselves. Instead we wanted to start fresh and got the bottom professionally blasted down to bare gel coat. After days prepping the bottom of the boat we toiled for two MORE days to apply four coats of Interlux 2000 barrier paint followed by two coats of Trinidad Pro. We thought this was going to be easy peasy, right? I’ve painted the entire inside of my house, how hard could it be to paint a boat? We were so wrong… Constant crouching on our knees then standing back up - lather, rinse, repeat… The Trinidad Pro has so much copper in it, holding that heavy roller full of paint above our head for hours was brutal! On the bright side, we both got a full body workout two days in a row 🤣 We finished up the last coat of paint around 9pm and it wasn’t until the next morning that we could appreciate the fruits of our labor, it was so worth it. 💙 Will I ever volunteer to paint the bottom of another boat…? Oh, heck no! If you’re wondering how much money projects like this cost, check it👇🏼👇🏼 Thru hulls = $800 Barrier paint = $1000 Anti-fouling paint = $1050 Bottom blasting = $2000 Yard fees = $1650 Misc parts, supplies, & consumables = $300 TOTAL without labor = $6800 Cost of therapy = TBD…… 😵‍💫 #boatwork #sailingcouple #beneteau411 #sailboat #boatproject #diy #shorts

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Would you take this sunlight-filled cruiser for a fast coastal sprint or a relaxed weekend getaway? Rate this yacht from 1–5 stars and comment below! Hanse 388 © Hanse Yachts Length overall: 11.40 m (37 ft 5 in) Hull length: 10.99 m (36 ft 1 in) Beam: 3.90 m (12 ft 10 in) Draft (standard): 2.06 m (6 ft 9 in) Displacement: 8,270 kg (18,232 lb) Ballast: 2,380 kg (5,247 lb) Engine: 29 hp diesel Fuel capacity: 160 L (42 US gal) Water capacity: 295 L (78 US gal) Total sail area: approx. 72.0 m² (775 sq ft) Cabins: 2–3 Berths: 4–6 persons The Hanse 388 is a masterclass in combining high sailing speeds with an extraordinarily bright living environment. Part of the latest 8-series, it features a record number of hull windows and deck hatches to flood the interior with natural light and fresh air. Built for ease of use, the signature Hanse self-tacking jib and all lines led aft to the twin helm positions allow for effortless single-handed sailing without leaving the safety of the cockpit. Below deck, the modern interior offers a choice of warm wood finishes and high-quality upholstery, creating a loft-like feel on the water. The tall rig and powerful sail plan ensure spirited performance even in light winds, while the balanced rudder provides precise control. Whether you are exploring coastal hidden gems or crossing open water, the Hanse 388 provides a premium, stress-free experience for the modern sailing family. #Hanse388 #SailingYacht #PerformanceCruiser #HarbourMasters

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My guest: Hugo Ortega — new bosun from on Below Deck Season 12 🚤 + founder of Superyacht Sunday School. We’ll talk: ✨ Life on superyachts ✨ Skills for sailing & charters ✨ Reality vs. real life on the water 🎙️ LIVE Wed, , 8/20/25, 6pm CT 📍 @SaltyAbandon (FB, IG, X) 📍 @SVSaltyAbandon (YouTube) 👉https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcastHugo #SaltyPodcast #SaltyAbandon #BelowDeck #HugoOrtega #SailingPodcast #RealityVsRealLife

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