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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Alexander Marine are proud to present this 2017 Maritimo S59 to the market as worldwide central agents. 'Arwen' is presented in immaculate condition having been lightly used and professionally maintained by her one owner. New boat buyers are encouraged to consider this turn key vessel available for immediate delivery. The Maritimo S59 model is a 'beamy' single level, three cabin, two bathroom vessel with broad appeal. The S59 fits a niche market where boaties either have bridges to navigate to reach their home berths, or who prefer the functionality, ease of ownership and social benefits of single level boating. No more flybridge clears to keep clean! The S59 features a full beam midship master cabin, which is a hallmark of the Maritimo range, a VIP cabin with an island double bed and a third bunk cabin. Her walk around decks make access around the boat easy, as does the convenient helm door for the skipper when docking. In addition to the noticeable beam of 'Arwen', she also features a large electrically opening lazerette similar to that provided on the larger M64 cruising motor yacht and also the M51. This huge storage space is perfect for all the water toys you could want, and for additional stowage generally. The Seakeeper Gyro stabilizer is installed in this area for stability underway and at rest. The cockpit is accessed from both sides with openings to the upgraded hi/lo hydraulic swim platform. Other notable equipment items onboard 'Arwen' include Satellite TV, Idromar watermaker, Miele galley applicances, Zodiac liferaft, saloon sunroof and her AB RIB. Maritimo's race proven shaft drive technology reduces fuel consumption and gives the peace of mind of lower maintenance costs and increased longevity of ownership. Like its two level sibling the S59 has all the attributes of the Maritimo brand and will be equally at home cruising Sydney Harbour, Moreton Bay, the Great Loop in the US and other great waterways of the world. Disclaimer: All specifications in this presentation are provided for information only and particulars herein are obtained from sources believed to be correct, but not guaranteed. Buyers should satisfy themselves with respect to accuracy. To find out more or to talk to one of our Yacht Sales Executives, visit www.alexandermarineaust.com.au or call +61 (0)7 5618 0000.

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day 15 sailing from Chile to Panama 🗺️ sailed: 1.690 nn 🌎 to destination: 510 nm 🌬️ avg. on day: 9 kts ⛵️ avg. on day: 4,2 kts ☸️ steering wire still holding 💪 Stay Salty, Greta and Michael on Zambezi ps: in our link in bio you can find the Ocean Crossing Bundle which includes everything you need to know for offshore sailing ⛵️ pps: kitchenware from @marinebusinessbarcelona #offshoresailing #sailing #catamaran #sailinglife #sailingadventure #oceansailing

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Why R2AK's (Race to Alaska) First Stage is Crucial! #sailing #boat #shorts

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