Sailing Zephyr

An adventurous couple from Australia who bought a sailboat on the other side of the world. With no clue on how to sail, we left our desk jobs, sold everything we had and bet everything on a sailboat called Zephyr. With your support, every week we will share our adventures, hilarious moments and amazing sights from the places we visit. Along the way, we hope to inspire awareness in marine conserv…

Bahamas· Jun 2026

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We Finally Fixed the Worst-Looking Part of Our Boat Ep. 277A 1996 Venetia 42 catamaran receives a custom lazy bag and mast-mounted pulleys to reduce line chafe.Jun 12, 2026 · Bahamas

PublishedJun 12, 2026

Duration16:36

Views3K

LocationBahamas

We Somehow Made It To The Bahamas...Then The Boat Work Started - Ep.276Zephyr reaches Marsh Harbor and installs a Sunrise Yacht Products 1¼-inch Ultra Pro catamaran trampoline.Jun 5, 2026 · Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas

PublishedJun 5, 2026

Duration12:20

Views3K

LocationMarsh Harbour, The Bahamas

Our New Boat Finally Hits The Water - Ep. 275A 1996 Venetia 42 catamaran completes a 40-mile shakedown cruise despite a port engine cooling system failure.May 29, 2026

PublishedMay 29, 2026

Duration14:06

Views5K

The Reality of Getting This Boat Ready - Ep. 274A catamaran owner uses earmuffs to test sail drive engines while the boat remains in the yard.May 22, 2026 · New Bern, North Carolina

PublishedMay 22, 2026

Duration17:01

Views4K

LocationNew Bern, North Carolina

We Disappeared For 13 Months...Then This Happened - Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 273A 1996 Fountain Pajot 42 catamaran is refitted for long-term cruising and potential charter operations.May 15, 2026 · New Bern, North Carolina

PublishedMay 15, 2026

Duration20:54

Views6K

LocationNew Bern, North Carolina

Small Catamaran or Big Monohull...BUYING a USED Boat and We Have NO Clue What We WANT - Ep. 272James and Natalie compare a 40-foot Fountaine Pajot catamaran and a 51-foot Sun Odyssey monohull for purchase.Apr 25, 2025

PublishedApr 25, 2025

Duration10:39

Views5K

We Know We’re Sailing Fast When Our Dog’s Ears Are Flapping Like Crazy - Ep. 271James and Natalie demonstrate a line-flaking technique to prevent clutch jams while sailing Zephyr in the Bahamas.Mar 28, 2025 · Hope Town, Bahamas

PublishedMar 28, 2025

Duration17:03

Views3K

LocationHope Town, Bahamas

Let’s Get This Boat on a Lean: Epic Sailing Through the Bahamas! - Ep. 270James and Natalie sail Zephyr from Florida to the Bahamas, clearing customs via the Click2Clear system.Mar 21, 2025 · North Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedMar 21, 2025

Duration13:51

Views2K

LocationNorth Abaco, Bahamas

Wing-on-Wing Sailing and a Bridge Fail on Our Way to Florida - Ep. 269The crew of Zephyr navigates a bridge delay and a storm while sailing wing-on-wing toward Fernandina Beach.Mar 14, 2025 · Charleston, United States

PublishedMar 14, 2025

Duration14:53

Views2K

LocationCharleston, United States

Emergency Haul Out: Fixing Our Boat’s Shaft Seal & Coupling to Stop Us Sinking - Ep. 268The crew of Zephyr replaces a leaking shaft seal and aligns the engine to four-thousandths-inch tolerance.Mar 7, 2025

PublishedMar 7, 2025

Duration18:49

Views5K

Engine Flooding Disaster on Zephyr: The Worst Problem We’ve Faced Yet! - Ep. 267The crew of Zephyr performed an emergency haul-out to replace a leaking Volvo shaft seal in North Carolina.Feb 28, 2025 · Beaufort, United States

PublishedFeb 28, 2025

Duration22:29

Views4K

LocationBeaufort, United States

Boat Upgrades Before Our Southern Sailing Adventure | Lewmar Blocks & New Salon Cushions - Ep. 266The crew installs Lewmar 60mm triple blocks to improve the mechanical advantage of their dinghy davit system.Feb 21, 2025 · New Bern, United States

PublishedFeb 21, 2025

Duration19:14

Views4K

LocationNew Bern, United States

Modifying a BENETEAU OCEANIS 43 Salon | We NEED more Space | Sailing Zephyr - Ep.265Owners of a Beneteau Oceanis 43 relocate a portable fridge-freezer to the salon to reclaim cabin space.Dec 20, 2024 · New Bern, United States

PublishedDec 20, 2024

Duration20:56

Views4K

LocationNew Bern, United States

New OUTBOARD MOTOR Setup, TEST & Review | Simple Boat Life - Ep. 264The crew installs a 15-horsepower Yamaha four-stroke outboard on their Highfield tender to improve planing performance.Dec 6, 2024

PublishedDec 6, 2024

Duration29:41

Views3K

Teak Restoration on a SAILBOAT Part 2 | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 263The crew restores teak toe rails on Zephyr using TotalBoat teak oil after sanding and cleaning the wood.Nov 29, 2024

PublishedNov 29, 2024

Duration15:04

Views3K

RESTORING TEAK on a SAILBOAT | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 262The crew of Zephyr restores 86 feet of teak toe rails using stain to improve deck safety.Nov 22, 2024

PublishedNov 22, 2024

Duration18:14

Views3K

Simple LIVING on a SAILBOAT | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 261James cleans the cockpit and plans upholstery repairs for the salon cushions aboard the sailboat Zephyr.Nov 15, 2024

PublishedNov 15, 2024

Duration19:13

Views3K

No BullS#!T......Just THANK YOU! | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 260The crew of Zephyr repairs a malfunctioning windlass in New Bern by cleaning out calcified debris and grease.Nov 8, 2024 · New Bern, United States

PublishedNov 8, 2024

Duration21:51

Views3K

LocationNew Bern, United States

Not Doing this will COST You THOUSANDS of $$$$$$ | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 259Replacing engine mounts on a 14-year-old Yanmar engine prevents vibration and potential damage to the prop shaft.Oct 25, 2024

PublishedOct 25, 2024

Duration20:29

Views4K

We Visit the ABANDONED BENETEAU Sailboat Factory & REPLACE our WATER TANK | Sailing Zephyr - Ep.258Replacing a leaking water tank on a Beneteau Oceanis 43 using factory-direct parts and a T-valve modification.Oct 18, 2024 · Marion, United States

PublishedOct 18, 2024

Duration23:35

Views19K

LocationMarion, United States

How LONG does it Take to ABANDON SHIP? | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 257A couple tests their abandon-ship readiness by running a timed emergency drill aboard their sailboat, Zephyr.Oct 11, 2024

PublishedOct 11, 2024

Duration22:25

Views5K

Boat Life = Endless Projects! Anchor Chain Fix, New Floors & New Water Tank -Ep. 256The crew of Zephyr reverses their 250-foot anchor chain and orders a replacement water tank from Beneteau.Oct 4, 2024

PublishedOct 4, 2024

Duration14:10

Views3K

Our Biggest Non-Sailing Investment Yet! | Surprise Purchase Revealed! - Ep.255The crew of Zephyr purchased a 2016 Ford Escape SE to improve land-based mobility while cruising the U.S.Sep 27, 2024 · Chatham County, United States

PublishedSep 27, 2024

Duration14:57

Views3K

LocationChatham County, United States

Intracoastal Waterway (ICW)...Is it worth the HOURS on our Sailboat ENGINE? |Sailing Zephyr - Ep.254The crew of Zephyr completes an ICW transit to New Bern, North Carolina, for upcoming boat maintenance.Sep 20, 2024 · Pamlico County, United States

PublishedSep 20, 2024

Duration12:40

Views5K

LocationPamlico County, United States

Sailing to a Deadline: Breaking Our Own Rules at Sea - Ep. 253The crew of Zephyr navigates the ICW after abandoning an offshore passage due to equipment failure.Sep 13, 2024 · Saint Augustine, United States

PublishedSep 13, 2024

Duration18:01

Views3K

LocationSaint Augustine, United States

Swimming in the Middle of Nowhere! Epic Last Days on the Grand Bahama Bank - Ep. 252The crew of Zephyr navigates the Whale Cay Cut and plans a landfall in West Palm Beach, Florida.Aug 30, 2024 · City of Freeport, Bahamas

PublishedAug 30, 2024

Duration17:16

Views3K

LocationCity of Freeport, Bahamas

Braving Hurricane Ernesto's Aftermath: Tough Decisions Ahead & Our Dog's First Catch! - Ep. 251Zephyr crew weighs a direct offshore passage against an ICW route to avoid Hurricane Ernesto's swell.Aug 23, 2024 · Hope Town, Bahamas

PublishedAug 23, 2024

Duration16:27

Views3K

LocationHope Town, Bahamas

Zephyr's Makeover & Our Next Destination! Off-Season Plans Revealed | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 250The crew of Zephyr prepares for a major refit in the United States after departing the Bahamas.Aug 16, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedAug 16, 2024

Duration18:04

Views3K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

Potential Hurricane 🌀 Incoming! Is Our Mast Ready? | Critical Boat Checks | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 249The crew of Zephyr inspects their mast and sanitizes water tanks to prepare for a potential hurricane.Aug 9, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedAug 9, 2024

Duration23:46

Views3K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

Why Are We Always the Smallest Boat in the Marina? Our New Addition Makes Up for It! - Ep. 248The crew replaces a leaking water pump on a Yanmar 4JH4A engine aboard the sailboat Zephyr.Aug 2, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedAug 2, 2024

Duration15:48

Views3K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

Sailboat Upgrade: Installing a New Engine Water Pump, Saying Goodbye to Coolant Leaks - Ep. 247James and Natalie replace a leaking Yanmar engine water pump on their sailboat Zephyr in Marsh Harbour.Jul 26, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedJul 26, 2024

Duration18:36

Views3K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

Out of Water Aboard Our Sailboat! | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 246The crew of Zephyr replaces a failed Shurflo feed pump to restore their Spectra Ventura 150 watermaker.Jul 19, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedJul 19, 2024

Duration21:40

Views2K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

Boat Life = Engine Troubles in Bahamas 🇧🇸- Ep. 245The crew of Zephyr diagnoses a cracked engine water pump seal while anchored in the Bahamas.Jul 12, 2024 · Central Andros, Bahamas

PublishedJul 12, 2024

Duration17:33

Views4K

LocationCentral Andros, Bahamas

Surviving Our First Bahamas Hurricane Season 🌪️ | Hurricane Plan - Ep. 244The crew of Zephyr maintains a multi-tiered hurricane plan including transit routes to North Carolina and Jacksonville.Jun 28, 2024 · Mangrove Cay, Bahamas

PublishedJun 28, 2024

Duration18:58

Views4K

LocationMangrove Cay, Bahamas

Secluded Island Birthday Celebration aboard Zephyr - Ep. 243The crew of Zephyr attempts to seal a cracked water tank using G/flex 655 thickened epoxy.Jun 21, 2024

PublishedJun 21, 2024

Duration18:07

Views3K

Epic Snorkeling at Fowl Cay Reef & Water Maker Crisis! - Ep. 242The crew of Zephyr troubleshoots a stalling high-pressure water maker pump while anchored near Fowl Cay Reef.Jun 14, 2024 · South Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedJun 14, 2024

Duration17:54

Views4K

LocationSouth Abaco, Bahamas

Fixing a SAILBOAT TOILET...Is this the WORST JOB on a SAILBOAT? | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 241The crew of Zephyr replaces a 14-year-old manual toilet pump assembly to resolve calcification and plastic fatigue.Jun 7, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedJun 7, 2024

Duration14:05

Views2K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

2-Stroke vs. 4-Stroke Outboard: Choosing the Best Engine for Our Sailing Life- Ep. 240The crew of Zephyr compares two-stroke and four-stroke outboard motors for their daily-use tender in The Bahamas.May 31, 2024 · Mangrove Cay, Bahamas

PublishedMay 31, 2024

Duration15:33

Views4K

LocationMangrove Cay, Bahamas

Sailing DIY: Repairing Our Sailboat Dodger | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 239The crew of Zephyr uses a Sailrite LSZ-1 sewing machine to replace broken dodger zippers in Marsh Harbour.May 24, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedMay 24, 2024

Duration14:28

Views3K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

Sailing Maintenance: Upgrading to an Electric Toilet on our Sailboat - Ep. 238The crew of Zephyr installs a Jabsco electric toilet conversion kit while anchored in Marsh Harbour.May 17, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedMay 17, 2024

Duration23:15

Views4K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

Navigating 11ft Waves: Engine Starvation at Sea - Ep. 237Zephyr experiences engine failure from fuel starvation while transiting 11-foot waves in the Whale Cay Cut.May 10, 2024 · Green Turtle Cay, Bahamas

PublishedMay 10, 2024

Duration13:11

Views9K

LocationGreen Turtle Cay, Bahamas

Ocean Bounty: Sustaining Ourselves Off Our Catch in the Bahamas - Ep. 236James cleans a clogged diesel fuel pickup tube on Zephyr after engine hesitations occur in the Bahamas.May 3, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedMay 3, 2024

Duration12:11

Views3K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

Alone in Untouched Paradise | Sailing to Remote Cays - Ep. 235The crew of Zephyr anchors at Allen's Pensacola in the Abacos to explore remote trails and hunt lobster.Apr 26, 2024 · North Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedApr 26, 2024

Duration15:11

Views6K

LocationNorth Abaco, Bahamas

We are the Captains Now: Taking Control of Sailing Duties - Ep. 234The crew of *Zephyr* completes a circumnavigation of Grand Bahama and the Abacos after a 50-mile passage.Apr 19, 2024 · City of Freeport, Bahamas

PublishedApr 19, 2024

Duration13:23

Views3K

LocationCity of Freeport, Bahamas

Sailboat Surrounded by Sperm Whales in the Bahamas - Ep. 233The crew of *Zephyr* sails 120 nautical miles from Little Harbour to Freeport during an overnight passage.Apr 12, 2024 · South Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedApr 12, 2024

Duration21:34

Views4K

LocationSouth Abaco, Bahamas

Bracing for Impact: Battling 45 Knot Winds - Ep. 232Zephyr seeks shelter at Conch Inn Marina in Marsh Harbour to recharge batteries during a 45-knot storm.Apr 5, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedApr 5, 2024

Duration17:07

Views4K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

WEATHER in the BAHAMAS is MESSED UP this Season - Ep. 231The crew of Zephyr secures their anchor and deck gear before a 30-knot squall in Marsh Harbour.Mar 29, 2024 · South Andros, Bahamas

PublishedMar 29, 2024

Duration19:10

Views4K

LocationSouth Andros, Bahamas

SAILING Our BENETEAU Past its LIMITS...Fastest Sail on Zephyr - Ep. 230The crew of Zephyr achieves speeds over 9 knots while navigating shallow, reef-lined passages in the Abacos.Mar 22, 2024 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedMar 22, 2024

Duration14:19

Views4K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

Sailing Towards the Best Cruiser Beach in the Abacos - Ep. 229The crew of Zephyr explores the historic, kerosene-fueled Elbow Reef Lighthouse in Hope Town, Abacos.Mar 15, 2024 · Hope Town, Bahamas

PublishedMar 15, 2024

Duration14:05

Views4K

LocationHope Town, Bahamas

No Engine, No Worries...Time To Sail Off Our Anchor - Ep. 228The crew of Zephyr replaces a dead starter battery after successfully sailing off their anchor in Marsh Harbour.Mar 8, 2024 · North Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedMar 8, 2024

Duration18:42

Views4K

LocationNorth Abaco, Bahamas

Sailing the Infamous Whale Cay Cut to Top 10 Most Beautiful Beach - Ep. 227Navigating the Whale Cay Cut requires settled weather and careful tidal timing to avoid dangerous Atlantic rollers.Mar 1, 2024 · North Abaco, Bahamas

PublishedMar 1, 2024

Duration13:28

Views4K

LocationNorth Abaco, Bahamas

Surviving a Terrifying Anchor Drag at 2 AM: Battling 35 Knot Winds - Ep. 226A sailboat drags anchor in 35-knot winds at White Sound, Green Turtle Cay, requiring a nighttime reset.Feb 23, 2024 · Green Turtle Cay, Bahamas

PublishedFeb 23, 2024

Duration16:08

Views5K

LocationGreen Turtle Cay, Bahamas

Arriving in the Bahamas on our Sailboat: Cold Surprise | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 225The crew of Zephyr crosses the Gulf Stream to the Bahamas and navigates the shallow Indian Cut.Feb 16, 2024 · West Palm Beach, United States

PublishedFeb 16, 2024

Duration15:03

Views9K

LocationWest Palm Beach, United States

Close Call at ANCHOR: Sailboat BREAKS Free & Narrowly Avoids Collisions with Two Others! - Ep. 224The crew of Zephyr monitors anchor drag and navigates 7-foot following seas during a coastal Florida passage.Feb 9, 2024 · Vero Beach, United States

PublishedFeb 9, 2024

Duration14:36

Views4K

LocationVero Beach, United States

Facing Nature's Fury: Battening Down the Hatches as Storm Approaches on Our Sailboat - Ep. 223Feb 2, 2024

PublishedFeb 2, 2024

Duration16:11

Views4K

Digger Rescue Mission for Stranded Sailboat - Ep. 222Jan 26, 2024

PublishedJan 26, 2024

Duration20:06

Views19K

Docking Drama: Conquering Currents, Battling the Wind and an Unexpected Guest aboard - Ep. 221Jan 19, 2024

PublishedJan 19, 2024

Duration15:12

Views3K

Anchors Aweigh: The Crucial Role of Your Sailboat's Anchor: Upgrading from Old to New! ⛵️- Ep. 220Jan 12, 2024

PublishedJan 12, 2024

Duration18:11

Views4K

Near COLLISION in FOG Scares the S#!T out of US | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 219Jan 5, 2024

PublishedJan 5, 2024

Duration15:12

Views5K

Close Calls at Sea: Navigational Nerve-Wracking Moments with a Cargo Ship Captain - Ep. 218Dec 29, 2023

PublishedDec 29, 2023

Duration19:19

Views5K

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