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This Is My Home Now

1 October 2026 · 11 min · 2K views · Lake Champlain

What this video covers

A MacGregor sailboat anchored on Lake Champlain experiences interior leaks during heavy rainstorms, specifically near the mast compression post.1:38 The owner notes that the boat’s design allows water ingress during significant downpours, a known issue for the model.1:57 While anchored, the boat faces challenges with insect infestations, prompting plans to acquire fly traps and electric zappers.4:01 The owner manages boat maintenance and video editing tasks while living aboard, noting the convenience of easy shore access.3:19 During a period of unsettled weather, the owner re-anchors the vessel to increase scope and improve orientation to the wind, opting for a single-anchor setup rather than the multi-anchor configuration used on a previous boat.9:47 The vessel remains on the lake with plans to transit toward Burlington for further exploration.5:40

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