PAT | FRANKIE · video

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After one year of full-time cruising, the crew of a monohull reflects on the transition from land-based life to living aboard.Watch They emphasize that the most significant challenge is managing expectations, noting that the reality of boat maintenance, technical repairs, and constant adaptation often differs from initial plans.5:04 The pair highlights the importance of communication and patience, observing that their ability to enjoy the lifestyle improved significantly after the first six to seven months.8:57 They credit their sailing instructor with helping them find their current boat, which they purchased after deciding against a catamaran.14:45 Future plans include a haul-out for maintenance in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, followed by an Atlantic crossing in late November via the ARC, with long-term goals of sailing to the Caribbean and eventually Panama.24:24 They acknowledge that while sailing itself is challenging, the logistical and personal demands of the lifestyle are often more difficult to navigate.23:42

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