Episode #158 August Rain
8 August 2018 · 10 min · 7K views · Neuse River
What this video covers
Vince and Amy are currently delayed in a marina on the Neuse River in eastern North Carolina due to a persistent pattern of thunderstorms and lightning.6:44 They intend to move their boat, Nervous- Starting Over!, to Deaton Yacht Center for a haul-out and bottom paint, but the three-hour transit remains unsafe during the current weather conditions.6:11 The yard allows owners to perform their own bottom work, which is a primary factor in their selection.6:12 While waiting for a weather window, the couple is evaluating whether to invest in significant repairs for their current vessel or to purchase a different boat.7:45 They are specifically assessing the costs of addressing issues with the anchoring system, rigging, water systems, and climate control against the potential benefits of upgrading to a better-equipped model.1:51 They are also considering the logistics of pulling the mast to repair the anchor light and wind instrument.7:17
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