Sailing La Vagabonde · video

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The crew of La Vagabonde is currently off their boat in Malaysia while a new 54-horsepower Yanmar diesel engine is installed under warranty.2:05 This replacement follows the failure of their previous engine.2:10 Before leaving the vessel, the crew removed the structural jib, which required hoisting Riley up the mast to unlash it, so the sail could be shipped overseas for recutting.2:20 The crew spent much of 2023 sailing in Indonesia on a 35-foot sailboat, visiting the Annapolis Boat Show, and exploring Phuket, Thailand.6:21 They are currently transitioning to a more sustainable production schedule for their channel to manage burnout.7:34 For homeschooling and social connection, they utilise Khan Academy and the Sea People app to locate other families cruising with children.16:52 Future plans include developing a consistent fitness routine for the boat using calisthenics and bodyweight exercises.18:38 The crew confirmed they have no plans for a third child and intend to continue their current lifestyle of full-time cruising indefinitely.26:25

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