Stella Overboardvideo
Living on a Sailboat in Our 20s | Off-Grid Storms, Islands & Boat Projects
10 September 2025 · 12 min · 12K views · Malaysia
What this video covers
Camille Milligan and Jesse sail their boat, Stella, around Langkawi Island, Malaysia, to test new equipment including davits, electrics, and a True Kit Tender.▶ 0:19 The crew navigates the "hole in the wall" mangrove forest and explores sea caves by tender before encountering a severe storm while at anchor.▶ 3:02 During the circumnavigation of the island, the jib furler jams due to an incorrectly wrapped sail, forcing Jesse to climb the rig to troubleshoot the rigging.▶ 8:56 The crew also manages a total battery system failure and uses sail grease to maintain crunchy deck hardware.▶ 8:05 After completing the loop around Langkawi, the boat returns to the marina for further repairs.▶ 11:57 The experience highlights the challenges of managing new boat systems and rigging while living off-grid with a cat on board.
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