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Living aboard a 27-ft Grinde in Ekis, Indonesia, requires constant maintenance and creative problem-solving to manage life in a remote anchorage. During the wet season, the crew mitigates high cabin temperatures by fabricating hatch covers for ventilation during rain.1:13 To prevent egg breakage in a rolly anchorage, they use plastic bags as a cushioned nest inside a storage bucket.4:28 Other onboard repairs include using epoxy to fix a damaged surfboard and a souvenir, and modifying a plastic water jerry by drilling a vent hole with a heated sail needle to improve flow.2:00 The crew also sews a custom suspension hood for a hat to improve visibility and sun protection.17:28 Daily logistics involve managing limited internet access via local SIM cards and sourcing fresh water from shore-based trucks.9:54 Surfing and free diving provide recreation during periods of low swell.20:27 The transition from land-based life back to the boat emphasizes the cathartic nature of physical, task-oriented labor compared to digital administrative work.7:52

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