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We were NOT ready for THIS! ❄️☃️ (will it wreck our barn build?) Ep 339
October 16, 2025 · 20 min · 111K views · Montana
Crew guides steel rafter into place with crane
What this video covers
The crew of Sailing Zatara is constructing a 6,400-square-foot barn in Montana, performing most of the labor themselves to save an estimated $350,000 to $400,000 in construction and contractor costs.17:32 The project includes installing radiant floor heating, electrical systems, and a 1,000-gallon septic system with a 200-foot leach field.17:05 After two weeks of framing, the team completed the main structural skeleton, including rafters, girts, and purlins, while preparing for the installation of three overhead doors and $23,000 worth of windows.10:24 The build site at 5,700 feet elevation experienced its first snowfall on October 5th, though the structure remained weatherproof.3:24 Future heating plans involve a multi-source system using propane-fired boilers, a wood-fired boiler, and fireplaces.18:34 Despite the ongoing land-based project, the family intends to return to their boat to cross the Pacific next year.18:53 The crew also promotes the Blue Water Cruising Summit, scheduled for January 22–24 at Hawks Key, as a resource for prospective cruisers.19:03
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