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This is SO much easier than Sailing! - Lazy Gecko Sailing VLOG 233
October 13, 2022 · 19 min · 648K views
What this video covers
The owners of the sailboat Calypso purchase a motorhome to serve as a land-based residence during hurricane seasons and future travel.2:32 During a six-day shakedown trip to Virginia, the crew learns to operate the vehicle’s onboard systems, including shoreline power connections, leveling jacks, and a Wi-Fi Ranger signal booster.9:37 They troubleshoot a satellite TV dish by adjusting internal receiver switches to toggle between DirecTV and DISH Network signals.11:33 The crew also utilizes a Magma 10-piece nesting cookware set, noting its compatibility with both the RV and the boat due to its compact, detachable-handle design.12:42 Maintenance tasks include flushing the RV’s gray and black water holding tanks at a dump station.15:41 The transition from boat to RV living simplifies daily chores like organizing and cleaning, though the crew notes the RV lacks the soundproofing of their vessel.15:10 The trip concludes with preparations for a return to the boat and an upcoming passage to the Bahamas, requiring adherence to international health certificate and COVID-19 testing protocols.17:17
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