Sailing SV Cordeliavideo
We Gave Up Sailing, Here's Why
February 1, 2024 · 17 min · 993 views · Dorset
What this video covers
Steve and Annette, owners of the yacht SV Cordelia, have temporarily returned to the United Kingdom to support family and seek employment.0:20 To fund a new dinghy and anchor chain for their boat, Steve has returned to work at a boatyard in Southampton.4:27 While living ashore, the couple purchased a motorhome to maintain a nautical lifestyle, utilizing 12-volt systems and a galley-style kitchen.1:47 During their first trip to Lulworth Cove and the Jurassic Coast in Dorset, they encountered difficulties with poor Starlink connectivity and limited parking infrastructure.11:05 While attempting to park near Studland, the motorhome became stuck in mud, requiring assistance from bystanders to recover the vehicle.14:06 The couple continues to manage their transition between land-based living and their long-term sailing plans.
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