The Lazy Geckos ™ video

We're on a Deserted Island...AND Keeping a Failure Secret! Lazy Gecko Sailing Ep. 269

September 14, 2023 · 13 min · 58K views · Marquesas Keys, Florida

What this video covers

The crew of the 8-year liveaboard vessel *Calypso* anchors 20 miles west of Key West, Florida, to explore a deserted island via their dinghy, *Taco*.3:10 During the transit, the crew manages a refrigeration failure after the freezer temperature rises to 51.4 degrees Fahrenheit, forcing them to transfer perishables to an external refrigerator.7:19 The following morning, the crew attempts to deploy a furling spinnaker for the first time while sailing 40 miles toward the Dry Tortugas.11:13 The sail immediately twists due to improper handling, leading the crew to abandon the maneuver and stow the gear.11:31 The passage continues in light winds, accompanied by dolphin sightings near the vessel.11:19 The crew notes the need for further instruction on operating the furling spinnaker system.11:31

Watch on YouTube

More from The Lazy Geckos ™

10 Years Aboard and We're Finally Learning How To Relax! - The Lazy Geckos Ep. 365Oct 2026The Captain Put Her to Work - The Lazy Geckos Ep. 364Sep 2026Trying to Motivate The Captain! - The Lazy Geckos Ep. 363Sep 2026Downwind Sailing Never Looked This Good!- - The Lazy Geckos Ep. 362Sep 2026

From The Lazy Geckos ™ — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analyzed video.

The Sailing Directory Newsletter

One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.

Report an issue