S1, Ep2 Back to the Beginning
May 25, 2024 · 14 min · 1K views · San Diego
What this video covers
Tim and Jess purchase a 34-foot ocean-cruising sailboat for $5,000 from a Craigslist seller in Long Beach, California.3:44 The boat sits in a paid parking lot under threat of towing, requiring immediate removal.4:37 To transport the vessel, the couple acquires a used outrigger canoe trailer and performs extensive modifications in the marina parking lot.7:02 They replace the trailer tires with six Load Range E tires, repair the lighting, and weld custom steel supports to accommodate the boat's hull.7:26 The project requires a generator, welder, chop saw, and angle grinder to complete the structural adjustments in a single day.13:16 Before the boat can arrive at their home, the couple clears backyard space by selling a smaller sailboat, removing a woodpile, and spreading compost.7:50 They also trim trees and repair a disabled hybrid vehicle to clear the driveway for the new arrival.8:29 The process involves registering the vessel with the Coast Guard rather than the DMV.5:08
More from Sailing Into the Mystic
From Sailing Into the Mystic — 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.