A Day in the Life- Albin Vega Sailboat Velocir 1.20.2012

Our first video blog.
A day in Marsh Harbour, Abacos, Bahamas aboard our Albin Vega Velocir.
We worked on projects such as the bilge pump and fishing setup, went on a grocery run, filled up propane and gasoline and then ended the day with dinner and a cold beer Amelia brought from her trip to Seattle.
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[SuperMichael678]

i have now watched all your videos in this series and i must say that i love them all, very well done and excellent footage. may i ask what camera you are using? i dont own a boat as of yet, im taking my time and trying to find the perfect fit for us. i have a 4 year old and i want to get him sailing at a young age.

[svvelocir]

Thank you for your comment, we appreciate it! Our camera is an Olympus Tough 610. It has treated us well. But, if my little laptop could support HD I would probably get a GoPro.

[Simon Fransson]

whats the average price to lay in a harbour in the us?

[svvelocir]

Hi, thanks for the comment. It depends on the length of your boat and location, but typically: to keep your boat in an anchorage in the US is usually free, unless regulated by local government which is common in big cities. Some cities have moorings, about $20-30/day with long term rates. Marinas are about $2 a foot or more for transient, with weekly, monthly and yearly rates. Additional fees for living aboard your boat in a marina. Generally, big cities cost more. Hope this helps!!

[unclegeemus]

I was right! He is fixing stuff! And, getting around on a zodiac holy moly this is true daily life on a boat trip I am tripping over myself very impressed. The lady part is still amazing with the lids on stuff and the vacuuming right away. Keep making these they are super mellow and unpretentious.

[svvelocir]

Thanks for the comment. We actually share many duties. We both steer, navigate, trim sails, set anchor, clean and so on. Our division of labor is based more on what we like: she is a way better cook than I am and loves to do it, while I love to build and fix. On many boats we see, the husband is definitely the captain, but we both have our captains licenses and it's her boat!

[onlyinthedark1982]

Holy Crud did you say bananas... I cant believe velocir did not sink to the bottom... I go ape sh@t if my wife tryed to bring them on my boat..

[TheJamesMeister]

Thanks for a great vid!

Might I suggest serving pork chops or better yet pork tenderloin prepared as a mini-roast seasoned with no more than rock salt and cracked pepper seared on a skillet and served on a bed of potato and canned pear mash with a hint of rosemary. I think you'll find it quite rewarding.

Pan searing pork and then adding a little cream, apple cider and thyme served on a mash of potato and canned stewed apple is also a very rewarding meal.

Keep the vids coming!

[Iaapwm]

Banana on a boat!!!! I do not think it is a myth but I understand that the banana makes other food ripen much faster. This was the reason in the old days that the ships would not store bananas. Great inspirational video,,, Many thanks

[Diddies3000]

Great tips, thank you for the video! I can't wait to take an extended cruise, planning and saving my butt off. Keep the videos coming... I can sit at my desk and work away while living vicariously through your voyage!

[pperez069]

Thanks for your tips.

[Kent May]

I just got a 25 Weatherly, plan to trade up soon but your journey's detail give me a great blueprint as to what to change in the Weatherly and future boats. Please keep sailing and posting :)