Thank you SO MUCH for all your positive comments on this video. We were honestly bracing for a barrage of negative comments about our decision to ship rather than sail, based on comments on previous videos. Really appreciate all the support and encouragement! xx
@dsfsdfdsfsdf9806
2 күн бұрын
You gotta love the KZitem censorship
@marcellacruser951
23 күн бұрын
It's your boat, it's your time, it's your business and none of mine. I just count us lucky that you take us along. I'm glad you're both there safe and sound, and that RR2 is not too horribly damaged. Can't wait to see what you get up to now. It's going to be gorgeous!
@dantoddruns
23 күн бұрын
One thing they didn’t say but likely considered was the health of Nick’s parents now versus 2 to 3 years from now. I suspect he wants to share the experience of cruising with them and the time to do that is now. The value of that is priceless.
@SeekerKC
23 күн бұрын
I don't understand how some people believe that it's _any_ of their business whether you chose to transport or sail *your own freaking boat!* Honestly! For others to have such strong feelings about it that you felt the need to address your decision, or more specifically, _defend it,_ absolutely boggles my mind!
@daveamies5031
23 күн бұрын
I Agree, those who make such strong stands are welcome to sail that route themselves in their own boat, I say to people you don't really know which way you'd go until faced with risking your own hard earned on the decision.
@sailingrubyrose
20 күн бұрын
Thank you mate!
@TheBajamin
17 күн бұрын
Then maybe they shouldn’t post their life online on a site that literally promotes engagement lol. Why do you people think others can’t have an opinion when they put their lives online for public consumption?!?!
@SeekerKC
17 күн бұрын
@@TheBajamin "Invites engagement" isn't a hall pass for people to be assh0les.
@SteinVarjord
17 күн бұрын
@@TheBajaminThe point isn’t that it’s not ok to have an opinion. Interaction is good, if it’s good interaction. The problem is that it’s not okay to be a moron or a f**king asshole, no matter what circumstances. Sadly, the people fitting those descriptions seem to think that the internet is a “carte blanche” for anything they want to puke out. Also, it seems, the less a person knows and understands about a topic, the stronger the opinions. I’m a very experienced sailor and cruiser, but no youtuber. If I were, I think my patience might run very low on some of the people commenting. I think I might be demonetised quite a few times from telling them that in no uncertain terms. I just don’t like sh*t people. So I’ll probably never be a youtuber. Probably to the benefit of everyone. 😅
@AtomicOverdrive
23 күн бұрын
Those welding sparks are not an accident. Any welder knows you cant just weld next to anything, much less a FIBERGLASS BOAT and the sparks and smoke not damage it. The sparks are essentially cooked into the gel coat. Who ever was in charge of the welder needs fired. Its not an accident, its pure laziness. They make welding blankets for a damn reason.
@gbsailing9436
23 күн бұрын
Top comment! But how could it have gotten EVERYWHERE -both above and underneath the boat is my question? Plus there is the REAL risk of fire if they are welding THAT close to the boat the sparks can land everywhere....🧐🤔
@davidpearson7817
23 күн бұрын
The cradles that the yachts sit in are welded onto the deck to stop them moving around during shipping and then removed with a grinder... you might think they would put up some protection, but these ships are under a lot of pressure to get moving again...
@gbsailing9436
23 күн бұрын
@@davidpearson7817 Ah I see, thanks for that clarification.!
@fishorcutb8
23 күн бұрын
Not only welding sparks but also the cutting wheels used to cut the welds off after while they remove the supports that were welded to the ships deck can cause more damage. Check all windows for pitting as the are also going to get pitting from sparks.
@tm502010
23 күн бұрын
Very great video!! ❤
@JMSummer-qk6qx
23 күн бұрын
Love Nick's honesty. It"s refreshing.
@SuperPirate100
23 күн бұрын
As well as being a yottie I'm a retired ship master, given the time constraints and where you wanted to be and the volatile world we live in now shipping to the Med was a no-brainer . Over my years at sea piracy was a PITA but it's nothing to todays headaches , I'm just glad I'm retired.
@jamesburdett2644
9 күн бұрын
Re the iron oxide/rust spots, there is surprisingly an easy fix. I ground a shackle off my anchor on the foredeck with a grinder peppering the boat with small iron particles. I got distracted and went back a week later and to my dismay, there were rust spots everywhere on the deck. My neighbour in the harbour suggested car brake dust remover. Got Sonax Iron Remover and that contains the magic ingredient, Sodium Thioglycolic acid. It works like an absolute charm. Converts the iron oxide into some bright purple compound that is water soluble that you can hose off
@2212db
26 күн бұрын
I can't believe there are people moaning about how you choose to live your lives. It's almost like they don't have a life of their own and need to try to control the lives of others
@KeithCarmichaelInFL
23 күн бұрын
It’s called armchair quarterbacking. It’s what people without lives choose to push their desires on those who have a life. (Trying not to sound patronizing here, but I probably failed. Please don’t take this negatively, because I didn’t intend it to be that way towards you.)
@firstlast1047
23 күн бұрын
@@2212db Approaching dottage, I have discovered a universal truth. What anyone requests, suggests , demands you to do something, it is what they want. Perhaps you agree, disagree, modify or compromise.
@2212db
23 күн бұрын
@@KeithCarmichaelInFL You nailed it
@0dysseus42
23 күн бұрын
You get a few hundred thousand views in a video, some of those are gonna be nutcases.
@robm.4512
23 күн бұрын
@@0dysseus42That’s a fact.
@myles8520
23 күн бұрын
Probably one of the most informative videos you have made. I learned a lot, particularly the importance of having a really competent Teresa on board.
@segwaytothepicture1109
23 күн бұрын
I don’t care how you chose to get there, you’re there. Hope you two enjoy the waters of Greece and most of all the time you get to spend with your parents.
@searlearnold2867
21 күн бұрын
Sailing for 18 months, 3 ocean crossings, unforeseen expenses, damage and repairs vs shipping over a few weeks, unforeseen damage and repairs. I'd choose shipping too. At least you didn't risk losing a rudder or two to those hooligan orcas in the Eastern Atlantic. Besides, getting to Greece to sail with your family sooner rather than later is as important a reason enough to ship a boat.
@AW-yv9sq
6 күн бұрын
Plus there is a break from the boat. That is always a good idea
@VoyagesofNormanJames
23 күн бұрын
Absolutely agree that you made the right choice. We had intended to ship our Southerly 480 from Phuket to Marmaris but that little thing called COVID got in the way. After 14months of waiting, NZ and Oz showed no sign of opening and we shipped Kered from Golfito in Costa Rica back to the UK where she needed a huge amount of work doing after 3 years of tropical sun and 20KNM. We were fortunate in having no damage, just completely covered in salt crystals. Just finished a loop round the Med and loved it, now back in Gibraltar ready for the next adventures. Enjoy Greece, we thought it was fantastic. Looking forward to your continued travels!!😎⛵️⚓️
@colinboniface194
23 күн бұрын
Really really good overview.... Nick does get excited... Makes for a great video... Not as excited as the diesel run in Malaysia, but worthy none the less... Seems like you both survived the process. Nick, I do hope a vid or two of your work on Vietnam will follow. It's just so interesting to see the work you do there. And it really brings a different aspect to the channel...
@gbsailing9436
23 күн бұрын
LOL. oh that diesel run was priceless...🤣🤣🤣
@Neilhuny
23 күн бұрын
I shouldn't laugh, but those diesel runs were funny! (with hindsight)
@martijnvanbeers5036
23 күн бұрын
Hello Ruby Rose crew, I really hope they can polish away all the rust spots on your boat. I am a metal worker/welder and I know how destructive grinding sparks can be, it literally burns into gelcoat or paint. Also check your windows!! Clean them and them and then feel with your hands. And don't forget to check your stainless steel on spots. We just bought an Amel Super Maramu in Greece and will be sailing there next sept and October. (Samos). Good luck and fair winds.
@philiplougher
23 күн бұрын
I've shipped a (Larger) yacht before and went with it as a "Rider". Throughout the 2 months onboard the ship's crew were treating rust on deck; grinding & painting everyday. Also, depending on the wind direction, the ships exhaust caused black stains on deck. I kept on top of it with daily cleaning otherwise it would have been exactly the same as yours. The only solution would have been to "Wrap it" in plastic (At a cost of several thousand) and even that comes with complications. There's no easy answer to this...
@normanboyes4983
23 күн бұрын
Agreed and grinding sparks can burn through polythene/plastic too.
@ruukee
20 күн бұрын
In my conversation with 7 star, they strongly suggest not wrapping stating that in most cases, the wrap does not survive the journey and causes damage to the tires and other boats as it disembarks on its own accord.
@richardrichard508
20 күн бұрын
Yes there is an easy answer: C/O should ensure cargo is looked after on any ship, and organised the crew appropriately Any grinding of steel should be done in ballast not next to valuable cargo especially in the wind. Each of those particles will rust and damage any surface. This is pure carelessness by people who always have someone else to clean up after them.
@YachtTransport
22 сағат бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience and for choosing Sevenstar Yacht Transport! We're delighted to see the entire transport process featured in your videos. We wish you a fantastic sailing adventure in the Mediterranean and hope you enjoy every moment on the water!
@sailingrubyrose
22 сағат бұрын
Thank you for the exemplary service. We have had full resolution to our issues and your insurance covered our invoices. Thank you for making the process simple and not equivocating over the insurance. While mistakes happen, it is how they are resolved that make a company
@mjkramer4376
23 күн бұрын
Part of being a good Captain is “Risk Management.” You chose a better risk path than trying to sail through what could happen. Kudos. Good judgement over bad ego.
@mikeavino5440
23 күн бұрын
My guess is not welding spots. Smoke from ship diesels has sulfur in it which settles on boat. Salt spray or rain turns sulfur into sulfur dioxide which is an acid & will eat metal, f glass, etc. Check that f glass gel coat is not actually etched/pitted
@normanboyes4983
23 күн бұрын
Where did the iron oxide come from then?
@jptrini1
23 күн бұрын
not a bad theory, especially since underneath the hull had it also,and I guess maybe there may have been possible some sort of iron residue in the exhaust also ?? Sounds plausible
@realulli
16 күн бұрын
@@jptrini1 Engine rich exhaust? SCNR 🙂
@glennburch1081
23 күн бұрын
Fascinating insight worth filing into one's memory banks for future considerations. Well done, well documented. Would be interested in a follow-up on how all of the rust spots, or whatever they are, finally get removed or the paint refinished? Thanks for this post, very informative.
@sailingrubyrose
23 күн бұрын
Yep, follow ups to come.
@AngryWombat8
23 күн бұрын
Can't wait for some Mediterranean sailing videos!
@sailingrubyrose
23 күн бұрын
Next week!
@HGills
22 күн бұрын
I’m going to be jealous
@TomGillis-wx1wr
23 күн бұрын
Your relationship with your wife is just the same as mine is with my wife! I burst out laughing when she shut you down, no comments about “y” certain nations. As to shipping your yacht, not my cup of tea but also not my yacht. I still love your channel and watching your personality work together. And cudos to you for your volunteering work most commendable!
@RustyManisduckman
23 күн бұрын
"Up yours" to the people mad you didn't sail through a war zone. Your lives are way more important than video content. Looking forward to the Med videos.
@johnevans4015
17 күн бұрын
Absolutely angel grinding sparks. And they could have been doing this anywhere on the ship that was up wind from your boat. I put my boat in a marina for a day and a night and came back to find it had blue paint spots everywhere and someone had sprayed a boat 100 meters away and up wind. So yes we know exactly how you feel. Regards from Oz
@dennisash7221
23 күн бұрын
This was super informative. I have been involved with shipping of a variety or products over many years (never shipped a boat before though) and the one thing that I can say on the subject is, if you insure (actually you MUST insure) the goods in transit and properly declare everything then the insurance usually pays out marine insurance is not like household or car insurance there are literally 100's of years of laws that have been refined over time that maritime insurance follows.
@Nancelot13
23 күн бұрын
Absolute Correct Decision To Ship. 18 month minimum to get there... Yep, I'd have done it too. Now you're where you want to be... Kudos! Glad RR2 is all ok...lol😊
@RedHeadAgent
23 күн бұрын
18 months?!?! I’d ship too and just get on with life. This was a great episode. I’m happy to see that you’re safe and back in Europe. The shipping story was so interesting. You two deserve to get a break! Geez. Hopefully your time with family on the Mediterranean will be blissful.
@arteepee
23 күн бұрын
Stuff what anyone else thinks! It's your home and your choice! I will echo what many are saying - THANK YOU for letting us in to your adventures, warts and all!
@ivantodorov9136
23 күн бұрын
To be fair i like your decision to ship the boat and start making videos from your desired destination. I'm sure we will feel the good vibes in the coming videos. Cheers and have fun sailing Greece!
@firstlast1047
23 күн бұрын
Regardless, what the nay or yeah sayers comment...you summed it up when both of you stated, "...it would not work for you"...the long transit. 😊
@harrisj67
23 күн бұрын
Guys, I absolutely love your attitude! It is YOUR choice to sail or not sail to be honest! Your response to the rust specks is commendable. ‘Things’ happen and as long as one puts one’s hand up and say my fault, then what more can be done. No matter how much jumping up and down and remonstrating you feel like exuding, it ain’t going to make matters better. I am confident the matter will be resolved. Blimey, I would have been mad though! 😂 Thanks for sharing!
@eelain5937
23 күн бұрын
CONGRATULATIONS on being in the Mediterranean!! Doesn't matter how you got there!! As long as you got there safe and sound!! Your boat, your life - up to you how you do it!!
@egomez1986
23 күн бұрын
No need to apologize, you made the best decision, is your boat your life and your youtube channel, we are just tagging along with you. Can wait for the EU adventures coming. Greetings
@davidzaharik5408
23 күн бұрын
Sailing from northern France, thanks to Covid, after a glorious year of sailing we had to ship from Ft Lauderdale to Vancouver. We used Seven Seas Yacht Transport... they were outstanding. Not only in the transport but during the panic of lockdowns and boarder closure, as we were sailing madly from the most eastern ports of the Bahamas to Ft Lauderdale, they arranged moorage and a delivery skipper to care for our boat and load it for us... phew... Yes it cost a lot ... yes we would have preferred to sail her.... but we arrived in the USA 2 days before the boarder closed! Again... phew. Covid massively screwed our sailing plans for a few years indeed but we have our ship here at home with us!
@kylem324
23 күн бұрын
Nice talking heads videos. Glad it’s all seemingly worked out and you’re enjoying Turkey and Greece. Stay safe.
@AW-yv9sq
6 күн бұрын
I think it’s pretty amazing that they took responsibility. In this day and age most companies deny claims knowing the cost for customers to litigate is high. You may even have to do that in another country. The fact it was fast and relatively simple is significant.
@danielwaters2132
23 күн бұрын
It's about you guys, not the boat. We can all see lots of nice boats sailing everywhere, on a million channels but only one has you! 🐬
@donmartin9567
23 күн бұрын
HA! "Someone" and the Blowfish. That was good. On a scale of 1-10, my knowledge of music might be a 1 at best and even I got that one. You guys do what feels right for you and ignore all the naysayers.
@Mindy56743
23 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing this experience. Crossing an ocean is a huge challenge and things can happen. Knowing that this is an option for someone is very valuable alternative. Even when things happen the alternative to leaving a boat somewhere or shipping in certain circumstances is huge! Thank you!
@Mandurath
23 күн бұрын
Think you made the right decision. Not sure why anyone would be bothered either way by your choice, but as you said, it's the internet. Don't think I've ever shipped something considerable overseas, be it a car, household etc without something getting damaged or stolen. Upsetting but some things just are what they are and its simpler just to be prepared for it and deal with it after.
@clarkkent772
23 күн бұрын
So sorry about all the little rust spots. I know just how difficult that kind of rust stain is to remove and then the polish and waxing of the gelcoat on such a new vessel. You two are maintaining such a great attitude about the situation. Hats off to you.
@cecillee2543
26 күн бұрын
Very useful information. Thanks Nick and Terysa!
@sailingrubyrose
23 күн бұрын
Glad you found it useful Cecil!
@jstjohn04011
23 күн бұрын
Bummer about the damage, but glad it seems to be getting resolved. Looking forward to sharing your adventures in the Med!
@tonca124
23 күн бұрын
Glad things went relatively well. Thank you for the explanation. I had wondered about what the damage would be like and your reasons for shipping. It's your boat and your life to do what you want and you just take us along for the ride. Enjoy Greece.
@jimiandersen6962
22 күн бұрын
Thanks for the marina cost info. It's something I sometimes miss when watching KZitem sailing and dream about visiting those places. Hope you get the boat sorted and it doesn't ruin your plans
@blakstar64
23 күн бұрын
I was able to follow the entire journey from when you went out to the ship and was parked next to it for several hours, down around the cape, the stop in Gibraltar and finally the disembarking in Turkey. A lot of things I witnessed along the journey now make sense with you sharing your experience. Thanks you for taking the time to do this.
@rayb3117
23 күн бұрын
Wow, that is a pretty extensive process Nick. And it is too bad that that un-named Country caused the vast majority of issues here. And the fact you cant name them in fear of be demonetized is nuts. But she is there finally and you guys will be sailing around the Med soon
@Neilhuny
23 күн бұрын
Loved everything about this! Honest descriptions of the process and options, results and implications etc. Dealing with bureaucracy, whether shipping agents or insurance or whoever is vaguely terrifying for me! That needs work on my part. The "things we forgot" section must be one of the most important bits of sailing info ever put on KZitem Plus the last 10 seconds are probably some of my favourite all-time Ruby Rose comments.
@DannyD727
23 күн бұрын
Unless people are willing to pay you to cross 3 oceans and actual sail it themselves, they have no say in what you decide. It's your time, your boat and your money. Doesn't matter if you are on KZitem and everyone has an opinion. NOT UP TO THEM. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
@khendron
23 күн бұрын
Fascinating video! I've follow many sailing channels and have never seen this topic covered before, let alone as thoroughly as you did. Enjoy the Med!
@wesailwillow
22 күн бұрын
Great episode guys. We cannot believe that people would berate you for not sailing to Europe. They must have nothing better to do with their time. We look forward to following your Mediterranean adventures. Cheers
@Cruising-MS-Matakana
23 күн бұрын
❤ Excellent informative video, it's your boat, your choice, your life, stuff what others think. That's why we follow these channels, learn stuff, have a laugh, fill in rainy days. Enjoy, Cheers from New Zealand.
@capt.redbeard8361
22 күн бұрын
For what it’s worth: I think you guys made the smart decision to ship. If this whole adventure was just a checkbox, it would make sense to sail. You have a different goal to just checking a box.
@chadcarlin8592
19 күн бұрын
This was a great video! I recently used 7-Star as well to ship SV Areté from France to the US. For some reason, I did not receive any negative feedback for that decision. I didn't have any damage from shipping. I really really appreciated your highlighting the costs of sailing across oceans. The planning, extra equipment, wear and tear, fuel and excess provisioning are significant costs. Your catamaran reviews and the more family centered videos from Sailing Zatara gave us the confidence to buy a Catamaran and begin our adventure. Thank You!
@1972xlh
17 күн бұрын
CONGRATULATIONS!! How very exciting! Do you have a SM to follow?
@terenceharding4792
23 күн бұрын
Excellent video. I really enjoyed hearing your well thought through, calm, and rational perspective on the damage and the company’s response. Enjoy your time in the Med and in particular Greece. 😊❤
@user-cg2wy8gr4i
23 күн бұрын
One of your best vids, thanks for the interesting shipping of your new home and hope all plans now falls into place for you both.
@priit47
23 күн бұрын
so, so thankful for yet another indeed valuable video. Thank you so very much and I wish you good times in the Med.
@marcocanb
11 күн бұрын
I had a fun instance where while traveling I asked the powers that be to have my government credit card activated for Latvia, get there only to find out that it was activated for Laos instead. SO much fun.
@waynemckee9170
23 күн бұрын
Shipping was the right solution for sure!
@VortexVillage
14 күн бұрын
Very insightful and glad you both are back on your beautiful boat! Happy Sailing in the Med.
@shatho9137
16 күн бұрын
One of my favourite things about you guys is how practical you are.
@977400Dana
21 күн бұрын
I found the process of deciding to ship RR2 and what you went thru upon receiving her in Turkey fascinating. Just reinforces my motto: no matter what it is, nothing is EVER simple. Glad you and RR2 are in the Med relatively safe and sound and wait to see you in Greece. One of my FAVORITE countries!
@sailinglatis
18 күн бұрын
Thank you for taking your valuable time to produce this video with such honesty. I love your adventures and the privilege to come along with you via your videos. You do what works for you. It’s is both a financial and time consuming process that is a personal decision. If someone wants to move their boat, they can do what they want. This your boat and home. Love watching. I look forward to your travels in Greece. 🇨🇦
@kirk9671
11 күн бұрын
Love this , first ever video on shipping I have seen.
@user-kb6qu5ge5p
9 күн бұрын
Think it is great that you shipped your boat and looking forward to your adventures in the Med.!
@francescasabbatino7287
23 күн бұрын
Screw the haters! It’s your boat, your decision!
@sailingwiththejamess
18 күн бұрын
Awesome talk guys! Glad you had a positive experience with shipping - even with the damage happy to hear that working the company is going smoothly. Looking forward to seeing you guys have fun in the med! Cheers legends!
@charleyhough4355
23 күн бұрын
Thanks for the update. I am looking forward to seeing your next sailing adventure. Very informative and honest about the journey. Also, enjoy watching your videos.
@giggs90
8 күн бұрын
So informative love it all like always. Thank you guys look forward to Greece!
@simoncousin3241
15 күн бұрын
Very good and as usual introduced perfectly ,the shipping company might think of wrapping boats as I presume yours was not the only one with the damage ,it makes more sense to ship than sail
@tomatomate45
15 күн бұрын
Cool beans, you have a new subscriber. Loved this episode!
@pneumarian
21 күн бұрын
Thanks for that run-down of counting the costs of shipping vs sailing to your parents' stomping grounds. It really helps us simple-minded folk see what needs to go into making such a decision. Also loved the dancing around the problems along the Suez route.
@warrenpowell6570
23 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for the update! I am sorry that you experienced damage, but I am pleased that the shipping company has taken responsibility. I honestly hope your experiences in the Mediterranean match your expectations, and I look forward to (virtually) tagging along. I have enjoyed each and every episode. Thanks again 😊
@slowJoe1509
22 күн бұрын
Sorry people are picking apart your decisions. Thank you for the detailed discussion of the why's - REALLY informative. Glad you all got to the Med OK and I'm really looking forward to living vicariously through your videos!
@sstevenson638
23 күн бұрын
Good reason to wrap the boat in plastic for shipping. The new boats I've seen unloaded were all wrapped.
@richardshippful
23 күн бұрын
I was thinking that as well. But white hot embers would have burned right through that, and still had problems. the crew needed to box their work.
@normanboyes4983
23 күн бұрын
How long do you thing the plastic wrapping would have lasted? grinding sparks would have melted through it.
@derekness7900
14 күн бұрын
This could well be iron particles from welding nearby. If that was the case it would be localised and not seen in areas that were “shaded”by the contours in the moulding. Another possible problem ( which I have seen before on shipping large composite structures on deck) could attack of the gel coat from the exhaust from the engines of the ship. This is acidic and can go for gel coat. It will give a pitted appearance and will hold dirt and look similar to what you have. It may also expose any porosity that may have been present in the gel coat.
@noelroberts9058
23 күн бұрын
Learned a lot from this video and found it extremely interesting. I always enjoy these types of episodes as well as your technical videos. Keep the content coming.
@sailingrubyrose
23 күн бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@nickspence6233
23 күн бұрын
Nice report on the shipping issues! The rust staining underway from deck shipping is quite common. Those loading decks are full of rust, which swirls around, coats everything and gets baked on during the journey One trick I used to do when shipping yachts from Asia was to liberally coat every surface I could with a wax polish, don't buff it off and leave it as a protective coating. It helped in keeping the rust stains from penetrating into your gloss coat. I agree you made the right decision to ship, unfortunately, at the worst of times. Fair winds and enjoy!
@Lazarov_Tweevles
19 күн бұрын
Just a thought: When prepping a boat for transport, over sea or over road, it's not a bad idea to apply a thick coat of paste wax to the entire (fiberglass) exterior (don't buff). At your destination, this makes for a relatively easy task of buffing off the wax along with all the accumulated surface debris.
@SailSoCal
16 күн бұрын
Thank you for video! Can appreciate the pragmatic approach you both took given the circumstances.
@johnmayer3433
22 күн бұрын
Very informative. What I find really amazing is the fact that a de facto monopoly company takes so much care of their customers. Looking forward to your Greek adventures.
@Bigfish300
23 күн бұрын
Nick, all the youtube car detailers show a product that they spray on to remove metal from years of collecting dust and grime to restore paintwork. It might be something to try on a small surface
@kennethpole2439
23 күн бұрын
Those advertised "miracle" cleaning materials are mostly crap or repackaged common cleaners.
@marinabram
3 күн бұрын
Use fall out removal, product that's used on wheel rims, we had same issue, cleaned a 140ft boat in 2 days. Hope it helps
@user-pw2ol5hx5g
22 күн бұрын
I love you two and love watching your videos. I hope that everyone else that are watching are learning from your experiences. Also I recommend watching sailing Yaba for your own personal enjoyment. And for hopefully easing your anxiety nick. You’ll like them I swear.😊
@Ellerysdad
17 күн бұрын
Sorry to hear of the hassles you guys endured hope sailing in the “home waters” goes quite well for you-good luck
@CrisG-OhWOWmommy
16 күн бұрын
wow great video, but we kind of expect that from you guys! can't wait for more!
@dougtratch8260
23 күн бұрын
Great episode. Very interesting. Loved the fact you will get resolved with the shipping company. You answered some questions that may pop up when shipping. I hope you have a somewhat stress free end and this will soon be something in the past. Cheers from the West Coast of Canada.
@Anasophia2002
22 күн бұрын
We shipped from France to BVI with 7 star. We had the same stains from ship exhaust, though not as bad as what I saw in your brief videos. It’s not from someone angle grinding or welding on deck during passage. Next time we ship it will be wrapped. The comments seem to be coming down hard on imaginary “naysayers and haters.” Maybe I didn’t read all comments, but really didn’t see anything negative.
@davidmcbee814
23 күн бұрын
Green is your color lady! I don't know if they've discovered the best color for the captain yet. Glad you all made it in one piece and we are all learning something from the adventure.
@Charlie-Oooooo
19 күн бұрын
So glad the transport worked out for you!👍Thanks for the useful info! I've been browsing your channel for a while and finally committed to subscription - if only to see Nick in a sarong ;) LOL! Cheers guys!
@mariorivera534
22 күн бұрын
Glad you are back to sailing, love your videos. I have been following you since the beginning.
@rallyofarabia6512
22 күн бұрын
in case you are looking to ship again in the future, please note that there are alternatives to the two shipping companies you mentioned in your episode - having shipped a number of boats to/from the Med and Middle East - dirty boats is a common issue, in your case rust stains, often sod stains from the shipping boats exhaust as well (which is very difficult to remove from teak decks for example) - where possible it is work considering shrink-wrapping the boat - not always possible and comes at a cost, but may save hassle on arrival
@marcosparko4355
23 күн бұрын
Thank you for all the info, really nice video. I am very happy to see Tilos Island in your video at 1:11 minutes!!!! My second home! Did you get off to visit Livadia? ❤
@MHow1900
13 күн бұрын
Sailing is about having fun and enjoying one’s life. If that means shipping your boat to enjoy better sailing grounds, more power to you. Check a box (I sailed the global) or I had a great time, I choose great time.
@davidpollock406
20 күн бұрын
Hi Guys, In regards to your rust spots, it might not be due to welding. About two months ago I installed an electric winch on my davit to lift/lower my dingy. Several weeks later I started to notice little rust spots in my dingy floor and on the swim platform. I think my rust spots were coming from the steel wire in the winch, as it was starting to rust in the salt air. So it could be that your rust spots are from the accumulating rust on the ship. Just a thought. David
@deborahcrowell7043
23 күн бұрын
Well kudos to 7stars(?) For promptly dealing with your issues. Can't wait for the next video. I love your channel, sailing and just dealing with life.... it's really fun to watch. 🌺🌺🌺
@rik8809
23 күн бұрын
I’m just glad you didn’t use the USPS (United States Postal Service) to ship. Who knows where RR2 would end up? 🤷🏻♂️ 😁
@michellereynolds6290
23 күн бұрын
Really interesting to learn what was involved in the shipping process of RR2! Thanks for sharing and I'm looking forward to your videos of sailing in the Med.
@SVEndurance
19 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Our main observation is are you sure the gel coat didn’t get damaged? Wishing you guys a speedy recovery!
@Antipodean33
12 сағат бұрын
I gotta admit 20% extra to go the long way sounds fairly reasonable, i would've guessed at a bit more than that, especially looking at distance and time. i suppose they'd save on the costly canal fees, but still 20% sound not too bad.
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