lazygeckos

Oh, My Tummy Hurts!

Being seasick has come up a lot lately through conversations with our Patrons. First off, seasickness has never been an issue for anyone in our family until recently. We’ve been in rough seas on our monohull with no problem. Rough seas on the cat, however, got me very sick. 

I do ok with it until we start to hobby-horse which is usually when we are beating into the wind with the seas on a quarter or the beam (side). It's a strange motion on a cat. This motion isn’t fun for anyone and ...

Catamaran or a Monohull? Hmmmm....

We’ve been torn between and catamaran and monohull for quite some time now. Now that we’ve spent 6 weeks in total on a cat we’ve come up with some comparisons. We know that some of you are boat owners and may have some insight to add along to our thoughts and would love to hear them! 

The CONS of a Catamaran:

A cat is much more expensive if you try to get a monohull that compares in quality or size. They’re just expensive! 

Marina fees tend to be ...

I'd like a Vimeo code please :)!

You might know that we send our Vimeo codes out the first week of the month. If you qualify and would like your code, please let me know by messaging me via Patreon. 

How do you know if you qualify? Well, you must be at least a $5.00 Patreon meeting the maximum monthly pledge requirements to receive the season 1-3 codes. If you would like seasons 1-4, you must be at least a $10.00 Patreon meeting the maximum monthly pledge requirements. Additionally, you will only receive your code after ...

We may have our new Sailboat!

We took this photo while anchored next to this little guy, it was home to two men that had sailed all the way through and around Florida. It was seriously a tiny little boat. The engine putted like the children's cartoon The Little Engine that Could. They pulled up next to us in the Dry Tortuga's recently, dropped anchor and we all enjoyed the scenery! 

Although adorable, this is NOT the boat we're in the process of purchasing. Without giving too many details in fear of jinxing ourselves....

Early Release! VLOG 74 - Getting Steamy in the Galley!

Hello Patrons!

We've finally got some internet again that can handle a 5 gig upload which is how large a 4k video usually is. Crazy, right?! 

Here you go! We get through some draw bridges, I take you for a little tour and more! The Vimeo version is a bit more...spicy. So if you enjoy our Vimeo videos, see it there! 

Thank you for supporting us! We are so thankful for you! 

Jeremiah and Brittany

Off the grid for a couple of days!

We are headed offshore for a couple days. We’ll respond to all messages as soon as we get back! We love you guys and can’t wait to share our experience with you all!

Love,

Jeremiah and Brittany

On the Cat again!

That’s right, we're at it again! We jumped aboard the Antares 44i this past weekend. We did a quick provision trip to get us through 5 days and we are currently headed south! Only this time it’s a little different. The Captain of the vessel, John, is only sailing with us for 5 out of the 15 days. I know, crazy! He must really trust us and feel safe leaving his floating home in our hands. So we plan to play around Key West of course and possibly head off to the Dry Tortugas for a week before ...

Vimeo is uncensored...WHAT?!

Oh yes this is correct...It's that time again! We have started the month of April already and that means your about to get some Vimeo codes if you haven't already!! 

Please message us if you became a Patreon prior to April 1st, you meet the Vimeo code requirements and would like your unlimited access :) 

VERY IMPORTANT: If you have received Vimeo codes in the past then you do not need new ones. The ones that you already have should work and will continue to work as long as you ...

EARLY RELEASE! South Bound & Down! VLOG 73

Happy Easter!! We hope you've had a wonderful Easter weekend!

The newest episode is up for your viewing pleasure! There's a Vimeo version as well so make sure to watch that if you enjoy the additional footage. We continue our way south and you'll learn a little more about this sweet catamaran. You can find the link to each version below!

Thank you for all of your support Patrons! We are so honored to have your support! 

Love,

Brittany and Jeremiah

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A Patron saves the...Coffee??

Most coffee drinkers understand how vital it is to wake up and enjoy that first cup of coffee. Well, I indulge in that pleasure and if you’re a sailor then you know how much you look forward to that morning cup of hot Joe!

When we were two weeks into our trip around Florida...One late afternoon we neared Marathon. The seas were rough...We were beating upwind towards the inlet in about 5 foot seas. As usual I made sure to stow everything into place…Or so I thought. Before we knew it my Fren...

Early Release for you! VLOG 72 - Anchoring in the WRONG PLACE!

Hello lovely Patrons! 

The latest episode is up for your viewing pleasure! We depart and head toward our destination...You'll find out where that is! Then we drop the hook in the wrong place, you'll get to see the hilarious action that takes place!

This video has a Vimeo version that is LOADS more fun so be sure to check that out! It's up now!!

Thank you so much for supporting us! We truly appreciate you!! 

Love,

Brittany and Jeremiah 

My three week provisioning list!

There’s nothing like waking up to a 'ready-to-go' grocery list for a 3 week sail! I've had so many requests to share my 3 week meal plan from our sail aboard the Antares 44i so here you go! Below you'll find my list of meals for 3 adults and 1 child. I broke it down into categories of drinks, breakfast, lunches, dinners and snacks. 

We had more than enough drinks for the trip but we did run low on beer towards the end and had to stop for more. We also grabbed a couple cases of water for...

Early Release - Season 4 - Cruising on a Million Dollar Yacht!

Hello Patrons!

The time has come!! Season 4 is in full swing (for you) and I have some yummy Vimeo codes just dying to get into your inbox! So, if you already have a Vimeo code for Seasons 1-3 and you'd like to have Season 4....Send me a message! 

This episode has a Vimeo version, obviously, but you also have the YouTube version available to you! Just incase you don't have codes quite yet. Just click on the link above! 

Thank you for supporting us and we hope you enjoy th...

Out with the old!

How about an engine swap that would cost 10's of thousands of dollars be done for you...completely free? That's exactly what's happening here. 

Volvo has an EPA recall on some of their engines and if you have them on your boat, you get a free recall swap. They take your engine out and install a brand new one! Or two in this case. This is an engine that's been removed from S/V Calypso...The catamaran we sailed around Florida. Can you believe this is one of the OLD engines?! Wait until you ...

Time to get crazy with some Vimeo footage!

Oh yes my lovely sailors...It's that time again! Another wonderful month as come and gone so that means that we are about to send all of you qualifying Patrons your Vimeo codes!! 

Please message us if you have recently become a Patreon that meets the Vimeo code requirements and would like your unlimited access codes to all 3 seasons :) 

VERY IMPORTANT: If you have received Vimeo codes in the past then you do not need new ones. The ones that you already have should wo...

Early Release for Patrons! Season 4 First Look!

Hello Patrons!

This video will be released on YouTube later this week. It's a mix of the trailer you might have seen on Vimeo but it has a fun "first look" section! Take a look if you'd like! 

Of course, this video is not charged as part of your support, it's just for fun.

We're excited to get this Season 4 party rolling!! See you there! 

Love,

Us

Lazy Gecko Sailing Season 4 - NOW LIVE!

Hi Patrons!

You're the first to know that our Season 4 Vimeo page is now live! Codes have not gone out yet but will by the time the first episode is released. Not too much longer!! 

This new season has so much fun stuff, you're gonna love it! As of now, the trailer is available for your viewing pleasure! Just visit the above link! 

Love,

Us

EARLY RELEASE! A full week early! How to sell without a broker!

Here you go Patrons! There's a Vimeo version of this video that has all the finance info as well so if you watch Vimeo, watch this there! 

We finish our deal selling the Lazy Gecko. We do all the paperwork required and show the new owners their new baby before they sail off into the sunset. We hope you enjoy all the info in this one! 

Thank you for the amazing support you show us, this all wouldn't be happening like it is, without you. 

Love,

Brittany and Jerem...

So off we went!

Once we got the water maker up and running in Fort Lauderdale, we set sail again! The starboard engine issue (getting stuck in reverse) was due to linkage that popped off the gear shift lever at the engine...More on that later. So we fixed the current problems and set our course for Marathon, the next long stop by way of Miami...which you see here. This was an amazing anchorage! 

Once we arrived in Marathon, we anchored just outside of Boot Key Harbor for a couple of nights. That was a li...

Are we off the Antares yet?!

Hello awesome Patrons! 

First, here's a little preview to the next season of LGS which will start after the next episode....We're so excited for all the new fun we get into during this part of our journey. One final Season 3 episode though where we get into the details of selling a boat without a broker and the finance stuff...Then Season 4 will be in full swing! If you rate a code for Season 1-3 then you'll get one for Season 4 as well! The season isn't active yet so there are no codes t...

EARLY RELEASE!! WE SOLD THE LAZY GECKO! - Vlog 69

Here it is! The episode from our trip to Key West to sell our girl. This was super emotional for me, as you'll be able to tell. It's even hard for me to watch it! There is no Vimeo version of this video but there will be for the next when we get into all the juicy details about money and how to sell without a broker! 

We're back in full swing of editing video for you!! We've returned from our passage aboard the Antares and we've ABSOLUTELY decided between a catamaran or a monohull...You m...

Vimeo Codes!!

As you know we send our Vimeo codes out the first week of the month. If you qualify and would like your code than please let me know by messaging me via Patreon. Thank you!! 

The most amazing anchorage!

We just love this little spot across from Miami...We sent this photo to some sailing friends last night (other vloggers included) and they ALL begged to know where it is haha...

This is the Miami skyline from Virginia Key and it's amazing!! If you ever get the chance, do visit. Drop your anchor, grab a cold drink and enjoy the night! 

XOXO

Do you know Annie and Phillip?

These two awesome people are great friends of ours and we just happened to bump into them while we were in Key West selling the Lazy Gecko! 

Want to read all about it? Click the link! Plus there's some sweet video footage! 

Headed south on a lovely vessel!

Ok, we've navigated down the ICW through some pretty cold weather and finally arrived in Ft Lauderdale! The trip down the coast was good. The Captain of this sexy beast didn't have a ton of confidence in her ability because he's/she's been stuck at the dock for so long. 

You'll find that when you sit at the dock, confidence leaves you pretty quickly. You start to talk about reasons why you can't vs why you should! It's easy to get in the rut which is exactly why we offered to help him sai...

Early Release! America's Cup Sailboat Racing and Wine Tasting - VLOG 68

Hello Sweet Patrons!

Here's the latest episode where we take you for a ride on the Stars & Stripes which was simply amazing! That baby moves!! Then we take you to a Southern California winery for a wine tasting and tour!

We hope you enjoy it! 

Love,

Jeremiah and Brittany

We're getting her ready!

We've arrived and are onboard the beautiful Antares 44i! Right now we're in the final stages of preparations before we leave on our passage. We're sailing her from the St Augustine, Florida area to Tampa so she can get repowered with two brand new Volvo Pentas...FREE Volvo Pentas, BTW...More to come about that.

I've provisioned and am getting everything organized onboard, Jeremiah has been working his butt off getting this Yamaha 20Hp outboard for our dinghy running...She's not cooperating but...

Early Release! iPad Winner Announcement!

Congratulations to the winner of the iPad! Now, they just need to message us to get it!! 

We're almost done packing and we travel tomorrow. Can't wait, we'll keep you in the loop!

Love,

Us

PODCAST TELLS ALL - Brittany says "NO!" to what?!

A couple of weeks ago we were lucky enough to sit down with Teddy from Sail Loot to do a podcast! We've known Teddy for almost a year now and couldn't have been more excited to finally be able to do the podcast. If you have a moment then listen in and you will learn so much more about us and Teddy as well! Some great topics that we touch on are as follows: 

- Finances

- How we got out of debt

- How we afford our cruising lifestyle

- Patreon

- Sailing with a baby, o...

Packing up and moving along!!

Right now, we're knee deep in bags of stuff for our trip to the east coast. Seabags are the way to go if you ever decide to travel aboard a boat! They hold a TON of stuff (Jeremiah swears he can fit a house in one after deploying in the Marine Corps so much and for so long) but they hold a lot and they fold away to nothing once you're onboard! You can also use them as laundry bags, etc...Sea bags...The only way to deploy! 

We're leaving California by aircraft on the 10th, provisioning and...