OUR NEW HOME (60ft Carbon Trimaran)

Summary

After a two and a half year build and a four-month wait, the creators unveil their new boat, sharing the excitement and challenges of its construction. They discuss their recent travels, the importance of meditation, and plans for their upcoming sailing adventures, all while showcasing the boat's innovative design and features.

Takeaways

• 🛥️ The couple has spent two and a half years building a new boat, which they are excited to see after a four-month absence.
• 🌍 They took a break from boat building to embark on a 'round the world Boat Tour series', with the new boat being the final one in the series.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The couple leaves their children behind with a trusted caretaker, Melly, for a few days to focus on the new boat at the factory.
• 🛠️ The new boat's construction involved a significant amount of work, energy, and time, with the couple working on it for nine years.
• 🏖️ They are looking forward to a rare couple's trip, which will involve being at the boat factory from sunrise to sunset.
• 📹 The couple took a break from filming for a month and a half, which allowed them to recharge and feel refreshed for future travels.
• 🧘 The script mentions the importance of meditation as a tool for managing stress and maintaining a healthy relationship.
• 🚫 The new boat's factory environment is not suitable for children due to the presence of chemicals and construction materials.
• 🛍️ The wife, Elena, purchases a film camera, showing her excitement to learn something new during their time away from the kids.
• 🎨 The boat's interior and exterior design choices, including custom colors and materials, reflect the couple's unique taste.
• 📚 The husband mentions an upcoming book publication about their life and adventures, which is available for pre-order.

Q & A

How long did it take to build the new boat?

It took two and a half years to build the new boat.

What did the couple do during the interim period between boats?

They went on a 'round the world Boat Tour series'.

Why did they leave their kids behind when going to see the new boat?

They left their kids behind because the factory had chemicals and unsafe conditions like glue and resin, which were not suitable for children.

What was the reason for the couple's month and a half break from filming?

They took a break to spend time away from their phones and laptops, which they found to be some of the happiest days of their lives.

What was one of the activities Riley did after returning to Bali with the kids?

Riley immersed herself and the kids in Indonesian culture.

How did the couple feel about their new boat's interior design?

They were initially worried about the interior design as not everyone liked it, but they ended up loving it as it was unique and met their expectations.

What is special about the boat's design that helps with airflow?

The boat's design creates airflow, which is like having an air conditioner when anchored, as the wind blows straight through the front of the boat and cools it down.

What is the estimated weight of the new boat?

The estimated weight of the new boat is about 10.2 tons, which is lighter compared to other 60-foot boats.

What is the significance of the boat's color scheme?

The color scheme was carefully chosen to be bold and inviting, making the boat look approachable and not overly racing-oriented.

What is the plan for the boat's maiden voyage or shakedown cruise?

The plan is to do the shakedown cruise near Vietnam, possibly sailing from the factory to Vung Tau, but they are unsure due to bureaucratic challenges in Vietnam.

What is the book that the speaker is about to publish?

The book is about Lenny's life from start to finish until Baby Darwin comes and he's learning to be first mate, and it is available for pre-order.