so happy for you both for repairing everything so fast...you two are amazing - almost 5,600 views in just 7 hours - you are loved by many 😃😎

I'm glad your anchor held and the damage was manageable. A win for team B&B!

Pretty scary storm. Glad you're safely anchored. Thanks for sharing your videos. Nice stitching on the sail.

OMG! That pass into Norman's was ridiculous! Great job working together to recover from that crazy storm!

Omg gotta love the wind gods! Glad your not to worn! Anchor held?! No blood… not lost at sea. 🌊 thank heavens! ❤❤❤❤

You two always impress me with how well you work together. I've seen some couples, when things are heading south, go from zero to snarky in six seconds.

That was entertaining ;) Glad no big damage. Nice skills with the stitching! Thanks for the video

Loved the video! You guys always make me feel like part of the crew. Thank you !!

I am super proud of you on how fast you were able to get up and running!

Wow🤯 I always wondered how long the pv setup would last. It obviously can take a lot more than I would have placed my money on. The plastic/rubber things in the holes 👍 noted. Nice sail repair Brandy. That speedsticher skill will certainly come in handy. Stay safe, enjoy the adventure.

You were tested and passed with flying colors. Well Done!!!

I’m impressed with your sail repair. Cool little speedy stitcher, it seems like it was easier than sewing it on a machine.

Oh my gosh that was an adventure. So glad you are ok and you were able to make things right again. 🤗⛵🐬🐟

Just goes to show y'all how good a job you guys did building her!!!! I'm glad all is ok and not to much happened!!!!!

Oh man....that was a rough one!!! But you two always take everything in stride. Normans is a great place for wind protection. And oh do I miss those Exuma blue waters. 💙💙💙

Great job guys! You live, you love, and you learn! By living, loving.... AGAIN great job!

Well that was a crazy storm experience, just glad you were able to get everything back to where you are cruising again.

Those storms, especially the cold fronts can really rip through the Bahamas. Florida gets the same. The previous owners of my boat have a wild video of a blue sky day that turned into a black wall of death in the sky. Over 100 knot microburst. So glad your anchor held!!! That would make things get really hairy.

I love the shark just chilling next to the boat in the beginning

What team work - love how you guys assessed the situation, made changes and were on your way - Great way to begin the recovery from an anxious event. And, you learned new things too. Win/Win. Thank you Brandi and Beau for your wonderful footage. Stay safe. And, remember to VOTE. 💙🇺🇸💚👍😇

Crazy day! Category 1 hurricane winds and only 5 more mph to a category 2. Living in S Louisiana I can relate. It’s always the same walk after with bulging eyes to see what damage has been done. I’m worried that this year will be bad. There are currently 2 storms forming right now in the gulf. It got really hot early this year. Water is warming up fast. Glad y’all made it through.

Thank goodness for that awesome new anchor, chain & rode. Speedy Stitcher from Sailrite, YES! Tackle is the best insurance. Well done you 2. Love Norman. Be well.

You guys need to figure out a better solution for both the stack pack, one fifty sail and the solar panels. One more storm like that and those panels are going to be done and your electric motor will be useless. You need an engine that is both diesel and electric (a hybrid if you will) that is more dependable in case of emergency. It might not the solution you want, but it is a solution that at some point may save your lives. Food for thought

Thank goodness you two are OK, that must have been so scary! 🤗💞

I have a speedy stich, great tool to have when it is needed. I have repaired packs and tow straps.

Drill on slow speed and use lots of cold water for temperature control and stainless steel will drill relatively well.

as a seilor you do learn to love your speedystitcher 😊sewing sails ropes clotes leather 😎

You handled everything so well! Glad the damage was not worse. Again, with that beautiful water! Just gorgeous. Thanks! 😎🥰😎🥰😎❤️❤️❤️

Glad you guys are OK.. I have used heavy duty ratchet straps for securing things in violent Bearing Sea winds instead of lines.. just a thought Will

Holy crap with the wind, you guys rocked it! 😊

These folks are real naturists, I can tell. I'm jealous.

It is scary, be safe❤

Kudos to your anchor!!!!!

Thank God you weren’t out to sea. Glad your made it through ok and we’re in an anchorage

Impressive sewing work on your sail, Brandy. I also have one of those sewing awls that I've used to repair rotted stitching, stitcher...yes, speedy not so much IMO.

Wow great story and thank for people helping when you’re stuck! Great sewing skills on the slug must have tool ✅ to have

Good job guys! You are two salty pros!!

You two are unbelievable!! Great video.

60 sustained, 80 knots gusts 🤯 💨 glad you are safe and sound … anchor and ground tackle ⚓️👏🧿

Hi guys, I’m glad you’re safe and well and it’s disappointing a little bit of damage but fortunate it could’ve been a lot worse. Keep up the good work always love. The videos would’ve been good video watching you guys running around in the nuddy LOL. The ratings would’ve went up through the roof , lots of love from Australia

Good preparation limits damage and danger.... Limited topside damage and you didn't drag!!! Just shows how far you've come in the years I've followed you. Great recovery guys you've got a lot to be proud of!

Next give a full description of your anchor, depth, chain, rode. Vmp is volts at maximum watts while connected. Voc is volts with open circuit not connected to battery.

I'm so sorry you had such a hard time for the storm, but you guys are tough, talented, and so capable of handling your problems. Hang in there, you will always win!!!

Okay, I'm ordering a speedy stitcher!

If you come back to Florida/ICW I have a sewing machine I can give you. It only has one issue with the bobbin. But everything else works ! Its a Kenmore so you can find parts pretty easy .

Beau .. ok.. so maybe, eek, maybe, just let Brandy navigate while you keep watch? Not saying nothing! Promise! I mean I do drive better than hubbs. So ok my 2 cents worth for whatever it's worth... Great episode. Super exciting and fun!

Watching you put the solar panels back on looked tedious, I can’t imagine what it was like trying to take them off in all that wind.

Happy you were able to emergency repair your sail and the repair -looks- good . If that sail is a safety item, I strongly recommend you take it to a sail loft asap to have it examined and properly patched.

I’m so glad you had the mast reinforced before you got hit with these winds. Thank goodness for your upgrades

😢 Glad you ok ! I've been missing you guys .

Glad you survived😊. ❤❤

You guys are great good team work

I love you guys, and your style. Excellent sail repair, Brandy. I’m glad I saw it. Next week I have to replace the leech edging on my head sail full length, so Im having to learn how to do it. I managed to get Dacron tape 100mm wide and 50mm wide 3M Sail Tape. I haven’t used my sewing machine much so it will be an experience. Your solar panels are totally unique, but they work so well. Your house is looking great inside after your last refit. Like a real home. So well done. Which anchor have you got?

Excellent video. When I get out there, I will be alone and what you just went through makes me a little nervous. I do however have a few options to work with, I have solar, wind generator, gas generator, alternator, 2 seperate battery banks, a jackery with 400 watts of solar, and the ever important sailrite sewing machine. I am so looking forward to getting out there. I am happy to hear the anchor held, I believe you said you have a rocna 55 lb. If so, I have the same anchor with a boat with similar weight and length as you, so hopefully I will be fine in that sense. Keep the videos coming.

Needed some of Beau's famous crack corn for that one! 😂 I need to get one of those speedy stitchers! Great video ❤

Lovely video ❤

Awesome video and be safe

Good job making it through that narrow pass.

Awesome video. That must have been some strong wind gusts. So glad you didn’t have more damage. Beautiful locations.

Crazy stuff I remember our first storm once we started. Nothing like what you went through. But for us the first storm was a experience.

Good job guys,please avoid sand banks, enjoy your time in the atol with your friends Cdn. Dave

Well yikes what a stressful few days you had. But you did it! 🎉🎉❤

Hi guys, I'm glad all is ok. You had me on the edge of my seat, and I didn't even see the storm. I am so glad you made it to a safe haven, and the boat made it out of the sand. Prayers for you and Bo❤.

Couple of fun days😮 Nice job on the sail repair. I was just using my speedy stitcher today for the first time in a few years - miracle tool for sure. When do most folks leave the Bahamas for hurricane season? I am currently running north up the Gulf of California to get out of the hurricane zone here. The chubascos (storms like the one you experienced with 80kts) will start up soon. The drill is to prepare for one every night, although one may get through the summer without getting nailed. The ensuing 'garage sales' in the mornings after they wreak havoc are fueled by folks that didn't fully prepare, lash down all there shit, etc... Great video!

Great teamwork. Here is to calmer days. 🎉🎉❤

So happy not a lot of damage for you guys✌️💜

We're waiting for a F10. I feel your pain and anxiety. Glad you got through it ok 👍 love your channel

Brandy that was so amazing the repair and stitching you did on the sail. I know you had to edit because casual viewers would get bored but wow would have loved to have seen you do the repair. Also thank you both for the video, it shows how safe you are in a strong storm. Glad the damage was minor in money and that you too are safe.

Ever a dull moment on Soirsa. Well done.

Your sketchy entrance to to that harbor is why my new boat draws 25 inches keel up , 6.5 keel down and is a swing keel . It is a Canadian made Southerly copy , better built though in my opinion than a Southerly . I love a pilot house that still sails well .

Love you guys! So glad you didn't receive more damage during that storm. Recently saw solar panels that were double-sided so that they could use the sun's reflection off the water to create more power. They seemed perfect for your set up. Future goals.? Safe travels. ❤

Great comback. You might want to look into using stainless uni-strut for panels. Could you tell us your anchor,chain and road set up. Thank you

Considering what might have been you got pretty lucky! Glad all is well.

I'm happy to see you two handle that storm with minor damage and able to get to a safer anchorage. I was happy to see Beau use those rubber grommets to prevent any more aluminum/steel corrosion having experienced that in my manufacturing days and surprisingly with truck air-conditioning connections where someone forgot to put the rubber gasket back in between two of those metals and caused loss of refrigerant.Brandy, I've used that speedy stitch tool on leather and next time you make back to the States, take shopping trip to a leather store 'Leathermaster?'(been so long I've forgotten the name) But if you go there as about 'palm protectors', which will slide over your thumb with extra padding in the are of the base of your thumb (think it's termed Mound of Venus), get both right and left so that both hands are protected. Mind you I hope that you never have to do those types of repairs again, but just incase. Fair winds and gentle waves you two.🥰

Wow.

It is funny watching the view counter rolling up like the pump when I fill up my Suburban.

Give yourselves a serious pat on the back for that was an intense few days and you handled it with flying colours !!

Good job with the speedy stitch!! I had to do some patches on my sail and lets just say they don't look nearly as good as yours!! haha

I would have given that anchor a kiss. Great Vid. Thanks for sharing :)

OMG. Sorry for damage, but really glad you both are safe and sound. Via con dios

Stainless Steel has to be drilled very slowly. You are cutting or burning so go very slow with the bit speed. You need cobalt bits.

The water is gorgeous so I'd ride out the storm lol

❤🙌🏼👍🏼awesome video!!!!!!

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That was a nasty squall, so glad that the damage was minimal, it could have been catastrophic. I think the sunglasses are a goner, get some Croakies Beau. Glad all is well, Mahalo.

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Beau is like a better looking Kelly Slater....anywho..u have such excellent content..enjoy ur summer 🏝️🌞

Glad you guys made it through as well as you did. Wild thing is I saw that Klein meter and I was just recently testing my first solar panel I got of FB with hopes of using it with a new to me homemade tiny house boat that came with 2 solar panels and a charge controller but yet to test. When I tested the one panel is went it first registered a voltage but then was volts then no volts back and forth. I have to look into what is actually supposed to meter and if its a constant with little fluxation depending on the light its seeing. Your episodes are in the place that I have been wanting to visit with my own boat with trailering from Northern lower Michigan and start at St Augusting and go down the east coast then shoot over. Thanks for sharing all you do, have been one of your very first viewers quite a few years ago.

According to the Annapolis Book of Seamanship a doubling of wind speed equates to a quadrupling of force. At 80 knots, do the math. 😮

Was the shark under the boat waiting for one of you to fall off or throw food over? Looked kinda ominous! Brandi you did a great job on the sail ants Bo you did the same on the solar panels! Glade it all worked out!😅

Better a sail than a mast. Hopefully the anchorage stayed relatively flat. I often wonder how much my solar panels frames can take. After seeing this I think I'm going to double up on the frame, good idea with the rubber grommets. I've found the white umhw type plastic ones hold up really well also, a little less wiggle also.

Without the bad, there is no good! Savor life as it comes, at least it’s not boring!

Solar is tough. There are new flexible solar panels including one technology they are looking to make sails from. By the way get yourself regen from your sailing. Others that are doing that see more generation from being under sail than from their Solar.

Time to invest in a Sailrite sewing machine ?

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Good anchor , you should remind us what make

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Guessing you didn't find glasses.

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Why drill new holes in the stainless tubing? Could you simply move the panel a few inches and drill new holes in the aluminum frame to line up with the existing holes in the tubing? Get some Tefgel too.