A Day in the Life: Making Money While Cruising

A Day in the Life: Making Money While Cruising | S02E15

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6 жыл бұрын

Isla Mujeres continued to be a perfect place to find work. Desiree found a side-job doing social media photography for a wedding planning company, scored big time on a cruising sailboat whose owner wanted newly-upholstered cushions, and Jordan honed in on his rudder building skills! We also experimented with doing odd jobs for other cruisers like trouble shooting wifi.
After working hard in Isla Mujeres, it was time to get Atticus back out on the water for an adventure! We decided to sail south to Bahia de Ascensión with our neighbors. Check out our process of turning Atticus back into a cruising sailboat!
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@joegeorge7868 4 жыл бұрын

Salt of the earth people! Well, salt of the sea. Keep up the great work ethic and quality life style.

@andrewutter2924 5 жыл бұрын

You guys are the cutest couple 👏❤

@brandonholliday7927 5 жыл бұрын

The student becomes the master! Pretty cool to learn a solid trade like that!

@jonathanp906 5 жыл бұрын

That was so cool seeing how you make the rudders!

@whitewaterplayboating 6 жыл бұрын

Nice job on the video. It is easy to tell the fun stories, so much harder to make the work life interesting.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt! Glad it's entertaining- sometimes we wonder if seeing our daily lives would be boring- glad it's not too painful to watch :)

@jerrymullen9661 6 жыл бұрын

Always look forward to your videos.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Aww!!! THanks Jerry!!

@stevewicht7452 6 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work....literally. Love ❤️ the video.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve & Rita!!

@williamcarr1148 4 жыл бұрын

It's all aboot the dingy,lol I like how your responsibility on the heads up jobs for the boat comes first 😉

@UkeOrPuke 6 жыл бұрын

Great vid as usual. 15 minutes is perfect IMO...really entertaining

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom!! And thanks for letting us know about the length- we're still figuring out what works! Have you had a chance to visit TTG yet?

@UkeOrPuke 6 жыл бұрын

Not yet...I just found it, and rarely get to Sarasota. Been staying on the hook a lot lately...we will though

@coffeefish 6 жыл бұрын

Looking good guys!

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Coffeefish!!

@patrickw8302 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video !!

@chasemixon6327 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome episode! #NailedIt

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Aw!! Thanks Chase!

@curacao11 6 жыл бұрын

awesome guys

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky 5 жыл бұрын

Captain Ron, Go cat go.

@nick.caffrey 5 жыл бұрын

Desiree has a really nice voice.

@theislandpackrat 6 жыл бұрын

And your off to see the world!

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

That's the plan :)!

@gking5522 6 жыл бұрын

Now look at that yoyo, that's the way you do it, you paint the bottom on the U TV! That ain't workin', that's the way you do it , money for somthin' and your chic's so sweet. Now that ain't workin', that's the way you do it Lemme tell ya them guys ain't dumb Maybe get a blister on your paintin' finger Maybe get a blister on the sewin' thumb. We gotta install monohull rudders Custom cushion deliveries We gotta move these hull gizmos We gotta move these head hoz_ees! Look a' here, that's the way you do it, You paint the bottom on the U TV Money for somthin' and your chic's so sweet We gotta install monohull rudders Custom cushion deliveries We gotta move these hull gizmos We gotta move these head hozees! That ain't workin', that's the way you do it , money for somthin' and your chic's so sweet. Now that ain't workin', that's the way you do it I want my, I want my, I want my rum drinks free With apologies to Dire Straits! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oqd0abKTzp2nkZs.html

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

This is awesome! haha!

@hanssolo4ever 6 жыл бұрын

I like the way you set up the outboard when you store it.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks Hans!! It takes up a LOT of space, but we can really zip around when we get to a cool spot and want to explore!

@hanssolo4ever 6 жыл бұрын

Project Atticus it is well secured too in bad weather. I like those stainless ratchets too you got.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

gracias! All Jordan's design! He's become pretty handy over the years :)

@hanssolo4ever 6 жыл бұрын

Keep learning skills and ask Jordan to pick up some refrigeration tools, gauges and such. You can make a lot of money fixing boaters ac and refrigeration, most of the freon is either 134 a or r22 for ac. I got gauges and scales and leak finder from harbor freight.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

nice! You are so right about refrigeration and AC! We've already seen sooo many people looking for technicians here in Isla Mujeres!

@lazyplumber1616 4 жыл бұрын

I think another level of patron may be appropriate? I want to be a part of Project Atticus...I would pledge one dollar per episode a "scurvy dog" just to say thanks and I believe in you two Buds!

@dal8963 5 жыл бұрын

Liked and subbed as it's nice to see yall acually working as most youtubers just live off video and make a ton of money, I hope yall still take on some jobs helping others once yall reach that level onKZfaq, I will interact by thumbs uping commenting etc. As I hope your other subs do to help get yall on a path you dont have to work but still do to help out.

@SailBeforeSunset 6 жыл бұрын

Good work on the cushions! First Mate here has just finished her third cushion. The first was a bit off and needs to be resewn, but the second and third are really good! Have you found that you really need to buy your supplies from Sailrite? We've bought from other places and found the quality to be off.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Tom & Anne! That's awesome that she's completed her first projects! Wohoo! That's always how it goes- the first one is always the worst :) That's what a good seem ripper is for! I've found that Sailrite is the most reliable- I never have to wonder about quality with them. I've strayed from Sailrite when purchasing Latex just because Sailrite doesn't sell latex foam. Tell Anne Good luck and have fun!!

@SailingPauHana 6 жыл бұрын

Nice job on the rudders and the cushions. Did you guys learn from trial and error or did you take some training in fiberglass and sewing?

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks guys! We both learned while refitting Atticus- a little bit from reading books, a little bit from articles and online forums, a little bit from boatyard friends, a little bit of trial and error, and then later we got better at finding "experts" and asking them MANY questions, haha! Check out most of our refit (lessons AND failures) here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bLKqiJN-yKnSZIU.html

@GeorgiaDawgAthens 4 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectAtticus 1:45 You are too honest but, I would have done the same--and starved. 5:21 did you bring (1) your own Sailrite sewing machine or (2) did the boat owner have one or (3) did you rent a sewing machine? What brand, what model? Extra attachments? 6:22 Rudders: I get the gest of what you did but would like to see the *details*. Did you rent those tools at the marina?

@tentimes4 6 жыл бұрын

When you're making the rudders, are you using closed cell syntactic foam or was that straight isocyanate open cell? It looked like it was open cell. great job... I'm glad you're showing a strong work ethic.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Jason! Thanks so much! I'm pretty sure it was open cell foam, but I'll double check with Jordan for ya! -Desiree

@Taboollc 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome. i just found yr channel. havent seen any of yr videos on sosailize !!! do you not share them there ?

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Lina Tx Hey Lina! Welcome to the channel! I haven’t heard of socailize but I’ll check it out! Gracias!

@GeneRossano 3 жыл бұрын

You guys look like you are ready for some sailing time. Good decision.

@GeneRossano 2 жыл бұрын

Deseree, Jordan got a real winner when he hooked up with you. You, as he does, just accept a challenge and get to it. You two are so compatible and wonderful. keep enjoying each other, Atticus and each other.

@hanssolo4ever 6 жыл бұрын

There is two kind of wifi antenna, one is a directional and the other is omnidirectional.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hans!

@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky Жыл бұрын

Jordon, have you considered calling Desiree something other than "Bud" ? Like maybe, Princess, Sweetheart, Honey, Babe or something a women would appreciate you calling her? I have watched all 8 seasons of your videos and I feel like you are talking to a drinking buddy at a local bar. LMAO. Just wanted to give you some food for thought. The water in Malta is really beautiful like your little Princesses. I am about to fall out of my chair laughing thinking about this comment.

@ProjectAtticus Жыл бұрын

🤣 i specifically requested that Jordan never call me any names like honey, baby, sweetie, etc. I just don't like them for me 😊 he calls me "bud" by my request

@howard977 4 жыл бұрын

Where did you get your sunglasses starting at 3:33 ?

@Ubertubermeister 2 жыл бұрын

10:46 to 10:58 - When you strap the outboard on deck to you have to drain fluids? - or is it because it's a marine motor it's pretty much air/water tight and there is no need for that?

@socialwebwiki 5 жыл бұрын

great video. where did you stay exactly? costs of the marina?

@gorkemgulan 4 жыл бұрын

Stephan R i think they said $500

@willysparrow9861 6 жыл бұрын

LOve it!!

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Gracias Willy!!

@Smileren-nt5hg 6 жыл бұрын

Do you bring fiberglass, material for sewing and so on with you, or do you buy it where you need it/coustomer needs to supply it for you?

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Christain! Great question! Jordan is typically able to source his materials in Cancun (and he charges a purchasing fee to cover transportation costs and his time) like fiberglass and resin, for example. If it's a specialty material, or marine grade, we can find it in Cancun, but there is usually an upcharge on it, so we're just upfront about that. We also know when people are going and coming from the states (small community here), so sometimes we ask friends to bring supplies with them. As for fabric, I have a bunch of extra sunbrella, zippers, fasteners, etc. Whatever I don't have, I either source the materials in Cancun or wait to hear about someone flying in from the States to order. For these cushions, I gave the owners the supply list and told them if they fly in the materials it would save them by x%, and so they decided to bring in the materials themselves.

@Smileren-nt5hg 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great answer, I'm thinking of doing something similar myself, so nice to know how other people do it :) Looking forwards to more movies from you guys :)

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Also check out this video we made with some tips on finding work while cruising: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/paenfpWX1JutgWQ.html

@JasonWh 4 жыл бұрын

keep making quality content and your sub count will reach the point where you don't have to do anything else.

@deviliantoyap 4 жыл бұрын

Hello jordan..i just wondering..may i know your fee for one hour ? Is fixed fee or it depends on what kind of job your doing ? Example : that rotor. And how about the materials ? Is it come from you or say consumer prepare it for you ? Thx for answer. Love from Indonesia sea. Because at here lots of marine job available.

@swflboatingchannel 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Bud! What exactly does the tattoo on your ring finger say and what is it's significance?

@hanssolo4ever 6 жыл бұрын

I missed your videos, they have not popped up in my list, do not know why.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Hans! So weird! Try going to kzfaq.info_manager and next to Project Atticus, click on the Bell- then you will have the option to show "all", "occasional", or "none" as well as a check box for our "creator posts". If you want in on the creator posts (where we post about live streams), just click that box. Hope that helps!! Thanks for watching!

@vishnumohan9956 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, where is the toilet in this boat.

@searscr1 4 жыл бұрын

I am not trying to troll, but did you ever explain how you went about getting a work visa? My wife and I are planning to work as we go too, so we would be interested in knowing.

@chiefcliff 6 жыл бұрын

Really liking you guys. Nice job. Fun to watch. Oh, but the hair,..not so much. Damn, did I just blow the compliment.

@Chris-zo5ze 6 жыл бұрын

I like the hair... trendy.

@chiefcliff 6 жыл бұрын

Chris Rushing--- so are skinny jeans and man buns - both of which should never ever appear in the vicinity of a football locker room or sailboat.

@Chris-zo5ze 6 жыл бұрын

Steve Holett, Meh... I guess I try to be a little less judgmental... I personally don't care for skinny jeans or man buns, but have no idea why they shouldn't be worn near a locker room or a sail boat.? If they like it, wear it... I don't have to like it, and I was also raised to keep my mouth shut if I didn't have something nice to say. There's no need to put someone down for the type of fashion they are drawn to. Fashion changes. People too, need to change or they'll get left behind.

@pateallan7764 6 жыл бұрын

I think he was just poking fun

@Chris-zo5ze 6 жыл бұрын

Steve Holett, blaming the fact that someone takes offence at an offensive comment on "snowflake society" is such a copout. I'm sure you don't know these two personally. Would you walk up to a stranger at a party or in a restaurant and tell them you don't like their hair? I highly doubt it. Would you walk up to someone you don't know and insult their skinny jeans or man bun? Again, I doubt it. I'm sure you weren't TRYING to be offensive... You probably WERE joking. That doesn't change the fact that your joke came at the expense of making a negative comment about a strangers physical appearance. I'm not mad or upset about you being offensive. I just wanted to add that I like his hair. Then you doubled down and said skinny jeans and man buns aren't acceptable in locker rooms and sail boats. Stick to your day job because comedy is not your forte.

@donsherman4403 6 жыл бұрын

Really like your videos of your sailing life style. A question that I have had for a couple videos is why do you deflate your dingy “Little Shit” for passages? What is your plan it the worst possible we’re to happens? Enjoy your journey and God Bless.

@hanssolo4ever 6 жыл бұрын

Did you buy the sailrite zigzag sewing machine?

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Yep! We have the Sailrite LSZ-1 and I LOVE it!

@hanssolo4ever 6 жыл бұрын

That is one thing I will buy as well.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

You will LOVE it!

@davisebbert4835 4 жыл бұрын

Jordan: Buddy it’s time to wake uppppp.” Desiree: Nooo buddy” Jordan (in father-like tone) “nooooo, adventure day.” 😂😂😂 Side note: hope I didn’t butcher Desiree’s name 😳

@josephlashley9459 5 жыл бұрын

What’s with the wristband. My wife uses hers for carpo tunnel nwhile she sleeps

@ProjectAtticus 5 жыл бұрын

I got pretty bad tendinitis while working on super yachts for 3 years :(. Now I have to wear the brace when I’m pushing my wrists to much

@1bmwrider 3 жыл бұрын

Watching your videos make me think of two things. The first is how lucky you are to have a beautiful woman by your side. The second thing is just how boring it must be from time to time. I want to sell everything and buy a boat but too old to start a new life. Be carefull out on the seas and especially watch out for the pirates. Do you even have a firearm to protect yourself?

@tjgolen1983 6 жыл бұрын

Salty.

@kirk9671 6 жыл бұрын

How much does it cost to be in the marina?

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Kirk B hey Kirk B! We do a work exchange deal with the dock we’re at (sewing, Boat and general maintenance work). We do 20 hrs per month. But the marinas in this part of Isla, for a Boat Our size go for between $500-800 USD per month ;)

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Kirk B thanks! Our friends from second star gave us the idea so we’ll definitely do it again if we ever need to be at a dock!

@adamttreat123 6 жыл бұрын

How long are you in Isla?

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Adam! We'll be here through the end of the month, then off to Cuba!

@adamttreat123 6 жыл бұрын

Project Atticus cool safe travels. I was wondering because of day charter possibilities for cash. Didn’t know if that was a possibility. My wife and I will be there in June. Fair winds you two.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Oh gotcha! We're shooting to leave by the beginning of May, but if for some reason that changes, we'll let ya know! In the meantime, check out the facebook group Isla Mujeres Cruisers net if you want to meet some cruisers and maybe pay someone for a day sail! facebook.com/groups/1580270735543853/

@adamttreat123 6 жыл бұрын

Project Atticus thanks so much!

@hanssolo4ever 6 жыл бұрын

Where are you know?

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

We're still in Isla Mujeres, Mx. Next stop-- Cuba!

@SailBeforeSunset 6 жыл бұрын

Electric winch? You cheater! Seriously, we're going to install one for the main and pulling me up the mast, too.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Niiice! Splurge if it makes life easier!!

@lrselk8066 6 жыл бұрын

Sorry but the music is loud and then it's hard to understand some of the things you say.. but enjoy your videos

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@flyingdutchman6984 6 жыл бұрын

Sadly the sailing world is full of wealthy owners with no desire to actually sail. For people like myself ferrying their playthings has been a good source of income. If you can deal with the stresses involved with everything from mountainous seas, pirates and overzealous coast guard it is actually an easy way to make money. Have you considered or have you moved any sailboats for people? I think both of you would fill the role perfectly.

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Hey S/V Tattoo! That's a great idea- we haven't done any deliveries yet, but we've heard that it's a good way to make money! We have some friends who have fallen into it and are now delivering a boat from Fiji to Belize! Something we'll definitely consider if the opportunity arises! Thanks for the tip! Do you get most of your delivery jobs by word of mouth or do you use a website? -Desiree

@flyingdutchman6984 6 жыл бұрын

I started delivering sailboats for two builders in my homeland of the Netherlands back in the mid 80's where my father was the lead fiberglass technician. I have since become semi-retired due to an injury and relocated to the southern Philippines. I still ferry a few sailboats a year to supplement my pension income and get all jobs through word of mouth or from my previous employers.

@user-dy2qq5wh4b 6 жыл бұрын

Cool, and you could do automated bitcoin/ crypto currency trading/ mining. typically 1% daily. it does take an initial investment though, and then a few months of recouping the original. then its all gravy

@ProjectAtticus 6 жыл бұрын

Hey John! Yeah we've heard of bunches of sailors getting into bitcoin crypto currency! We'll look into it sometime :) Thanks for the tip!