Sailing Avocet | Building the COOLEST Boat Fridge!

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80 Degrees North? More like 80 Degrees Cooler!
Despite its incredibly large size, Avocet’s fridge had some issues causing our produce to go bad quicker than it should and put an unnecessary strain on our batteries by keeping our compressor running nearly 24/7. After we began demolition and made a shocking discovery we made it our mission to build the best boat fridge, ever. Although our project plan was simple in theory, it turned out to be one of the most challenging from sourcing materials to construction itself, but luckily we were graced with the presence of Chris’s brother Jon from S/V Prism who helped us get the job done, just in time for a trip to Santa Cruz Island. Without further adieu, we present to you the COOLEST video on our channel (see what I did there?)
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Road Trip to NV 2:25 - 3:40
Game Plan 3:40 - 7:22
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Installing Insulation 7:54 - 11:49
Details to Finish 11:49 - 17:33
THANK YOU PATRONS 17:33 - 18:04
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@danateel 3 жыл бұрын

You guys aren't as prolific as some vloggers but I really enjoy your videos. I like the way you explain not just what you are doing (and thinking) but why. Keep them coming and I'll keep on watching.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dana! We believe in quality over quantity, and although we would LOVE to produce more content we put a lot of time behind not only the projects but the filming and editing itself. Not to mention we both work full time and Chris is a professional cinematographer so getting him to edit for “fun” after a big shoot can sometimes be like pulling teeth 😂 we appreciate the kind words and can’t wait to share more soon

@svslipaway3534 3 жыл бұрын

I caught the “oh glorious sanding” which is an homage to Mads from SailLife- Nicely done.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed, one of our favorite channels

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU ALL for your patience as we did our best to finish this video. Chris's laptop died suddenly so we decided to upgrade to the M1 Mini and monitor that colorists use since, well, Chris needed it for work anyways. In addition to the minor computer crisis, we have also been busy working on our boat and others while managing our respective businesses to "fund the dream"... We look forward to more sailing soon, and can't wait to share some exciting news with you all! Stay tuned :)

@marissaneely616 3 жыл бұрын

It was definitely a beast of a project. I wish I could have participated a little more but i'm glad Jon was able to step in for me while I was at work!

@trebledog 2 жыл бұрын

Believe me, I've been sailing more than 40 years. Your sense of humor is the most important asset aboard that boat. Everything else can be replaced. So what happens if Calif Highway Patrol stops you and finds 2-part epoxy, do you get arrested? Holy Mama.

@sailingavocet 2 жыл бұрын

Ha! Nothing happens, you can use it in California, you just cant buy it in California.

@wsfarnie Жыл бұрын

What a great improvement to the galley! The effort on the fridge was worth every $$ and time spent.

@sailingavocet Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@peterengel7885 2 жыл бұрын

You have done a real first class job on your gallery.

@sailingavocet 2 жыл бұрын

cheers!

@brucew6897 3 жыл бұрын

**sips coffee**takes notes on amusing humour, sarcasm and eventually beautiful craftsmanship** 😆🙌🏻 You two amaze every time 👍🏻

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Lol! You crack us up Bruce. Thanks for watching, we sincerely enjoy yo ur comments on every post

@BuildingSYMistress 3 жыл бұрын

Well done Avocet crew and yet another example, even with quality production boats, of how corners are cut. Your solid refit work will seriously pay off 👍🍺🍷

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, friends! It is amazing how some designs can be so well thought out in theory yet simple corners are cut (sometimes literally) like our fridge. As technology advances I'm sure in 40+ years we will be saying the same about today's "new" yachts!

@jameswesthart5873 2 жыл бұрын

Took me awhile to sus out this channel. Liking it a lot. Great videos from a really hard and smart working team!

@sailingavocet 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you sussed us out and liked what you saw!

@Bruin4Life 2 жыл бұрын

Great job of retrofitting the refrigerator/galley area. Just found your channel a little earlier and love the professionalism of the work that Chris has used in retrofitting Avocet with Joh and your assistance Melissa. I will have to spend some time viewing all of the back videos so that I can get up-to-date.

@sailingavocet 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

@saiderrahmansayed8104 3 жыл бұрын

Glorious sanding. Your solid refit work will seriously pay off.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank you! We are thrilled with the results

@sailingsunlinenorth3154 3 жыл бұрын

You guys for sure have the absolute BEST cinematography...glorious editing...cheers mates keep em coming.. I love it !

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! Okay, this was the best comment we have read. Thank you so much for the kind words and support, we are thrilled you enjoy our hard work :) Stay safe out there!

@CarolsChannelAustralia 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Marissa..wow what an awesome lifestyle you two are having...thank you for sharing your adventure with us. Xx

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Carol! We appreciate you taking the time to drop in

@mn7803 3 жыл бұрын

Good counter top's product testing! Thanks for taking the time to conduct the test and to share the result!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! We want to make sure the info we share is more than just "we like it because its pretty" ... we want to share the "why" and "how" as well! Thanks for watching and commenting

@BillB23 3 жыл бұрын

I follow several sailing channels and this was one of the better refit vids I've seen. Nice work on the video and on the galley! Fair winds and following seas.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bill! We really appreciate that.

@JC-bqq Жыл бұрын

Great work, Chris did an awesome job.

@sailingavocet Жыл бұрын

He always does :)

@mandygibson272 3 жыл бұрын

Avocet looks AMAZING🤩well done guys!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mermandy!

@alisonarmstrong7905 3 жыл бұрын

So cool what you guys are doing! Really good job! Happy renovating :)

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Alison!

@yaa63 3 жыл бұрын

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW WHAT A RIFIT!!!! Totally PRO...very impressive

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! We appreciate the support :) the full project details are on our website if you’re interested in getting super nerdy! Www.svavocet.com

@yaa63 3 жыл бұрын

@@sailingavocet Thank you very much! Looking forward to following you!!

@williammyers6766 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are doing a really great job!!!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you think so!

@resheim1 Жыл бұрын

fun to see Jon there and more surprise that he is your brother. keep up the good work both of you :)

@sailingavocet Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@sailingbrittany6795 Жыл бұрын

You folks do fantastic work. I see lots of great tips. Thank you.

@sailingavocet Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@SailingTaranto 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful work! Cheers

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, friends! We appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment

@AthelstanEngland 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure Avocet is my favourite yacht of all the sailing channels... such as classy looking boat and you're doing a great job getting her back (and perhaps beyond) to her full glory.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, this seriously made our day! Avocet has been so good to us, its wild to think our hearts were set on a completely different boat before we "met" her. It has been an honor to continue the previous owners legacy.

@AthelstanEngland 3 жыл бұрын

@@sailingavocet cool! :)

@bradbusch9585 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job guys enjoy your video’s a lot keep it up 👍

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brad!

@Popyachts 3 жыл бұрын

Now THIS is what its all about! Nice!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

heck yah! Thanks for stopping by

@arupdas2478 3 жыл бұрын

This is really wonderful

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!

@MominulIslam-sf4ql 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! amazing job. best wish your work.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@nayeemislam4375 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing job

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@HagothVoyage 2 жыл бұрын

You guys rock! Smart, capable, good communicators and extreamly good taste in boats.

@sailingavocet 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brandon!

@svroyalatenea4908 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing guys, we will be building our fridge as well in the near future so its always great to see information.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank YOU for watching! Happy to answer any questions you have about the build, a proper write up is coming soon.

@svroyalatenea4908 3 жыл бұрын

@@sailingavocet thank you

@jptilley10 2 жыл бұрын

You guys nailed the intro! Nice work 👌🏻

@sailingavocet 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! You should check out the latest one, its pretty sweet

@princearif-wj6be 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for amazing content....❤️❤️

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

So nice of you

@loucragin6519 Жыл бұрын

Wow the before and after is amazing.

@sailingavocet Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You should see the head remodel videos 😳

@annafraley5388 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome work projects. 😎👍✅

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank you!!!

@shammiakter779 3 жыл бұрын

Glorious sanding...thanks for share

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@judywebb8358 3 жыл бұрын

Your humor is awesome!!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thanks! :)

@craiglange4852 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice video. Several steps up from the others. 👍

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks !

@TheBoatRambler 3 жыл бұрын

Great job guys!! 👏👏

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy!

@mdislam9195 3 жыл бұрын

Wow amazing

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@bridgethegap238 3 жыл бұрын

Looks great! You’re a couple of hard working, Sailors! Keep it up!! 🤙🏻🤟🏻

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew!

@Sunshine-ci6wx 3 жыл бұрын

Looking awesome.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@bertamaral6617 3 жыл бұрын

we are so lucky to have you save the day, you're so amazing DRAMA OMGS

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

huh?

@TasmanianViking 3 жыл бұрын

Great job with the fridge/freezer. Avocet is a nice looking home, the galley looks amazing.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We are excited to sail her far and wide. We appreciate you stopping by!

@kjelpeterson5236 3 жыл бұрын

Great project. Kudos

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@mahfujhossen1597 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing video 😍😍

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🤗

@mdhasanmahmud6645 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@neilmccauley69 3 жыл бұрын

Guys you are amazing!!!!!The way of your life is wonderful!!!!!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much Neil!

@mhshakib4795 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing video

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

cheers

@SailingChannels 3 жыл бұрын

Crossing state lines for paint. Couple of fugitives right here. 🤠 -love that tip on using hot glue to create the templates. Great video!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

We call it “boatlegging”

@SailingChannels 3 жыл бұрын

@@sailingavocet ❤️🤪

@utubereview1225 3 жыл бұрын

Obviously wonderful and so impressive tutorial for all kinds of people

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching!

@PhoneReadyLeads 3 жыл бұрын

Killer video!

@mdsifat-pi5dt 3 жыл бұрын

This amazing video 🙂🙂

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@mrabul1253 3 жыл бұрын

Great Working Bro

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thanks

@alimamun689 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

cheers!

@notoutnj8895 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing contain

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thanks?

@allhumansentertainment4401 3 жыл бұрын

Very beautiful

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching!

@svfairisle 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely done guys. I was thinking of reinsulating our fridge & freezer next winter. Think I might just buy a plug in cool box now!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

If you have the time a project like this is totally do-able!

@Tamima_Chy 3 жыл бұрын

sips coffee**takes notes on amusing humour, sarcasm and eventually beautiful craftsmanship* 😆🙌🏻 You two amaze every time 👍🏻 Sailing Avocet

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

looks like you copied Batmans post...

@SailingIxion 3 жыл бұрын

It turned out amazing! We are looking to do a bunch of galley work, so this definitely gave us some ideas.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks friends! Let us know how your project goes

@maevademol3026 2 жыл бұрын

That's exacly what i was thinking 😁 i now have a good idea of what to do in our galley

@marufhasansongram3177 3 жыл бұрын

Love the way of this video presentation ❤️💥💥

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🤗

@timohan100 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. The galley looks amazing. I am stealing a bunch of your ideas for my boat restoration. I hope to make my boat look as good as Avocet some day. Cheers!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim! It’s all a labor of love. Feel free to reach out with any questions, we’re here to help

@mdmonirkhan2738 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@yorukkizigeziyor 3 жыл бұрын

Very beautiful 😍👍 👍

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!

@Martin_Skywatcher 3 жыл бұрын

Chris: The reason not to do it ? I don't know" lol great thinking he wants to do it right that for sure. Sorry took me a while to watch your video, I am subscribed to too many sailing channels and KZfaq does not do a very good job reminding me which ones I have not watched yet, despite having notifications set to always.

@KalieIsaacs 3 жыл бұрын

So awesome! Congrats on the new fridge. Now I want to rip mine apart.....thanks hahaha.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kalie! This video would not have made it here without you. Thanks for the support and when you’re ready to rip apart your fridge let’s chat

@actoraa 3 жыл бұрын

You did a great job with the fridge space.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@amatohalenda1571 3 жыл бұрын

I really really think the howler monkeys and tools story has to be expanded on. Also the sander I think is the #1 most used tool restoring a sailboat. I collected 7 and a half pounds of sand dust from my boat project last year. 11/10 great video! I look forward to the next one!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

True that on the Sander!

@rafedkhan4610 3 жыл бұрын

amazing content carry on

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank you!!!

@SailingSunday 3 жыл бұрын

Great work guys, it turned out awesome! And here I am trying to figure out what to do with my door seal on my fridge lol

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks friends!! Let’s connect on Instagram and we can throw around some ideas

@boneamine1203 3 жыл бұрын

Wow nice

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@AlexGoesSailing 3 жыл бұрын

Now that’s a fancy galley! Great video as always🙂

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex! Glad you enjoyed it. Your projects inspired us to persevere. Keep it up

@AlexGoesSailing 3 жыл бұрын

@@sailingavocet thanks! I definitely have plenty to keep me going!

@michaelcummings2192 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work by the Neely clan. Super looking galley,

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

It takes a village? Nah, it just takes the Neely’s.

@fallcitys 3 жыл бұрын

Really like the galley. You did a great job.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!

@coaislamtanha1592 3 жыл бұрын

best of luck.... Go ahead

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thanks

@AlienX69 3 жыл бұрын

Was kind of surprised you had to drive to LV to get those items not available in California ... SHOCKED !! Nice work on the galley refit, well done Chris. Reminds me of Dan fixing up Uma with enhanced galley. Really enjoy your channel, one of my favorites, you guys ROCK !!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! That’s a huge compliment

@twohalf-hitches 3 жыл бұрын

Such a cool project!!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Lol I see the pun!

@twohalf-hitches 3 жыл бұрын

What brand of compressor does your fridge use? I'm trying to decide which to get for my fridge rebuild project

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

@@twohalf-hitches good Q! I will have to check with Chris. I know our evaporation plate is a sea frost...

@bahamasking2063 3 жыл бұрын

I like the fridge refit. Nice video. First time viewer of your channel.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard! We are so glad you enjoyed this video and took the time to comment. Thanks!

@bahamasking2063 3 жыл бұрын

@@sailingavocet Welcome.

@johnpowell3392 3 жыл бұрын

Well done! Great planning, execution, and results! John, Mary Emily, Shelter Bay, Panama 👍⛵️

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you John! We appreciate the kind words!

@arottie4097 3 жыл бұрын

Hey guy's welcome back! Hope ya start pumping out video's. Cuzzz i'm ready to fallow your Adventures!!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! How have you been?

@Davidcallard 3 жыл бұрын

Just remember that 'heat tolerant' is a full grade below 'heat resistant'. I think I would be putting my hot pots into the sink for safety from damages to benches and from boat movements. The refit looks fantastic!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

indeed, the reality of me cooking elaborate meals while underway are slim but this was still a good test.

@gregorytimmons4777 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous ! I'd like to check out the boat too.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gregory! We will be doing a boat tour sooner than later...

@dutchglobetrotter4513 3 жыл бұрын

You guys have a new sub.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome!!!

@RenegadeADV 3 жыл бұрын

Got to love the never ending refits!

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Someone asked me the other day "how many more projects do you have?" and after listing the 3 main ones it turned into "well theres also varnish... and it would be nice to build a new shelf... oh and maybe install that doo-hickey we have had laying around..." so they truly never end. if they did we would be bored,

@RenegadeADV 3 жыл бұрын

@@sailingavocet It is the never ending story!

@Esschert 3 жыл бұрын

@Renegade Show You should know. Most people however finish them, according to your own YT channel, you just start them. But that's OK, because every yard I've ever been in has a guy like you. I'm guessing you're THAT guy in your own yard. Be proud of it however. Somebody has to be THAT GUY.

@aleroxit 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful kitchen! Faithful update to your choi Lee

@sailingavocet 2 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@Plamukaroy 3 жыл бұрын

good vloggs guys, lucky to meet you along TikTok on expedition Adams,I going to look all your vloggs one by one,starting from this evening and will gif every vloggs my 👍up.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome! We appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment. Thank you!

@seatoskyadventures6130 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and production skills guys! New subscriber here, I’m enjoying your journey. Cheers from Vancouver BC 🍻🇨🇦

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thanks! Welcome aboard :)

@sailingcitrinesunset4065 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks friends!

@frpfile9276 3 жыл бұрын

nice your all video

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thanks

@allkindsaprojects 3 жыл бұрын

You guys get as messy as I do - Great content.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes creating a mess is the only way to create a masterpiece... Chris is good at seeing through it all to the final product but I cant see the "big picture" until it is closer to the finish line!

@aleroxit 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome intro! Granite has hardness close (ish) to diamond.

@sailingavocet 2 жыл бұрын

indeed

@CalicoSkiesSailing 3 жыл бұрын

Ohh the things we do for cold beer!! 😂🍻

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

and ice cream!

@DowneastThunderCreations 3 жыл бұрын

"I feel your pain."😂🤣😂🤣

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Lol

@SailingSeatramp 3 жыл бұрын

Good job! The dream of sharing an ice cold beer together one day is getting more realistic 😁

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, closely followed by ice cream sundaes

@FarmallFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Met you over on the Tok...👍

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Well hi there!

@yvonnemcgearty8362 3 жыл бұрын

Wow amazing job. Best wishes from the crew of Wave Dancer Westerly fulmar

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much Yvonne!

@HeyMichaelLeo 3 жыл бұрын

That was very well done? Subbed.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeff!

@marissahushaw3677 3 жыл бұрын

What a project haha

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

for sure

@randypalmatier5495 3 жыл бұрын

Love Led Zeppelin! Excellent video.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

Grew up listening to Zeppelin! This is Chris’s late fathers shirt that has seen many a refits.

@sailingju-laytoddconant5223 3 жыл бұрын

Great job. I wish I was a DIY guy. I’d love to have a front loader fridge.

@sailingavocet 3 жыл бұрын

We love it!