Liveaboard update

[nathanlee]

I just thought I'd post this since there are always a few people tempted by the life, so here's my thoughts on my first few weeks as a real liveaboard.

Of course, I have been living on Kudu for 9 months now, but 8 of those were in a marina in London, where, apart from the fact I was in a tiny space, it was just like living in a house. By that I mean, I had showers in the toilet block, laundry facilities, a supermarket nearby and lots of friends to socialise with.

Since I'm now making my way around Britain, I'm spending most of my time alone and out of reach of shops, or at least, to get to them takes quite an effort. I've have had an unbelievable amount of support from the people of the East coast, and without that I think I would be suffering. Simple things like a lift to the nearest town for supplies, or indeed a friendly conversation have taken on a new value.

I've proven that living on a boat this small is possible, but the amount my life has changed in the few short weeks I've been a real cruiser has been staggering. I've gotten used to washing onboard in the sink, and generally spending all my time on the boat, which when in a marina, you tend not to.

The liveaboard routine is setting in proper now, and although I do occasionally get a bit lonely, I do very much enjoy it. That said, on a boat this size, I really do need to get into a marina at least once a week to refresh myself with a proper shower, and charge the laptop up.

Fair winds fellow liveaboards, and a swift kick up the arse to anybody still dreaming of it. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[sr04]

Do you mean you enjoy it more than labouring away on the boat in Preston, a Stag wasn't it. /forums/images/graemlins/ooo.gif
I am glad all the daydreams are becoming reality

 

[craigbalsillie]

been following your video's and your blog.. it's great to see you doing so well..

really enjoying the videos..

the way you're going you WILL be heading to Christchurch NZ before long.. /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

good effort thus far, keep up the good work with the vid's and blog, and I hope the kindness continues and that you get some decent weather soon..

all the best..

Craig

 

[rivonia]

My heart goes out to you. It is a lonely life on a small boat. On our travel we met a few people like yourself and some of them had travelled very far as true live aboards. We would invite them for a proper cooked dinner. Do carry on, we shall try to keep up with your reports on our travels.

 

[AngusMcDoon]

I sailed roond Britain a few years ago, and found the same inconveniences as you with the humdrum practicalities of living.

But, and I'm sure you are aware of this, it's going to get trickier far oop North. Food shopping in particular gets difficult, and communications too when the phone networks become notworks.

Places like Loch Eribol, Kinlochbervie, Loch Nedd, Inverie, Crinan etc. are all scenically highlights of the trip, but plan the food situation in advance.

 

[Jake]

Hi Nathan

Just wanted to add my congratulations on some really entertaining videos. The editing and narration are both first class, and captures the gritty reality of what you are doing! Very envious of your free-spirit lifestyle.
Incidentally, I've added a raised hatch to my Corri with a perspex dome on top. It means you can stand fully upright to get dressed, or lookout when battened down - although you do look a bit like Buzz lightyear in the process! Another mod has been a cockpit tent that stretches from the rear gantry to another gantry over the main hatch. Gives you another cabin, albeit temporary.

Keep up the good work - and maybe the Jester will get you to new cruising grounds once you've conquered Britain!

Jake (POD)

 

[Scotty_Tradewind]

your raised hatch with the domed top.
Could you tell me more about it please.
Where did you get it etc.. cost?
ta
Scotty