Adventure On Deck Cheryl Drury

Buying a boat is easier said than done. And finding the right one isn’t that simple either. Thankfully, we had Michael Bach on our side when we bought our sailboat, Abide.
Michael joins me in this episode to share his story of becoming a broker which started out working in shipyards and racing. We then uncover the process we went through together of finding the right boat and arranging the purchase and works.
This episode is packed with surprising stories, professional expertise, and practical advice for anyone interested in sailing!
Highlights from this episode:
Our broker Michael’s journey from boat racing to finding Abide.How Michael sniffs out the duds when looking for boats for his clients.Who is the typical boat owner?How the boat buying process works.How COVID prompted us (and many others) to sail more.
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Bachus Yacht Consultancy - https://bycyacht.com/
For more about Abide - https://svabide.com/
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Abide on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sail_abide
Cheryl Drury on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryldruryphotographer/
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Now the real work begins… 
We’re picking up where we left off in episode 3 with our captain Roland. In this part of the story, the boat (Abide) is still in the water at the shipyard in Belfast, Maine, but we’re gearing up to haul her out and get started on the refit.
This was the biggest project that Roland had undertaken. We speak about how we chose the shipyard, the work that went into getting Abide into the shed and the major undertaking of preparing her for the refit. It sounds straightforward, but it’s anything but!
Highlights from this episode:
What goes into hauling a 136-foot sailboat out of the water.Choosing the right shipyard for the work.The process of finding the crew and getting them set up.Getting the cost estimates for the refit… ‘estimate’ being the keyword!
If you enjoy this episode, subscribe on your podcast app of choice so you don’t miss the next part of the story.
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For more about Abide - https://svabide.com/
CONNECT
Abide on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sail_abide
Cheryl Drury on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryldruryphotographer/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bd
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adventure-on-deck/id1749793321
Captivate - https://adventure-on-deck.captivate.fm

It turns out, there’s more to a sailboat than a sail and a mast… 
After acquiring our 136-foot sailboat, Abide, we discovered something we weren’t expecting to find that sent us down a rabbit hole (and I’m not talking about the 23 jars of mint jelly…).
We found a huge binder of records relating to the original design and purchase of the boat. We’re talking notes from meetings, emails, and even faxes!
In this episode, my husband Bill and I share what we discovered from these historic records - the drama that unfolded that led to 35 pages of change orders or modifications before the original owner was satisfied.
Seeing Abide now, though, it looks like it was worth it!
Highlights from this episode:
The history of Abide’s original construction and purchase.Introducing my husband Bill to the story.How Abide, a boat constructed in The Netherlands, was tailored for an American owner.Understanding what goes into designing and building a sailboat.Where we’re hoping to take Abide to next and in the future.
If you enjoy this episode, subscribe on your podcast app of choice so you don’t miss the next part of the story.
LEARN MORE
For more about Abide - https://svabide.com/
CONNECT
Abide on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sail_abide
Cheryl Drury on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryldruryphotographer/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bd
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adventure-on-deck/id1749793321
Captivate - https://adventure-on-deck.captivate.fm

Last week we shared with you the first part of the story of how Roland came to be the captain of our 136-foot sailboat, Abide. This week, you’ll discover the rest of the story.
We were about to start the refit and Roland was boarding Abide for the first time. He was greeted with a frosty reception from the old crew… but this only strengthened the resolve to make this work.
Abide hadn’t been maintained too well, and she needed some attention before she would be ready for chartering. In this episode, you’ll also discover the start of the refit journey.
Highlights from this episode:
The second part of Roland’s journey to becoming our captain.The frosty reception Roland got when he went to pick up Abide!The journey Roland and Abide took to Belfast, Maine where the refit began.The weird and wonderful things we found stowed away on Abide, like 23 jars of mint jelly…
If you enjoy this episode, subscribe on your podcast app of choice so you don’t miss the next part of the story.
LEARN MORE
For more about Abide - https://svabide.com/
CONNECT
Abide on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sail_abide
Cheryl Drury on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryldruryphotographer/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bd
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adventure-on-deck/id1749793321
Captivate - https://adventure-on-deck.captivate.fm

We love a challenge. And this story is all about jumping in head first. In episode one I uncovered the story of how our adventure began, from the first time Bill and I went sailing, to coming to own a 136-foot sailboat. If you haven’t listened to episode one already, start there!
In this episode, I’m joined by our intrepid captain Roland, who without him, our adventure might not have been possible. We pick up where we left off with Abide arriving at Belfast's Front Street Shipyard, before winding back time to introduce Roland and how he became our captain.
Highlights from this episode:
How our captain’s journey took him from cleaning the bottoms of boats to joining our crew.How chartering works, and what it’s like to live on board with people you’ve only just met!How Hurricane Irma tore through our plans.Learning about the process from delivery to sailing the world.How our journey made us see America from a completely new perspective.
If you enjoy this episode, subscribe on your podcast app of choice so you don’t miss part two.
LEARN MORE
For more about Abide - https://svabide.com/
CONNECT
Abide on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sail_abide
Cheryl Drury on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryldruryphotographer/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bd
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adventure-on-deck/id1749793321
Captivate - https://adventure-on-deck.captivate.fm

We cast off from the pier, motored away, and did not sail… but we bought the boat anyway.
This is the story of how my husband (Bill) and I (Cheryl) - two non-sailors - came to own a 136-foot sailboat, with the crazy idea that we might sail around the world. If you're ready to set sail into the unknown and become inspired to satisfy your wanderlust each week, this is the podcast for you. 
In this inaugural episode, you’ll discover how this all started, from the first time Bill and I went sailing, to finding Abide - the sailboat of our dreams, and getting the crew on board.
Highlights from this episode:
How two non-sailors came to own a 136-foot sailboat.How we found the crew that we would work with for the rest of our adventure so far.The test trip that had us doing donuts around the bay for an hour.The grinding halt that Covid brought to our plans and the revelation it brought us.
If you enjoy the first part of the story, subscribe on your podcast app of choice. This is only the beginning of the adventure. I’m so pleased that you’re here to join us on it!
LEARN MORE
For more about Abide - https://svabide.com/
CONNECT
Abide on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sail_abide
Cheryl Drury on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryldruryphotographer/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bd
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adventure-on-deck/id1749793321
Captivate - https://adventure-on-deck.captivate.fm