A storage bonanza! Today we have transformed the outboard side of the corridor to the aft cabin. Originally this was dark, narrow and smelly. A long time ago we cleared the space by removing the diesel tank and diesel impregnated wood. We took out the door to the aft cabin and cut back the wardrobes to provide access to our new Pullman style double bed (which also allowed more light and a through view to the corridor). Now we have added big drawers (using more Ikea Trofast boxes) and shelves. With all this storage for everything we bring on the boat each time (unfortunately I keep needing my tools at home between boat visits) we will have to move so much less stuff out of the way when we want to do jobs. Plus it gives a glimpse of what is possible in the future. I also decided to build a gravel causeway to the ladder so we can get on and off the boat even after/during rain without paddling.

This is our 4th short daily vlogs of our progress during this half term.

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We are refitting a 45year old Rival 38 for a Sustainable Sailing retirement in a few years. Two years ago, when we bought Vida she was in a very tired and damp condition with all original equipment and fittings (much of it not working). We have removed all the gas, diesel and paraffin equipment, and are installing all electric (motor, cooking etc). All the rigging is being replaced with Dyneema and we are significantly re-working the cabins.

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