![]() Not to mention its intense currents, dangerous coral reefs, violent storms and other severe weather conditions, just to name a few. ![]() Let’s not forget that it covers a third of the entire world. The mere size of the Pacific Ocean presents its own challenges. I have always felt that they talk about this passage nonchalantly, like “Oh no big deal, when we cross the Pacific…” Are you kidding me? It’s a HUGE deal. The biggest journey of their lives will begin shortly, as they have been working tirelessly to finish last-minute preparations for the crossing. They are getting ready to embark on the first big leg of their trip, (and arguably the most important) crossing the Pacific Ocean. ![]() It is the incredible work that he and his friends have done on Parlay and his dream of circumnavigating the globe, which is about to become a reality. Repairing Parlay Revival courtesy of Parlay Revival They continue to fix her as they go, chronicling their journey on their YouTube channel, Sailing Parlay Revival, which releases a new episode each week. Determined to fix her up, he and his friends hauled her out of the water and completely rebuilt the boat. ![]() The insurance companies deemed the vessel a constructive total loss. If you don’t know the incredible story of Parlay, here are Cliff’s Notes: SV Parlay is a hurricane-damaged Lagoon 450 Catamaran that Colin bought in Tortola, BVI after Hurricane Irma. I guess I should have figured it out sooner considering they were donned head-to-toe in Parlay Revival gear, but I was too starstruck to notice at first. To be fair, Colin was there with Daisy Kelliher (Chief Stew on Seasons 2-4). This is one of those moments where the hand-to-forehead emoji would be appropriate. I thought they were there promoting Below Deck. ![]() I knew nothing about Parlay or that their YouTube channel even existed. I immediately recognized Colin being the fangirl of Bravo’s Below Deck that I am. I originally met Colin MacRae and Jamie Vandenbulk at the Newport International Boat Show, where they were promoting their YouTube channel Sailing Parlay Revival. ![]()
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