I’ve been watching the Sailing Magic Carpet YouTube channel for years now, starting when they (Maya and Aladino) were sailing around the Mediterranean, as it made for a nice escape from computer work. Since then, they’ve bought and refitted another boat, a Cape George 36, and made videos throughout the process. I’d definitely recommend the channel. Aladino is very skilled when it comes to boat building, and Maya has patiently helped him too. The refit videos are very satisfying to watch, and you definitely learn a lot about practical skills.
One of the latest videos is Aladino talking through his electrical build for the boat. It’s amazing what this guy is capable of, a lot of it seemingly self-taught, and should be of interest to anyone planning a boat build, or just interested in new battery systems and solar panels. Prior to this electrical build, they were using solar panels and a Bluetti portable power station to provide power on the boat. If you’d like to find out more about their story, then visit the Sailing Magic Carpet website.