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Welcome to Part 3 of the Island Packet Factory Tour series! In this final episode, factory owners Darrell & Leslie Allen take Capn Tinsley deep inside the Island Packet Factory in Largo, FL. Watch where the skilled team brings each custom sailboat to life—from the mold to the finishing touches—and learn a few ways you can get your own Island Packet sailboat. Made in America!

⛵ Watch the full 3-part series:
⚓ Part 1: First look at the IP 44 Motor Sailer – https://tinyurl.com/IPFactoryPart1
⚓ Part 2: Full tour of the Island Packet 349 – https://tinyurl.com/IPFactoryPart2
⚓ Part 3: Behind-the-Scenes Factory Tour (this video) – https://tinyurl.com/IPFactoryPart3

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Juliette of sailing vessel Spica shares her journey from sailing novice to confident sailor, now planning an ambitious voyage from Florida to Nova Scotia, Greenland, and ultimately Norway.

• First hooked on sailing after a four-day course in Annapolis on an Island Packet 32
• Purchased an Island Packet 35 after meeting owners who had lived aboard for 11 years in the Keys
• Initially terrified during first solo sailing experience but now feels completely at home
• Currently docked at Fort Pierce, Florida after living at anchor for a year
• Balances life as a sailing nomad with running her life coaching business remotely via Starlink
• Plans to sail up the East Coast to Norway, connecting with her genealogical heritage
• Learned boat maintenance through necessity and YouTube tutorials
• Travels with her dog Bronson, who has adapted from non-swimmer to "full water dog"
• Values the supportive sailing community that has helped her along the journey

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SALTY ABANDON: Cap'n Tinsley, Orange Beach, AL:
Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320;
Nov 2015-Oct 2020; 1988 Island Packet 27
Feb-Oct 2015 - 1982 Catalina 25

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Step aboard hull #22 of the Island Packet 349 as we explore its design, smart upgrades, and why it might just be my dream boat! This is Part 2 of a special 3-part of my Island Packet Factory Tour. Let’s dive in! @IslandPacketYachts

This is Part 2 of a 3-part series inside the Island Packet Factory on YouTube:
⚓ Part 1: First look at the IP 44 Motor Sailer: https://tinyurl.com/IPFactoryPart1
⚓ Part 2: A full tour of the Island Packet 349 (this episode): https://tinyurl.com/IPFactoryPart2
⚓ Part 3: A behind-the-scenes factory tour to see how these legendary boats are built (Coming soon)

Stepping aboard hull number 22 of the Island Packet 349 reveals why this vessel represents the pinnacle of modern cruising sailboat design. From the moment you enter the cockpit—purposefully designed by Bob Johnson with safety as the primary concern—you'll appreciate how thoughtful engineering enhances the sailing experience without compromising comfort.

What truly sets this boat apart are the electric sailing systems that make single-handed cruising accessible to sailors of all abilities. With the push of a button, the reacher unfurls itself while electric primary winches handle the sheet lines, creating what our guide calls "push-button sailing" for those who want to enjoy the journey without unnecessary physical strain.

Below deck, the transformation from traditional sailboat to comfortable living space becomes immediately apparent. The captain's chairs—fully adjustable, reclining, and paired with a storage footstool—address the number one comfort request from sailors tired of rigid built-in seating. The galley features twice-the-BTU Dickinson stoves, dual refrigeration drawers that can function as either freezers or refrigerators, and intelligent LED lighting systems that dim according to preference.

Perhaps the most impressive innovation lies in the engine access—a hinged companionway staircase that swings up to provide complete access to maintenance points without the typical sailboat gymnastics of removing and storing stairs. Combined with the spacious forward cabin, practical head with sliding shower door, and extensive customization options (from fiberglass wainscoting colors to fan placement), the 349 offers near-custom building with production boat efficiency.

Whether you're planning coastal cruises or contemplating longer journeys (like the Chicago to Annapolis trip planned for this particular vessel), the Island Packet 349 demonstrates how thoughtful design can transform the sailing experience. Ready to discover if this might be your dream boat? Visit an Island Packet dealer to explore the extensive customization options and perhaps even discuss trade-in possibilities for your current vessel.

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SALTY ABANDON: Cap'n Tinsley, Orange Beach, AL:
Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320;
Nov 2015-Oct 2020; 1988 Island Packet 27
Feb-Oct 2015 - 1982 Catalina 25

SALTY PODCAST is LIVE every Wed at 6pm Central and is all about the love of sailing!
YOUTUBE PLAYLIST: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcastPlaylist

PODCAST TOOLS:
Livestream: Https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5430067749060608
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