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Battle for the Sole of Thelonious II
Christian Williams

Battle for the Sole of Thelonious II

Labor-intensive replacement of the cabin sole (the floor) of a 1984 Ericson Model 381 (38') sailboat. And what it says about measuring, cutting, fitting and just about finishing off the carpenter.
  • Dec 30, 2023
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:41:46
Christmas Books, 2023
Christian Williams

Christmas Books, 2023

A quick look at books by Christian Williams, available at For a survey of notable authors writing about the oceans, see and
  • Dec 06, 2023
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:05:43
Are We Sinking yet? Ah, the Endless Summer–of Yacht Maintenance
Christian Williams

Are We Sinking yet? Ah, the Endless Summer–of Yacht Maintenance

Closed Captions [cc] corrected. Encounters with dripless shaft seal, a faulty seacock, another sail cover revision, installation of a galvanic isolator and troubleshooting a Raymarine wheel pilot.
  • Aug 11, 2023
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:21:29
Advanced Cruising-Boat Sailing Techniques (Part 7, “Introduction to Sailing”)
Christian Williams

Advanced Cruising-Boat Sailing Techniques (Part 7, “Introduction to Sailing”)

Closed Captions [CC] have been corrected. This video, Part 7 of the "Introduction to Sailing" playlist, explores the techniques and goals of advanced recreational sailors, with an emphasis on confidence gained by analysis and observation.
  • Jul 19, 2023
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:37:40
Why We Sail–“Reflections in Varnish, Winter 2023”
Christian Williams

Why We Sail–“Reflections in Varnish, Winter 2023”

Say, is this progress? Sails, varnish, sandpaper, leaks, felt, an electric bicycle and the recollection of a very different recent past. Wise up 2023, we're expecting better. For subtitles in any language: turn on [cc]/Settings/Subtitles/Autotranslate/Choose Language from list.
  • Jan 31, 2023
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:24:13
A Sailing Family at the Dawn of Multihulls
Christian Williams

A Sailing Family at the Dawn of Multihulls

Christian Williams' personal commentary on early multihull Bermuda races reveals evolution of yacht design in quest for speed on the open sea. Features rescue by US Coast Guard, offshore damage, the charms and discomfort of the Gulf Stream, and the nature of family sailing in a bygone era. In m...
  • Dec 02, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:37:06
New Sails for Thelonious, 2022
Christian Williams

New Sails for Thelonious, 2022

How to choose new sails for a cruising boat. Offshore sails are bulletproof but heavy. Time for a set of coastal cruising Dacron, lighter and whiter, for Sunday afternoon. Thanks to Oliver McCann of UK Sailmakers, Marina del Rey.
  • Nov 20, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:16:33
Invited to Go Sailing? What to Expect.
Christian Williams

Invited to Go Sailing? What to Expect.

Guests for an afternoon sail aboard the 1984 Ericson 381 sloop Thelonious II. Comments on sea sickness, life jackets, man overboard, and one difference between yachting and golf. Oh, and try not to block the companionway.
  • Oct 21, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:13:06
“Introduction to Sailing,” Part 2–Learning Like a Kid
Christian Williams

“Introduction to Sailing,” Part 2–Learning Like a Kid

Hats off to the Junior Sailing Program of California Yacht Club, Marina del Rey, CA.
  • Oct 05, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:16:30
“Introduction to Sailing,” Part 1–First Sail Ever
Christian Williams

“Introduction to Sailing,” Part 1–First Sail Ever

How to Sail for beginners. "Introduction to Sailing" videos
  • Sep 28, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:15:53
Catalina Island, the Quick Escape from Los Angeles
Christian Williams

Catalina Island, the Quick Escape from Los Angeles

Two Harbors at the isthmus of Catalina remains in 2022 as it was 30 years ago, an emerald green safe harbor just offshore, accessible only by boat. Lots of boats.
  • Aug 19, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:21
Why We Sail–“Mysteries of the Night Sea”
Christian Williams

Why We Sail–“Mysteries of the Night Sea”

Remarks on sailing at night, its value and magic. Keywords yacht tour, Hawaii, British Virgin Islands, sunsets, blue water, vacation, sailboat cruising, yacht clubs, new harbors, crew psychology, full moon, Milky Way, Pacific ocean, yacht Thelonious II.
  • May 20, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:13:39
“Introduction to Sailing,” an Audiobook Original
Christian Williams

“Introduction to Sailing,” an Audiobook Original

An invitation to sailing from dinghies to cruising and racing. See you out there.
  • Mar 22, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:09:49
Offshore with the Cape Horn Self-Steering Wind Vane
Christian Williams

Offshore with the Cape Horn Self-Steering Wind Vane

Full discussion of the Cape Horn (brand) integral servo-pendulum self-steering wind vane vane system.
  • Mar 01, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:14:59
Why We Sail–“Refit and Hey, Why no Dodger?”
Christian Williams

Why We Sail–“Refit and Hey, Why no Dodger?”

Renewing the Ericson 381 after 5,000 miles at sea. Also, remarks on the utility of sailboat dodgers.
  • Feb 07, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:04
3-Minute Preview, “Inside Singlehanded Sailing with Christian Williams”
Christian Williams

3-Minute Preview, “Inside Singlehanded Sailing with Christian Williams”

Link to 90-minute movie at end card
  • Oct 18, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:03:20
Hawaii 2021: Inside Singlehanded Sailing with Christian Williams
Christian Williams

Hawaii 2021: Inside Singlehanded Sailing with Christian Williams

Full documentary, suggest streaming on TV screen. Third voyage of Thelonious, Los Angeles to Hawaii and return, 2021. Nineteen days outbound, 26 return in a season of storm trades For SUBTITLES click [CC]. After-Action Report and daily log:
  • Oct 13, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 01:23:31
Update: Thelonious II Departs Oahu Aug. 9
Christian Williams

Update: Thelonious II Departs Oahu Aug. 9

Christian Williams departs Oahu singlehanded for Los Angeles after delay by gale trade winds. For daily noon position reports and breadcrumb trail, click here: Full video in September.
  • Aug 03, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:04:48
Why We Sail — “Ready for Departure, Hawaii 2021”
Christian Williams

Why We Sail — “Ready for Departure, Hawaii 2021”

Video of completed 2021 voyage here: Noon position reports here, click on day for log entry:
  • Jun 30, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:13:27
Why We Sail–“Cape Horn Steering Vane Install and Sea Trial”
Christian Williams

Why We Sail–“Cape Horn Steering Vane Install and Sea Trial”

Click on [cc] for corrected English subtitles. Excellent installation video by "Sailing Uma": Christian's candid report on the challenges of the Cape Horn install: The Cape Horn Owner Manual:
  • May 13, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:53
Why We Sail–“Time to Call the Coast Guard”
Christian Williams

Why We Sail–“Time to Call the Coast Guard”

Notes on USCG boarding protocols, helicopter rescue, commercial ship diversions and survival far at sea. Who're you gonna call? Semper paratus, skipper. Turn on YouTube Closed Captions [cc] for English.
  • Apr 21, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:51
Beach Dogs of Rarotonga
Christian Williams

Beach Dogs of Rarotonga

It's always Latitude 21 South, Longitude 159 West somewhere.
  • Feb 20, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:02:15
Why We Sail–“Rehabilitation in Winter”
Christian Williams

Why We Sail–“Rehabilitation in Winter”

Haul out the boat, but keep your feet wet. The dolphins are listening. Closed Captions [CC] have been corrected.
  • Feb 18, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:09:33
Why We Sail–“Escape the Neighborhood”
Christian Williams

Why We Sail–“Escape the Neighborhood”

Tools are identified in Closed Captions [CC]. Resolution in the face of hardship, calm in the eye of the storm, and a beer opener that works. These attributes I commend to all of us, especially when the wind rises to 5.5 knots.
  • Dec 06, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:09:36
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