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A Change of Plans | Ep. 260
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A Change of Plans | Ep. 260
In this episode, our sailors face a sudden change of plans during their journey. Learn how they adapt their route, overcome obstacles, and embrace the new sailing adventure.
  • Aug 06, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:13:55
In and Out of Beaufort Under Sail; to Cape Hatteras | Ep. 259
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In and Out of Beaufort Under Sail; to Cape Hatteras | Ep. 259
The sailing enthusiast successfully enters the challenging waters of Beaufort Inlet, maneuvers through strong currents in Taylor Creek, and embarks on a journey to Cape Hatteras with an optimistic forecast and ideal wind conditions.
  • Jul 29, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:05
A Solar Eclipse and an Oncoming Gale | Ep. 258
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A Solar Eclipse and an Oncoming Gale | Ep. 258
Join us as we sail through a solar eclipse, encounter gale winds, and navigate towards our destination in this incredible nautical adventure. Learn about the challenges faced, preparations made, and how nature's elements affect our passage. Witness the bre...
  • Jul 17, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:26
Handling a Gaff Rig (UPDATED) | Ep. 257
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Handling a Gaff Rig (UPDATED) | Ep. 257
Some years ago I cut a video on handling the gaff rig and it became one of my most popular videos. Questions about the gaff rig appear in the comments section and in my email on a regular basis. Since the original video was somewhat crude, being one of m...
  • Jul 07, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:24:09
Season’s End … Already? | Ep. 256
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Season’s End … Already? | Ep. 256
I make it as far south as Boca Grande Key, also known as the Philosopher's Sandbar, and indeed I find myself working on another essay. But I also have plans to make it back to the Canadian Maritimes this summer, which means that it's already time to go, ...
  • Jun 26, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:49
Is the Sunshine State Throwing Shade on Cruisers? | Ep. 255
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Is the Sunshine State Throwing Shade on Cruisers? | Ep. 255
In this article, we delve into the mounting tensions between liveaboard cruisers and city officials in Florida, particularly in Miami Beach. The conflict revolves around the authorities' attempts to crack down on boats anchored in popular spots, which affe...
  • Jun 15, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:14:24
To the Florida Keys; Installing the Garmin AIS 800 | Ep. 254
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To the Florida Keys; Installing the Garmin AIS 800 | Ep. 254
I make my way to Marathon, FL. Now that I have a place to receive mail (at the City Marina), first order of business is to replace my malfunctioning EmTrak B923 AIS transponder with the Garmin AIS 800, which has been getting good reviews. SUPPORT HOW TO ...
  • Jun 04, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:03
Arrive in Florida, discover a new anchorage | Ep. 253
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Arrive in Florida, discover a new anchorage | Ep. 253
Follow along as we continue our sailing journey through the Florida Keys. In this episode, we discover a new anchorage, discuss the best times to cross the Gulf Stream current, share insights on navigating the challenging Hawk Channel, encounter an unexpec...
  • May 26, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:13:51
Pit Stop in Paradise | Ep. 252
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Pit Stop in Paradise | Ep. 252
With nothing but light winds and headwinds in the forecast, I decide to drop anchor in the Berry Islands, Bahamas, and wait. The patient sailor always has a fair wind, as the saying goes. In the mean time I catch up on some much needed sleep, make repair...
  • May 18, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:10:53
The Weather Models are Fighting Again | Ep. 251
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The Weather Models are Fighting Again | Ep. 251
I take in the Code 0 despite the light conditions as the GFS weather model is showing what looks like a gust front approaching. The ECMWF however shows a much more benign frontal passage. Soon I will find out. I conclude the video with a short memorial ...
  • May 09, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:11
From Where No Traveler Returns | Ep. 250
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From Where No Traveler Returns | Ep. 250
Follow the thrilling journey of a solo sailor as he navigates the challenging waters from Bermuda to the Bahamas. Discover the difficulties faced and strategies employed during this epic sea voyage in the new episode of How to Sail Oceans channel.
  • Apr 30, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:11:45
North Atlantic Won’t Play Nice | Ep. 249
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North Atlantic Won’t Play Nice | Ep. 249
Embark on an exhilarating journey through a challenging North Atlantic crossing as we navigate fierce winds, rocky sea states, and sleepless nights on our sailboat adventure.
  • Apr 22, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:14:39
Mid-Ocean Metropolis | Ep. 248
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Mid-Ocean Metropolis | Ep. 248
With boat chores completed I hop on the bus to Hamilton for some sightseeing. It's quite amazing to be walking the streets of a small but modern city sitting atop a tiny island in the middle of the Atlantic ocean. I'm soon called back by that Atlantic oc...
  • Apr 13, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:13:53
You–Still–Don’t Need an Engine to Go World Cruising | Ep. 247
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You–Still–Don’t Need an Engine to Go World Cruising | Ep. 247
A fairly mild tempest besets me on the final night of this passage to Bermuda. A night however that is moonless and black as coal and leaves me with several electronic glitches the following morning. Mischievous devils of the Bermuda Triangle, perhaps? ...
  • Apr 02, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:16:13
Departing in a Winter Gale is Fun (not!) | Ep. 246
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Departing in a Winter Gale is Fun (not!) | Ep. 246
It is difficult to find a fair weather window that will stay open long enough to sail to Bermuda from the US East Coast in the late fall. Your prospects tend to worsen the longer you wait. Typically you will end up departing on the tail end of a strong c...
  • Mar 25, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:12
Bermuda Bound | Ep. 245
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Bermuda Bound | Ep. 245
I will hunker down in Hadleys Harbor while another screamin' nor' easter blows through New England. Then it's on to Vineyard Haven for provisions and water. I discover that I have ice in my jerry cans due to overnight temperatures dropping well below fre...
  • Mar 18, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:13:20
Winter Closing In | Ep. 244
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Winter Closing In | Ep. 244
A calm morning just outside the Great Round Shoal channel becomes a brisk slog down Nantucket Sound to Vineyard Haven. There I conclude my two and a half day passage from Maine, combating the cold with a roaring fire in the Dickinson heater and a hot meal...
  • Mar 12, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:10:05
There’s a Certain Zen to It | Ep. 243
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There’s a Certain Zen to It | Ep. 243
Fast sailing from Nova Scotia abruptly slows as I approach Quahog Bay, in Harpswell, Maine. Then the breeze dies altogether and I am obliged to use my sculling to cover last quarter mile to the anchorage. I visit with my father, who lives there, and prov...
  • Mar 04, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:10:49
Nova Scotia Gives Me a Blustery Send Off | Ep. 242
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Nova Scotia Gives Me a Blustery Send Off | Ep. 242
Two months ago I arrived in Shelburne, Nova Scotia. Now in late October it is past time to depart for warmer waters, but fair weather sailing conditions are becoming increasingly elusive. Originally bound for Cape Cod, I compromise and head for Maine, a ...
  • Feb 26, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:14:23
Late Season Snowbirds | Ep. 241
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Late Season Snowbirds | Ep. 241
Brrrr! The Dickinson heater is becoming a necessity. Departed Lunenberg on what looked like a fast reach to Carters Beach. Ha! Wind backed westerly turning it into a tough windward slog, delaying my arrival until well after dark. But at least I had ...
  • Feb 19, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:14:45
A Tightrope Without a Net | Ep. 240
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A Tightrope Without a Net | Ep. 240
I hunker down from Tropical Storm Philippe in Mark's Cove, in the lovely Ship Harbor, Nova Scotia. Brilliant sunny weather soon returns, but fair winds, even in October, are hard to come by. Returning southwest along the Nova Scotia Atlantic coast one en...
  • Feb 11, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:12:14
Paradise Leased | Ep. 239
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Paradise Leased | Ep. 239
Idyllic coastline continues to stretch out before me as I move northeast toward Cape Breton. However, the weather is now turning noticeably cooler, now in early October. Then tropical storm Philippe emerges from the steamy tropics and, like Hurricane Lee...
  • Feb 04, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:10:47
Contrarian Cruising | Ep. 238
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Contrarian Cruising | Ep. 238
Call me Wrong Way Harry. I see few other cruising boats around, and the ones I do are all headed south while I am still sailing north. Can't blame them. It's almost October and it's getting chilly in these parts. But I did not sail all the way to Nova...
  • Jan 28, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:10:24
Rovers and Rogues Descend on Halifax | Ep. 237
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Rovers and Rogues Descend on Halifax | Ep. 237
Lock up your daughters. I, Alan (from Sailing Wave Rover), and friends are on the loose in downtown Halifax to cause mayhem. Crisp, cool, autumn weather has arrived, and a few days later Alan hoists the tanbark junk sail on Wave Rover II and heads sout...
  • Jan 20, 2024
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:10:35
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