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Join me for a Never Too Late Special!

Calling all Never Too Laters . . . for a Special YT Live event to mark the two year anniversary since I stepped on board my dream. It is two years ago that I stepped on board my dream. At my 64th Birthday Party in March 2019 I announced my dream to buy ...

Jun 13, 2021
Language: ZXX
Play Time: 00:05:47

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Cruising Shikoku: where sea and soul meet (solo sailing)

Join me as I revisit Temple #23 after 21 years and then cruise the coastline to the SE most tip of Shikoku following the pilgrims way. Shikoku is the smallest of Japan`s four main islands. Standing like a gargantuan breakwater off western Honshu, the i...

Jun 16, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:38

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Race Day at Kochi Yacht Club ( Yacht Race Sailing Solo)

Just before I left Kochi, I was invited to be guest crew on Dawn, a Beneteau 35. for a Kochi Yacht Club Race. Also, a highlight of the day was to have lunch in the Port from which John Manjiro set off on his fateful fishing trip. His life affected the ...

Jun 26, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:29

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Live interview with rookie solo sailor Lowell Sheppard

Hosted by Lowell's brother, Brent, this live interview dives deep into the trials and triumphs of Lowell's solo sailing journey. Two years ago he set out to realize a life-long dream. Sailing solo from Tokyo to Vancouver. This trans-Pacific interview wil...

Jul 04, 2021
Language: JA
Play Time: 01:08:56

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Stopped at sea by the Coast Guard #solosailor #japan #voyage

The charm of the Japanese Coast, on and off land continues to delight. This three-day voyage starts with my final preparations before departure. I am touched and inspired by the people I meet along the way. Shibafuji san, took me to his boatyard where ...

Jul 04, 2021
Language: JA
Play Time: 00:12:11

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Sailing the spectacular west coast of Shikoku ( solo sailing )

In southwest Shikoku, near Cape Ashizuri, lies the wonderful town of Tosa Shimizu offering spectacular vistas, history, and charm as well as convenience for yachts who harbor there. With laundry, restaurants, shops, marine stores all within minutes if not...

Jul 11, 2021
Language: JA
Play Time: 00:10:35

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Dodging thunderstorms and experiencing acts of kindness ( Sailing Japan)

The risk of thunderstorms, unexpected acts of kindness, and an interesting coast lined marked my final few days sailing the Ehime Coast in West Shikoku. I had to be mindful of CAPE numbers ( Convective Available Potential Energy: see below) during my fin...

Jul 17, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:17

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Seven things I have learned! ( solo sailing)

Well, this is a slightly different episode. In addition to the 7 things I have learned about Typhoons in Japan, I share four reflections following being on board Wahine in Tokyo during Super Typhoon 19 and share tips from Japan cruising specialist Kirk Pa...

Jul 25, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:46

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Dockside Rescue ( solo sailing )

Warning: this not the happiest of videos. One morning, following a gale the night before, I discovered a Grey Heron entangled in my backstay. Another Heron, likely its partner, watched from the treetops across the cove and sometimes circled overhead watc...

Jul 31, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:03

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Coming soon . . . a Happier Episode ( Never Too Late sailing solo)

.I was asked recently by a group of friends what I am learning and is it difficult at my age . . so I have come up with a TOP TEN list. Actually, after I recorded I could think of dozen more. One of the things I am learning is how to work from the boat ....

Aug 02, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:01:11

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Top Ten Things I’m learning ( solo sailing )

This is not a HOW TO video but it is an update of the things I am learning and having to learn. Things about the boat, working remotely from the boat, being a sixty-year-old trying something new, etc. www.nevertoolateacademy.com These videos are made ...

Aug 07, 2021
Language: JA
Play Time: 00:08:02

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Typhoon # 9. This is not a drill. (solo sailing oita japan )

It looked like Typhoon # 9 would be a direct hit. So after a quick dash across Kyushu to visit Kumamoto City and have lunch with friends, I returned to Wahine to prepare her. Also, I decided to have a 5th covid test. I was in for a surprise! If like me...

Aug 13, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:37

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Summer Fun: Usually I am ON the water not IN it! haha! (solo sailor)

I`m having summer fun while waiting for my boat to be inspected. Part of that fun is being in the water rather than ON the water. Also, I have been looking to the sky to increase my understanding of clouds and what they convey to a sailor. On my way to ...

Aug 21, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:33

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No frills: haul out and a stroll through a boatyard in Japan. (solo sailing)

The day finally arrived for the haul out and the JCI Inspection which I need to go further offshore. So this episode is likely boring to most but there may be a few people who will enjoy a no-frills walk through a boatyard in Japan. If like me you want t...

Aug 28, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:27

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Damaged by a Lightning Strike! Now What? (solo sailing set back)

Finally, inspection day arrived, but in doing routine maintenance, while Wahine is out of the water, I discovered a two-year-old repair needed to be done again, and then one thing led to another. It seems that a lightning strike is to blame and I am needi...

Sep 04, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:54

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Reunited with my Mom after 2 years Emotional (solo sailor)

I was gutted when I could not set sail after my JCI inspection on August 26th because of a potential Keel problem. But at the very same time, Canada lifted its quarantine rules for returning Canadians who are fully vaccinated. Still, there are lots of pr...

Sep 11, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:02

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Returning to my boat via Japanese quarantine. (solo sailor)

My final few hours in Canada were significant as I had precious moments with my mother and breakfast with long time friend with my good friend Terry with whom I have had adventures on three continents! He wanted to trade me his PING Golf Shirt for a Neve...

Sep 19, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:51

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Re-uniting a keel and hull is tricky (solo sailor)

Sister ships, Wahine and Distant Dreamer, have keel work projects going on side by side. Wahine, my boat, a Gib Sea 402 is having to redo a repair I did two years ago as well as having the keel bolts inspected. Distant Dreamer, a Columbia 43 and a Trans...

Sep 27, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:15

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Sailing the East Coast of Kyushu. (solo sailor)

I have been sailing south off the coast of East Kyushu with the goal of reaching Amami Oshima by late October. The sailing has been gentle but navigating tidal currents and the resultant turbulence through narrow passages has kept me attentive. That with...

Oct 08, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:02:50

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To go or not to go?! ( solo sailor )

Actually, the real question is `When to go?` My margin for getting to Amami Oshima ( an Island towards Okinawa from mainland Kyushu) is evaporating. The local experienced sailors are advising me not to attempt the passage this week due to the weather. I...

Oct 17, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:18

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New Volcano Eruption Threatens My Sailing (single handed sailing)

Well, this was unexpected. Strings and patches of pumice from the eruption in the Ogasawara Islands ( where a new island has been forming since August) have reached Amami Oshima and clogging up some of the harbors. I feel bad for the fisherman whose liv...

Oct 25, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:39

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Solo sailor going crazy at Halloween!!?? (Youtube short)

I am still in Aburatsu, in Miyazaki Japan, and waiting for the weather window to leave. Tied up to a Ghostship at Halloween is coincidental but thought I would have a bit of fun. If you are interested in being a `never-too-later` check out www.nevertoo...

Oct 31, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:00:45

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Preparing to round Cape Sata and dealing with the Kuroshio Current ( solo sailor )

My next challenge is to round Cape Sata, the southernmost tip of Kyushu. I have to time it carefully with the tides and also deal with the meandering Kuroshio current. Its a waiting game. In the meantime, I am waiting it out in Aburatsu and have been tak...

Nov 04, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:14

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Glamping in a Boat and rounding Cape Sata! (solo sailor)

While waiting for the right conditions to round Cape Sata, I moved to Calm Lanai Harbor and enjoyed a few days of convenience and to some measure of luxury ( Toilet and bath only 30 seconds from the dock!). Join me for a tour of Calm Lanai Harbor. Then bec...

Nov 19, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:17

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Are the Jibsheets Worth it? #learningstuff #solosailor #HowToSetItUp

I am learning a myriad of things. Next is setting up genoa traveler. Advice is gratefully received. I have my own ideas but one aspect of setting up the traveler puzzles me. This episode also includes fun times with good people in the last two ports I h...

Nov 26, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:15:44

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Cruising Kyushu #solosailor #mooring #seastationsinjapan

At my last two ports, I have moored at Sea Stations ( Umi no Eki) and as they were very different in style and cost I thought that some viewers would like to take a tour of each. I have stayed at several Sea Stations in Japan as well as Marinas ( where yo...

Dec 05, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:31

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Sunrise Sail in Kyushu Japan #youtubeshort #nevertoolate

Hi . . . I am experimenting with YouTube Shorts which are always less than a minute and in the vertical format to make. I will try to share snippets of my life on the water and my training voyage around Japan. Let me know the kind of things you would lik...

Dec 07, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:00:16

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Cruising Japan #solosailor #nevertoolate acupuncture treatment

It is my second time visiting Akune, Western Kyushu. This time by boat but 21 years ago by bicycle. I am grateful to Kaminota and his family for their kindness. It was my last stop before realizing a dream . . . sailing into Nagasaki. Nagasaki adventure...

Dec 13, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:22

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Sailing to Nagasaki PART ONE #gunkanjima #sailingjapan #007

Sailing into Nagasaki! A dream come true. As with other Kyushu ports I had been to before, I had arrived by bicycle. A city rich historically, culturally, and topographically, to arrive by sea is a real treat, particularly given that the city just celeb...

Dec 19, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:19

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Tis the Season! #solosailor #nevertoolate

I wish all my subscribers, patrons and sponsors a wonderful Holiday Season and meaningful New Year. I have left Wahine in Nagasaki for two weeks to do some end of year work and enjoy Christmas in the family home, a solar powered log house on a hillside out...

Dec 24, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:02:33

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Sailing to Nagasaki Part 2 #solosailor #mochitsuki

In this final video of 2021, I attend to an electrical problem on board (back on shore power for the first time in nine months), install new lines, hoist the flags and then cycle around Nagasaki to revisiting places like Martyrs Hill where I have led bicyc...

Dec 31, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:11:24

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Good Samaritans Save Sailor in Trouble (My Shifter Broke!) #solosailor #shifter #reedboat

I don’t know which I love more …. Being in Japan or being part of the sailing community … yesterday morning I threw the lines at Dejima to begin to make my way to Goto when I discovered my shifter would not budge. I was able to secure the boat and im...

Jan 08, 2022
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:15:25

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Surprised Sailor! #solosailor #nagasaki #ghostisland

I am heading to Goto Islands and wanted to visit and support a small island community who I had heard were trying to revive the island by attracting tourists to view the coal mines and abandoned buildings were once 8000 people lived from 1959 until 200. Th...

Jan 16, 2022
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:39

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Accident at sea #solosailor #rescue #japancoastguard

Jan 19, 2022
Language: JA
Play Time: 00:00:58

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My boat is filling with water! #solosailor #selfdoubt

To be disabled at sea was unsettling in itself, but when i discovered my boat had a leak once in harbour, self-doubt flooded in. This is an account of what happened on January 15, 2021. With only a 24 hour notice I had to change plans and rather than a...

Jan 23, 2022
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:31

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Sometimes you just have to wait. #solosailor #islandlife #driplessseal

In trying to be cheerier, I set about cleaning the floorboards and the bilge, while managing the leak which we have slowed to 4 drips per minute. ( about a table spoon a minute). But to move on from a temporary fix I need to resolve three issues 1. Findi...

Jan 29, 2022
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:47

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