TOP 10 Questions I'm Asked About Pacific Solo
August 19, 2019 by Pacific Solo | Language: EN Play Time: 00:04:38 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
Got any questions I haven’t answered? Leave me a comment, and I’ll do my best to answer there — or maybe in another video! For now here are the top ten thus far
1. Do you know how to sail?
Just a little. I have loved sailing lasers (fast dinghies, kinda) and used to sail my friend’s 26 footer when I was single, and spent a week, once, cruising (with skipper) islands near Corfu. But, in fact, I must learn to sail and in particular sail Wahine!
2. How long will the crossing take?
2-3 months
3. When are you leaving?
At the latest, May 2024. But, it could be a year or two earlier if all goes well in my training and the upgrades to the boat.
4. Are you Crazy?
*This question comes in a variety of forms which have included, “Why not run a marathon?”, “Do you have a death wish?”, etc.
I don`t think so …
5. How big is your boat?
40 feet. A certified for Blue Water Gibsea 402 (1988).
6. What if your engine fails?
I sail. Actually, I am thinking of converting from diesel to electric motor. Looking into that now.
7. Why solo?
Hmmmmm … good question … just something compelling about being on my own in the middle of the ocean (Nemo North) contemplating the expanse above, the depths below, and inevitably the mysteries within.
8. Can you swim?
Yep, but I hope I won’t have to.
9. Will you fish?
It would be silly not to have a hook and line in the water. But, to be honest, I do not expect to catch anything during the entire crossing!
10. What does Kande think?
*Kande is my wife. and this is probably the most-asked question.
Ask her! But, in my opinion, she is remarkably supportive.
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Hi, I`m Lowell, a 67-year-old rookie sailor, and a never-too-later! I preparing myself for the biggest challenge of my life: a solo journey across the North Pacific. I am a Canadian living in Japan, and in 2019, I purchased Wahine, a 1988 Gib Sea 402. I moved on board while she was moored in Tokyo. In March 2021, I terminated my contract with the Marina and have been cruising Japan full time since gaining valuable experience all the while working remotely from the boat. Wahine is my home, my studio, and my lab. Join me on my learning voyage around Japan, trying to prepare myself for Pacific Solo. If you want to see where I am please go to my website and click on the Where`s Wahine Button at https://www.pacificsolo.com Also, if you are a fellow never-too-later check out www.nevertoolateacademy.com PSThe History Channel asked if they follow me into various remote ports for a new series called Dare to Dream. The pilot airs in Japan July 24th at 8pm.
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