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Fair Isle Mega Compilation | Season 1 (part 2)

In this second feature length compilation of our adventures we sail into the Med. We take our time though as the Algarve and the Southern Spanish coast are fantastic cruising grounds. Warm flat water most of the the time with the wind coming from the North...

Jun 27, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 01:20:25

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Can we escape Hurricane Beryl? | Ep118

Sailing through the Caribbean during a hurricane season can be quite an adventure. In this episode, we're following along with Sailing Fair Isle as they attempt to escape Hurricane Beryl's path and make it to Trinidad safely.

Jul 04, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:27:21

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Fair Isle Mega Compilation | Season 2 (part 1)

After wintering in Cartagena we cast off in early spring to sail through the Mediterranean. We don't get far! In fact, we were on our first stop before crossing to Ibiza when Covid happened. It came as a complete surprise to us. We had been onboard for a ...

Jul 11, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 01:15:28

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ORCA | a tablet based navigation that’s smarter than the rest

Explore this in-depth review of the Orca navigational software as we break down its impressive features, exceptional accuracy, and ease of use for those embarking on their next marine adventure.

Jul 14, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:25:52

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What happens when a Cat 4 hurricane hits the mangroves

Watch as a Category 4 hurricane wreaks havoc on mangroves, leaving a trail of destroyed boats and disbelief. Sailing Fair Isle shares their terrifying experience and the shocking devastation that ensued.

Jul 17, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:00:34

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Hurricane Beryl: Carnage in the Carriacou mangroves | Ep119

Witness the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl on the mangroves of Carriacou, as boats are smashed like dominoes. Experience the harrowing accounts from those who weathered the storm and see how the cruising community banded together to aid in the recov...

Jul 17, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:37:19

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Carnage in the Mangroves UPDATE | Ep120

https://gofund.me/a4e7a59d https://www.operationcruisersaid.org Thank you to everyone who watched and commented on our last video. There's been lots of support for the brave people who told us their stories. This update is what happened next. We follow ...

Jul 25, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:13

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Fair Isle Mega Compilation | Season 2 (part 2)

As Covid restrictions subsided we made our way East through the Mediterranean. From our position on the Costa Blanca, Spain it's an easy passage across the the Balearics. This is the heart of central Med sailing and home to many charter companies and you c...

Aug 01, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 01:16:41

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Bonaire- The best coral reef in the Caribbean? | Ep121

Join Sailing Fair Isle as they explore the stunning coral reefs of Bonaire, consistently ranked as the best in the Caribbean for snorkeling and scuba diving. Experience the crystal-clear turquoise waters and diverse marine ecosystem that make Bonaire a par...

Aug 08, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:23:21

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Fair Isle Mega Compilation | Season 2 (part 3)

Here's the latest in our catch up series or "Fair Isle the Movie!" with all the best bits from previous seasons. In this one we are sailing around Italy and into the Adriatic, which can be treacherous. The Adriatic does not get the infamous Meltemi winds f...

Aug 15, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:50:11

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Visiting the most Dutch place outside Holland | Ep122

Caracou is a surprising island with one of the best anchorage areas in the Caribbean, a great place to escape from the hurricane belt. 👟 Embrace your daily life adventure with Vessi! Visit https://vessi.com/fairisle for an automatic 15% off your first ...

Aug 22, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:22:13

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Action cam test – The good, the bad and the completely useless

This is a real life look at all the good and bad points of using action cams. We use them extensively in the sailing films we make for YouTube and I've been using them professionally for years alongside high end broadcast cameras. In this video I look at t...

Aug 24, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:51

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Fair Isle Mega Compilation Season 3 (part1)

This weeks movie length look back at previous season was as we were sailing out of Venice and across the Adriatic to Croatia. It was a wrench, Venice is just so lovely, but the shock is softened somewhat by the beauty of Croatia. We are not so keen on the ...

Aug 29, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 01:28:22

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Caribbean v Mediterranean, which is best for cruising? | Ep123

It's the question we've been asked more than any other since crossing the Atlantic last year, Med or Caribbean? This is a deep dive into it and we've surprised ourselves with the findings so we will be very interested in what you guys think. -------------...

Sep 05, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:25:21

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Hanging out in hurricane season | Ep124

Before we came to the Caribbean I worried that without the winters in the Med to catch up with boat jobs I wouldn't keep up. As it turns out hurricane season seems to give you lots of time stooging around to fiddle with things but with some major challenge...

Sep 12, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:25:20

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Fair Isle Mega Compilation Season 2 (part 4)

Venice is the greatest city we've been to in the world. I don't think we thought that before we sailed there although we had been many times over the years and enjoyed it. Nothing compares with sailing into Venice lagoon on your own boat. The only problem ...

Sep 19, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 01:03:35

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Sailing into the sunset: it’s all about the power | Ep125

Curaçao's main anchorage, Spanish water, is a place where many people get stuck. In a good way. It's safe in all weathers and that's pretty much 100% sunshine and 20 knots of wind from the East. We've enjoyed the large sailing community here, but we've st...

Sep 26, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:27:04

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ePropulsion eLite Review | which is best: eLite, Spirit or Petrol outboard?

We have been using an electric outboard full time as live-aboards for the last 5 years. First, we had an Aquamot outboard which ended up not being reliable but then we found ePropulsion and switched to their Spirit model when we were in Venice. We never l...

Oct 03, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:39

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Screwed by Starlink | Episode126

Aruba is a big holiday destination, mainly for Americans, and has all the trappings of a resort. It also has some nice quiet anchorages though and some good diving. We've had a nice couple of weeks exploring and have now docked Fair Isle safely at Renaissa...

Oct 10, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:21:50

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Freeing a fouled anchor using the Ultra Hook

We previously made a video on how to get a stuck anchor free from the sea bed. Well we had lots of questions about what you do if rather than getting the anchor stuck on the sea bed you drag something up with it, usually a chain or cable. These can be fien...

Oct 17, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:55

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Boats, Gadgets and surprise awards at Annapolis | Ep127

Annapolis is a feel good place and this year with perfect weather it was delightful. For us YouTube channels there's a lot going on, Patron meetings, a stint on the YT booth every day and events every night. It's actually a struggle to find time to see wha...

Oct 24, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:26:19

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Yacht Insurance special: Why is it so expensive.. and do you need it?

Yacht insurance is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Many insurers are leaving the pleasure yacht sector and prices seem to be going up, or restrictions becoming prohibitive, for those who are left. We are more often asked about insurance, by viewer...

Nov 07, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:26:20

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The simple mistake that could have killed us | Ep128

Sailing West in the Caribbean is a downwind sleigh ride until you get to Colombia where things often get tricky. The Sierra Nevada mountain range blocks the Easterly trades and leave the South East corner of the Caribbean open to weather systems from centr...

Nov 21, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:29:12

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Starlink Mini on a boat

We've had a Gen 2 Starlink for over a year now, the hardware has been great, the ever changing contract less so! We are now testing a Starlink Mini which only draws half the power of the standard unit, which is great on a boat, but sadly it's not just the ...

Nov 28, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:21

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Heading South for the winter – next stop San Blas | Ep129

Sailing in the far Western Caribbean is a bit hit and miss. The trade winds cannot be relied upon out here. The weather can be squally, idyllic and becalmed all in the same day. Even all in the same hour! It's interesting sailing and made all the more spec...

Dec 05, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:27:57

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What could cruisers possibly want for Christmas?

We sometimes put out these videos showing good gear that we've found for the boat. This time we've got a great collection of things that could make a great Xmas gift for the boat loving person in your life (or just you)! But it's not just about the product...

Dec 14, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:21:57

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Jeopardy on the high seas! | Ep130

We reluctantly leave the beautiful San Blas Islands heading West. Past the Panama canal this time, we're not going though just yet, then on to some really surprising anchorages. Coming into the first one in Linton we see some very strange futuristic, solar...

Dec 19, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:27:09

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Our year in 60 seconds #sailing

Sailing from Europe to Africa and Crossing the Atlantic to the Caribbean and Central America we sailed over 7,000 in 2024 and visited 16 countries. We survived hurricane Beryl and made many new friends. Thanks to everyone who watched our episodes last yea...

Jan 01, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:01:00

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Sailing winter paradise : At a price! | Ep131

Go to https://surfshark.com/fairisle for an extra 4 months of Surfshark at an unbeatable price! Panama is an amazing place to sail. The San Blas and the area around Bocas del Toro are excellent cruising areas and have a good live-aboard community. It's on...

Jan 02, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:21:47

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The storm out of nowhere | Ep132

Go to https://surfshark.com/fairisle for an extra 4 months Surfshark.. We always knew the 600nm passage from Panama to the Cayman Islands would be challenging but we didn't expect to get quite so beaten up! It's been a particularly bad year we are told. En...

Jan 16, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:25:27

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Navigating our way through rough Caribbean seas | Ep133

Go to https://surfshark.com/fairisle for an extra 4 months Surfshark.. Sailing North in the Western Caribbean is a struggle, so will the Cayman Islands be worth the effort? GETTING THE THINGS YOU NEED WHEN YOU ARE AWAY FROM MAJOR CENTRES IN EUROPE OR THE...

Jan 30, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:23:50

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Running aground, epic varnishing and kissing a stingray! | Ep134

The week started really badly with us running aground on the way to the yard and having to be pulled off with the tug. It then went from bad to worst being in a vastly overpriced yard without the materials we needed and not being allowed to work on the boa...

Feb 13, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:29:06

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Renovating a teak and holly sole

Last week we showed renovating the teak and holly sole of Fair Isle and there's been loads of questions about the process so we are releasing the complete video of the renovation that we made for Patrons as a technical video. This job is one of the most s...

Feb 20, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:40

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Do we have STRAY CURRENTS? | Ep135

On the list of jobs for this week was to properly test for stray currents. This can be a very serious problem which if you follow the Wynns you will be very much aware of. We have no corrosion that we can see, but we did have some haloing ( loss of paint a...

Feb 27, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:07

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Scuppering a 2000 tonne ship then sailing to Cuba! | Ep136

We have been in the Cayman Islands longer than expected. It's a hard place to leave! But we were equally excited to be sailing to Cuba. Somewhere we have never been before. We couldn't leave without diving on the Kittiwake, an ex navy submarine rescue vess...

Mar 13, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:29:36

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Sailing CUBA! | Ep137

Cuba is without doubt the friendliest and most fascinating place we've been in the Caribbean - but somewhat surprisingly, there are hardly any tourists here (and they could really use more!). Cruising here on a boat is not like other countries. Officially...

Mar 27, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:25:53

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