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Boat projects begin and first solo sail on the new boat
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Boat projects begin and first solo sail on the new boat

The boat projects begin! A fuel tank, fuel gauge, and battery charger today. Then out for my first solo sail on the new boat. If you’re interested in contributing, links for patreon, venmo or paypal are below: Contact instagram @SamHolmesSailing
First test sail of my newly acquired Cape Dory 28
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First test sail of my newly acquired Cape Dory 28

I set out on my first test sail. After fiddling around with the engine we soon get underway. The wind was around 15kts but eventually died down to 4-8kts. The sails went up easily and got us moving right along. I also tested the tiller pilot and chartplotter that came with the boat. I think those w...
My new Cape Dory 28
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My new Cape Dory 28

A walk through of my newly acquired Cape Dory 28. If you’re interested in contributing, links for patreon, venmo or paypal are below: Contact instagram @SamHolmesSailing
Building an ultralight nesting boat
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Building an ultralight nesting boat

I build a skin-on-frame dinghy in my parents garage in NC. The dinghy will be 7ft when complete and disassembles into two nesting pieces.
Tokyo trip
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Tokyo trip

Some footage from my tokyo business trips. I spent most of the time working but still got a chance to squeeze in a sail and a couple hikes and bike rides.
Sailing with Olivia
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Sailing with Olivia

I meet Olivia in Ala Wai aboard her Panda 34. We sail together to Kauai and talk about our solo trans pacific crossings. We weave our way through a crowded anchorage at night and spend the next day exploring Hanalei. Sailing back takes several times longer than we expected as we fight headwinds and ...
Final passage aboard Swedish Fish
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Final passage aboard Swedish Fish

After a hike and a night anchored on the sandbar, I sail the east side of Oahu from Kaneohe to Honolulu. Tacking through the reefs in Kaneohe at night in 20kts of wind adds some excitement to the beginning of the passage. Once Im away from the protection of the reefs, the waves get big and I have a ...
Shark tour and sailing Haleiwa to Kaneohe
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Shark tour and sailing Haleiwa to Kaneohe

I get an opportunity to go on a shark tour in Haleiwa then sail around to Kaneohe. If you’re interested in contributing, links for patreon, venmo or paypal are below: Contact instagram @SamHolmesSailing
Fishing on a Sailboat
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Fishing on a Sailboat

I meet up with Justin & Nick for a sail around the North Shore of Oahu in search of fish for dinner. I learned a ton from these guys and we managed to catch some delicious fish. Great sailing, fishing and diving made for a fantastic day on the water. Check out their youtube channels for more gre...
Crossing the Kauai Channel to North Shore Oahu
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Crossing the Kauai Channel to North Shore Oahu

Single handed sailing my Ranger 23 from Kauai to Oahu. I try out some fpv footage with one of my donated gopros and chest mount. It was a pretty wet passage going upwind the whole time. I got a slip for a couple days in Haleiwa harbor. @SamHolmesSailing If you’re interested in contributing, links f...
Backpacking along the Na Pali Coast
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Backpacking along the Na Pali Coast

Two day hike along the infamous Na Pali Coast. IG @SamHolmesSailing If you’re interested in contributing, links for patreon or paypal are below:
Oahu to Kauai and plans for the future
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Oahu to Kauai and plans for the future

100 mile sail from Ala Wai to Nuwiliwili harbor on Kauai. Before departing I finish up a long overdue boat project. After some initially good wind I get stuck drifting becalmed for hours. Things pick up eventually and the rest of the passage goes great. If you’re interested in buying my ranger 23 he...
Paragliding attempt and sailing on Gerontius
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Paragliding attempt and sailing on Gerontius

If you’re interested in contributing, links for patreon or paypal are below: Ig @SamHolmesSailing I ride my bike to Makapuu in search of a paraglider launch. Then I get a chance to sail on the 42ft wooden raceboat Gerontius.
Another Drone Down
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Another Drone Down

If you’re interested in contributing, links for patreon, venmo or paypal are below: I meet up with Nick from @ride_the_flow and we capture some aerial photography while sailing. Then things take a sour turn as a leisurely day sail turns into a scuba salvage mission. Ultimately we end up with som...
Molokai to Oahu and Self-steering gear
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Molokai to Oahu and Self-steering gear

If you’re interested in contributing, links for patreon or paypal are below: After a quick trip ashore on Molokai I set out on an overnight passage to Oahu. The trip takes a little longer than expected due to light winds but eventually things pick up and cruising past diamond head provides some ...
Just anchored in Waikiki
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Live chat continues
Sam Holmes Sailing

Live chat continues

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My Sailing Background And A Pit Stop In Kaunakakai
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My Sailing Background And A Pit Stop In Kaunakakai

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Beating upwind from Lahaina to Honolua
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Beating upwind from Lahaina to Honolua

Sailing again after a short break on the mainland. Weighing anchor in the tight harbor was a bit of a challenge but I got out alright. I sail through some light winds when suddenly the wind flips 180° and strengthens. I make it safely to Honolua bay after beating to windward for several hours. I sta...
Biking, Soaring & Backpacking in Maui
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Biking, Soaring & Backpacking in Maui

I ride my bike across the island, explore the clouds in my paraglider and backpack my way through Haleakala National park. If you’re interested in contributing to the next adventure, links for patreon, paypal and venmo are below:
Doing stuff in Lahaina
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Doing stuff in Lahaina

I get a slip in Lahaina and tackle a couple boat repairs. I also try surfing and lose some camera gear. If you’re interested in contributing to the next adventure, links for patreon, paypal and venmo are below:
Sailing to Lahaina
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Sailing to Lahaina

I work my way westward along the leeward coast of Maui. I anchor a couple times along the way in search of the perfect spot and the anchor continues to foul up on rocks. I finally find a great spot in front of Lahaina. I row ashore in the explorer 200 dinghy and check out the town.
Scuba Diving Cathedral & Sailing back to Maui
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Scuba Diving Cathedral & Sailing back to Maui

I get some more drone footage on Lanai and find an awesome scuba diving site with an underwater cave. Then I have an easy sail back to Maui.
Altering Course for Lanai
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Altering Course for Lanai

I struggle against headwinds out of Lono and ultimately alter course for Manele on Lana’i. Manele Harbor is an especially nice place to visit by boat with great amenities and a fantastic harbor master. I visit the beach for some boogie boarding and set up a slackline over my slip.
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