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April 23, 2025
Sam Holmes Sailing – Page 2
Catalina March 2018
The first Catalina trip with my new sailboat. I pleased with myself for getting the boat ready for a Catalina trip just one month after purchasing it. We moored in Avalon. It only took 6 hrs on the way there but the return trip took about 10 hours because ...
Re-Upholstering V-Berth Cushions
I upholster new canvas on the aging cushions in the v-berth of my Ranger 23 sailboat. I try the hidden zipper technique with satisfactory results.
Sailing to Hana Maui from Honokohau Big Island via Alenuihaha
Sailing my 23 foot ranger sailboat from Big Island to Maui. The winds were pretty strong once I got in the channel and I spent most of the the time with the third reef in. Follow my progress here https://www.facebook.com/SwedishFishYacht
Solo sailing Los Angeles to Hawaii on 23ft boat
This video documents my trip from Los Angeles to Hawaii. I spent 27 days alone at sea aboard my small Ranger 23 sailboat. If you’re interested in contributing, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: https://venmo.com/code?user_id=2372932546330...
Maui to Molokai
Sailing from Maui to Molokai and adventures trying to anchor.. If you’re interested in contributing to the next adventure, links for patreon, paypal and venmo are below: https://www.patreon.com/samholmes https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_donati...
Snorkeling in Honolua Bay
Honolua Bay in Maui has some great reefs with tons of sea life. The area in the bay is wildlife protected so I couldn't do any fishing. I anchored here for 2 nights before heading on to Molokai. The bay offers good protection from the waves but can get win...
Sailing to Lono Harbor Molokai
I attempt some sewing repairs before heading around the west side of Molokai. Along the way I struggle with light winds and a 15 mile passage takes 10 hours. Entering the harbor at night I can hear big breaking waves on either side of me as a weave through...
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 u...
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.
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 ding...
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: https://www.patreon.com/samholmes https://...
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: https://www.patreon.com...
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...
My Sailing Background And A Pit Stop In Kaunakakai
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Live chat continues
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Just anchored in Waikiki
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Molokai to Oahu and Self-steering gear
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Another Drone Down
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Paragliding attempt and sailing on Gerontius
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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...
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: https://www.patreon.com/samholmes https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_donations&business=ZMVEQM...
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 I...
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. C...
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: https://www.patreon.com/samholmes https://venmo.com/code?user_id=2372932546330624672 ...
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 o...
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...
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.
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.
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: https://www.patreon.com/samholmes https://venmo.com/code?user_id=2372932546330624672 https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/we...
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 chartplot...
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: https://www.patreon.com/samholmes https://...
Sailing after dark in Charlotte Harbor
I go through the extra sail inventory and take the boat out for an after dark sail. The quest to catch a fish begins! If you’re interested in contributing, links for patreon, venmo or paypal are below: https://www.patreon.com/samholmes https://venmo.com/...