something came loose midway through our sailing passage
March 28, 2025 by WhiteSpotPirates | Language: EN Play Time: 00:17:28 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
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During our winter sailing passage in the Mediterranean, we set off toward Ibiza with around 170 nautical miles ahead of us. With no wind and cold, still conditions, we relied mostly on the engine—so Floh gave our Volvo Penta a thorough check before departure. Wrapped in woolly hats and blankets, we settled into the rhythm of a quiet passage, keeping things moving with snacks, small chores, music, and laughter.
But mid-passage, we noticed strange movement in the boom. The calm conditions had caused the sail to flop back and forth, shaking a few rivets loose in our in-boom furling system. Thankfully, Floh managed a clever DIY boom repair while underway, getting the sail functional again just in time for some actual wind.
In the final stretch, Santana finally spread her wings, sailing beautifully through the Med. This is real sailing life—moments of calm, unexpected challenges, and the quiet joy of figuring things out as we go. If you’re curious about the full-time cruising lifestyle, cold-weather sailing, or what it’s like to sail the Med in winter, this episode offers a true look at life on the water.
UNTIE THE LINES Season 8 Episode 07 (S8E07)
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Join me on an inspiring journey that began with buying and refitting my Reinke Super 10 sailboat called KARL. Facing the challenges of solo sailing as a female sailor, I navigated the highs and lows of single-handed sailing while tackling DIY boat repair projects, from engine fixes to full boat refits on a budget. My life aboard was a mix of adventure and reflection, shaping an independent woman’s story of resilience, personal growth, and embracing the sailing lifestyle.
Along the way, I became an ocean conservation activist with In Mocean, stumbled across my dog Boga, and discovered the joys and challenges of sailing with a dog. Now, I’m exploring a new chapter, having jumped aboard my partner’s Hallberg Rassy Rasmus with Boga and his Australian Kelpie, Jango. Together, we face the unique dynamics and challenges of sailing as a couple, balancing off-grid life, sustainable sailing, and the demands of long-term cruising.
If you’re interested in remote sailing adventures, authentic sailing stories, and the realities of living on a sailboat, this channel offers a glimpse into the world of DIY projects, the sailing lifestyle, and life’s transformative moments on the water. Follow along for inspiring stories that reflect on the beauty of sailing, personal growth, and chasing dreams—one wave at a time.
And always remember: if I can do it, you can do it, too!
👉 Binge watch my solo sailing adventure from the beginning https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXRq1t-_HOXvL6L6lGac5YAloge4jiLRA
⇩ More about my journey with my sailboat SV Karl @WhiteSpotPirates ⇩
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Thanks to everybody who has supported the creation of these video and has shared this epic adventure with me so far. It would not have been the same without you!
Lots of ocean love and salty smiles, Nike 🧜♀
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During our winter sailing passage in the Mediterranean, we set off toward Ibiza with around 170 nautical miles ahead of us. With no wind and cold, still conditions, we relied mostly on the engine—so Floh gave our Volvo Penta a thorough check before departure. Wrapped in woolly hats and blankets, we settled into the rhythm of a quiet passage, keeping things moving with snacks, small chores, music, and laughter.
But mid-passage, we noticed strange movement in the boom. The calm conditions had caused the sail to flop back and forth, shaking a few rivets loose in our in-boom furling system. Thankfully, Floh managed a clever DIY boom repair while underway, getting the sail functional again just in time for some actual wind.
In the final stretch, Santana finally spread her wings, sailing beautifully through the Med. This is real sailing life—moments of calm, unexpected challenges, and the quiet joy of figuring things out as we go. If you're curious about the full-time cruising lifestyle, cold-weather sailing, or what it’s like to sail the Med in winter, this episode offers a true look at life on the water.
UNTIE THE LINES Season 8 Episode 07 (S8E07)
⇩ Join the wonderful support crew that makes these videos possible and get instant access to behind the scene footage, regular real time updates and even join some of the most magic moments of this journey during a live feed ⇩
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⇩ Wanna buy me a drink or a treat for Boga? ⇩
► PAY PAL https://www.paypal.me/whitespotpirates
****
Join me on an inspiring journey that began with buying and refitting my Reinke Super 10 sailboat called KARL. Facing the challenges of solo sailing as a female sailor, I navigated the highs and lows of single-handed sailing while tackling DIY boat repair projects, from engine fixes to full boat refits on a budget. My life aboard was a mix of adventure and reflection, shaping an independent woman’s story of resilience, personal growth, and embracing the sailing lifestyle.
Along the way, I became an ocean conservation activist with In Mocean, stumbled across my dog Boga, and discovered the joys and challenges of sailing with a dog. Now, I’m exploring a new chapter, having jumped aboard my partner’s Hallberg Rassy Rasmus with Boga and his Australian Kelpie, Jango. Together, we face the unique dynamics and challenges of sailing as a couple, balancing off-grid life, sustainable sailing, and the demands of long-term cruising.
If you’re interested in remote sailing adventures, authentic sailing stories, and the realities of living on a sailboat, this channel offers a glimpse into the world of DIY projects, the sailing lifestyle, and life’s transformative moments on the water. Follow along for inspiring stories that reflect on the beauty of sailing, personal growth, and chasing dreams—one wave at a time.
And always remember: if I can do it, you can do it, too!
👉 Binge watch my solo sailing adventure from the beginning https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXRq1t-_HOXvL6L6lGac5YAloge4jiLRA
⇩ More about my journey with my sailboat SV Karl @WhiteSpotPirates ⇩
► INSTAGRAM http://www.instagram.com/WhiteSpotPirates
► FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/WhiteSpotPirates
► MY BOAT KARL http://whitespotpirates.com/untie-the-lines/my-boat-karl
⇩ Watch the full movie "Untie The Lines" ⇩
Download or stream the full movie with background info about my journey, interviews with my friends and family and unseen footage at http://www.UntieTheLines.com
*****
Thanks to everybody who has supported the creation of these video and has shared this epic adventure with me so far. It would not have been the same without you!
Lots of ocean love and salty smiles, Nike 🧜♀
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Hi, my name is Nike. With my videos I would like to inspire others to grab hold of their dreams and make them reality. I have always been drawn to the ocean and fascinated by the humbling experience of living close to nature. I had a faint idea that I was made for another lofe than the one that the people around me expected me to live. One day, I dared to follow this instinct and bought a neglected sailboat in Panama that I named KARL. My life turned into a wild rollercoaster of challenges that pushed me way beyond my comfort zone and moments of unknown bliss and inner peace. Over the past years, I had to learn many new skills and tunred my old silboat into a once again sea worthy vessel. My floating home enables me to live off grid in remote places, powered by the sun and moved by the wind. Join me on my jounrey exploring life`s options in the persuit of happiness and purpose. Also check out our ocean plastic recycling activities with http://in-mocean.org
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