Today, I have something COMPLETELY DIFFERENT for you!
March 16, 2025 by WhiteSpotPirates | Language: EN Play Time: 00:13:58 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
For the past 12 years, I’ve been living and traveling on my sailboat, Karl. But alongside my love for the open water, I’ve realized that I’m also longing for something different—something slower, more grounded, and closer to the people I love. And so, a new journey begins: stepping into the world of canal boat life and searching for a floating home on Europe’s waterways.
In Roots on Water, I take you along as I navigate the process of buying a canal boat, figuring out what it takes to transition from sailing life to barge life, and exploring what makes living on a canal boat so special. From the thrill of boat hunting to the challenge of choosing the right vessel, this series is about more than just how to buy a canal boat—it’s about redefining what home means when you live a nomadic life on the water.
Whether you’re curious about houseboat living, fascinated by Dutch barges and narrowboats, or simply love a good travel vlog, this journey is for anyone drawn to alternative living, slow travel, and life on the water. Join me as I search for the right boat, embrace the adventure of a canal boat journey, and step into a new chapter of off-grid living. Welcome to Roots on Water.
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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 ⇩
► 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 🧜♀
For the past 12 years, I’ve been living and traveling on my sailboat, Karl. But alongside my love for the open water, I’ve realized that I’m also longing for something different—something slower, more grounded, and closer to the people I love. And so, a new journey begins: stepping into the world of canal boat life and searching for a floating home on Europe’s waterways.
In Roots on Water, I take you along as I navigate the process of buying a canal boat, figuring out what it takes to transition from sailing life to barge life, and exploring what makes living on a canal boat so special. From the thrill of boat hunting to the challenge of choosing the right vessel, this series is about more than just how to buy a canal boat—it’s about redefining what home means when you live a nomadic life on the water.
Whether you’re curious about houseboat living, fascinated by Dutch barges and narrowboats, or simply love a good travel vlog, this journey is for anyone drawn to alternative living, slow travel, and life on the water. Join me as I search for the right boat, embrace the adventure of a canal boat journey, and step into a new chapter of off-grid living. Welcome to Roots on Water.
Roots on Water S1E01
❤ JOIN THE SUPPORT CREW ❤ http://youtube.com/WhiteSpotPirates/join
Through your incredible support, you’re helping keep this channel alive! That’s why this video is exclusively for you, my amazing Support Crew. By joining as a channel member, you’ve unlocked a world of bonus content, including these exciting perks:
✨ Real-time video updates – Follow along with my adventures as they happen.
🎥 Behind-the-scenes content – Get an insider’s look at what goes on off-camera.
⏩ Early & ad-free access to new episodes – Watch the latest videos before anyone else.
🌊 Exclusive access to "Roots on the Water" – My new mini-series launching early 2025.
📡 Live feeds – Join special moments as they unfold, right in the moment!
You can also join the Support Crew via Patreon here http://patreon.com/whitespotpirates
Thank you for your support, it means the world to me and keeps this video production going. Together, we’re sailing into exciting new horizons!
⇩ 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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