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This bay is a sailor’s playground #windedvoyage #sailinglife #sailingafrica #solosailing
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This bay is a sailor’s playground #windedvoyage #sailinglife #sailingafrica #solosailing

This is one of the best bays to sail in Africa. It's big, got a steady wind and no waves. A natural playground for sailors
Following the wooden trail over the mangrove #windedvoyage #sailinglife #gambia #laminlodge
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Following the wooden trail over the mangrove #windedvoyage #sailinglife #gambia #laminlodge

Following the trail over the mangrove to famous Lanin Lodge. Known to sailors who sail West Africa as a must place to go
Sailing Around Dakar To Gorée Island: Wet Bikes, Fouled Hull & The Rain Of Pain
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Sailing Around Dakar To Gorée Island: Wet Bikes, Fouled Hull & The Rain Of Pain

We finally got the sails up with Diego and Pape, but our Sunday excursion to Gorée Island wasn't just about the journey—it was about the irony of the destination. Known historically as "Slave Island," Gorée is now a bustling local fun spot, a stark contrast to its dark past where peop...
Guided by the best #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #gambia
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Guided by the best #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #gambia

Our man Babacar is a stud here. He's giving us VIP treatment.
Wind, Work & Sh#t | What It’s Like Fixing Up An Old Boat In Africa | S8E02
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Wind, Work & Sh#t | What It’s Like Fixing Up An Old Boat In Africa | S8E02

Two weeks away was all it took for Galopin to show the scars of our rough return from Cabo Verde. In this episode, we dive into the gritty reality of boat maintenance in West Africa. There’s no better place than CVD to get real work done, especially with trusted friends like Arona and Diallo by my s...
I’m with the most chilled guide #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #gambia
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I’m with the most chilled guide #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #gambia

We are being cared for by Babacar. A friend of CVD, he's come to guide us around his Gambia. He is the most chilled dude. I'm loving The Gambia already
We were almost crashed into by that blue barge #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #storm
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We were almost crashed into by that blue barge #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #storm

Just after the hurricane style storm passed I realise how close a barge came to crashing into me. It hhad crashed, broke lines and pushed several boats onto the beach. My Boat Galopin and I were very lucky.
Violent storm rages taking 10 boats with it #windedvoyage #sailinglife #dakar #africa #storms
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Violent storm rages taking 10 boats with it #windedvoyage #sailinglife #dakar #africa #storms

Violent storm rages through the bay in Dakar, Senegal taking 10 boats in its path. Winds were up to 60 kts for nearly an hour unleashing total fury. My boat was lucky to not have been struck by another boat.As well, my mooring held strong. Thank you Arona.
Real African Dangers: Moto Taxis, Burns, Infections & Storms | Sailing Life In West Africa | S8E10
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Real African Dangers: Moto Taxis, Burns, Infections & Storms | Sailing Life In West Africa | S8E10

Do I have medical insurance? No, I don't. So what do I do in case of an incident? Like on a motorcycle taxi where I got burned on the exhaust pipe which turned into a very nasty infection. I went to see a doctor who checked me out and prescribed a strong treatment. That nasty infection kept me...
How I watched Cabo Verde almost beat Argentina #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #gambia
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How I watched Cabo Verde almost beat Argentina #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #gambia

Our bus journey from Dakar to Banjul The Gambia was a lot longer than planned. I was hoping to watch what became a historic world cup game between Cabo Verde and Argentina. I did watch it under extreme conditions. That's what mattered
Hacked Retired & Refueled | Winded Voyage Returns For Its 8th season | 10 years In The Making S8E01
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Hacked Retired & Refueled | Winded Voyage Returns For Its 8th season | 10 years In The Making S8E01

In this premiere episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the real life of a sailor in West Africa. It’s not just wind and water; it’s about survival. I’ll share the untold stories of my time in Cape Verde—learning Creole from the women I loved, navigating the "drunken sailor" lifestyle, a...
AC breaks in the hottest part of Senegal #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #busjourney
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AC breaks in the hottest part of Senegal #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #busjourney

It became unbearably hot inside the bus. The AC died, and we were dying inside. So the driver stopped where it is said to be the hottest place in Senegal to fix the problem.
Must be patient riding the bus #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #senegal
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Must be patient riding the bus #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #senegal

We were sold a bus ride to the Gambia. it was not a fast bus. It stopped all along the suburbs picking up passengers to fill up the seats. Not the quick way to The Gambia
Had to do a “visa hop” to neighbouring The Gambia #windedvoyage #africa #sailinglife #visarenewal
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Had to do a “visa hop” to neighbouring The Gambia #windedvoyage #africa #sailinglife #visarenewal

When you sail into Senegal, you get a visa to stay in the country for 3 months. Visa is free, and you get it at the Police du Port in Dakar. I needed to stay longer because of all the work needed done on Galopin. in order to do that, I had to exit Senegalese territory, get my passport stamped, and t...
Best African Workforce: Getting In & Out of The Last Boat Yard in West Africa | S8E07
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Best African Workforce: Getting In & Out of The Last Boat Yard in West Africa | S8E07

After months of hard work, sanding, and refitting, Galopin is finally going back in the water! In this episode, we navigate the ups and downs of boat life in Dakar on the hard. Trust is everything when you’re far from home, and the local expertise here in Senegal has been invaluable. We got the ant...
This is where I go when I want work done on my boat #sailinglife #windedvoyage #boatmaintenance
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This is where I go when I want work done on my boat #sailinglife #windedvoyage #boatmaintenance

My list of boat fixes is long. And there is only one place I trust in West Africa. It's here at CVD in Dakar Senegal. Pros here can do just about anything
Why am I here? A long list of fixes #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #boatmaintenance
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Why am I here? A long list of fixes #windedvoyage #sailinglife #africa #boatmaintenance

This is the only place in West Africa to get boat work done. And I have a long "To Do" list. Good thing I'm here at CVD where I can get my boat ready for our future travels
I’m not a DYI guy, I let the pros do it #sailboatlife #windedvoyage #boatlife #africa
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I’m not a DYI guy, I let the pros do it #sailboatlife #windedvoyage #boatlife #africa

It's great to be a handy dandy man on your boat if you can. I know my limits when it comes to boat fixes. I let the pros who know what they're doing do the jobs. Especially the hard ones. I do the finishing up
African Haul Out: The Last Proper Boat Yard in West Africa | S8E07
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African Haul Out: The Last Proper Boat Yard in West Africa | S8E07

The wait is over—Galopin is finally out of the water. Join us in Dakar for a traditional African haul-out where power tools are banned, and everything is done by hand. After months of waiting and navigating visa renewals, the team carefully lifts Galopin onto the cart. Watch the meticulous process ...
I got my engine rebuilt in Senegal #windedvoyage #solosailing #sailinglife #africa
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I got my engine rebuilt in Senegal #windedvoyage #solosailing #sailinglife #africa

Master mechanic Arona did a complete rebuild of my Perkins 4108 diesel engine. From taking out of my boat, to his outdoor bench until it roared. Truly amazing work
My life in Cabo Verde was wild
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My life in Cabo Verde was wild

I got stuck in Cabo Verde because of Covid. I stayed more than six years. Learned Kriulu, fell in love, got crazy and discovered the most incredible island country
What happened?
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What happened?

What happened? Oh yeah, marriage, work and retirement. Time to set off for adventure sailing around Africa
Before going sailing around Africa, this use to be my world #windedvoyage #sailinglife #switzerland
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Sailing into Dakar Senegal #windedvoyage #solosailing #africa #sailinglife
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Sailing into Dakar Senegal #windedvoyage #solosailing #africa #sailinglife

Coming into Dakar, past Goree Island, where slaves were shipped. Past the busy port and anchored Chinese fishing ships. I'm almost at my destination, CVD yacht club
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