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Risk vs Return – When Surfing Remote Waves Gets Real | S4 E25
Surfing remote waves is one of the best parts of living on a boat—but it comes with its fair share of calculated risks. This episode, a snapped leg rope sends Dad’s board into the coral rocks, sparking a rescue mission over sharp lava ledges. There are...
No The Officer Wasnt Looking for a Bribe and No It wasn’t Because of My Tattoos; A RESPONSE VIDEO
This is a response to my "Immigration Nightmares" Video https://youtu.be/nEmTA7IpOVI If you enjoy the channel please "Like" the videos and Subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. If you find the videos helpful or entertaining and would like to...
Daily Buzzings by Australian Coast Guard WHSE167
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/windhippie Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/windhippie Merch store: https://wind-hippie.myspreadshop.com/ For more regular photo updates and boating life, check out my instagram page: @boatlizard I am a solo sailor w...
Not Being Allowed to Extend My Indonesian Visa & Being Forced to Clear Out Immediately
Episode 433 : Hello Friends, On this episode I attempt to extend my visa and find that once again the Indonesian government has changed the rules and the immigration office refuses to extend my visa forcing me to have to clear out of the country early. ...
2 Weeks Living in Remote Solomon Islands (Jungle Medicine & Bow Making)
Az has touched down in the remote Solomon Islands, and eager to learn more about the way of life here. Hope you enjoy and thanks for watching! Check our site, 👉 https://www.b2badventures.com.au/ Stay at Driftwood in the Solomon Islands https://www.dr...
The Snake Saga – It Kept Coming Back! | S4 E24
What was meant to be a quiet stop for small waves and simple boat life turned into an unforgettable showdown. When an unexpected intruder slithered aboard—not once, not twice, but three times—we had no choice but to face it head-on. From surf sessions...
30 Days Living From The Ocean In Remote Australia
Get started with AG1 for less than $3 a day when you subscribe! https://drinkag1.com/back2basics And get $76 of free extras when you use the above link. This Episode is filmed over 30 days exploring a remote area of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Ret...
Having Diesel Engine Trouble up a River In Borneo – Small Boat Sailing Adventures in Wild Places
Episode 432 : Hello Friends, On this episode I wake anchored 2.5 miles off shore in remote Borneo after a 435NM passage from Lombok. I have a very wet passage of unforecasted weather to anchor in a peaceful anchorage just inside the mouth of the Kumai R...
THE ISLANDS LOST IN TIME (Catch, Clean & Cook)
Use the Code NOMB2B for 20% off all data plans with Nomad eSIM Download and check the app out right here https://www.getnomad.app/shop We've just touched down in the remote Solomon Islands for the next few weeks. Hope you enjoy and thanks for watching. Az...
From Fee Debacle to Daily Rhythm | S4 E23
What started with confusion over anchoring fees quickly turned into something more familiar — finding our family rhythm in a brand new spot. After dealing with paddling locals, unclear payments, and a bit of drama, we finally settled into daily life: sch...
Wind Vane Broke and I Went in After It WHSE166
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/windhippie Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/windhippie Merch store: https://wind-hippie.myspreadshop.com/ For more regular photo updates and boating life, check out my instagram page: @boatlizard I am a solo sailor w...
Sailing Alone to The Exotic Island of Borneo on a Vintage 30ft Sailboat; A Long Format Sailing Film
Solo Sailing through out Southeast Asia Hello Friends, Welcome to my latest Long Format passage film. On this episode we depart Lombok for what I planned on being a 100NM overnight passage to the next anchorage. The sailing was simply too good so I skip...
Kale, Coconuts, Bananas & the Freedom to Stay a Little Longer | S4 E22
We didn’t plan to stay long… but this anchorage had other ideas. Tucked away off a wild little island, we slowed down, settled in, and stretched our stay by living off what we could find — coconuts, bananas, and a bunch of fresh greens from a genero...
GIANT CRAYFISH!
This Channel follows the adventures of two Aussie best mates; Strick and Az who both share their Episodes here. B2B all about remote and wild adventures. Surviving from the ocean, living from the land and getting 'Back 2 Basics'. Join the B2B Tribe & Supp...
Exploring the Indonesian Island of Gili Air & Trying to Solve ICOM AIS Issues
Episode 430 : Horse Drawn Carriages, Turquoise Waters and AIS issues Hello Friends, On this episode I explore the island of Gili Air and was amazed at how it felt more like French Polynesia than Indonesia. I loved the vibe of this island that is free of ...
Navionics Has Removed All Charts For Southeast Asia Creating A Dangerous Situation for Boaters
This is a special message to let everyone know that as of July 1st Navionics / Garmin have removed all of the charts for the Indian Ocean and Southeast Asia essentially stranding boaters who have long used their apps with no way to navigate these dangerous...
No Days Wasted WHSE165
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Sailing to Gili Air Lombok Indonesia First Sail on Triteia of 2025 After The Wet Season
Episode 429 : Sailing, Sailing, Sailing Hello Friends, I cant tell you how stoked I was to finally leave the shackles of the marina and get out sailing again. On this episode we finally slip the lines and sail 30 miles north to the holiday island of Gili...
SURVIVAL CHALLENGE: Shipwrecked on Deserted Island🏝️ (Real Life Story!)
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City Mission: Visa Runs, Drones & Big City Treats | S4 E21
After weeks off-grid, it was time to hit the big smoke. In this episode, we head into Padang, West Sumatra — our first major city in ages — on a fast-paced mission to restock, repair, and renew. From replacing our drone and sourcing gas fittings, to t...
The Challenge of Finding a New Dinghy In Indonesia; Introducing “Gari” (short for Garibaldi)
Episode 428 : New Dinghy, how Dis? Hello Friends, On this episode I go through the pain staking process of locating and buying a new dinghy in a country with little to no marine stores. I was shocked that my $1200 INMAR dinghy only lasted 4 years (and e...
Just Another Week at Anchor: Tattoos & Takeaways Included | S4 E20
What started as a chill week anchored near one of Indonesia’s best surf breaks quickly turned into something else entirely… From catching coconuts and chasing waves, to diesel maintenance, squid fishing, and an impromptu onboard tattoo session — thi...
Spearfishing Bamboo Rafts in 6000ft (Indonesian Waters)
Spearfishing in the deep blue waters of Indonesia, after a few weeks traveling through South East Asia with my dad. Hope you enjoy and thanks for watching. Az EOFY Sale now... Get your Back 2 Basics Merch here! 👉 https://www.b2badventures.com.au/ Che...
Is There Such Thing as a Vegan Croc?
Darwin has a lot to offer! We watched some wild river crocs being hand-fed chicken, met a local musician who plays digereedoo, and experienced Australia's version of a good party Check out Adam Scriven on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/37Cw7Ujht...
Dealing with Diesel Bug in Indonesia and Switching the Anchor Chain End for End
Episode 427 : Preparing for the next sailing season in Indonesia Hello Friends, On this episode I pull out all 300ft of anchor chain to flip it end for end to even out the corrosion until I can get it re-galvanized in Malaysia later in the year. I also ...
SURVIVAL CHALLENGE: USA’s Most Ambitious Rescue!
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Remote Realities: Paradise and the Problems | S4 E19
Living remote isn’t always postcard-perfect. This episode, we leave our quiet anchorage and head deeper into Indonesia’s Mentawai Islands — chasing surf, fresh food, and, hopefully, a full propane bottle. We get lucky with waves and local fruit trade...
Sailor James Shows The Easiest Way to Transfer Diesel While Underway
Just a short little video showing you an easy and safe way to transfer diesel without having to hold the jerry can up in the air on a rolling boat, getting a mouth full of diesel or needing a shake siphon. All you need its two lengths of hose and a rag. ...
Returning Back to Indonesia & Triteia with Parts from America After Two Months Away
Episode 426 : Back to Indonesia Hello Friends, On this episode I show you the parts I bought in the states to bring back to Triteia since buying parts in Indonesia is all but impossible. When then head back to the boat to see how she is looking after be...
Remote Sailing: Fix Or Fail | S4 E18
This episode, we’re pushing further along remote West Sumatra when — surprise! — the mainsail webbing breaks, the trampoline lines snap, and the generator decides to have a holiday. With no marinas, no sail loft, and only what we have onboard, it’s...
Making Myself Croc Feed in Darwin WHSE164
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Second Live Stream of the day after Audio Isues
Episode 400 : Hello Friends, On this episode If you enjoy the channel please "Like" the videos and Subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. If you find the videos helpful or entertaining and would like to contribute you can become a Patron a...
Anchored Beside an Active Volcano – Sailing Indonesia | S4 E17
In this episode we sail to one of the most famous volcanoes in the world — Krakatoa, an active volcano in Indonesia that changed history with its eruption in 1883. But getting there wasn’t exactly smooth sailing… From dodging storms off the coast of...
Sailor James Speaks At Berkeley Yacht Club About Highlights of the Circumnavigation So Far
Episode 421 : California Speaking Tour 2025 Hello Friends, This is a recording of the talk I gave at Berkeley Yacht Club (Thank you Mari Bird 🙏🏻) in March of 2025. This was the last of four talks I gave while stateside. For this presentation I go o...
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