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Back 2 Basics Adventures completes an epic 30-day, 3,000-nautical-mile Pacific Ocean crossing from the Galapagos to Nuku Hiva in French Polynesia, enduring ITCZ squalls and living off the sea.
Held at anchor in Tahiti by 40-knot gales in Moorea, the Sailing Big Lost family reflects on their route from the BVI and Rio Dulce through Panama to French Polynesia aboard their catamaran.
Sailors have an old saying:
"The two happiest days in a sailor's life are the day he buys a boat and the day he sells it." Having recently passed Wahine on to my close friend Mitsu Kume, I now understand why. In fact, I'm doubly happy. Not simply because I'm relieved of ...
What happens if a through-hull fitting fails offshore?
As we prepare Escapade for a Pacific Ocean crossing, we're tackling one of the most important sailboat maintenance jobs we've ever done: replacing our through-hull fittings and seacocks with a complete TruDesign installation.
While i...
After weeks of offshore passages, unexpected challenges, and nonstop movement, we finally wake up in one of the most beautiful cruising destinations in the world: the San Blas Islands of Panama.
With only one day to explore before continuing our journey, we move Escapade into crystal-clear shallow ...
After completing a 3,000-mile Pacific crossing, the family aboard Big Lost makes landfall on Nuku Hiva in the Marquesas Islands, repairing their Code 55 sail, exploring Taiohae Bay, and hiking to Vaipo Waterfall.
1,800 miles from the nearest road, my autopilot exploded into pieces on my lap. Three and a half days into an 18-day crossing from Ecuador to Easter Island, on a light catamaran with small rudders and no displacement, the wheel pilot's ring snapped, the belt cut itself in four places, and the b...
Two weeks into their passage across the Pacific Ocean, the crew aboard Sailing Big Lost discovers that offshore life shifts from constant survival into an unexpected daily rhythm of watch schedules, shared chores, and cruiser check-ins.
Most boats never make it to Mai'O. You can't just sail in... the island decides who comes ashore.
Years ago, my girlfriend and I were anchored in Moorea when we met a man whose friend was from Mai'O. He asked if we could bring his friend home. We said yes — and what happened next was...
We’ve officially entered full Pacific prep mode 🌊
In this episode, we spend the day hunting down everything we need to get Escapade ready for another ocean crossing and life in remote destinations far from civilisation.
From safety gear and spare parts to haul out supplies, off-grid essentials, to...
Sailing Big Lost prepares for a Pacific crossing from Panama, facing consular deadlines, hull cleaning for Galápagos clearance, and Holy Week holiday shutdowns.
Anchored on the Pacific side of Panama waiting for French Polynesia visas, the Sailing Big Lost crew uses their time to lubricate mast tracks, rig storm sails with SV Meera, and prepare biosecurity documents for the Galapagos.
Battling through the ITCZ (Inter Tropical Convergence Zone), we sail 1500+ miles from the Marshall Islands to beautiful Fiji. This is part one of our 12 day bluewater sailing voyage through some of the most remote parts of the pacific ocean.
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A 220-mile sail from Oahu to the Big Island became a lesson in patience and respect. Between calm seas and sudden squalls, we were forced to change course — the sea had other plans.
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Step aboard the 2006 Norseman 480S — a bluewater-capable yacht designed for comfort cruising. Built with serious craftsmanship and attention to detail, this 48-footer delivers the liveaboard features an...
25 days. 2,500 nautical miles. This is the full story of my solo sail from Warrenton, Oregon to Honolulu, Hawai’i. Just me and my cat Phoenix. Thank you all for the support along the way. It was the adventure of a lifetime. 🌊🐾
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After sailing solo from Oregon to Hawai'i — and taking a much-needed break — I’m finally back on YouTube to answer your most asked (and weirdest!) questions. From terrifying moments in the middle of the Pacific, to whether I saw aliens, to what’s next for me, Phoenix, and the channel — it’s all...
Join us as we complete a 10-day, 1,300 nautical mile voyage from French Polynesia to Tonga! We carefully navigate a reef pass into a peaceful anchorage, where we check into the country with ease—no dodgy docks, just smiles. After a brief rest, we lift anchor for a bumpy overnight sail to Vava’u, eag...
Let’s get the heck out of here‼️ Join us for a 10 day sail from French Polynesia to Tonga— a passage we’ve been looking forward to for quite some time… 😍 The journey begins with a beautiful overnight trip from Tahiti to Bora Bora, where we tackle some chores in preparation for our departure and soak...
We’re on the move! ⛵️ After an overnight sail from Tahuata to Nuku Hiva, we said goodbye to our family and restocked the boat with food and fuel before the World ARC arrived. Then, it was off on a six-day offshore passage back to Tahiti, the first leg of our journey toward New Zealand. Along the way...
In this video, we review the Orca Core and Display navigation system—a modern take on the classic chartplotter. We highlight its key features, such as exceptional screen readability, radar capabilities, and remote autopilot control. We also share our honest assessment of whether it’s a valuable addi...
This week we make it to the beautiful Fatu Hiva in French Polynesia. I edited a little differently than I normally do, giving a more "behind the scenes" look at what it's like living on a sailboat. Follow along to see what it's like for a family of six to sail around the world....
This week we finally step foot on land after 21 days at see. We check out Tahuata and finally check into French Polynesia - but it's not all smooth sailing. We see some of the most stunning views at Hanakee Lodge in Hiva Oa. Follow along to see what it's like for a family of six to sail ...
All aboard! ⛵️ Join us for an overnight sail from Nuku Hiva to Hiva Oa, where we welcome family aboard for a memorable visit. We put our new Orca system to the test, cruise alongside a pod of dolphins, and take our guests to Tahuata to enjoy its crystal-clear waters and sandy beaches. Ray tackles a ...
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