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Why We Anchored In The Rolliest Anchorage Yet [Ep. 179]

In this episode, we anchor in the rolliest anchorage we’ve encountered yet. With unpredictable conditions and tricky navigation, will our decision pay off? Join us as we face the challenges of the North Pacific and adapt on the fly! Plus, an impromptu man overboard drill keeps us on our toes. #sail...

Apr 06, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:32

LIGHTNING STRIKE over the boat! [Ep171 RED SEAS]

A Massive Storm Caught Us Off Guard ⚡️🌊 We set out to visit Makatea Island, but huge waves forced us to change course, sailing an extra day to the nearest safe anchorage. Just as we started to relax, a terrifying lightning storm rolled in, passing directly over us! The thunder was deafening, the sk...

Mar 23, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:21:27

Escaping civilization AGAIN – Sailing to a WW2 atoll in the North Pacific [Ep. 177]

Just another successful passage. Sorry about the lack of drama. 160 miles in 23 hours. Hope to see you in the comments section! #sailing #MarshallIslands #adventure #ww2 Find us elsewhere: website & Blog: www.sweetruca.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/rucaInstagram: www.instagram.com/rucasailin...

Mar 23, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:13

FINAL SAILING ATTEMPT: Will we ever reach this LOST WORLD? [Ep170 RED SEAS]

🌊 EPIC Night Sailing Adventure to a Hidden Paradise! 🏝️⛵ After nearly two years exploring French Polynesia, we’re taking on one of our biggest challenges yet—a treacherous night passage through the remote Tuamotus! 😱 With zero moonlight, strong currents, and an anchor stuck on coral, we navigate bl...

Mar 16, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:33

The Hidden History with the USA – Sailing Majuro and the Marshall Islands [Ep. 176]

In this video, we share the truth behind the U.S. involvement in the Marshall Islands post-WWII. Explore the traditonal Walap, or outrigger canoe, that still races in Majuro today. Watch as we navigate delays waiting for permits to visit the outer atolls, and see how we provision and refuel the boat...

Mar 16, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:11

Panama Canal Nightmare: Engine Failure, No Sails, Will we make it through? | Sailing Sitka Ep 159

Engine Failure in the Panama Canal: Will we make it or get Fined? In the very exciting episode of Sailing Sitka, Jay and Kenna ( along with their pals @SailingSVBully ) embark on their most stressful journey yet. The Panama Canal is an emotional strain already but adding an unreliable and untrustwor...

Mar 16, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:38

This has NEVER happened! [Ep169 RED SEAS]

🌊 We Had This World-Class Dive Site ALL TO OURSELVES! 🦈 | Sailing French Polynesia After nearly 2 years of exploring the remote atolls of French Polynesia, we never expected to have one of the most famous dive sites in the South Pacific completely to ourselves! 🤯 No dive boats, no crowds—just us, o...

Mar 09, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:22:22

Final prep & nerves before our Panama Canal transit (real talk and costs $) | Sailing Sitka Ep 158

Jay and Kenna share some real thoughts and info as they prepare to transit the Panama Canal from the pacific to the Atlantic. But not before they enjoy some time enjoying the city life in Casco Viejo. Thanks for watching and subscribe if you enjoy. Stay tuned for next episode as it will be the one w...

Mar 09, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:01

The Dark History of Makatea: Geology, Mining, and a Tsunami Mystery

Journey through the untold story of Makatea, a Pacific island shaped by tectonic forces, exploited for phosphate, and tied to a geological mystery. Could its uplift have triggered a tsunami that flooded Marlon Brando’s Tetiaroa? Explore the science of plate tectonics, the legacy of mining, and the i...

Mar 02, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:47:19

BOAT FAIL: we ran out of FUEL! (after sailing 1000 miles) [Ep168 RED SEAS]

We are sailing 1000 miles from one end of French Polynesia to the other, and we don't have long to do it. We have loved our time exploring the remote islands of the Gambiers in the south but now it's time to get moving again and we need to be in Tikehau in the far north of the country in j...

Mar 02, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:23:22

Our last sail on the Pacific Ocean | Sailing Sitka Ep 157

Jay and Kenna embark on a 3 day passage sailing from the tiny village of Bahia Honda to the concrete jungle of Panama City. This sail happens to be their last in the Pacific Ocean as they get ready to cross the Panama Canal into Atlantic waters. Thank you for watching and please subscribe if you enj...

Mar 02, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:05

ALL ALONE…why nobody sails here?! [Ep167 RED SEAS]

We have sailed for seven weeks to reach the most southerly islands in French Polynesia - the truly remote archipelago of the Gambiers. But it's not all easy - shallow anchorages, shifting winds, and we're really far away from civilisation if anything goes wrong. But when all goes well, th...

Feb 23, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:25:17

THEY WARNED US! ⚠️ Would you do it?? [Ep166 RED SEAS]

When we told other sailors that we were sailing to this part of the reef, they warned us to stay away. Many said it was too dangerous to visit, but we had to see for ourselves. We crossed the lagoon from the village to the outer reef and found the most beautiful water that we've ever seen - mil...

Feb 16, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:22:32

MOST DANGEROUS SAIL WE’VE EVER DONE! [Ep164 RED SEAS]

We have sailed across oceans, dodged pirates and had more than our fair share of scary moments at sea, but this is the most dangerous place we have ever sailed. We are nearing the end of our Gambiers Gamble, our seven week journey from Tahiti to the most remote corner of French Polynesia but we have...

Feb 02, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:43

OUR SECRET WEAPON: sailing into a military base! [Ep163 RED SEAS]

We sail our catamaran to a military base in the South Pacific and have a secret weapon to get us in. Check out the new upgrade we've made to our boat - this one is a biggie! We also face our fears and Brioni takes the helm off the dock for the first time ever - it's the perfect conditions ...

Jan 26, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:01

RESCUED by a cargo vessel in the South Pacific! [Ep162 RED SEAS]

After battling against the wind for weeks on end and struggling with some significant failures onboard our sailing catamaran, we find ourselves in need of some diesel before we can continue on our Gambiers Gamble to the most remote part of the South Pacific Ocean. When we hear that a supply ship is...

Jan 19, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:21:48

Homeward Bound!!!! [Ep. 175]

From the tropical paradise of the Marshall Islands to the bustling streets of Chicago, follow along as I navigate unexpected challenges, exciting moments, and the emotional reunion that made it all worth it. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at our sail repair process and witness the big reve...

Jan 19, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:05

Cruising Costa Rica on a 41′ Sailboat | Sailing Sitka Ep 151

In this episode of Sailing Sitka, Kenna and Jay sail from Bahía Ballena to Quepos on the pacific coast of Costa Rica.

Jan 19, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:57

There’s a HOLE IN OUR BOAT! (And it’s bad news!) [Ep161 RED SEAS]

Just when we thought things couldn’t get any worse, we have a major problem when we find a hole in our fuel tank and have to make an emergency stop at a small atoll we never intended on visiting. It’s a huge task to get the repairs done but we hope they will hold up and if we can find a place to buy...

Jan 12, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:22:23

THIS is why we sail offshore. | Sailing Sitka Ep 150

In this episode of sailing sitka, we sailed to Bahía Ballena here on the pacific side of Costa Rica. After some squally and rough seas, we were more than grateful to be anchored in such a postcard worthy anchorage. It really puts it into perspective exactly why sailors sail offshore... to arrive and...

Jan 12, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:15:56

A fast and rough passage to paradise | Sailing Sitka Ep 149

In this episode of sailing sitka, we leave Mata De Cana anchorage in Bahia Culebra to sail 125 NM to Bahia Ballena, here in Costa Rica. On this passage we expeirence wet squalls followed by wind gusts allowing our 1976 Cheoylee sailboat to surf down waves at 10 knots. This nauseating one-night sail ...

Jan 05, 2025
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:21:32

Getting our boat ready for our next offshore passage in Costa Rica! Sailing Sitka Ep 148

On this episode of Sailing Sitka, we get our Cheoylee sailboat offshore ready by provisioning fr food, water, fuel and some extra fixings by making do with what we got. This is the reality of cruising sometimes and making sure your boat is ready to hit the high seas. Subscribe to join the journey an...

Dec 29, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:17:08

SAILING the SOUTH PACIFIC: harder than you think! [Ep159 RED SEAS]

We are taking on a huge sailing challenge in the South Pacific - 1500 nautical miles upwind from Tahiti to reach the super remote islands of the Gambiers. Fewer people visit this place each year than fly into space so it’s not for the faint hearted. And we’ve certainly faced our fair share of challe...

Dec 22, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:23:21

Squalls and Sail Changes – Completing 1800nm to a Remote Pacific Paradise [Ep. 174]

After 1800 miles at sea, we finally reach the remote Marshall Islands—an epic journey filled with intense squalls, sail changes, and unpredictable weather. Watch the thrilling final leg of our voyage sailing from American Samoa to the Marshall Islands. #sailing #adventure #travel Whenever we see ...

Dec 22, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:03

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