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Sailing to Nagasaki PART ONE #gunkanjima #sailingjapan #007
Sailing into Nagasaki! A dream come true. As with other Kyushu ports I had been to before, I had arrived by bicycle. A city rich historically, culturally, and topographically, to arrive by sea is a real treat, particularly given that the city just celebrated the 450th anniversary of the first for...
Cruising Japan #solosailor #nevertoolate acupuncture treatment
It is my second time visiting Akune, Western Kyushu. This time by boat but 21 years ago by bicycle. I am grateful to Kaminota and his family for their kindness. It was my last stop before realizing a dream . . . sailing into Nagasaki. Nagasaki adventures will be in a future episode but for now, I...
Cruising Kyushu #solosailor #mooring #seastationsinjapan
At my last two ports, I have moored at Sea Stations ( Umi no Eki) and as they were very different in style and cost I thought that some viewers would like to take a tour of each. I have stayed at several Sea Stations in Japan as well as Marinas ( where you pay) and lots of fishing ports where you d...
Are the Jibsheets Worth it? #learningstuff #solosailor #HowToSetItUp
I am learning a myriad of things. Next is setting up genoa traveler. Advice is gratefully received. I have my own ideas but one aspect of setting up the traveler puzzles me. This episode also includes fun times with good people in the last two ports I have visited in Kagoshima, Kyushu: autumn lea...
Glamping in a Boat and rounding Cape Sata! (solo sailor)
While waiting for the right conditions to round Cape Sata, I moved to Calm Lanai Harbor and enjoyed a few days of convenience and to some measure of luxury ( Toilet and bath only 30 seconds from the dock!). Join me for a tour of Calm Lanai Harbor. Then because of the concern of an overnight passage ...
Preparing to round Cape Sata and dealing with the Kuroshio Current ( solo sailor )
My next challenge is to round Cape Sata, the southernmost tip of Kyushu. I have to time it carefully with the tides and also deal with the meandering Kuroshio current. Its a waiting game. In the meantime, I am waiting it out in Aburatsu and have been taken care of by Hara san, a remarkable plan wh...
New Volcano Eruption Threatens My Sailing (single handed sailing)
Well, this was unexpected. Strings and patches of pumice from the eruption in the Ogasawara Islands ( where a new island has been forming since August) have reached Amami Oshima and clogging up some of the harbors. I feel bad for the fisherman whose livelihood depends on leaving port. Even a co...
To go or not to go?! ( solo sailor )
Actually, the real question is `When to go?` My margin for getting to Amami Oshima ( an Island towards Okinawa from mainland Kyushu) is evaporating. The local experienced sailors are advising me not to attempt the passage this week due to the weather. I may be able to I can inch my way forward ov...
Sailing the East Coast of Kyushu. (solo sailor)
I have been sailing south off the coast of East Kyushu with the goal of reaching Amami Oshima by late October. The sailing has been gentle but navigating tidal currents and the resultant turbulence through narrow passages has kept me attentive. That with the rush to finish the keel and get Wahine ...
Re-uniting a keel and hull is tricky (solo sailor)
Sister ships, Wahine and Distant Dreamer, have keel work projects going on side by side. Wahine, my boat, a Gib Sea 402 is having to redo a repair I did two years ago as well as having the keel bolts inspected. Distant Dreamer, a Columbia 43 and a Transpac winner in her class, had her keel bolts...
Returning to my boat via Japanese quarantine. (solo sailor)
My final few hours in Canada were significant as I had precious moments with my mother and breakfast with long time friend with my good friend Terry with whom I have had adventures on three continents! He wanted to trade me his PING Golf Shirt for a Never Too Late Polo. So we did . . I am back in...
Ep47 – Solo and Sinking!
It's every sailors worst nightmare, being out at sea and taking on water. Added to this it was the first time I had sailed Fair Isle single handed, so made it even more heart stopping! Greece is a great place to sail though and we've had a really good run heading South, Judy flying back t...
THE MOST INSPIRING STORY EVER!!!
We are honored to bring you the most inspiring story I have ever heard of our friend Dustin Reynolds aka @thesinglehandedsailor He is on his way to becoming the First Double Amputee to successfully circumnavigate the globe SOLO. He has been Sailing single handed around the world since 2014 and is al...
Its boat wrecks everywhere – SwT 42 Solo sailors update
Its boat wrecks almost everywhere here. Even though the most famous one was removed this week there is still plenty left. This week's update I'm just giving you a glimpse of regular days as it's not always epic parties and exciting things going on. Also telling a secret of what kind o...
BOCAS DEL TORO – SwT 41 The best place to spend the Caribbean hurricane season
Let me take you back to happy days in the exotic region of Bocas del Toro, Panama. In this episode, I'm sharing my experience with Bocas del Toro as one of the best places to spend the Caribbean hurricane season. I am planning to go back there later this spring so I thought it was a good idea t...
Back To Great Wind & Waves | Sailing Galopin Solo In Cabo Verde Islands | Winded Voyage 5 | Episode4
It's time for some real Cape Verde sailing. I just have a few projects to finish, and will sail into the night. At midnight we set sail for a 30 plus hour passage from the island of Sao Vicente to Maio island in Cape Verde Africa. Conditions are as expected. Strong but constant winds for the mo...
SAN BLAS the most beautiful place in the Caribbean – SwT 40 Planning for HURRICANE SEASON
Let me take you back to happy days in the exotic region of San Blas, Panama. In this episode, I'm sharing my thoughts of where to next and also how I have spent my last days in Martinique. Thank you for watching and hope you enjoy seeing where I have been and where I'm planning to go. It...
Will my PACIFIC DREAM ever come true – SwT 39 (NAVIGATION THROUGH A CHALLENGING TIME)
In this episode, I'm talking about my Pacific thoughts and also take you with me in parts of the real world of sailing and navigating through a covid world. I'm still trying to be positive and optimistic about my sailing adventure, even though reality sometimes is challenging. I have not g...
CROSSING BORDERS AND HOW I THINK – SwT 38 (COVID TRAVEL TIPS)
Traveling in a world of COVID, is it even possible? It is, at least here in the Caribbean but it's not always as easy. However, you need time and always look for options. Find out how and the reasons for my decisions and why I sailed nonstop from Carriacou to Martinique. Clearing in procedures ...
Sailing SOLO overnight from Carriacou to Martinique – SwT 37 (HOW DO I SLEEP ALONE)
How do I sleep alone? Check out how I sail and sleep sailing solo overnight. I'm taking you with me onboard Be Free sailing solo overnight from Carriacou to Martinique. It's a beautiful sail from Carriacou that belongs to Grenada and north to Martinique. This time It went much smoother t...
MY IRIDIUM SATELLITE PHONE UNBOXING: I’m so excited!
The countdown continues to my departure from Tokyo to Okinawa. It will be a two-month practice run. Many challenges to face to get there but i keep pressing forward with the help of patrons and supporters. In this episode, i reveal a special device that an experienced Mariner, Maurice Vitty rec...
Leaving Carriacou – preparing for my SOLO SAIL to Martinique – SwT 36
In this video I'm clearing out of Grenada from Carriacou, Also preparing for my solo sailing to Martinique and explaining a little about how I do this. It's not impossible to travel in these times it just takes a bit more planning. Thank you so much for watching and for your support! Yo...
Six Weeks to go: A Big Lesson about Marine Electrics ( sailing marine electrical )
With just six weeks to go before Wahine and I depart our slip for the last time, we are working hard at getting ready to go. There is a whole lot going on including a complete audit of the electrical system. I am learning every day and this week was a lesson in why you should only use Marine grade w...