Solo sailor YouTube Videos
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Dodging thunderstorms and experiencing acts of kindness ( Sailing Japan)
The risk of thunderstorms, unexpected acts of kindness, and an interesting coast lined marked my final few days sailing the Ehime Coast in West Shikoku. I had to be mindful of CAPE numbers ( Convective Available Potential Energy: see below) during my fin...
Smooth sailing post hurricane Elsa – SwT 59 SAILING TO CARRIACOU
In this episode Im sailing solo from Bequia to Carriacou after the hurricane Elsa. It was such a smooth sail and awesome to be out sailing again. Its hurricane season in the Caribbean and we already had close call on the first one, but it was not that bad ...
Pimp My Ride! Installing New Solar and Batteries in French Polynesia WHS 68
This week's adventure involves installing 100W of solar and two new batteries on my boat . . If you want to support me, check out my Patreon account (thank you so much!!) patreon.com/windhippie. If you would like to make a one time donation my PayPal is...
Sailing the spectacular west coast of Shikoku ( solo sailing )
In southwest Shikoku, near Cape Ashizuri, lies the wonderful town of Tosa Shimizu offering spectacular vistas, history, and charm as well as convenience for yachts who harbor there. With laundry, restaurants, shops, marine stores all within minutes if not...
I fell off my boat: Man Overboard (Pt 1) | Sailing Ep 260
Falling off the boat, every sailor's nightmare. What does a solo sailor do if they go overboard offshore? In 2021 our friend watched his sailboat (and his cat) disappear over the horizon. Turn on subtitles for your language. This is what happened... 00:00 ...
Hurricane ELSA – SwT 58 Sailing SOLO from Martinique staring into the eye of hurricane ELSA
In this episode I'm running from Hurricane ELSA sailing solo from Martinique. Planning for Bonaire but sailing south first to see how weather develops. Facing some minor challenges on my way south and decide to ride out ELSA in Bequia. Pretty close call wi...
Stopped at sea by the Coast Guard #solosailor #japan #voyage
The charm of the Japanese Coast, on and off land continues to delight. This three-day voyage starts with my final preparations before departure. I am touched and inspired by the people I meet along the way. Shibafuji san, took me to his boatyard where ...
Live interview with rookie solo sailor Lowell Sheppard
Hosted by Lowell's brother, Brent, this live interview dives deep into the trials and triumphs of Lowell's solo sailing journey. Two years ago he set out to realize a life-long dream. Sailing solo from Tokyo to Vancouver. This trans-Pacific interview wil...
My Engine is Broken Again Jury Rigging a Fix in a Small Island WindHippieSailing E67
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Race Day at Kochi Yacht Club ( Yacht Race Sailing Solo)
Just before I left Kochi, I was invited to be guest crew on Dawn, a Beneteau 35. for a Kochi Yacht Club Race. Also, a highlight of the day was to have lunch in the Port from which John Manjiro set off on his fateful fishing trip. His life affected the ...
Spreader lights installation – SwT 57 Finally I can see the light
Thank you for watching and hope you enjoy this video! Finally done with spreader lights installation! In this video, I'm turning on the power on the spreader lights. This is the end of refitting and upgrades here at Martinique and I'm preparing to set sail...
Cruising Shikoku: where sea and soul meet (solo sailing)
Join me as I revisit Temple #23 after 21 years and then cruise the coastline to the SE most tip of Shikoku following the pilgrims way. Shikoku is the smallest of Japan`s four main islands. Standing like a gargantuan breakwater off western Honshu, the i...
How to Forage for Food on a Remote Pacific Atoll WHS E66
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Refitting almost done – SwT 56 DIY projects PARTY and PROGRESS
Refitting is almost done and I even had time for a DIY project and PARTY with my friends at Caraibe Marine. In this episode, I'm showing you how I made my new switch panel for the big spreader light project. Caraibe Marine invited me to their private party...