Watch Sailing & Boating Adventures Around the World tagged “Voyage”

Sailing from Hawaii to Alaska – Running for Shelter

the weather forecast for the days following our departure from Honolulu changed from mild to wild in a matter of a few hours with a front moving in from the East with gale force winds pushing big seas. Caught in the channel between Kauai and Oahu we ran f...

Sep 15, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:50

29 A Day in the Life- Welcoming Our New “Crew”

www.velocir.com So, we've had our hands full the last couple of weeks with our newest addition! This has been in the works for many months now, and it was finally decided that the Captains needed their "Crew." Crew is a Miniature Australian Shepherd. H...

Sep 11, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:20

Cruising Alaska – Petersburg

We are settling in for the winter in Petersburg, Alaska's North Harbor where amenities, while primitive, are adequate for our needs. 30amp electric, water, showers, laundry and internet access are all available in this small town of 3000 souls. For more ...

Sep 11, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:12

VELOCIR – An Albin Vega’s Journey from Graveyard to Blue Water Cruising Sailboat

Photos, photos, photos and the whole story!!! A narrated photo slideshow detailing the four year rebuild of the Albin Vega 27 sailboat Velocir. From bare hull to blue water cruiser. www.velocir.com

Aug 20, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:04

North to Alaska: Day 1 (Weather Permitting)

Departing Honolulu we had a favorable weather forecast. Unfortunately, within 12 hours the forecast changed. For more sailing adventures see our other Playlists: "Honolulu: The Beginning" - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYi0ZDWfmQxHVdrSH1cGp7Krw...

Aug 14, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:26

Sailing from Hawaii to Alaska – We Made it!

After 35 days at sea from Nawiliwili, Hawaii to Sitka, Alaska in our Albin Vega 27 "Lealea" we are resting up and doing some minor repairs to the boat. More videos in the days and weeks to come. For more sailing adventures see our other Playlists: "Honol...

Aug 09, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:02:21

A Day in the Life- Sailing Tallship HMS Bounty Part 1

Bounty was built in Lunenberg, Nova Scotia in 1960 for the 1962 Marlon Brando movie Mutiny on the Bounty. A wooden ship- she is 180 feet long overall. The height of the main mast is 115 feet. Bounty has over 18 sails to hoist, furl and many projects to a...

Jun 22, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:51

I’m On A Boat- Running Rigging

Redoing the running rigging on a cruising sailboat involves measuring, measuring and measuring. Then we head over to Bacon Sails and Marine Supplies for a tutorial of the different standard line selections, discussing their uses, breaking strengths and des...

Jun 16, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:24

Cruising Lealea in Hawaii – Moloka’i

One of our favorite total get-away places in Hawaii is Hale o' Lono on the island of Moloka'i. Just 30 nautical miles from Honolulu, albeit upwind, can be an easy sail if you choose the right weather window. Lono Harbor offers quiet solitude most of the ...

Jun 14, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:20

Cruising Lealea in Hawaii – Prepared

Preparations complete. We will take a short shake down cruise in the islands, refuel, restock fresh provisions and depart on our next long voyage to Alaska. For more details and more up-to-date information on voyage planning check out this article on our...

Jun 12, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:45

27 A Day in the Life- Cruising Albin Vega Velocir 5-10-12

Albin Vega Velocir makes 98 miles in 14 hours, completing her leg from Old Point, Comfort, VA to Solomons Island, MD. At the entrance to the Rappohannock River, Amelia spots some major commercial fishing involving huge fishing trawlers, smaller boats with...

May 15, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:28

26 A Day in the Life- Cruising Albin Vega Velocir 5-3-12

Albin Vega Velocir avoids impressive thunderstorms for multiple days while traveling north on the Alligator River of North Carolina. We go through the two locks of the Dismal Swamp Canal, enjoying its beautiful trees and wildlife. This leg was full of br...

May 07, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:01

25 A Day in the Life- Cruising Albin Vega Velocir 4-26-12

Albin Vega Velocir travels through the Carolinas, stopping to anchor in the beautiful Waccamaw River. We use our anchor ball as a trip line and also to show our space to other boats. In the morning, Grant sees men huddled by a tree throw a body over a cl...

Apr 29, 2012
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Play Time: 00:05:18

24 A Day in the Life- Cruising Albin Vega Velocir 4-22-12

Albin Vega Velocir has been getting some water in the bilge from a leaky stuffing box, so we tighten the nuts to compact the packing and all is well! Then, we spend the weekend in Charleston. The Farmer's Market is going on, as well as Race Week in the h...

Apr 24, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:38

Cruising Lealea in Hawaii: Voyage Preparation (Stitching Chicken)

Voyage planning becomes preparation when thought gives way to action as we get closer to departure. For more sailing adventures see our other Playlists: "Honolulu: The Beginning" - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYi0ZDWfmQxHVdrSH1cGp7Krw9kSYcwIE "...

Apr 21, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:07

23 A Day in the Life- Cruising Albin Vega Velocir 4-10-12

Albin Vega Velocir celebrates Easter at Ft. George, FL. Then a surf session at Talbot State Park. The windy northers have made for some great surf!

Apr 17, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:29

Cruising Lealea in Hawaii – “A” List #1

Installing new LED running lights. For more details and more up-to-date information check out our website and blog at http://cruisinglealea.com. For more sailing adventures see our other Playlists: "Honolulu: The Beginning" - https://www.youtube.com/pla...

Apr 10, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:02:56

22 A Day in the Life- Cruising Albin Vega Velocir 4-7-12

Albin Vega Velocir is happy to be back inside the Intracoastal Waterway where she can shine as an agile sailor weaving through her course. We enjoy some sunny and rainy weather, and at one point get offended by another cruiser who is very vocal about not ...

Apr 08, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:23

Cruising Lealea in Hawaii – Voyage Planning Part 3

We are getting closer to our departure date. Chuck talks about the Navigator's role in the voyage planning process. For more details and more up-to-date information on voyage planning check out this article on our website http://cruisinglealea.com/voyagep...

Apr 07, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:00

Cruising Lealea in Hawaii: Deadline?

For more details and more up-to-date information check out our website and blog at http://cruisinglealea.com. For more sailing adventures see our other Playlists: "Honolulu: The Beginning" - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYi0ZDWfmQxHVdrSH1cGp7K...

Apr 04, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:48

21 A Day in the Life- Cruising Albin Vega Velocir 4-1-12

Albin Vega Velocir crosses the Bahama Banks and Gulf Stream on a transit form Morgan's Bluff, Andros Island Bahamas to the USA. After 30 hours underway we decide to head for St. Augustine with our good sailing weather. We have only used 6 gallons of fuel...

Apr 03, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:20

20 A Day in the Life- Cruising Albin Vega Velocir 3-28-12

Albin Vega Velocir visits the batik Androsia factory and Amelia makes two panels of fabric, a special keepsake from their visit. Later, we climb the historic Fresh Creek lighthouse from 1890. During a dinghy ride up Fresh Creek we find a Mangrove Fort wi...

Mar 29, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:27

19 A Day in the Life- Cruising Albin Vega Velocir 3-26-12

Albin Vega Velocir continues along the east coast of Andros Island in the Bahamas. We travel inside the reef and then take an AUTEC channel outside. Just off Green Cay we catch a Mahi Mahi that puts up quite a fight! www.velocir.com

Mar 28, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:33

18 A Day in the Life- Cruising Albin Vega Velocir 3-24-12

Albin Vega Velocir travels 99 miles overnight from Georgetown, Exumas to Green Cay. Our NAVIK does most of the work but we are still exhausted after about 24 hours of 3 hour watches. After some exploration and snorkeling on Green Cay we continue 28 miles...

Mar 28, 2012
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:54

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