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SAILING AGAIN - SwT 186 - WILL I SET A NEW PERSONAL RECORD?
In this episode, I am setting sail again, this time toward Bali Indonesia. This is a 628 nautical miles solo sail nonstop, and it looks like I will arrive in Bali on the exact same date I left Panama 12 months ago. Meaning I can look back at 11705 nautical miles in the last 12 months.
Timor Leste has been such a beautiful experience but it's time to move on. My long-stay visa is waiting for me in Bali, and I also have lots of things to sort out. The weather window this time is just perfect and will give me a very pleasant sail for a change.
I cant wait to explore Bali and to finally get som rest and not having any stress with visa rules and scheduels for a while.
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ABOUT THIS CHANNEL:
I'm a sailor with a UA-cam channel and not a UA-camr. Sailing around the world in a Bavaria 55 Cruiser mostly solo, making videos whenever we have time for it.
Comfortable at sea with 4 decades of sailing experience and hundreds of thousands of miles behind me.
Even though this is season 6 on UA-cam I did not make that many videos in the beginning, and obviously not from my entire sailing life. Before full-time sailing 6 years ago, I sailed several seasons in the Mediterranean, and obviously also in Scandinavia. I had my first sailboat at age 7 and have been sailing and racing ever since. Also, more than 10 years of experience as a captain in Search and Rescue at sea in Norway.
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Відео

A HAPPY SLICE OF EUROPE IN ASIA - SwT 185 - IT IS ALWAYS A SOLUTION
Переглядів 8 тис.14 днів тому
Some of the hardest tasks can sometimes be to stay positive even though how much is thrown at you. I share some thoughts and reflections and even the reality what it sometimes means being on more remote places. East Timor dont have any sail loft and its now way to have my sails repaired here, so Im starting to prepare my sail to Bali. But first I need to have a solution to my computer problems ...
I COULD BE DEPORTED - SwT 184 - MOST FREQUENT MISTAKES DONE TOWARDS SOLO SAILORS
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Border crossings can be a challenge and especially in Asia. Im revealing some of the most frequent mistakes solo sailors are exposed to. Also explaining why delaying a check in is not a good idea, the danger of not having ship documents or crew lists correct and much more. This is among my most frequent asked questions, why not just sleep and do it tomorrow? If you ever visit Timor Leste I can ...
HIT BY A HURRICANE - SwT 183 My most exhausting sail ever!
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Im hit by the wind force of a CAT1 Hurricane out at sea! Sailing 1081 nautical miles solo fighting my way through endless numbers of violent storms and even hurricane force winds in the Banda Sea. This is a true story and not a youtube storm or drama. Its the reality of sailing the Banda Sea during rainy season with the north west monsoons and even cyclones that creates ridiculous weathers. Ama...
LEAVING INDONESIA IN A HURRY - SwT 182 - THE REAL CHALLENGES OF SAILING SOUTH EAST ASIA
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In this episode Im wrapping up things in Tual making ready to sail towards Timor Este. My visa is again expiring and the crazy weather situations here is not good news for me. I have never ever felt so stressed before, being in such remote place and having so much to fix in such limited time. My amazing indonesian friends are helping me cleaning my hull and the Immigration office in Tual are gi...
IS THIS THE BEST KEPT INDONESIAN SECRET? - SwT 181 - Exploring the beauty of Tual
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Im taking you with me to some of the most spectacular places in Tual and sharing my impressions and the positive surprises. I did not expect Tual to be such a secret piece of paradise. Obviously Im here outside the season, still its amazing that there is no one here. I mean having some of the most beautiful beaches I ever walked all alone. Even swimming inside a cave and also this attraction al...
TO GIVE UP IS NOT AN OPTION! - SwT 180 - Turning my cockpit into a sail loft
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Starting with my sail repair and ended up doing it by hand. Meeting new sailors that are from Indonesia, and sharing nice food together while learning more about Indonesia. My new friends had their anchor stolen in Kupang so I lended them my backup rocna anchor. It was quite windy every night and their emergency anchor was basically not doing the job. So I could not watch this and felt it neede...
THIS DESTROYED MY SAILS - SwT 179 - Challenging sailing in Indonesia
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Sailing from Saumlaki towards Tual in Indonesia for renewing my visa has been the most expensive experience in a long time. 60 knots of wind is no joke, and even though BE FREE handle this with elegance my old sails had no chance. This was a real storm and not a youtube storm where you have time to make selfies with a drone and create lots of drama. It is not much drama to make about 60 knots o...
Fisher Panda PROBLEMS? - SwT 178 - HOW TO DESTROY A GOOD BASE ENGINE
Переглядів 8 тис.2 місяці тому
This is how I manage to keep my Fisher Panda running even in remote places. Im sharing my secret tricks, and even revealing the 7 issues responsible for the 4 most common problems with a fisher panda 8000i generator. It’s a significant difference solving problems in a remote place, than being in a marina. Two times in the past I have been told by service tech they needed to replace expensive pa...
HOW IS IT EVEN POSSIBLE TO RUN OUT OF POWER? - SwT 177 Stuck in Saumlaki INDONESIA
Переглядів 17 тис.2 місяці тому
With some humor, I'm sharing the irony of having problems with enough power onboard while trying to finish my episode about why I don't believe in electric or so-called hybrid solutions. All this while waiting not only for better weather but also for the required inspection onboard from the immigration officers in Saumlaki, Indonesia I'm sharing some secret dreams about how I could add more sol...
Rat Infestation on Board after checking in to Indonesia - SwT176 - It feels like I have crash landed
Переглядів 13 тис.3 місяці тому
Witness the intense moments of my crash landing in Indonesia and the unexpected challenges faced by sailors at sea. Facing a nightmare scenario of a rat infestation on board - sharing how to create a rat trap that works using old peanut butter as bait! Will I successfully get my boat of these pesky creatures? One of the most challenging parts for a solo sailor is often the check-in process. Esp...
BEYOND REPAIRABLE? PART 3-3 Journeying 2500 Miles Nonstop in Cyclone Season - SwT 175 -
Переглядів 17 тис.4 місяці тому
Join me on this amazing adventure as I leave Vanuatu and set sail for Indonesia on a 2500 nautical mile nonstop journey. Some say it is crazy some say it's impossible. I say it is doable with modern yacht and technology, knowledge, and a good strategy. In this series of 3 episodes, I am sharing my strategies and how I am executing this challenging sail. Several challenges in sailing such long d...
WHY DID I NOT STOP FOR THIS? PART 2-3 Journeying 2500 Miles Nonstop in Cyclone Season - SwT 173
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Sailing through the Torres Strait with no delays right on time for the outgoing current at the most challenging part. I'm sharing very simplified how I understood the new cyclone predicted in my path was not to be trusted. Join me on this amazing adventure as I leave Vanuatu and set sail for Indonesia on a 2500 nautical mile nonstop journey. Some say it is crazy some say it's impossible. I say ...
AGAINST All ODDS PART 1-3 Journeying 2500 Miles Nonstop in Cyclone Season - SwT 173
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AGAINST All ODDS PART 1-3 Journeying 2500 Miles Nonstop in Cyclone Season - SwT 173
VANUATU, MY LAST PACIFIC ISLAND - SwT 172 - ARE THEY MOVING IN THE RIGHT OR THE WRONG WAY?
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VANUATU, MY LAST PACIFIC ISLAND - SwT 172 - ARE THEY MOVING IN THE RIGHT OR THE WRONG WAY?
NOW WHAT? A BIG CYCLONE IS BLOCKING ME - SwT 171 - SAILING THROUGH SOUTH PACIFIC CYCLONE SEASON
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NOW WHAT? A BIG CYCLONE IS BLOCKING ME - SwT 171 - SAILING THROUGH SOUTH PACIFIC CYCLONE SEASON
Why I don't believe in ELECTRIC or HYBRID for long-distance sailing - SwT 170 - MY HONEST OPINION
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Why I don't believe in ELECTRIC or HYBRID for long-distance sailing - SwT 170 - MY HONEST OPINION
IS IT EVEN POSSIBLE? - SwT 169 - SAILING THROUGH SOUTH PACIFIC CYCLONE SEASON
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IS IT EVEN POSSIBLE? - SwT 169 - SAILING THROUGH SOUTH PACIFIC CYCLONE SEASON
Cyclone Mal Approaching Fiji: Last Minute Decision to Run | SwT 168
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Cyclone Mal Approaching Fiji: Last Minute Decision to Run | SwT 168
SAILING TO BOLLYWOOD - SwT 167 - FIJI IS SO FULL OF SURPRISES
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SAILING TO BOLLYWOOD - SwT 167 - FIJI IS SO FULL OF SURPRISES
HOW I TROUBLESHOOT MY PRESSURE WATER - SwT 166 - FIXING THINGS IN REMOTE PLACES
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HOW I TROUBLESHOOT MY PRESSURE WATER - SwT 166 - FIXING THINGS IN REMOTE PLACES
DON`T TELL ANYONE ABOUT THIS PARADISE - SwT 165 - CHECKING IN TO FIJI IN SAVU SAVU
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DON`T TELL ANYONE ABOUT THIS PARADISE - SwT 165 - CHECKING IN TO FIJI IN SAVU SAVU
SAILING TO FIJI - SwT 164 - From the last island in Polynesia to the first island in Melanesia
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SAILING TO FIJI - SwT 164 - From the last island in Polynesia to the first island in Melanesia
SECRETS OF TONGA REVEALED - SwT 163 - Exploring the fascinating Kingdom of Tonga
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SECRETS OF TONGA REVEALED - SwT 163 - Exploring the fascinating Kingdom of Tonga
HEAVY WEATHER SAILING WITH A STANDARD PRODUCTION YACHT - SwT 162 - HOW I DO IT AND MY STRATEGIES
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HEAVY WEATHER SAILING WITH A STANDARD PRODUCTION YACHT - SwT 162 - HOW I DO IT AND MY STRATEGIES
SAILING THROUGH A VIOLENT STORM - SwT 161 - PART 2 NONSTOP 1500 MILES SOLO SAIL TAHITI - TONGA
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SAILING THROUGH A VIOLENT STORM - SwT 161 - PART 2 NONSTOP 1500 MILES SOLO SAIL TAHITI - TONGA
MODERN NAVIGATION HACKS - SwT 160 - Bonus episode sharing how I use old tools in a new way
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MODERN NAVIGATION HACKS - SwT 160 - Bonus episode sharing how I use old tools in a new way
SAILING SOLO 1500 NAUTICAL MILES NONSTOP PART 1 of 2 - SwT 159 - Revealing more secrets
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SAILING SOLO 1500 NAUTICAL MILES NONSTOP PART 1 of 2 - SwT 159 - Revealing more secrets
BIG CHANGES IN MY FUTURE PLANS - SwT 158 - At least both autopilots are now fixed!
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BIG CHANGES IN MY FUTURE PLANS - SwT 158 - At least both autopilots are now fixed!
LEWMAR STEERING REPAIR - SwT 157 - Preparing BE FREE for the next BIG jump
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LEWMAR STEERING REPAIR - SwT 157 - Preparing BE FREE for the next BIG jump

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @0scartheCat
    @0scartheCat 3 дні тому

    you really challenged yourself here, Well Done to you . .

  • @ericisexploring
    @ericisexploring 4 дні тому

    Very good video. Well thought out and informative. You have a beautiful ship! Fair winds, and following seas my friend!

  • @tylercarder581
    @tylercarder581 5 днів тому

    Terrifying.😬 But at least you have an excuse to buy new sails! 🍻

  • @icysurfer1
    @icysurfer1 5 днів тому

    French Poly is the standard...!

  • @stevesteel6066
    @stevesteel6066 6 днів тому

    What an honest video, sharing the challenges of sailing! Thanks for sharing and not selling cheap Chinese knives!

  • @alexanderross4853
    @alexanderross4853 6 днів тому

    Hugely impressive ,thank you for keeping such a detailed record in those extreme conditions. Sorry about the expense you are facing now in repairs.

  • @rcralphpfister
    @rcralphpfister 8 днів тому

    Hi Thomas, I followed your advise and sailed all the way to Nawi Marina. It is as nice and special as you said but the pool isn't finished yet even one year later 😀. I even followed your track through the labyrinth to the main island's south. I am trying to catch up to you but you are too fast, haha

  • @joec4871
    @joec4871 8 днів тому

    You're showing more charts than sailing. We want to see you sail not charts.

  • @JagLite
    @JagLite 10 днів тому

    Beautiful light wind sailing. Sad that the only sail left is the genny but you are still moving and that's good. New sails and maybe a used spare sail or two? Like spare fuel cans it is nice to have a few spare sails on hand just in case. Light wind in chappy seas is not so nice and peaceful. Next time!

  • @catchbay
    @catchbay 11 днів тому

    You are probably already in Bali and Blackstone Yacht Club? If so, I'll be about two kilometers away for another two days. If I can get out of bed tomorrow, maybe I'll go and see if your boat is there. Cheers from Finland... eh..from Bali

  • @robertgrennan2824
    @robertgrennan2824 12 днів тому

    If you ever need some temp crew, I'd love to give you some of my time, I'm a retired Tugboat captain and your living my dream, I'm even of mostly Norwegian heritage, never been seasick, but I know nothing about sailing other than the navigational aspect. Either way, I'll be watching, I really enjoy your channel !

  • @finnbhansen
    @finnbhansen 12 днів тому

    Hi and Thank You for sharing. Allways in for some Thomas way of sailing🎉. Wich from my point of view seems like a good way. But maybe its just my viking blood as a norwegian speaking. Again thank You.

  • @StemtoSternSailing
    @StemtoSternSailing 12 днів тому

    One of the few reality sailors posting videos. Thank you Thomas. Mvh Jarle

  • @RNVOS
    @RNVOS 13 днів тому

    Another great video Tomas! Keep the adventure alive😎 ❤ from 🇨🇦BC

  • @retepekooc
    @retepekooc 13 днів тому

    Making the best of it Thomas!, As beautiful as it is, I feel for you not having your assy to fly, would have been great there.Looking forward to sharing your stay in Bali, and of course how you work through getting Be Feee back into shape. Thank you

  • @anthonycook1406
    @anthonycook1406 13 днів тому

    Great to see you having calm seas and good winds!

  • @rickpyne
    @rickpyne 13 днів тому

    New set of sails needed asap, make sure you get some Storm sails as well.

  • @donaldholman9070
    @donaldholman9070 13 днів тому

    love your videos. I think you are really enjoying your travels. Fair winds!

  • @patriciawhitehead1976
    @patriciawhitehead1976 13 днів тому

  • @axxis2004
    @axxis2004 13 днів тому

    Hi Thomas ⛵ You're such a crazy sailor - in a positive way! Many thanks for sharing your adventure and your valuable advice. I'm following you 😅 Actually in Le Marin to get my boat ready for the Pacific. Hopefully without the storms you experienced 🙈 Thanks again and enjoy Bali 🙏😊

  • @michigreen8943
    @michigreen8943 13 днів тому

    So cool... thanks for the videos Thomas!

  • @TammyBillings-qt1ve
    @TammyBillings-qt1ve 13 днів тому

    What a beautiful sail with the dolphins.

  • @hedleyjackson5131
    @hedleyjackson5131 13 днів тому

    I’m sure I’ve said it before but no body captures sailing as well as you do great vid

  • @Marcel-J
    @Marcel-J 13 днів тому

    Looking forward to seeing you exploring Bali.

  • @doradosurfcharters
    @doradosurfcharters 13 днів тому

    So many miles but so many epic spots missed 😢 seen 15knots of southern flow current in both channels opposite lombok and some huge whirlpools and stationary waves ..pretty impressive 👍🍻

  • @francismoore4976
    @francismoore4976 13 днів тому

    HI! I hope that you will be able to find a REAL main sail in BALI and not that sub-par overprice sail that you bought in Europe. Have a safe passage to Bali and enjoy what life has to offer you!

  • @timlamarre8680
    @timlamarre8680 13 днів тому

    Glad everything's working out. Do you think you went across the Pacific too quickly? Would you take more time if you were to do it again? Crazy that the rain is actually gritty. Thank you for posting.

  • @marcgatto9675
    @marcgatto9675 13 днів тому

    More than a year since you guys left Panama. Wow. Time flies.

  • @dutchglobetrotter4513
    @dutchglobetrotter4513 13 днів тому

    An other great video. Cheers 🍻

  • @koa818
    @koa818 13 днів тому

    Good Sailor

  • @koa818
    @koa818 13 днів тому

    Beautiful country BRI 🇹🇱👍

  • @buza1300
    @buza1300 13 днів тому

    🇸🇯😎💙👍

  • @michaelmcnair1880
    @michaelmcnair1880 13 днів тому

    thank you

  • @joecruiser
    @joecruiser 13 днів тому

    Thank you Thomas for sharing. Breathtaking! I'm green. .. with envy. 😂 And respect. Enjoy!!

  • @benjones8304
    @benjones8304 13 днів тому

    Best to you. Thanks for the pleasure you give us.

  • @nooneanybodyknows7912
    @nooneanybodyknows7912 13 днів тому

    11,705 nautical miles in 12 months, you should have sailmakers chomping at the bit to furnish you sails! I challenge sailmakers around the world to step up. Doyle, Precision, North, Rolly Taskers, Quantum, UK Halsey, Mack, Hood, and many more I didn't mention including the many independent sailmakers around the world get your name out there on the sea with a sailor not a UA-cam primadonna in dental floss swimwear. Thomas, a true sailor, deserves your sponsorship and/or price break. Thomas, enjoy your well-deserved Bali reprieve with friends. Thanks for sharing.💨 ⛵️

    • @nick.caffrey
      @nick.caffrey 13 днів тому

      Hear, hear! Couldn't agree more! BTW, I've just twigged why Thomas rejigged his theme music for the previous leg! But then, I'm a bit slow!

  • @mememe5231
    @mememe5231 13 днів тому

    Good for you!

  • @Vikingo565656
    @Vikingo565656 14 днів тому

    Hello Thomas, enjoy your trip, have a safe sail, regards from Ecuador

  • @janchristensen5692
    @janchristensen5692 14 днів тому

    😮Jan

  • @EnigmaticRealms1
    @EnigmaticRealms1 14 днів тому

    I look forward to your videos every week. Thank you

  • @jobertvangool9961
    @jobertvangool9961 14 днів тому

    Hi Thomas, so happy you found the correct hub, now we can enjoy your content again! Thanks!

  • @gumleaf9524
    @gumleaf9524 14 днів тому

    Minke whale ? “Minkehval” Norwegian

  • @calvingarrett3245
    @calvingarrett3245 14 днів тому

    Hello Thomas you're so blessed to enjoy all the beautiful places stay safe always God bless you I always enjoy your videos❤

  • @CBa-ln6yx
    @CBa-ln6yx 14 днів тому

    The best sailor with a youtube channel 👍🍺

  • @SYAtlas
    @SYAtlas 14 днів тому

    6:46 What a chilled sunset sail. You have deserved it so much 🙏

  • @MiQBohlin
    @MiQBohlin 14 днів тому

    Patience is probably the key? Hope you’re doing good 🙏🏼

  • @MichaelWilliams-in3iz
    @MichaelWilliams-in3iz 15 днів тому

    Thomas do you happen to know Roger from sailing mermaid,I think he is from Norway ,just curious because he had a channel and just stopped posting a few years ago

  • @MikeSantis
    @MikeSantis 16 днів тому

    Unfortunately together with development expansion at small countries follow also negative things. Mcdonalds and Burger Kings for example. Thank you for the video Thomas. You show also the other side of the coin of the sailing life dream

  • @LondonCarnaval
    @LondonCarnaval 16 днів тому

    Ham🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮💩💩💩💩🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮