10ft Seas, Blown Spinnakers and Flying Fish!

[@bowdezaufa2609]

A full hour aboard the pickle!!! Thank you Sam!

[@dismaldunc]

i was SO giddy when I saw we had an hour of sailing goodness! YAY!

[@DARTHDANSAN]

Me too ! About to watch it

[@chrisreichart8865]

This is arguably the best sailing video on KZbin.

[@dboboc]

Arguably is right.

[@datamack]

Where is the spearfishing and bikini girls?

[@WeBeGood06]

The 360 cam does a great job of showing the motion of the boat.

[@JohnCornellier]

No argument from me.

[@scottwachowski6913]

Most tubers are all about the hottie with a body (not that Sam doesn’t have one of those, but it is not the draw). I love the reality of self rescue, and DIY repair of an imperfect vessel. That is the reality, most of us face. Very real, cuz boats are like RV’s … stuff breaks all the time. Also dig how the failures are presented in the same light as the successes. More keyboards!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@27Riverdale]

The most authentic sailing content on KZbin

[@geraldhowse8597]

I don't know how many yrs you have been one of my favorite sailing channels. You are so real man. You are living my dream. I know all about broken bolts , pulleys, radios, and everything in-between..I'm 73 years old and still want to get back out sailing. Maybe just island hopping,,,that would make my day again.

[@DanWolfe-n4v]

I have always only been a day sailor in my life and owning 2 sailboats. Now I am an old man but so impressed with your sailing skills Sam. You are living the life young man. Thank you for these amazing videos.

[@noasailing27feet]

I agree ! I am also old , i have had over 45 boats in my life " both motor and sailboats but ( just 2 wifes). A few years ago i downzised to a 27 feet double ender, love her. I sailed on her more than 6 months this year. Will continue next year. I am getting 73 this month, and hope to sail many more years and i cannot live without a sail boat !

[@thealleys]

​@noasailing27feet im middle aged and have fooled around with different boats. But my goal is to learn to sail. Hopefully i can run into experienced guys like you someday. Maybe trade out some work for lessons.

[@wahid-lg1kk]

I have owned three boats and never managed to go anywhere. I am old now, and definitely going anyway. As soon as I get another boat.

[@patrickjames1080]

What waters do you sail ? ​@@noasailing27feet

[@SailingSarah]

​@@noasailing27feet not sure which is more daring, sailing the open ocean on a small raft with a stick to paddle with or having a wife. 😢

[@galleryhad7747]

Fantastic sail. Well documented.

[@samholmessailing]

Many thanks!

[@robwilton9539]

WOW! Sam! A masterpiece. Probably your best video ever. SAILING VIDEO!

[@WildlingSailing]

an hour flew by watching this! you have very large balls and its super inspiring.

[@samholmessailing]

Thanks man. Love what you’re doing on that catamaran. Sorry I missed you in the Netherlands. Maybe we’ll cross paths in a harbor one day.

[@peteminers236]

Im glad I missed that episode!

[@MrSychnant]

Another adventure acomplished on a real "sailing" channel.. Well done Sam. 🙂

[@samholmessailing]

Many thanks!

[@danutcrackerstream5799]

I fell in love with sailing because of Sam Holmes.

[@DARTHDANSAN]

Word

[@RonPike]

Wow! That ending was just fantastic! The music! The short video cuts/edits, just made me feel I was there. With the poverty and confusion, and hope. Please interview some Senegalese people. I bet you would do great.

[@holisticaustralia]

I love your calm temperament, even fixing your rigging at sea didn't seem to bother you.. cheers 🍺 mate, thanks for the entertainment and some good content at sea 🌊 👍

[@spelunkerd]

It's eye opening to see that even a seasoned blue water traveler like yourself needs occasional help with scopolamine for sea sickness. I seem to do OK until I go downstairs to pack a spin. This is the best sailing channel on KZbin.

[@teresagrifffin7132]

Love his raw posts no glitzy sailing modern bits and bobs proper sailing warts and all

[@lordhamercy9098]

The intrepid Sam Holmes! My favorite KZbin channel!

[@johnshealy326]

Thanks again Sam. Loved the music as you walked amongst the population in Dakar.

[@papataffy]

Thank you, I obviously needed to watch a content like this today. 🙏

[@benparker2522]

haha, I'm not even american and that's why I clicked on it. (do live somewhere sharing a border with russia though, and sailing away from civilization seems pretty appealing right now)

[@papataffy]

@@benparker2522 I lived almost half of my life under Russian occupation and one way to survive, was to go outdoors - climbing, hiking, boating on rivers. It seems we may need to reinvent the whole thing again.

[@Nixontheman]

@@papataffy you should be celebrating the beginning of prosperity.

[@timtrinkaus7072]

Great work Sam be safe out there! You are the real deal sailor and great to see you out there enjoying what you love. Thanks for sharing and be safe!

[@hanumanvaya]

This video, like his Venice one, gave me a healthy dose of anxiety. I couldn't help contemplate subjects of self-doubt and how beneficial it is as a motivator. Sam amazes me with what is seemingly an ease of confidence. Of course, that is one that is earned with experience and the knowledge that comes with it. Or maybe he's crapping his pants while cooking chicken in such seas. I hope to feel that one day. Sailing is one of those pursuits that is analogous of everything in life. Thanks for the great video, Sam.

[@timj_uk1460]

Wow, best passage vid I think I've ever seen, loving it, look forward to the next, smashing it!

[@samholmessailing]

Wow, thanks!

[@funiguy8779]

Epic Sam...really showed the rawness of ocean sailing and the small issues that can turn into big issues if not fixed at sea. So interesting!! ⛵

[@ts7901]

Man I love watching these videos. Makes me love sailing from a distance. You spend 3/4 of the year fixing broke shit and the other 1/4 sailing.

[@Mars_Life_and_Beings]

More courage than I can even express. Wow.

[@jeanbryant4180]

Man! You can do anything Sam! Thank you for sharing your brave adventures. Happy sails!

[@karaDee2363]

Great job Sam!... I'm always in awe of your relaxed and calm attitude during all situations, including your rigorous routines of maintenance and super neat organization which keeps your boat reliable and in and Tip Top condition.. Well now that you're anchored, you can kick back and relax for a while.. stay safe❤

[@fretsalive]

One of my favorite videos you have done. Must have been a lot of work to edit. I really enjoy that you're in a small boat traveling the world by sea and then sharing your destinations with us on land. Wonderful geography lesson. Also, you actually sail and don't spend all your time cleaning, repairing and making your boat perfect in a slip somewhere. You are not afraid to raise the sails and and hit the sea.

[@samholmessailing]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes this was a tough one to put together. 305 videos clips and 2.5hrs of footage to trim down.

[@Ja50nkAt]

I commend sailors like Sam that get out there and get after it, not just sit at anchorage for weeks or months but actually sail. I could never, not on a small boat, I like solid ground and solid sleep.

[@guyerj]

It always happens at 3AM ..... always take a Spinnaker down at sunset! Poled out genny always a better option for long passages. Good luck Sam.

[@littlebustersoysters9229]

Classic Sam, "Whatever, Its cool now. Everything was OK."

[@tomkearns7136]

Sam you are one great adventurer and sailor. You must have some salt running through your veins at this stage! Enjoy and God protect you and your partner.

[@skalatuc27]

It is "ICE" his body temperature and threshold of pain and stress is different than everyone else. The adrenalin rush is geared to thrills, that is why he is always smiling. Smooth voyages are not what he likes!

[@samholmessailing]

Thanks, you too!

[@davidebrinson]

Love the b roll. Love these longer videos. Keep them coming. Wish I was there.

[@alexzarvis6949]

Amazing as usual Sam. Epic sail! The African footage was incredible as well. Thank you!

[@samholmessailing]

My pleasure!

[@maddog0870]

Love your ever present positive and can do attitude. Your long sail video put me in my happy place, thanks.

[@sdcofer52]

Sam, this was a really great video. St Elmo must be watching out for you. It is truly amazing that you manage to survive. Some of those following seas were pretty tall. I'm sure that was a wet cockpit a lot of the time. Again, an excellent video that captured the essence of single handing a small boat. Nice job!!!

[@davidford4200]

Thanks for taking us along on your mesmerising journey.

[@umpquajohn]

Great to see you back in your true element Sam. Back to real sailing and no in Dakar-your type of adventure. Your channel is the best-you are real. Hope you spend some time in Dakar.

[@dianne.murielrobidoux9008]

You have a special gift to have the ability to capture us on a one hour + video. 😂❤ where do the others go so wrong? 😂

[@MarkRyanAB]

Thanks for the extended video!

[@samholmessailing]

You bet!

[@Hondro53]

What an amazing offshore trip! Your ability to chill out no matter what happens is outstanding Sam. Thanks for the extended video, I loved it!

[@Chrisblottphoto]

Classic SHS, love a feature lengh film, great work Sam.

[@RobertIvers]

Wow - that was a challenging passage! You made it look easy. Well... sorta.

[@paulbyrne2035]

Well sailed Sam. I don’t think I would be smiling as much as you during that passage. Respect!

[@vokeswaagin]

I love these longer ones! Great sail sir!

[@kenaf4157]

It's always a good time to be sailing...and being anywhere outside the U.S. !

[@OutlawedSpank]

Hey bro, keep posting long sailing videos, we love them

[@samholmessailing]

More to come!

[@SharonFoulston]

Great video in a most beautiful part of the world. The best sailing……heat and the Atlantic rollers. Well done for handling the stressful situation with the mainsail, i could so totally relate to you at that point. Ingenious and daring. Congrats 🎉 on a safe passage.

[@jasoneyes01]

Looking healthy, organized and happy Sam. Enjoy. Beautiful.

[@charliemcgrain]

I used to have a bosun's chair that I put extra lines on and a couple of hooks so I could hang it in the hatchway. The ropes allowed it to swing so my ass didn't get so sore switching angels all the time, (like a sit up hammock) and I made a webbing back so I could sit back and chill. It was actually a really comfortable spot. Hope you don't mind I noticed you over steering. When you're going down wind the boat follows a cork screw rolling pattern. From the cockpit it feels like she is going off course but she ain't. Everyone always tries to correct for that. You don't need to, be patient and watch. Every touch of the rudder is a touch of the breaks. Great video, wonderful adventure, go boy!

[@samholmessailing]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@ralph27ok]

i'm getting flashbacks from doing the same journey 35 yrs ago on a 43ft sloop .gotta love in scary but what a life experience ill never forget it bon voyage sam

[@jamesgordon2289]

I really enjoy these longer sailing videos Sam, thank you for making it

[@obieandlaurie]

Thank you Sam for sharing a slice of Dakar with us….interesting town and coastline. Great video all around. Thanks again, looking forward to the next one. 🤗

[@bobsharp6489]

cool post. WOW that place is something else.

[@samholmessailing]

Indeed

[@abadwillys]

Sailing is so out of my Wheelhouse, so to speak. I went Sailing once in my Life but i enjoy Sailing with you, Sam!

[@rak3151]

DUUUUDE! This was a WICKED SCARY episode, DUDE! DUUUUUUDE! Don’t get yourself into that situation again! And, thank you so much for taping it. Bringing us along with you even or especially in the hard times is much appreciated! It cannot be easy trouble shooting (to put it mildly) and taping at the same time. Thank you for this amazing episode, Sam.

[@JimHolm-rl8xe]

I allways have a good time following you on your long journey. 😊

[@DiamondTreeCompanyFortCollins]

I'm. Soooo stoked to see you rocking the harness...we can't have you bobbing in the ocean with Her Pickledness sailing away..

[@Jim-jh9bd]

Good show showing what us smaller boats owners go through in disturbed seas. These 40 + foot CATS cry when their coffee spills but you are getting bounced around like a cork in a bathtub. Nice to see you find that sweat spot to stand . You don't need to go for a walk after sailing those under 30 foot boats

[@peters8583]

Thank you, Sam😊

[@cherylsibson2529]

Amazing big waves, enjoy it while you can.

[@samholmessailing]

Always!

[@lanerothsailing2293]

GREATEST video I've seen this year. Sam, I love sailing, and you put me right there with you! Thank you, God bless.

[@patrickjames1080]

Yep

[@starringchristopher]

whoa.......senegal. thanks for the glimpse! ....enjoying your films .....cheers !

[@kevinhoffman8214]

great video , I think Joshua Slocum ate flying fish all the time (or so he said :) ) thanks Sam , it was elections in the USA and we needed a break !

[@1BIGFROGGY]

Really enjoyed this long passage and video Sam! Also like the African music towards the end! 🥁

[@samholmessailing]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@GBranton-t1l]

Health stops my adventuring these days, but this is the next best thing. Excellent video and presentation Sam !

[@petep5003]

Crazy sail and then landing in beautiful dakar hahah

[@samholmessailing]

😅

[@Mrpallman1]

So immersive, even made me a little seasick. Loved this episode :D

[@samholmessailing]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@christianbiker3186]

Interesting life aboard ,and the snapshot impression of Dakar..loved it .

[@alkempton1512]

Hands down the best video I’ve watched yet,,keep up the good work

[@StudioBeast7575]

I really enjoyed this video Sam. Thanks for posting it

[@GlassOO7]

60 minutes of smiles, great stuff Sam. Stay safe!!

[@robertgold2643]

I almost needed one of those patches just watching the departure on my couch! 😎

[@robertgold2643]

Best hour I’ve spent in awhile….

[@SoloSailorDave]

Always glad to see new videos. That tells us you made it ok😀

[@samholmessailing]

You bet!

[@williamtownsend3279]

If you can figure out a way to hang your camera from the ceiling when you're rocking and rolling it has a really cool effect. You're staying upright with gravity and so is the camera. But the boat isn't. It makes you look like a weeble wobbling, it's trippy.

[@pieterbaasje]

That was a hell of a trip, as a sailor it's a pleasure to watch the adventure. Happy though that there was not much more wind, it was a bit sketchy once or twice !

[@samholmessailing]

Yeah man. Perfect conditions on this one!

[@kentwalker1496]

I'm really enjoying the extended content!

[@SamBassComedy]

Love your videos Sam! Looks like quite a journey.

[@charlessmith3739]

So glad you sailed to west Africa! God bless you!

[@Troggination]

Hey Sam, when you get a wrap like that, gybe the main! it will often unspin it. Alternatively, hoist with a bit of jib out, because that makes it infinitely harder for the spinnaker to wrap the forestay. Then furl when you get time after the kite fills.

[@samholmessailing]

Thanks for the tip

[@mindebrolis9582]

Sam, how do your elephant-sized balls even fit in those shorts with the harness? Insane night with that spinnaker and everything failing 🤯 fair winds!

[@gregzeszotarski9927]

Excellent video, really enjoyed it.

[@norbertskrzydlewski1253]

Sam ! What a freaking amazing footage you sailing downwind ! I’m so jealous Dude ! Rock On Sailer !!⛵️💨

[@sergh8605]

Such great video thank you

[@samholmessailing]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@andybrands1883]

That was awesome Sam !!!

[@Lifes-Adventures]

Very happy you are using your harness when going on deck!

[@postbustersfencing]

Hmm, if you fall overboard you would be dragged along side the boat upside down due to the low hitch point. You’d have to really rely on youthful strength to get your self back aboard. Might be too difficult before you run out of breath and strength in those tummy muscles. I wonder if you might slip out of the harness in that position. Loving your adventures Sam, hope you don’t mind this minor critique. My new Doutone wings arrived last night.

[@AhoyCaptainslog]

Another epic journey, pure Sam Holmes’! I was like uh oh spi at night but then why not. If it wasn’t for shafe it probably would have been alright. Perhaps the auto pilot taking over the vane is what ripped the sail off… Never thought that a topping lift could jump the spreaders. Nice save though! This video is a master sailing lesson, notably the “better to stove it wet than to have it rip off 😉” The ‘sharness’ idea is also brilliant, let us know how it works out. The raw Dakar segment walk really conveys these back to land and culture shock sensations. Keep on keeping on skipper but please take good care.

[@chulieho]

I have been watching since Hawaii and subscribed .always fun to watch Thanks Sam

[@norwaywithpal]

One word: Epic!

[@birdinthebush]

Thank you Sam, great video. Jolly well done! Look forward to the next one. Best wishes.

[@samholmessailing]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@thusspokezarathustra]

Brilliant video footage describing the trails and tribulations of blue ocean sailing aboard a small yacht. The footage of town life in West Africa as compared to your trips in and around Europe make for a very interesting contrast. Africa is a bit like the sea, its chaotic but somehow works.

[@tj7870]

excellent video, thankyou!

[@samholmessailing]

Glad you liked it!

[@1RURO]

Beautiful adventure and awesome sailing!!

[@hmpesky08]

32:38 left us in suspense with the ominous light situation there lol. Glad it must have been nothing since you posted the video lol

[@chrisc9611]

It looks like you put function over form. Good on ya!

[@pauljones7903]

Sam - sailing tip to save those spinnaker wraps on the hoist.. leave the headsail out until it’s all set and then put away. Good sailing. Great video.

[@samholmessailing]

Great idea

[@CARLSMITH-h8r]

Samtastic ! Keep on smiling. Livin of Flying Fish and rotten veggies old time Sailor man😂

[@FLOYD19638]

Incredible,many thanks..God speed.

[@richardskarie802]

Great video. I really like the long passages.

[@combatflipflopsgriff8343]

Awesome adventure!

[@MikeSantis]

Great long video Sam. And what a cultural shock to see Senegal streets!

[@o_oo_o1812]

ikr compared to philadelphia it looks so clean and safe