6 Men Approached Us at Sea

[@SailingNahoa]

Do you trust random fishing boats in the middle of nowhere? On the one hand you have a beautiful interaction with fellow humans on the other side of the world. On the other you're putting yourself at risk. Personally we believe 99.99% of our fellow humans are compassionate and altruistic. Especially on the water. What would you do? EXTRA CONTENT at www.patreon.com/nahoa

[@walterdavis4808]

My boat is a 50 motor sailer ketch kinda thing . Hull speed is about 7 to 8 nots max . Running probably isn't going to work in a bad situation . If I was to do a trip Ike you are , I would probably stow a long bow set up for bow fishing and some arrows set up with flares . Nothing gets attention like a fire on board a boat . Great channel. Thanks for taking us along . Happy Easter!

[@starcloudhidden8074]

🕊️🌏💕🌍💕🌎🕊️

[@mmmmslap6200]

That was one of the best videos yet. I agree on your perception of humanity, most people are good. I continue to be impressed by your professionalism and humanity.

[@hannahrosa5485]

I clearly recall the older movie called Dead Calm. The bad guy was blown away by the flare gun. Anyway, barring real guns, I think I'd keep my flare gun handy but be friendly from a distance. And pray too.

[@walterdavis4808]

@@hannahrosa5485 that was the couple sailing around the world and they come across a distressed schooner ? That was a great film !

[@PennWolfsSailingAdventures]

A wise person once said " Greet everyone with a hand of friendship,but with the other be prepared to strike them down if mayhem be their intent".

[@Golfphantom]

"make sure your eyes are filled with rage, if you see the devil, thoust eyes should be as red as the devils doo doo" - Plato (or maybe mike Tyson said that 🤔)

[@Arthurskipper]

As usa 🇺🇸

[@Groundhog-Jam-Band]

He could strike them down with what? Words?

[@PennWolfsSailingAdventures]

@@Groundhog-Jam-Band If it needs explanation you wouldn't understand anyway.

[@nicholascherry5962]

I was wondering the proper way to have feelings in a situation like this or similar situation. You nailed it what that quote.

[@artvelcro]

I believe in humanity as long as I'm the one holding the gun.

[@PowertotheHIGHIQPeople]

Freedom is the right to defends onesself …with whatever means ..one feels most comfy with..there are 2 types of people in this world folks…those with loaded pistols.. and those who dig.. YOU dig!

[@BobbySonnNews]

Amen 🙂‍↕️

[@RōninNinno]

Lmao

[@Johnny2Bags47]

Bullseye 🎯

[@Arthurskipper]

@@PowertotheHIGHIQPeoplefree Palestine 🇵🇸

[@joesnuffy1961]

Former US military. Hard for me to be that trusting with my family. But I would love to see the world like you do. Great admiration, for your bravery. Love your channel. Been watching for 3 + yrs

[@leandrokassa4794]

I am from Brasil, I know the evil in human nature where they know they are free of any punity

[@samhouston5217]

Same, no way I would be without a "way" to protect my family.

[@JohnnyDanger36963]

​@@samhouston5217you need more love In your heart,where's your trust Foo?

[@samhouston5217]

@@JohnnyDanger36963 LOL

[@ginnyeggleston3287]

Bravery or stupidity? Or willful ignorance? Or perhaps woeful naïveté. Trust but verify - that’s what I learned in the military.

[@MistyRaymond]

At the end you said “I think you should subscribe.” You asked so nicely, I did!!! Happy sailing! Looking forward to seeing more of y’all’s adventures!

[@jeanbaardsen2863]

Ed and I lived on a sailboat for 14 years. This happened in 1980. After anchoring at Deep Bay, we spent a day resting up for our 100-mile overnight passage from Antigua, north to the Dutch island of St. Maarten. In the middle of the afternoon, we were startled out of our bunks by loud pounding on our steel hull. We came up on deck to find three men climbing on board. (A definite no-no; you never board another boat without permission.) Considering the grubby appearance of these three middle-aged men, my first thought should have been that they were pirates, and that we were being hijacked - but I never worried about stuff like that. Ed was by the ladder trying to stop the lead man from coming on board, but this man was gently pushing Ed back to the cockpit, while he unwrapped something rolled up in a newspaper. My second thought was that he was going to try to sell us a fish. These men probably hadn't waited for an invitation, because they wouldn't have understood us anyway, as they only spoke Spanish. With Ed still attempting to protest, the first man reached the cockpit table, and unrolled the newspaper to reveal a chart. I said, "They probably just want information on where to anchor in St. John's Harbor." We had had trouble over the location of the anchorage the first time we had taken Tropic Moon into the harbor. Expecting to see a chart of Antigua, I was surprised to see a chart that covered the whole Caribbean Sea. The first man, with many smiles, pointed at the chart, and then pointed toward land. "San Marteen?" We just looked at him, then pointed at the island and said, "Antigua." He frowned, pointed again and said, "San Marteen?" We responded, "No, Antigua!" and pointed to it on the chart. He looked to his two friends, who had also gathered in the cockpit, "Antigua!" They all frowned over the chart. Ed's four years of high school Spanish came in handy when the leader asked him, "Where is San Marteen?" Ed pointed to the northwest and said, "Cien milas" (100 miles). That brought a lot of muttering, and one man with a straw hat nodded in an ‘I told you so’ manner. The three men were from a large, ancient-looking motor yacht named Dona Concepcion, which they’d anchored near us. We gathered, through sign language, pointing at the chart, and hesitant Spanish, that they were traveling from Puerto Rico to Venezuela. They had wanted to make a stop at St. Maarten. They explained they’d been north of Anguilla early that morning. As St. Maarten is south of Anguilla, they had motored for three hours out into the Atlantic, then turned southwest and traveled the rest of the day, till they found themselves at what turned out to be Antigua. The man asked Ed how many miles it was from Anguilla to St. Maarten. They all looked rather pained when Ed said it was only five miles - you could see from one island to the other. They obviously couldn't read the chart, and had no idea of the relative distances between the islands. Ed tried to explain that one degree on the chart equaled 60 miles. They all nodded, but didn't really seem to understand. Then one man uncovered our compass, and asked for the reading to St. Maarten. Ed told him, and he carefully wrote down the number Ed was saying. Then he asked the compass direction from Saba (another island) to St. Maarten, and Ed showed him how to read it off the chart. Again the blank nodding, because he next asked for the reading from St. Maarten to Saba, which, of course, was the opposite number on the compass from the Saba-to-St. Maarten direction. The man tried explaining something to Ed, but Ed couldn't follow his Spanish. The man wrote "Japan" on his paper. I looked at it, and said it looked like Japan. Ed said, yes, but he didn't get the connection. I suggested, "What about that big fleet of Japanese fishing boats in St. Maarten?" Ed tried "fishing boats" in Spanish, and got smiles and nods of agreement. Our visitors sat around in discussion for quite a while, finally getting up to leave. We had told them we were sailing to St. Maarten that night. I said to Ed, it was a wonder they weren't going to try to follow us. Ed said they’d discussed it, but decided they were too tired, as they'd been traveling since the previous day. As the men were shoving off in their dinghy, I waved, making use of my limited Spanish vocabulary, "Adios!" Grinning, they replied, "Manana, San Marteen!" Since they couldn't understand me anyway, I called out, "We'll be there, but I doubt if you will!" Dona Concepcion did show up two days later, and anchored near the Japanese fishing fleet at the entrance of the harbor.

[@chadgilman7392]

I really enjoyed that story thanks for sharing!

[@keithbrandon8540]

That was a very much enjoyed story. Thanks for shareing Jean. You illustrated the scenario so well I could picture it in my mind. All the best Cath.

[@MiQBohlin]

Wow, a bonus novel right here! 👌🏽

[@killyourtelllievision]

Same here! You're a storyteller lariat. That was beautiful to have a positive outcome. Sometimes we learn lessons in life from the most unexpected events such as your story (true story... not made up bs) which I thank you for sharing.

[@coachingRN]

That was a good story. Thank you.

[@Rynorasaurus]

Great to have you guys back! I spend a bit of time in mountains of BC and always carry bear mace with me. It’s cheap, easy to use, sprays a good 15-20 feet, can hook on to your belt and will definitely stop any would be intruder in their tracks! You’ll almost certainly never need to use it but it could provide a little piece of mind. I know all your subscribers would feel a little better knowing you guys are a little safer out there. Thanks guys! You’re an inspiration

[@Diesel4242]

Pissed off pirates! No thanks

[@CheapGP]

Watching the whole interaction of trading with that fishing vessel and tying up the bags to exchange and everything was just incredibly satisfying. I love your content and love your family wishing you all the best stay safe and positive! Sending love and happy wishes from Wisconsin!

[@billlincolnmd9159]

Staying far offshore offers some safety. You can carry Bear Spray and many spear-guns are powerful weapons. Best weapon is to stay wary when vulnerable.

[@theamazingagnostic2819]

why was that satisfying for you

[@timskufca8039]

Several years ago my wife and I were on a sailboat that went from Singapore to Phuket, Thailand, (through the Malaka Straight). This is a notorious pirates area. Since it was illegal to have a gun our captain had molotov-cocktails at the ready all the time. We would also steer miles out of our way if we ever saw a vessel (any vessel) that would cross our path. We got to Phuket and back with no confrontation, but it is a bit unnerving -BUT one of the most memorable times of my life. I live vicariously now through your channel. THANKS!!!

[@SF-ww9xe]

taking the most dangerous route is always fun

[@mattawa2]

To my fellow Canadians, from northern Ontario. Never miss a episode. Sometimes I think your both crazy. Sometimes I fear for all of you. Today you renew my faith in mankind. Thank you. ❤

[@matthewmartin9313]

I love the Canadian connection

[@dopeytripod]

I'm in Northwestern Ontario...a late spring but the weather is finally changing! great to see you on here too :)

[@Kevins-Philippine-Retirement]

Not always so lucky. Be careful as you approach Africa.

[@kylewujcik412]

Hello from Sioux Narrows area!!

[@mclovin4974]

There are people in northern Ontario?

[@paulhellewell9468]

I have read of folks having a working flare gun with lots of flares. If a vessel appears aggressive, a shot across the bow shows that you might light them on fire.

[@wyattfamily8997]

3 or 4 spear guns lined up on deck IN VIEW would also have an effect of making others aware you are not totally unarmed.

[@LisaAnn777]

Or just carry actual firearms lol

[@paulhellewell9468]

@@wyattfamily8997 spearguns are treated as illeagle in some counties. These folks already had to destroy an antique speargun.

[@paulhellewell9468]

I totally agree.because most pirates don't have a top of the line engine or fuel storage. One flare across the bow speaks volumes, just reload right away, just incase you see them reaching down for something aim towards the cabin.

[@richardp1522]

Hi from Calgary. So great to see Nahoa underway again and with crew this time :-). Everyone looks well and happy (most of the time) two adorable children. So unfortunate to see your encounter with all the garbage but just emphasizes the importance for ALL of us to do what we can to reduce our contribution no matter where we call home. Your encounter with the Indian fishing vessel proves out the Nahoa philosophy most people are good and see not a single gun involved just beer fruit and fish. trust in humanity. I've always liked your approach to security while under way, be aware, prepared and have a plan. A proud Canadian/Indian moment on the high seas.well done. Travel safe see you next week.

[@mosq10]

No way I would put my kids at risk like that..

[@Yalfi2]

We’re elsewhere you supposed to put them? on the other side the world with no one?

[@bethmartin3730]

@@Yalfi2the streets we travel put out children in more danger then these kids are in. Your right.

[@thomasroyse2061]

Stay inside your house then with them.

[@seanmclean3028]

I pity your kids then.

[@James-ui4ed]

I agree these people are nuts

[@davidelin89]

So glad to see you back on Nahoa! Please be careful! Lots of love and safe travels! Keep up the hard work and awesome content! By far the best channel on the tube!

[@MOORSFILM]

I have been watching your channel for years now, but this was by far the best piece you have ever done! Congratulation Ashley and Ben for this outstanding video, LOVE - PEACE and keep on sailing!!!

[@oklawc7699]

Your attitude is encouraging and inspiring. I hope you always have positive experiences and interactions on your travels. Be safe! Your audience adores you four.

[@peterthermocline]

Run a long safety rope off the stern in case you get swept away next time. I had that same experience on a yacht before and had to cut a fish trap rope wrapped around the prop.

[@theeclecticnest5343]

You guys are an inspiration. I've been to the bush in Africa and absolutely exposed and always felt safe and respected. Only in the inner parts of mega cities have I ever felt like I was in danger. I admire your ethics and philosophy towards humanity. But glad you are safe and making good progress!

[@mikew3194]

Same. I've been to very poor rural places in Brasil the locals said was dangerous. Those people gave me no trouble at all. The inner city of Sao Paulo was where I got mugged for the first time.

[@christopherberthelet3977]

Speargun, bow and arrows, ball bats, machete, as tools and weapons. Mainly a backup/emergency high-speed motor for medium bursts of speed. Speed is your best defense. 100hp mercury would be nice but it's heavy especially with the special fule necessary.

[@douglas724]

With all of the horrific sights and news coming out of Ukraine it was nice to see a story on people coming together in a nice way despite differences in language, culture and current purpose on being out on the ocean...thanks for sharing.

[@theamazingagnostic2819]

Sailing has made them more racist. it's easy to tell

[@raymondrighi8437]

You guys are simply amazing! We wanted to say THANK YOU for trusting the goodness of people. We have been watching you since you started and you touch our souls with your willingness to meet people for who they are, and who we all are, humans. We are sending are boy off into the world next year and can't wait to start our sailing adventures. Thank you for being such a great inspiration to get off the beaten path and see the world!!! Thank you, thank you Thank you!!!!

[@axon62]

just total admiration for you both! your babies are very fortunate to have this experience growing up with parents like you. take care and God bless!

[@BeamerTheFox]

shame they wont remember any of it, toddlers of that age wont remember anything till 6 or 7

[@lynnadames9526]

I just started watching your epic adventures today. Your time in Madagascar was so wonderful. It brought back memories of THE MOST incredible time of my life when I was so fortunate to had won a business trip there with Hermes of Paris. Hermes owns property there and that's where they grow so much of the exquisite flowers that they use in their perfumes. I was a fragrance ambassador for them at Neiman Marcus downtown Dallas Texas. It was in 2001 and life changing for me even 22 years ago. I adore your life and your adventure.

[@kaytay9214]

I haven't made it to the end of the video yet but I'm on the edge of my seat after that intro!! Good vibes and prayers for safe travels for your family on your beautiful journey 💙

[@kaytay9214]

@@ccuellar6212 nah clickbait is making a thumbnail that has nothing to do with the video. Or dramatizing a situation for views. This is not clickbait. What, because they didn't get robbed by pirates that makes it clickbait? I don't think so 🤦‍♀️

[@donnieb390]

@@kaytay9214 to be fair , the intro made it look like they were forcefully trying to board their ship while he was yelling at them NO NO NO lol.

[@nffremote]

Ben, when you get in a reflective mood and unload on video, it's compelling. Love your work.

[@garrycollie2135]

Completely agree

[@AbdulAleemShekhani]

You guys SCARED me with that intro. So great to see you guys cruising the oceans again, all the best, can't wait for the next one :D

[@J-Justice666]

In the Navy we called it UNREP. Underway Replenishment. Pretty cool way to trade groceries.

[@Bennyblanco0]

Hide a weapon in the outboard engine of your skiff.

[@doctordevo]

that was one of the most authentic human experiences I think anyone has ever recorded. Just humans being humans defying nature in the middle of nowhere and sharing what they have with each other. This probably happened a lot in history but still so very rare to see. The chances of running into someone else out there has got to be astronomical. That was very cool to get to experience this with you. Makes me want to build a boat. I dont remember who said it but this reminds me of a quote "If you want to build a ship, don’t drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea."

[@Zeeuwland2]

'that was one of the most authentic human experiences I think anyone has ever recorded. Just humans being humans defying nature in the middle of nowhere and sharing what they have with each other.' Sorry, but you make it sound overly dramatic to my opinion. I sailed for a decade professionally and this bartering happened actually quite a lot at sea, especially of course around developing countries. These fishing people etc. dont 'share', it's just business, nothing else.

[@SailingAquarius]

Wow, you guys are so brave! Couple months ago we crossed from Thailand to Maldives then from Maldives to Seychelles and got chased by those fishing IMULA's all the time, until we decided to turn off our AIS. That helped, as we just 2 on the boat and we don't want them close... Safe passage and hope we will meet somewhere soon. Maybe Zanzibar? :)

[@jaymovesaround]

what is AIS

[@godsoffspring4195]

@@jaymovesaround ...... The Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a short-range coastal tracking system currently used on ships. It was developed to provide identification and positioning information to both vessels and shore stations.

[@sebell69]

med size harpoons pistols that you use for "fishing" can also be used as a weapon! (have multiple rods in case you "loose" one while "fishing")

[@rickkwitkoski1976]

Love your honesty. THIS is actual reality TV. Looking forward to more honest videos of your cultural experiences. Trust but verify is a good strategy.

[@911naimplate]

You guys have great content and I look forward to every new video. Thank you so very much for sharing. I'm not going to lie, as a father of four and a sailor for over 50 years, I do worry about you guys especially with such young children. There are many places onboard a large sailing vessel where you could hide firearms for your own protection. I understand the challenges with different cultures and laws but its always better to be safe then sorry. God willing you will never have to bring them out but just knowing that they are onboard would help me sleep easier. Again, the choice is yours. Thanks again, wishing you safe travels with the wind to your backs.

[@Sukhumvit246]

your channel just showed up in my recommendations, what a awesome channel. now im gonna need to go back and watch your other videos

[@darren5472]

Another great video. I must admit that I was worried there for a moment lol. Instead of a bad experience this was a great opportunity to meet other seafarers, I bet you made their day! 😊👍

[@ezekielfranklin7799]

I REALLY like how you do what you do. You are real. There are so many people out there sailing like you are. They couldn't hold my interest for more than one episode. In my opinion you make people feel what you are feeling. You make us want to watch you.

[@denisemccauley4069]

Your openness to strangers is inspiring, thank you!

[@katewhite2465]

Appreciate your drawing attention to our mistreatment of the big blue oceans.

[@dmzabo3914]

Mistreatment is an UNDERSTATEMENT!

[@elmerburley7710]

You have been lucky so far , I hope you guys are never put in a position please never let your guard down, God bless, and stay the course and stay safe. Peace

[@tonyprofera9914]

Praying for your continued safe travels

[@grouchynorwegian8690]

Just came across your channel and was glad I did. The main stream media only reports bad things happening so what were you supposed to think, will I be boarded and robbed by this boat? I am glad you had this experience and did not panic and try to run. Bravo!

[@RoamingRupps]

Glad things went positive this go around. Fun to be able to trade so far offshore. I’ve heard flares could be used as protection if need be.

[@kevinmerrill8074]

I would not want to get shot by a Flare Gun within 20 feet,not a bad idea if things got weird. Have 10-15 extra flares on hand. Essential Maritime gear.

[@garrycollie2135]

Hi Nahoa! We've been binge watching your channel from the beginning and just got caught up to real time! Sadly, now we're like everyone else and must wait a week between videos. Lol. Trying to keep this short. Wanted you to know how much we appreciate you both. Ashley, your birth video with Bodhi was so beautiful. Thank you for sharing it! I'm a labor and delivery nurse, and I SO wanted to be with you, helping you labor and the drive to the hospital! I think I could have helped you both a lot. 😁 We love how you immerse your family into the cultures, fall in love with them, and the respect you give to the people you meet. You give a better impression of who North Americans are than most. I feel as tho we give the rest of the world a horrible impression of us N Americans. Lastly, we have learned SO much about sailing from you. We've watched other sailing channels, who are great, but you guys teach and we appreciate that! Just really love you and your littles (who are completely adorable, btw). ❤❤💕 From Marilyn (and Garry).

[@gerardwise67]

Great video and yes the garbage is not good... In my sailing I found Indonesia to be the worst. Also in Indonesia on one occasion and I avoided a possible unpleasant incident of allowing a group of men to board near Sumatra by waving them off with a mock 12g shotgun,,, Again going up the Red Sea we were rapidly approached by a skiff with multiple men while we'll off shore off the coast of Eritrea and felt very threatened but they seem to loose interest when they got close and saw we had 5 guys on board and we had spearguns and machetes in hand... another occasion was definitely pleasing as a fishing boat moored next to me and gave me a lovely coral trout this was near Borneo 😀. For the most part being at sea is a safe place where we help each other rather than not. Yes we kept cartons of cigarettes for barter and bribes 😁🙏

[@seanogallchoir3237]

Bribes are illegal, it is placing crews of ships in danger, the logistics chain, ships and crews who work 24/7/365 who kept the modern world going during Co 19. Please do not endanger the lives of Marine Professionals. In the event you do not have a Maritime Academy in your country, the World Maritime University in Sweden, WMU may be able to assist. #HeroesAtSea.

[@RocketScienceIsSimple]

​@@seanogallchoir3237there is the theory and there is the practice. People in their office in Sweden know little to the reality of traveling, or willingly ignore it. Tobacco, alcohol and food have been ways to gain trust and friendship for centuries. No going to change today.

[@dorianmclean6755]

5 months at sea in the pacific. Absolutely so excited about your encounter. First time to see you. Just awesome.

[@playb4work447]

I’ve travelled to 42 countries so far, and I must say I share your optimism in the good in people. It’s important to keep an open mind and be positive, because in the end most people are good.

[@ChrisLee66]

I completely agree with your sentiments regarding most people. What is sad is that I just don't trust most govts and officials that are in control of the "good" people.

[@dbabini1]

Until they're not.

[@joekelleher8645]

in the end all it takes is one person who grew up in a 3rd world with no morals to change that attitude of yours. keep living in la la land though by all means

[@dbabini1]

@@joekelleher8645 I agree, this belief is what got those two Scandinavian young girls horrifically murdered in Morocco. People around the world DO NOT share the same ethics as you.

[@markpangle1502]

Great video! I'm so glad that you guys are sailing again. I have always enjoyed your content, especially the videos where you are actually sailing. Looking forward to more. Take care!

[@stephens340]

Are you allowed a crossbow if not a crossbow a longbow or compound bow that can be set up for fishing but also used for very effective protection in an emergency

[@walterdavis4808]

I was thinking the same thing . There are some very devastating projectiles a simple long bow can throw .

[@MostIntelligentMan]

jesus u guys r nuts, u think one guy gonna defend against any piracy attempt? this not holywood, there is nothing he could do, but surprise surprise open ocean is safest place u can ever be when it comes to crime, criminals not gonna go in middle ocean hoping for some score lol, if piracy would happen it would be near coast

[@RocketScienceIsSimple]

​@@walterdavis4808The skills necessary to be profficient with a long bow are not easily nor rapidly acquired. A speargun will do the trick as well as improvised.molotov cocktails.

[@walterdavis4808]

@@RocketScienceIsSimple i true. I was thinking of reload time over ease of use regardless a gun beats any kind of bow most of the time

[@walterdavis4808]

@@RocketScienceIsSimple I like the molitov cocktail idea

[@lyndabell7402]

Say hi to these nice guys...nervous laugh from dad, grateful that they didn't plunder his boat and family. So-far-so-good

[@deandobbs2727]

Your amazing! I would freak out, and yes, think I’d carry a couple cartons of smokes on board! Be safe you guys!

[@maggierayner9408]

I agree about stocking up on cigarettes to trade with.

[@congsan3528]

Love to see you back on the water. Great video as always.

[@michaelraby7043]

Cigarettes are a mainstay of trade in that region you should carry a carton or two just for that. Make one of them menthol. Even the big cargo ships carry cartons of cigarettes for trade. I think you handled that encounter very well.

[@seanogallchoir3237]

The big cargo ships are most likely flags of convenience and are not regulated. Bribes are illegal.

[@Glowbug18]

Love watching your family adventures! Thank you.

[@ThatSandersboy]

"Better to have a gun and not need it than to need it and not have it" .. personally, if my wife and kids were aboard, I'd have at least 1. The husband, fathers job is 1st and foremost the protector. I understand that some countries governments don't trust the citizenry and firearms aren't allowed, when visiting those places, just avoid waving your rifle around on deck and you'll be fine. I also would hope that you would be sharp enough to not mention that you're armed on you tube ;) I dig your channel and wish you and your family all the best!

[@andrewjames7616]

Thankyou and good luck for the future 👍

[@PeterMakholm]

Click bait.

[@cooperowen-e5l]

I don’t blame you dog

[@Vampirevinny123]

How?

[@robertgreen9150]

14:48 SO love you guys! Very brave these days! I've only sailed a few, Hunter, Morgan, Erickson, and a 61' Schooner, all was around the Caribbean! So great fun! Big ships in the Shipping Lines was scary, especially at night! Doing the world passed through my fingers in the 90s!❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@telluride4017]

TRUST NO ONE!!!! EVER!! EXCEPT FAMILY AND FRIENDS

[@roadkillavenger1325]

Really? More often than not, it's family and friends who do the worst damage. Some of ya'll never learn.

[@Captain_Clark_CDoryAdventures]

​@@roadkillavenger1325so basically you are saying trust no one at all..... Got it. 👍

[@atatterson6992]

You're wrong about the "friends" part, and if it involves money I'd be cautious about the "family" part as well.

[@roadkillavenger1325]

@@atatterson6992 I am not wrong. You obviously live a sheltered life.

[@atatterson6992]

@@roadkillavenger1325 i meant my comment for the op, my bad

[@paulcoonce2493]

great show; thank you for allowing us to come along!

[@jonathonhunt935]

I admire your courage and humility to travel the world with good intent and a positive open outlook. Too many of us have become anxious when outside our immediate cultural orbit and some travelling might well dispel many of our phobias. You built the tension nicely with a deep water swim where the fish are all Big, your night time soliloquies on vulnerability, isolation, guns and collateral damage, and then what might have been a preview of stopping Them from boarding the boat. At last the Threatening Pirates arrive to trade their fish for some smokes and a good hearted exchange is enjoyed. Nicely done❤

[@kick_then_shift]

It'd random interactions like this that restores my faith in humanity.

[@user-xz9hu4rd2v]

Other similar random interactions have resulted in the family dead and the boat on fire, so no, I don't trust anyone.

[@rhonak7548]

So happy to have found your channel. I will definitely be following your journey. I live in Gordons Bay, South Africa 🇿🇦 and you will be passing this way. Wishing you safe travels and take care 🙏

[@matthewpowell9403]

Yeah, I can't say I find it responsible, exposing kids that small to the risks of sailing.

[@andrejabajt5237]

I am worried for your safety, maybe to team up with some other boats for crossing? I have feeling that the waters can become more and more dangerous... best of luck and take care of yourselves, you are such a beautiful family...

[@j_rainsgoat3929]

Teaming up is one thing but on large crossing they usually get separated one boat maybe faster or runs a different route.

[@170maa]

Stay safe for sure! There is way too much cuteness factor with those two kids!

[@daffyduck9901]

I would never go on a long voyage without guns.

[@RubyundLoki]

I really love your channel ! ❤I‘m binging it right now , more more more . Until I can sail for myself !

[@Kelly-bx3jc]

really ! you have your wife and two children on board . and no gun . ?????????????

[@GarethTimmins-h7f]

I was just thinking same…I’m from the uk and would definitely have a gun out there

[@curiouscath7629]

Popped up randomly and I totally enjoyed this very much.. Best wishes from me in Nth Qld Australia ✌️

[@bufordt.justice1539]

“You have to trust that people are good…” That’s the same philosophy that two girls hiking in the middle east together had….before the locals found them and beheaded them. (They filmed it too and put it on KZbin!!) Your boat is your home. Like your home, it should be well armed with very carefully thought out and planned defense system or systems. Be able to protect your family. Be friendly until you can’t.

[@glenncaraballoso1470]

I also love traveling, but if I can't take my little friend. I won't go there. That's why I only travel by car.

[@wishihadanickel]

sorry, I think travelling in some of these waters IS putting your family at risk....I would not do it

[@JasonBarker_YT]

Risk is showing your children just one way of life. Risk is showing children there is no risk in the world.

[@letstrythisagain5096]

@@JasonBarker_YT stupid 😂😂😂

[@glennrobinson7193]

​@@JasonBarker_YTRubbish

[@RocketScienceIsSimple]

​@glennrobinson7193 No he has a point. Security, comfort and conformity have destroyed peoples courage and thirst for adventure.

[@wishihadanickel]

@@RocketScienceIsSimple yeah, ok...I get it...but putting children in the equation -- if it were me and something happened to my child -- life would never be the same...and if that is fear ruling my decisions, so be it.

[@anthonymiller8989]

Susan & Tony here, You are freaking us out.We are so worried about you two. Really fun video to watch.We have fallowed for many years. God Bless.

[@montdewallydehonk.395]

ARE YOU REAL? WHERE THE F K IS YOUR COMMON SENSE? BABIES WIFE 100S OF MILES AWAY? JEEZ MAN.😢

[@jeffreyschmandt7492]

I have watched your channel off and on for long time you guys are great people I wish you fair winds

[@glasslinger]

Being naive is fine until shit hits the fan! Breeding on a boat? OH MY!

[@graemebeaton]

What happens if the kids or adults get sick 🤷‍♂️

[@obiwanfisher537]

I travelled a lot, but on land. And I know that mistrust, especially in poorer countries, is absolutely a lifesaver. I rather be an alive asshole than a dead, robbed or worse nice person. I play with the idea of travelling the world in a boat in the future, for now I just wanna do a bit of the UK, and the meds, and then I see. Not a gun person, in fact I am german and we don't do guns at all unless you're a cop, soldier or hunter, but if I would be allowed to I would absolutely bring a gun with me. On high seas, hundreds of miles away from the next cop or next person to help you I need to be able to defend myself against other people. The same way, when you go into the deep african bush and bring a gun - tribes attack you, animals attack you. You can't really go anywhere without one. And your guide will always carry one. Sure, you probably and hopefully never will have to, but it would absolutely be a good idea. But as you mentioned; It is illegal in many places, and it is not feasible to risk punishment over it. You do can give up your gun until you leave the country, but then what is it good for? The problem with machetes, knives, harpoons etc is; They're dangerous to use because you are easy to be disarmed when they have guns, and pirates normally have guns, you're also pretty useless with them until they are very, very close to you, and you know the saying; Never bring a knife to a gun fight. Besides allowing guns will also mean that some nutjobs will be able to legally carry them also.

[@remyt1614]

I love your channel 🍺!! I hope one of these day my wife and I can sail across the world like you guys. Thank you for sharing.

[@markfitzsimmons-k6k]

Where's the pirates

[@RyClique]

Facts. Pure click bait

[@spuddog68]

Just love what you are doing. Much love and respect from the uk.

[@kaytay9214]

Forget the gun, CIGARETTES are the answer! 🤣🤣 add that to the list of statements I never in my life thought I'd say 😅😂

[@cougsjohnson1]

I would build a secret compartment & store firearms that would be almost impossible to detect, while in port. Then only use in Dire Emergencies. Unfortunately, there are a ton of pirates in between The Philippines & The Indian Ocean. You have to protect your Family.

[@kylebement6332]

Whoever puts their kids life in danger because they aren’t a gun person is kind of astounding

[@TheAgentAssassin]

Those who live by the sword die by the sword.

[@CraigMcG-h5f]

@@TheAgentAssassinstupid

[@Gizmos_and_stuff]

did you not hear him say how guns are very very illegal in many countries? also starting a gunfight with nowhere to go isn't exactly the best idea

[@Mmmmnotgood]

Clueless about sailing in foreign waters.

[@RocketScienceIsSimple]

Get out of Texas once in your life and try to pass customs with an AR. You can get boarded by customs anywhere in the world and some places consider owning an illegal gun a crime worth the death penalty. Also, shooting while on a boat isn't the same as shooting on land. It requires an extensive skillset and is usually not a good idea. If you are going to get boarded and know it, you can use molotov cocktails, and do everything you can to stop it from happening. If it is going to happen, you better go inside your cabin and use your speargun and a Blunt weapon at close quarters. It will give you more chances of survival than shooting on a fiber glass boat in the middle of the océan. Lastly, you can simply take you dinghy and leave your boat and you will most likely survive the encounter. That should actually be your first response if you know men with guns are going to successfully board your boat.

[@peterjohnson6671]

Fantastic video, love you guys, thank you.

[@ManifestNMotivate369]

No gun because of law is the most ignorant thing I've heard. Its called a hiding spot and also don't speak that you have one. If your not willing to protect your family at all costs, that's point of having a family? Hands or knife just isn't enough in my opinion. Makes no sense to me. This why true crime shows keep having content is because ignorance like this.

[@RachelConstable]

Umm but the kids will see it and it might lead to them suffering from mental health and maybe death. If he dies

[@DeezShortzz]

Get a load of this guy! Calling someone ignorant for not breaking the law😂😂 then thinking you can hide a gun better than most coast guards can search is beyond ignorance

[@RyClique]

💯

[@AsTheWheelsTurn]

I loved that boat they were on, I know nothing about boats but it seemed like a very old vessel that was kept in good order, the captain clearly had master level control of it as well, I liked how he kept it where it needed to be with little short bursts of the throttle. Probably not all the impressive to people who know more about this stuff but to me that was a really neat experience . it would be cool to hear their story, I bet they have been thru some crazy stuff on that little vessel.

[@rickhughett6713]

You risk a lot

[@parrishfloyd5684]

That’s so scary. Even more so now with the babies on board too. I understand your thoughts about guns. Please stay safe. Thanks for sharing your fears and joys with us.

[@mr.dronez8315]

That interaction was so heartwarming. Like you said, you have to trust in humanity. Great episode

[@kristaready8812]

Always amazed at how wonderful people are and you show it so beautifully on your chanel! Love you guys 🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@carlosgarza6898]

Awsome the babies are growing fast so adorable! Great boarder out come kool content. 🙏❤️🤘😎

[@pauldaniels7543]

As Lovely as you guys clearly are , i think it a little naive to " trust " that people are all humane. Either many flares to fire or a gun thats easily hidden in port , but thats me. May you have a fabulous fabulous trip. Safe journey 😊

[@rosskelly8268]

Well that was weird. It's pretty much a hold up. You can do your own fishing. They should know how intimidating the situation is.

[@AilsaJane-j5o]

Well done that’s a brilliant video I will most definitely subscribe. Love from Scotland

[@AilsaJane-j5o]

Not on the laptop lol

[@kerririvero5605]

Bless you guys not many people on the planet can explore the open seas. No way I could do that with small children on board. There’s good people out there & there’s bad.

[@carolmccorry3053]

Generally speaking, the fishing boats already know who you are, they can be helpful and friendly but approach them the wrong way and every boat out there will know all about it. They spend months out there and the loneliness is very monotonous, so a smile and friendly wave will stand you in good stead. As you k ow they love the little children. You guys will rock it out there as you have treated them with respect across all your travels. Love the vlog it's bloody awesome 👌

[@ADI121195]

I believe there’s a lot of good people out there but there’s also a lot of bad you can never be too careful and personally i would never take young children on this sort of expedition especially knowing there’s a lot of pirates etc around

[@markwitter1485]

1st time watching. You are so right. The bad people on the water are sooo few and far between!! Safe travels!!

[@WeSixKings]

Never seen an "UNREP" like that before. And you handled it well. All the Best!