A CREWMATE LEAVES THE BOAT - S2:E56

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[@unjohn]

Thanks Bobby and Laura for sharing your adventure.

[@M-Swede]

You are the Captain of the boat. I imagine you are constantly making decisions that relate to safety. Trust your experience and do what you believe is appropriate. By the way, the videos have been great. Interesting and easy to watch. The transitions and narration has been spot on. Best wishes.

[@Sailingdoodles]

Hey thanks so much!

[@mikied8885]

I was going to wait until later in the day so that I could watch with a beer but... morning coffee and Doodles it is. 😊⛵️

[@dlawtonjr]

I can only imagine how hard it is to meet new friends, travel with them, and then watch them leave. None of us are promised tomorrow......so often times it may be the last time we see friends and loved ones. A lot of us get a small dose of this watching your channel.....but i would BET you guys feel the hit in the gut pretty hard.

[@AdventureswithDanTracie]

Thank you for sharing your adventures! I love watching your videos--they all have excellent production value and are a fun experience!

[@Sailingdoodles]

Thank you so much!

[@williamlarkin1503]

I like your way of thinking that's exactly the way I would handle that situation good job

[@discoveringthetruth]

Was just in Bora Bora a month ago! What an AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL place!!!

[@lisabaxter6149]

Bobby you're an ex pilot and you're obviously not stupid .use the harness as a great captain would . don't take shit from anybody brother ! sail on love the videos !

[@daleportorford]

In motorcycling we have an acronym "ATGATT" Which stands for "All the Gear, All the time." Having lived on the ocean for 15 years, I think that's a very good idea when sailing as well. Be safe! ]

[@Hucfinn-zz8dl]

Thanks for the video, Can't hardly wait to see all of the other islands in your adventures !!!

[@danward8720]

Great method of putting up and taking down the kite. No worries about getting a dreaded hour glass.

[@johnadams2313]

Beautiful video! Weird to see the Pacific so smooth like that.

[@johnmitchell2094]

Bobby, both you & Laura are really awesome with all your videos of your travels over the Pacific. I know its a couple of years sine you did it but I just want to wish you both the best for the future, you are definitely well suited.

[@kbliss24]

Wow i can't believe how calm the seas looked, Its the ocean there should always be waves you would think.

[@gregboon]

I do not wear lifejackets or harness during the day. I only wear them at night when I am on watch by myself. Thanks for all the Tahiti and Bora Bora footage. We have a 48' cat we are picking up in Raiatea Aug 9th. Can't wait!!

[@MrCbass1234]

I like that chair she is in, looks comfortable for a long voyage.

[@stevecrombie5357]

Pretty close to a snuggle there Bobby. Can't imagine having 1600 islands to visit if one had the time. So many beautiful places I bet.

[@timsmith4440]

Goto Komodo diving is amazing and island is worth a visit.

[@waltkoelln1033]

Howdy from land-locked Tennessee. Enjoying video adventure, particularly drone & scuba footage. Any chance posting best-of drone/scuba edit w/original music soundtrack? Love many of your tunes. RE: Safety - flew USAF cargo 30yrs w/helmets & parachutes; only "wore" them in combat, but trained yearly. I'm sure crew is overboard drill trained? Sail on!

[@onthebeaches]

Great vid Bobby and nice catch for both of you. I can't wait to sail across the big blue and catch fish from the sea for din-din. When someone asks me what the answer to life is...my answer is one word! BALANCE!!! Balance in all things! As far as should you or should you not wear a life vest and/or use the jack line while under sail...well, there are many thoughts that ramble through my mind. First of all I'm a total safety nut and always have been. So please take that into account. BUT...That doesn't mean I'm not all about fun. I own a hiking club and almost all of our treks are off trail and X-treme. People here will tell you stories about some of the hikes I've put together knowing some of them are extremely intense. BUT, had we not been prepared for the worst, people would have died on my watch. What I'm saying is..as a sailor and captain of a vessel, you should be setting an example for your crew and be very concerned about them as well. Some channels like "Two Afloat Sailing" wear a life vest at all times under sail. Then there are others, no names mentioned, who don't even have life lines. And last but not least, I've seen sailors in the dingy with it wide open at 30 mph with their hands flailing in the air just waiting for the lower unit to hit a fish or log and send him and his passengers flying out of the dingy. It's always funny till someone gets hurt. I've been an avid boater since the age of 17 and am now around 60. When I purchased my last power boat to go from the yacht club to the island a few miles away every weekend, I knew what the rules of boating were and how to handle a boat. But guess what? My girlfriend didn't have a clue So, I lovingly requested she took a boating safety class with me so she knew what to do if something happened to me. In my situation, I feel it's far less likely that I or anyone would fall overboard because we are NEVER on deck under way. So, my thought is this! At the very least...anyone up on deck when under way should have a life vest on and completely secured (not just draping around them) and be strapped into a jack line. Also, a minimum requirement I would suggest is to also have one on and be strapped in while in the cockpit at night alone on a night shift. In the end...you're a big boy! But don't get into a situation where something bad happens in order to make you realize AFTER THE FACT that you should have done something differently. Not only for your own life, but your crew and those you love. It's impossible to be TOO SAFE! In ending...I also realize we can't cover all the basis and there has to be that balance I spoke of in the beginning. So pick and chose carefully while still enjoying life. Luv ya man! PEACE OUT! Ü

[@derekgardiner8466]

Better and better and a bit more sailing this week for a change

[@therevster9828]

Living the Dream Guys wow.

[@niceguy2171]

That was sad seeing Pete off..as he was a good part of the crew..that recycling of the found tire into a swing was great..and something I would do too! Hope he's well, and what a place to fly out of! Finally you guys caught something! Was going to name you the worst fishermen on the seas..but will retract that for now ;) Take that Yellow FIn, coat it in honey, then grill/smoke it for a bit while putting some salt on it..makes a unbelievable meal! Happy Fathers Day everyone.

[@waukeshapilot6462]

"The approach to the airport in Bora Bora........" I caught that!!!

[@Sailingdoodles]

Haha yeah I catch myself using pilot jargon still all the time

[@syedyasirali3743]

once again...the amazing job by SAILING DOODLES (Y).

[@holgerdirxen]

Bin stolz und glücklich bei 10 Episoden sailing doodles dabei gewesen zu sein Danke Bobby, Laura und ganz besonderen Dank an meinen brother from another mother Thad .... Proud and lucky to be a part of the sailing doodles family

[@clintkirk9238]

Who is the older gentleman we occasionally see in the videos but never hear from him or reference to. him?

[@Simon-en6yn]

awesome guys. Wish I had a brought a yacht years ago. you are one lucky dude with the great yacht and lady.

[@ranger6x660]

Good job guy's! Safe sailing!

[@mikemallery913]

Great video - I appreciate your explanations when, how and why you set sails or how you run the engine. Scenery is not bad either!

[@mkolesnik]

dont take risks, bobby - wear the harness at least at night

[@larryoutdoors8437]

Im available between November until April, i have never been on a sailboat, i think that makes me qualified. 😀😉😙😁😂

[@jasonups5386]

Think the Sun has gotten to Laura, like it makes her whacky,LoL

[@Sailingdoodles]

Haha it’s not the sun... she is naturally that way!

[@stinkintoad]

Bobby, myself and 6 others just chartered a 47 footer in the BVI's in May and never did we feel the need for harnesses or life jackets. On a long passage yes I can see it but for island hopping during the day, no need.

[@sailsanjuanbay173]

Reefing helps going sailing straighter and develops better performance. About the harness, you have good sea legs

[@bobswezey7452]

a lifes dream in bora bora....great video we enjoy ......

[@TonyK3130]

Not wearing protection is your right in all aspects of life. Unfortunately, the confirmation of need only happens after the fact when it is too late to say "I should have worn protection."

[@Swizzenator]

Someone pregnant??

[@tedschaller]

Due in October

[@neo-vj4zq]

Who would wear protection with Laura around

[@whiteribbonman1]

Thumbs-Up #1.2K-plus here, Sunday 17 June 2018! Your statement, regarding people advising you, just after setting sale is mine too quite often in life when people feel the need to pick me apart about the given topic. Bob I like your style which is why I never advise or attempt to correct your ways. The blokes can stifle it.

[@Sailingdoodles]

Thank you so much!

[@RedemptionReady]

Bobby, on Safety - I'm right there with ya. When I captain any boat especially my own I look after everyone's safety first. And everyone knows it's bad when I put on my lifevest, and really bad when I jack in. 2 or more I instruct man overboard before we set off. Show them how to put her into the wind and stall it out. Never tell them to start the engine. Just stall the boat and throw the horseshoe. Sailing solo though, I'll drop an 80' drag line and wear the life jacket ANY time I leave the cockpit. No matter how nice the weather is. I had a knock down about 6 years ago and wasn't jacked or wearing a jacket. I had only an arm and most of my leg on the boat. Scared the piss outa me. Breeze came from NOWHERE. Was less than 10kts and I had full canvas out. Then some 40kt+ blast came through. Temp dropped like crazy. Not a cloud in the sky. WAS ODD! Since then....

[@heavenonearthislove4734]

viewing this now............... - well done fisherman. 2 in a row at the same time. Laura is the best no matter what. i love your attitude and save the day vibe. amazing! cheers everyone! :)

[@jvc110u]

Loving the background music. :Your editing skills really getting good, Bobby.

[@Sailingdoodles]

Hey thanks so much! Glad you are enjoying the videos!

[@capnjak69]

LOVE the Delos shirt :)

[@Grant-vk6zo]

My thoughts are you do you and I will do me. You are a grown man and know when you need to be using safety equipment. Middle of the Pacific all alone and cruising between islands in the Bahamas is very different. The equipment needed is also. Best of luck and I hope that the safety equipment is never needed regardless of you using it or not.

[@HopeOfJoe]

I'm with you. Open ocean and on deck doing work, life vest and jack lines. 👍✅

[@taxalterror]

Thanks, I enjoyed the fishing, they looked lovely. YUM.

[@clinthanna8516]

Bobby, I agree with you...when conditions warrant then you use the appropriate safety gear. Day time clear air sailing with crew on deck does not warrant.

[@toddlucas1550]

Hi, I can understand all the concern with life preservers and safety lines. I would not want to wear them all the time myself. Could y'all possibly... on a fair day with the crew, do some training drills that test what happens when someone falls overboard while sailing. How hard would it be to turm the boat around while underway? What forms of communication can be used on board during emergencies?

[@stoneshrink]

You asked for a comment about safety gear. I think the most important safety system is the one on top of your shoulders. I've never seen you take needless risks, which is a long way of saying you're the best judge on whether or not what you're doing is safe. Add to this, you seem to like each other so there it is. Thanks for taking me along your journey.

[@Sailingdoodles]

Hey thanks a lot. You’re right about safety features!

[@jessbailey1429]

The two comments below are dead on accurate. Laura, I hope you find somebody that truly cares about you.

[@JMH1967]

You guys and gal are the best! I would be housing that Tuna!! ✌🏽✌🏽✌🏽

[@jimmarshall5453]

One of the great dips made for fresh raw tuna is dry mustard and soy sauce.

[@jerryforeman4543]

Oops! Thad is back on the boat! How does he do that? There's another guy on the boat. Where did he come from? Mars?

[@Salty_Groot]

Well said captian Bob u should wear life jacket when u feel ya should. When boating in the bayou I never wear one. I have to say Bob you are such a humble guy and sailing with you would be awesome. Matter of fact I gonna start supporting sailing doodles in hopes I'm lucky enough to be on your boat. If it never happens I still support your journeys. You're awesome bro.

[@nashguy207]

Thanks for taking us with you. Who was the other guy at the table behind Bobby? Have a great day. God Bless!!!

[@bruceday450]

SAFETY, simply do what you want to do. You only have to please yourself

[@JimmyMitchell-Lucky]

Bobby, for all the sissy's out there please tell them to sit back, hold on tight to their Ice tea and let YOU captain that beautiful boat! You are a capable grown man with high intelligence and analytical ability and you don't need some anal busy body telling you how to traverse your boat! You were too nice and I was too! So for all the know it all want a be captain's of the boat Laura is sailing " SHUT THE HELL UP AND ENJOY THE RIDE" !

[@Sailingdoodles]

Haha thank you sir!

[@rgray318]

Lmao, I was going to say the same thing but Jim beat me to it.

[@OverWatchGaming-RangerJoes]

Amazing when the ocean is like glass.....

[@hickslr24]

Awesome video and perfect music choice.

[@chucklogan7296]

Laura has always put up with Bobby’s lack luster attitude towards her!! Her affection and love for Bobby was always genuine and pure...Bobby’s affection and love was not genuine and self centered. I don’t know what Bobbys troubles were but, he has destroyed the very thing that made his life worth living!! There were many times in the past videos that I thought how does Laura continue to put up with. The lack of caring..I think she should have went home a long time ago!!

[@jackmehauff5101]

Bobby is what you call a user abuser and then let them go. He plays it on the field for a while he moves on to the next one first it was Megan with a bunch of little ones in between on the side and then it was Laura. Bobby's just that kind of a guy. But don't get me wrong Laura was soaking this up to she was getting what she wanted out of this it wasn't all rainbows and chocolate hearts. I think they both used each other. Oh well they both need to move on no biggie...

[@lancemccullough8056]

Very interesting observation. You hit things right on the nail head.

[@aseriscoful]

None of our business Chuck

[@macman6107]

@@aseriscoful some folk seem to forget that.

[@PrecisionSailLoftVictoria]

Great Video guys!

[@Sailingdoodles]

Thanks Ron!

[@andrewkeir2282]

Hehehe Well you got your few seconds of advertisement with the precision sails spinnaker. Well done.

[@AliasJimWirth]

Intelligent sailors wear life preserving gear when it is appropriate to do so. They know when it is not necessary. Having stated that, some people are better off wearing the stuff all the time. You appear to fall, after watching many of your sailing videos, Bobby, into the category of intelligent sailor; need I say more...

[@anselb2000]

That piece of lettuce on the plate was safer to eat than that uncooked fish! Great photography/videography!

[@anselb2000]

Seeing Bobby and Laura in the sack was the best footage in a long, long time!

[@macman6107]

It's safe to eat uncooked fish. 🤐

[@Ok-551]

Love the Delos shirt. #respect

[@Sailingdoodles]

Ha yeah I thought it was cool. Maybe we will see a Doodles shirt on Delos one day!

[@keeblerhunts]

Great video. Loved how you showed the almost glass surface way out in the middle of the ocean. Hard to believe it can happen, but gorgeous when it does. It's too bad YT won't allow the filleting of the tuna. I mean, we must live in a huge snowflake world where that might offend someone. It's food! There is NOTHING better than catching your own food - be it fish, deer, moose or whatever. It's fresh dangit! :)

[@roadrashray9416]

I'm a little confused by Bobbies statement that YT won't allow fish filleting to be shown on vids published on YT. Over the years Delos has published many vids showing fish being killed by slitting the gills and many steps in the process of cutting the fish up for eating. Extensive fish harvesting on Delos in the Indian Ocean. Check out Delos Ep 92 starting at 9:10. It shows several fish being killed and filleted and diced for eating. Sorry, for some reason I could not cut and paste the vid here. There are dseveral other delos vids showing killing and cutting up of fish. Maybe I am missing some subtle nuance of the process, otherwise it seems ok-roadrash

[@CGT80]

I was thinking the same, but they have changed their rules recently..............perhaps you heard about all the drama with firearms channels. They old Delos videos could be in violation, or maybe Bobby is just being extra careful and isn't quite accurate with you the youtube rules. Nice catch, guys!

[@Randy_Gustafson]

I know you do not have the speed of a Volvo Ocean 65, but do try to alter your track to sail with the clouds to avoid getting becalmed under them? Also, do you have a extendable spinnaker pole to keep the sail from collapsing? Cheers and best of luck on the rest of your journey to Thailand.

[@baddnuzz24]

definitely agree that you don't need one on unless conditions call for a life jacket.. plus you have 2 capable people on board to turn the boat around if need be.... when you travel alone on the other hand I probably would.. at least lifeline.. anyway great videos (although I'm a little late to the party)… love all the personality's! even the guys..lol

[@Mytyweav]

Good morning Crew! Another fine episode to get the day started.. LOVED The Hamachi! I'm so envious.... Enjoy and keep it coming... Do you still need a Mavic when you're flying a P4 Pro??

[@Sailingdoodles]

Hi Fred! The P4 pro works just great. And I have the spark also. If I were to buy just one drone it would be the mavic but I like the landing gear on the p4.... it’s easier to catch

[@whiteribbonman1]

+Sailing Doodles Thank You Very Much for the info!

[@kellydtth2749]

Nice catch! They do look delicious.

[@WINGSMO1]

Just started watching your channel, started from the beginning. Really enjoy your journey, one question who is the elderly man with the grey hair in the video. There is no mention of him, am i missing something?

[@robertskillings864]

Looks like life is treating you well, Laura your beautiful, and Bobby I to would rather have my fish cooked! Fair winds

[@jamesbond9873]

Great videos cheers from Ottawa Canada.

[@melee401]

Clipping off to a jack line is more for the solo sailors than those with a crew aboard in most all cruising conditions short of racing in the most demanding conditions.

[@chuckbodnar5756]

in the cockpit of the boat a life jacket may or may not be necessary. If you are up on deck I would never do it without a waist harness. I can't imagine how awful it would be to fall overboard and watch your boat sail away knowing you were as good as dead. Even with almost no wind you cant out swim a sailboat. Play it safe

[@rayrayy5444]

Thanks for taking us a long….Does Laura know how to do a man overboard drill by herself while under sail.??? Stay safe and fair winds.

[@cappyjpadgett]

Ray Rayy im pretty sure none of them know how

[@Big.Ron1]

Other than the eating fish part, cool. I rarely eat fish, and damn sure not unless it's deep fryed. Raw fish is bait for bigger fish. I love to fish but I throw them back. Looks like it's more fun now that it's short hops. How far behind are you? Have you made it to destination real time? Be safe.

[@mossyshotgun5902]

Thad losing weight. Lookin good !!

[@TimHollis3006]

I'm glad Burt & Ernie didn't leave...🍉

[@000001willy]

Did you cook the tuna or did you eat it raw when you were sitting around the cockpit table?

[@Sailingdoodles]

Both, we did some raw and then cooked it for lunch the next day

[@christofferh1]

Hopefully you can get to the airport by plane too ;-)

[@micheldawes1]

Just a thought guys, I noticed that judging by the direction of your burgee (I.e. Stars and Stripes) you were sailing off the breeze (Around 130-140 apparent) and you actually mentioned that you were sailing downwind. If you reef or furl some of the headsail in before the main, it actually means that the centre of lateral resistance (AKA the pivot point) of the sail plan moves a long way aft, meaning that the helm will become quite heavy and hard to handle (I.e. lots of weather helm) whereas if you reef the main first when sailing downwind, the boat stays fairly well balanced and you’re not fighting the boat with lots of helm applied to keep her on course (Which actually slows the boat down quite a bit!) You guys may be all over this already and I hope I’m not trying to teach Grandma how to suck eggs by mentioning it. (Sorry - an Australian term for being a condescending smarty-pants) :-( Once again, loved this epp and would willingly swap places with you, or join you in the mischief IN A HEARTBEAT!!!! Always wishing you fair winds and following seas! Cheers, Mike

[@Sailingdoodles]

Thanks mike. I think it has to do with the layout of the cockpit Bimini and dodger... often the flag will sail to she side when the apparent wind is almost directly behind us. Especially when the enclosure eisen glass is down

[@dannyboyspace]

Here's my opinion. NIGHTTIME: Wear PFD and harness/tether always, even in cockpit, but especially going forward. As added rule, no one goes forward without someone else in cockpit watching person go forward. DAYTIME: Condition dependent, but I'd always lean toward wearing PFD and harness/tether in 10+ knots of wind and/or when going forward. (Just like I always wear my car seatbelt even if I'm just going down the block to the store.... You don't have to be on the freeway to be killed.) In the ocean, if you go overboard, you will most likely die because the crew won't find you and/or they won't know how to come back to get you unless they've had proper training and practice. That said, every skipper makes his own rules, so I respect Bobby's choices (and love the videos). But IMHO, just like a pop star, movie star, or sports figure, Bobby is a role model for future sailors out there so I'd like to see his (and other) channels lean toward MORE safety rather than LESS safety. Sailing oceans is serious business.

[@MrCbass1234]

You should be able to show the fish cleaning, it real life

[@thepiratedoc4247]

Do you ever twing down your spinnaker sheet a bit for stability? Just curious as I was watching it flop around on you a bit. I know ... shifting wind angles and all that. I always wear a PFD if I'm soloing or if conditions deteriorate, and would definitely use a tether at night, but when it's nice out and you have crew on deck who can handle the boat and execute MOB maneuvers I tend to agree with you.

[@scooterbey220]

I have been loving your videos, great inspiration. What is the song you're playing at the end of your video? I know the original but this is a mix and I love it. Thanks and keep up the great work.

[@deibertmichael]

A believer in reducing Sail at night!

[@parsnipparsley]

How long will it take you to get to Niue island,lovely place.check out matapa chasm,limu,Togo,anaiki,anapala.some cave places to be.

[@randyowens2717]

Beautiful!

[@jamesjoyce5611]

tight m'sail luff, viewed 4'10, but it was being reefed. Eagle eyes now on luff tension, as I watch thru rest.

[@seanb6075]

Nice change in the music.

[@bkbroiler6885]

I can't believe you hesitated on that fresh tuna bobby. you might still be a land lubber at heart.

[@outabeat]

Bobby, I totally agree with the wearing of safety gear. It's all about what the conditions are and how challenging it would be for the crew to recover a person if they went over. If it's rough, wear it. Otherwise, it's just cumbersome and unnecessary. The only exception I think would be at night when the entire crew is asleep. I would wear a harness and clip in. Maybe that's just me envisioning waking up from down below to relieve the guy on watch, just to find him not on board. Nightmare scenario. That's my .02.

[@WildDadCV]

Good video Bobby!!

[@chucklogan7296]

Don’t take offense Bobby about the harness comments we just worry about you folks moving around the boat in rough weather without one!! Have you ever been hit at night by a rogue wave?

[@karitane]

I think wearing life jackets all the time is ridiculous. Be free and adventurous but place and be aware that your life jacket is in the best position should an emergency arise so you can grab it quick. Living in a situation where there is a million in one chance of falling overboard is boring....take up chess !

[@Sailingdoodles]

We keep life jackets handy in the cockpit at all times just in case

[@frankpace6767]

Adults don't like to be treated like children. This isn't high school shop class. Comon sense will tell you when to wear a harness.

[@DarkBishop342]

at 9:24 Thad's first concern is who's is bigger. Lol.

[@heywa01]

Another fine video........ You didn't introduce your fourth crew member........ Laura still looking good girl....... :-)

[@Sailingdoodles]

He would like to remain anonymous so we are trying to keep him out of the vids as much as possible

[@heywa01]

Sailing Doodles understand

[@pkane5472]

Noticed that as well. I said "who is that "other" person"? Gotcha on the keeping anonymous.....

[@lasanthanandika]

Beautiful

[@jerryforeman4543]

It's your risk! Just you and Laura on this leg of the journey?

[@ps3fanboy61]

SV DELOS shirt for the win

[@joshnuno6060]

i saw that too...what is the connection?

[@Sailingdoodles]

Haha yeah he wore that many times... I think it’s pretty cool.

[@frankpace6767]

Delos is the real deal. They know how to have fun.

[@holgerdirxen]

@@Sailingdoodles Delos was my first sailing channel I followed....

[@juans3728]

OK wear the harness and jacket when you feel its right.

[@billdomb]

Well, maybe you kin build auto-inflate into your Depends. Don't they make some really low-impact, tiny safety gear almost like a belt? Just simpler to run around with it always. Especially at night. Add a flashing light and noise maker. Even better, a signaling GPS device like a Nautilus.

[@Sailingdoodles]

We have inflatable jackets with lights handy in the cockpit at all times. Yeah would be nice for the gps units!

[@victorchen7792]

ANY MORE FISHING DONE ON THE TRIP THRU THE S PACIFIC?