As someone who is 54 and was told to get married, buy a house, have kids, and save for retirement so you can enjoy life. Listen don't fall for the American Dream. Go live your dreams now, don't buy a big house you don't need. Go live your dreams now, before you get trapped, and realize you're too old to live your dreams. Before you wake up one day and realize, you can't do half the things you always wanted to do, because you're body won't let you do half of what you wanted to do. Your mind stays young but your body grows old. Live your dreams while you are young, and can complete them.
@danfort-y8b10 ай бұрын
100% agree with everything you said ! we are conditioned and a set narrative of marriage - debt - kids - retire - die. This next generation needs to break the narrative !!!. Adventure !!
@worsy344010 ай бұрын
I agree. I took a sailing course with an older couple who wanted to cruise. By the end of the week, they realized they had missed their window.
@brikler771710 ай бұрын
Age isn't as important as physical ability. My parents set sail after retiring. They bought a boat at about 55 and lived aboard while working their last 5 years of employment. Then at around 60 set off for the Carribean. Did that for about 7 years before moving back to land. They now are 80 and still doing the RV thing. @@worsy3440
@loudthattrack897410 ай бұрын
cmon man you still have a lot of good years in front of you, if you (really) tried sailing and did not work out try something else! If you feel like your body its not working for you, get fit, but dont just jump head first onto a sport if your not sure what you are currently capable of, instead go to a health professional and get a diagnosis or rehabilitation i know it takes time but trust me you can do a lot more than what you think. i probably failed to make sense here... i just wanted to say that you can do a lot of interesting things just take care of yourself first
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Well said! I could not agree more. Go now! Life's too short!
@SpartyTime10 ай бұрын
I bought my boat without really knowing how to sail. 4 years later and I'm still terrible at trimming my sails, but I can get from A to B.
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
You're doing great buddy. 😀
@paultrott31206 ай бұрын
I did the exact same thing. Bought my sailboat without ever having been on one.
@Tamtudy6 ай бұрын
hell yeah, I was your 69th like
@abdulkkhan50954 ай бұрын
Lots of books on sail trimming. Buy one for a few dollars. Study and master the material and you shall be a winner $50 if not cheaper. Study and you're done.
@Steven-ci8is3 ай бұрын
What is a trimming a sail
@Thru-The-Lens7 ай бұрын
50 year old here, started to plan my rat race exit and get on the water single-handed. It’s very daunting and also very exciting in equal measure, as I am currently a complete novice! Great video, subscribed bro 😎
@Adventureman_Dan6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@Adventureman_Dan6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@MarkPeterson20236 ай бұрын
Same man. Good luck to ya
@ТестТестович-г2о5 ай бұрын
Topics I expected from the title: 1. What licenses do I need? 2. How to cross international borders? 3. How, where and for that price I can store the boat while not sailing? 4. Docks, marines, anchoring - wtf are all that? 5. What should I do if I get serious illness or trauma while in the sea? 6. How to communicate with authorities/coast guards/customs? 7. Should I bother about canals, like Suez, or they are for big trading corporations only? 8. How to pass the straits? 9. In what areas I'm not allowed to sail and how to find out where they are? 10. Dangers: reefs, shallows, storms, strong currents, diarrhea, scurvy, anything else that can kill me? Thank you for covering all that.
@Adventureman_Dan4 ай бұрын
These are all great topics you've suggested. Most are covered in other videos on my channel.
@happychappie86014 ай бұрын
@@Adventureman_DanI’d appreciate these points in a vid too 😅
@jra554174 ай бұрын
Ask for a refund. Oh, wait…
@markrickel16324 ай бұрын
You can sail your whole life and never learn all there is. It’s a continual process of learning and adapting. Almost all those things listed is what makes the adventure aspect of sailing. Each one could have a book written about it. The sailing is actually the easy part, all the things listed is what can and will require the effort. Many if not all will come up in conversation with your mentor or while sipping sundowners with other sailors who have sailed where you want to go. Sailing is slow and takes time. Plenty of time to work out issues with locations routes etc. Keep in mind each leg requires planning with the weather, route etc. Expecting to learn everything from a video and or a single book isn’t realistic and if this stops you before you start it may not be for you. I say this kindly and tell you can get past it if you get out there. There are tons of people that will help, you just have to trust the process and read as much as you can. Watch Captain Ron. “If it’s gonna happen it’s gonna happen out there.”
@senfdame5283 ай бұрын
scurvy xD Living the pirate life
@Straightup-we9uf7 ай бұрын
I built my 31' folding trimaran (in foam and carbon) 20 years ago. Sailed her over 70,000 miles. Best boat in the world. Cheap and easy to maintain, versatile, never needed a boat yard as I can haul her out by myself with some inflatable fenders and some blocks and line. She is fast, can't sink, comfortable, elegant. Just sailed back to the USA from Thailand going the "wrong way," spent hardly anything, very few things broke...well, the rudder case did break, twice, but that's a long story. You couldn't do what we did on any other boat. You are right about the flexing of the hulls, and that does create it's own maintenance issues, but they really aren't a big issue, and costs nearly nothing to deal with. I don't stay in Marinas hardly at all, but once I had to fold one ama to get into a slip. And another time I had to fold both to get through a lock. One time I had to lower the mast while under way to get under a bridge. I've made mistakes along the way that would have destroyed most other designs, but because my boat has such a shallow draft, is so light weight, and has a few layers of kevlar on the bottom, I sailed away laughing....took a few hours to repair the damage. I could go on and on...suppose I should make my own youtube vid.
@bardarians7 ай бұрын
Yes make a channel!!🎉
@FullCircleTravis7 ай бұрын
Sounded fun.
@MikeyCanuck1236 ай бұрын
Wow, so interesting. Like that you made it yourself, kinda what I'm planning. Haven't really considered tri, but now you've got me thinking... 🤔
@Adventureman_Dan6 ай бұрын
You should make your own channel!
@nevergiveup-db6fp6 ай бұрын
I would absolutely love to do what you did, and I definitely am a little in love with the folding trimaran I am living in the Philippines from Missouri finishing a house and ready to set sail. Hoping you respond. I actually have a little KZbin channel called never give up Philippines.
@DudeAndDogsSailing10 ай бұрын
I'm the idiot that got a "free" boat. You are so right. I was dead set of multihull due to dogs and a broken back. I stumbled into a very well equipped 40' searunner trimaran with structural issies that was cheap and ended up being "free" by negotiations end. It is definitely a 1-2 year project that i winched into the back yard. @dudeanddogssailing is my channel on rebuilding it. You hit this video on the head. Great job. I needed a shallow draft condo that i can take from surf destination to surf destination with room for dogs to roll around and play a bit and can anchor in skinny water. I really appreciate your videos. Keep up the great work.
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Cheers buddy, glad you enjoyed. Hang in there, hope you get out surfing.
@Unknown_Random_Guy4 ай бұрын
Helping a serious sailor at a boatyard is the BEST way to gain experience at fixing boats, meeting other sailors, investing in a relationship with a mentor by proving your serious intent through sweat equity, and most importantly learning that fixing boats sucks! If you can work on a sailboat for 6 months and still want to own a boat yourself, maybe you are meant for the lifestyle.
@Adventureman_Dan4 ай бұрын
Indeed!
@YuriBaskov-d2z7 ай бұрын
I have been told I’m crazy I have a San Juan 23’ the latitude adjustment … we have done some serious trips and people can’t believe we are in a 23’ boat we were on a budget and wanted to go sailing ⛵️
@Adventureman_Dan7 ай бұрын
I love it!
@seekuncertainty6 ай бұрын
I love that you referenced Waterworld. It came out when I was a kid and I watched it hundreds of times. It's supposed to be this negative, post-apocalyptic portrayal of the world. I remember being fascinated with his life of adventure and the freedom he had. My #1 inspiration for traveling and having a dream to sail oceans.
@Adventureman_Dan5 ай бұрын
Same!
@leecowell81653 ай бұрын
Great movie... didn't take no sh*t from nobody.
@GordonHenderson-c8s8 ай бұрын
Good day mate, I built my dream and it took me 23 years . I have been living onboard since 2018 and I concur with everything you said. Sailing reads better than it live but if you love the sea no book can compare. It’s interesting to see just how much synergy there is between some sailors and huge differences. Ther is no right or wrong there is only. Regarding money i made a 40 day crossing from Durban to Perth and after around 20 days i found my wallet had turned green with mould i realised the. That the lot of a sailor is not linked to money ( while sailing) ut definitely linked to living. It takes an enormous amount of courage to cast off N go. I am still working on that keep up the good work
@Adventureman_Dan7 ай бұрын
Definitely! Thanks for your comment I hope we cross paths one day!
@happychappie86014 ай бұрын
Currently planning to buy a boat and start my adventure. Did you buy your boat in South Africa?
@markthomasson507710 ай бұрын
A couple of thoughts, on top f your excellent advice. It’s a sailing boat. Don’t get hung up on the interior. Make sure she is in good sailing order, and a design that sails well. Then go sailing. You will probably want to change the layout in any case, but won’t know what you need until you have sailed her for a while. Docks / marinas / yards all eat your cash. A boat that can easily take the ground (intentionally or not!) is well worthwhile. Oh and if you can, a stern hung rudder, easy to maintain, can even be done at sea.
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Cheers for the thoughts.
@leecowell81653 ай бұрын
Long keel hang it off the keel not the transom.
@markthomasson50773 ай бұрын
Try fixing that in the middle of nowhere….or even at sea
@jimmyboy1632 ай бұрын
I started sailing 12 years ago, I'm self taught (no YT, lol), joined a sailing club and sailed every weekend for 3 years straight. I bet I sailed more in those 3 years than most of the members did in 20 years. I've had boats from 22ft up to a 36'. I've even built my own 18' open sailboat. I'm still sailing, I love the sailing life
@jfdbcpv19839 ай бұрын
so much good advice! I had my first one bought in The Netherlands a few years ago, sailed for a year all the way to Portugal and then Southern Spain. It was a simple - but tough as nails - De Kloet Fellowship 28. Sailed mostly solo without a lot of experience - the fact that the boat was small and so simple was key to avoid significant issues. As you quoted: go simple, go small, go now. A bigger boat will be a money pit, it will be harder to dock, and dangerous if you're alone in the middle of the ocean (if I had a 45 foot when I crossed the Biscay, it would have been tough doing it solo if I had no furling main in a couple of hairy events - the Biscay is not to be f*cked with). My next one will be in the 34 to 38 range but no bigger, and the only "luxury" i want is a bow thruster to be able to dock easily by myself. AC, watermakers, etc are really not needed unless you're with your whole family cruising around the world for years. If its only you, or alongside your better half, then go simple, but don't procrastinate.
@Adventureman_Dan9 ай бұрын
Well said Jaime.
@leecowell81653 ай бұрын
Good advice. Long keel. something like a Cape Dory you do not need a huge boat and especially if you're single handed. Try to find a partner of like minded.
@RoadDogRiley6 ай бұрын
I see there are some other older people in the comments. I'm a 54-year-old truck driver who has never been married and don't have kids. I plan on retiring at 65. My goal is to retire in the Philippines because of the scenery and not to pick up a wife in which 99% of Filipino expats videos are about. Finding a house or apartment doesn't interest me. I want to island hop and live on a boat. The question is "Do I buy a sailboat or a power yacht?" What are the differences in cost? Will fitting a kite sail on a motor yacht help with speed and lower fuel costs? Since I live in sleeper on a truck, I don't need a big boat? But, how big should I go that I can still handle by myself at an age over 65? I have a goal and at least 10 years to get there. I just want clearer steps to get there. This video helped with that. Thanks!
@penhdog22074 ай бұрын
All the best roaddog . I'm a similar age in Vietnam thinking similar thoughts.
@arktseytlin2 ай бұрын
Buy a displacement motor boat (stable but slow). Basically kind of like sailboat without a mast. You will save a ton on rigging and sails maintenance, and you won't spend too much on fuel. Sailboats near shore motor a lot anyway. You need to be really good at maintaining your diesel engine but marine engines are not that complex and it is perfectly doable.
@nevergiveup-db6fp6 ай бұрын
Dude, I am a Missouri hillbilly just finishing building a house in the Philippines when we’re done I’d like to get into sailing. I met an old salt that builds sail boats and loves giving advice. Sounds like I’m on my way love from the Philippines.
@Adventureman_Dan5 ай бұрын
Go for it!
@MPrybil2 ай бұрын
Yes, your two recommendations for sailing movies Captain Ron and Waterworld are great! Captain Ron is in my top 20 movies along with Master & Commander Far Side of the World. I also really like White Squall but it may scare a few people off of sailing!
@Adventureman_DanАй бұрын
Cheers buddy! :)
@amsel_anselm3 ай бұрын
Good lidt of points. I'm one of those people who was given her boat as a gift. Yes, it's a lot of work, but I can say it's really my boat. Exept for the hull and the mast and rigging, it's no longer the same as when I started. I had no money, but space and time because I only work part-time as a single mother. I also have the necessary skills as I have already worked in a boatyard and in a carpentry.
@SVMatchaАй бұрын
Great advice. About the engine issue, if it’s a Volvo Penta D series, they are notorious for corrosion issues where the exhaust elbow connects to the exhaust manifold. If you haven’t pulled off the elbow to inspect, I’d start there. You may find the reason you’re losing coolant.
@Adventureman_DanАй бұрын
You are correct!
@stereozo6 ай бұрын
13:41 sailboat breaking high waves - impressive situation 😯
@Adventureman_Dan6 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@lweleven34232 ай бұрын
As a single male sailor or should I say future sailor. I’m learning lots from people like yourself so thanks . She 36 so similar size to yours , but as I’m learning this boat is not classed ad a blue water boat so wondering if it will be up to the task , I’m in the Uk , to get anywhere nice I’ve got to get to the med or down to Africa and over to Brazil and up to Florida
@MartinsMovement5 ай бұрын
Turning 25 in May and sailing the open ocean has always been a dream! This video helped me so much. Thank you for the confidence! Adventure is out there!!!
@Adventureman_Dan5 ай бұрын
You can do it!
@whileysea8 ай бұрын
I agree with you in all. I am from Vancouver Island and Switzerland. I bought my Dreamboat in Spain. 40 years old, 33 Feet, Center Cockpit, excellent shape, but nothing replaced and original. I bought in 2015. It took me until now, to have saved and worked, to put it in its current state as a APPOCALYPSE AND SURVIVAL BOAT. And much Money too. But...., I can go with the most peace in mind, repairs will be in an acceptable proportion but never to avoid. Personally, I would never even consider, sailing without a Windlass. Not only to hard on ones body and accident prone for it too. But one cannot pull anchor up, in Windy conditions or others dropping their hook in such a way, that it endangers you. I have a Desalinator as well and let me tell you, there is nothing I enjoy more on board. No more begging for water, no more watching / telling your wife she is using too much water. It's BAD FOR THE LOVE LIVE😂. New Sails, 2 new Genua Roll systems oversized for Stormy conditions, new 50 HP Engine, all Seacocks new, all hoses new, all Terminals and wires to the Mast new, 8 Solar panels with 2 independent regulators, electric cooking, Diesel Heater, Radar, Portland Dinghy plus Bananaboot Dinghy as Reserve, Fridge, Upgraded Matratzes. My Guns and Ammunition from the Special Forces. All legal of course, looked and secured but handy in a heartbeat if Pirates or other Treaths are approaching, Homemade HOOKIPAA System, and the LORDS PRAYER. I am soon gone to round Cap Horn and find my Place somewhere away from People. My Advice is, get ready or be a VICTIM. There is nothing in between, this includes Body, Mind and Soul.
@deltacx10593 ай бұрын
4:26 i mean i dont know if you have seen housing prices in the past few years but if you can do the work yourself the boat is definitely the more affordable option in many cases, it may flip uf you cant do any of the work yourself though.
@Adventureman_Dan2 ай бұрын
Exactly!
@hotsauce16469 ай бұрын
I am 45 now . I live and work in the Caribbean . So to live on a boat sounds great and i am always fisicaly busy . I just have to know how to fix stuff and to sail . But i will . I need to do this for me . Thanks for the tips .
@Adventureman_Dan9 ай бұрын
Best of luck!
@huntergcarswell2 ай бұрын
This is by far the BEST practical starting guide to sailing I have ever seen.
@Adventureman_Dan2 ай бұрын
I'm glad it's helped you. Hope to see you out here on the water soon buddy. :)
@mikevanaerle9779Ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video. Sailing around the world on a sailboat represents adventure and freedom for me. I really need to dive into it, but it attracts me so much. I used to think it was only for wealthy people, but a monohull boat is quite affordable. My wife and I are looking to purchase one in the future and are currently gathering information and knowledge. we are from The Netherlands but I wacht people go out on boats all the time.
@Adventureman_DanАй бұрын
That's great to hear that you're soo interested. No you don't have to be rich, I certainly am not. And hope to share more ways to get out on the water on a budget.
@TheCornucopiaProject-bd5jk6 ай бұрын
That was a good list of starting points. I would reduce it to just 1-3 points though. So some research and get your feet wet on other people’s boats. Do that for a year or two and then decide on next steps.
@jamesbrander35332 ай бұрын
Hi Dan, I have dreamed of sailing for years and really appreciate this video and all of your videos I've watched. Finding a sailing mentor and learning how to sail are both things I've been wanting to do for a long time. I've been chatting online with sailors and captains and looking for boats online to buy one and just go. It would be wise to learn first for safety reasons, but I've talked to people who have just bought a boat and splashed and learned as they went. I'm so close to booking an ASA liveaboard 1 week course for 101, 103, and 104. But that is over $2,000. I've also looked into sailing clubs to learn with the racers like you did. I also dream of adventure, independence, and freedom from the noise and nonsense of society and culture here in the U.S.
@Adventureman_Dan2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear you're motivated. Now you have to take the first steps. Whatever that may be. GO FOR IT! GET OUT HERE! :)
@differentangle24996 ай бұрын
Piękna robota. Powodzenia z wykończeniem domu.
@ke2delight10 ай бұрын
I am in the process of buying a used Gemini Cat. It is great to get justification from somebody more experienced than myself because it gives me more confidence with my choices. Thank you for your realistic outlook on sailing.
@brikler771710 ай бұрын
I have about 2 - 3 years until I can jump in, but I have decided on a Gemini 105 as the best option for myself (cost and space wise). I want to do the great loop and then maybe some time in the Carribean. A shallow draft opens up more opportunities to tuck into cover both places. Best of luck to you. If you ever need crew in the northeast hit me up.
@maddogmaz157610 ай бұрын
Good boat
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Best of luck!
@maddogmaz157610 ай бұрын
I have a prout snowgoose 37. So far I'm happy with it. I really like the shallow draft only like 36 in
@missamericausa17 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I’ve sailed at one time for a good five years. I’m a little bit older right now and people are asking me what I want. Well this video. I have all my answers now. Thank you so much. Keep making videos I’m watching.!!!✝️✝️
@QuartuvLarry8 ай бұрын
My captain had a strict rule, absolutely nothing mind-altering while underway (nor 12 hours before)
@Adventureman_Dan8 ай бұрын
Good rule!
@jimo556421 күн бұрын
I left Seattle at 44, and finished my circumnavigation at 50. Go now, waiting to retire is cutting the enjoyment of the trip in half. Trust me.
@shainhaggadone99433 ай бұрын
I'm an American living in the Philippines. This sounds perfect
@Dean_W-Cdn10 ай бұрын
Thanks I’m only 16, but a bit dualistic - I mean a little dyslexic,… so with lots of inland sailing in small water and a blue water course,… I’m curious of ole folks retiring on board and if I got enough - runway, to do your thoughtful steps!
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Get out sailin buddy! :)
@LoonyLife7 күн бұрын
Thanks for this. I’ve never sailed but am now researching how it’s done and also learning what’s important ahead of getting my first boat. So, this video has certainly been helpful. I’m currently in Fiji and looking to find some short crewing opportunities from here. Exciting times.
@Adventureman_Dan5 күн бұрын
Hey that's GREAT! This is exactly what I hoped for when I made this video.
@JD9689310 ай бұрын
great video! I really enjoyed the later half. Especially the apart about free boats, im not sure why so many opt to get/buy these free or almost free boats that need a complete 2 year refit just to float. I know for some that is part of the dream, but you don't want to do more work than needed or wanted. You don't need a big boat either, you mentioned you got a 37 foot boat but plenty of people cruise on boats under 30 feet. They are much cheaper to refit do to their size, and also solo sail. Not to mention some sub 30 foot boats have a draft under 4 feet letting you go anywhere.
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it, and for sure you can go far smaller than I did!
@xosashiie2 ай бұрын
i love how informative this is
@nightflyer402 ай бұрын
Great vid! As noob to sailing really enjoyed this.
@sailingfishcake9 ай бұрын
This is a great video! Subbed. Especially really liked the saving money part of it. You really do have to change something drastic to be able to save money quickly. Did something similar. Bought a cheap boat by selling my car. Lived on it very cheap for couple years to be able to save enough money for a year off cruising and it worked!
@Adventureman_Dan9 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@shaneparrish999110 ай бұрын
I bought Skylark a 1969 Mercer 44ft sloop as you talked about, made a offer and ready to walk away. Got her for 20k and have been doing repairs while sailing. I'll continue doing upgrades for a couple more years until I retire then heading out. Interested in this KZbin channel thing but I don't know much about making videos. Bottom side down my friend
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Glad to hear you got out on the water.
@eliastupka23157 ай бұрын
Lots of videos out there, but I love how simple, real, practical you made it :) I could relate to so many parts of it!
@Adventureman_Dan7 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@joshmaitie59546 ай бұрын
I absolutely Love these tips really a great way a life of abundance should be
@Adventureman_Dan5 ай бұрын
Absolutely!!
@heyskra8 ай бұрын
I'm 3 years from retiring (at 53) maybe 2 more years doing contracting. That is my 5 year plan. I am torn between a "cheep" monohull or a trimaran. I appreciate the advice.
@Adventureman_Dan7 ай бұрын
Many of pros and cons to consider
@Theultrazombiekiller3 ай бұрын
My wife and I are 30 and have a passion for the ocean and boating and adventure. We have a boat, but just a bass boat that we use on fresh water lakes in Texas. We also own our own business (lawn care) and owm a house and have 2 paid off cars and we have been talking for 6 months now about selling everything (house, furniture, cars, the business and all the equipment) and buying a sail boat and dedicating our foreseable future to sailing the world. We have pretty much made our decision 😊 but we now just have to wait for the right timing (finishing this lawn care season) It will be the biggest life change we have ever done.
@Adventureman_Dan3 ай бұрын
Nice! Glad to hear it. I hope to see you out here. :)
@leecowell81653 ай бұрын
Wow. No kids. They're a poor investment but may pay off when you're old and gray and perhaps alone. No guarantee though I had 3 one of them drank herself to death and the other 2 don't talk to me.
@gavin144310 ай бұрын
thank you Dan. I have a 11.5 too . your videos have helped me much.
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
@captcook47189 ай бұрын
Great video!!! I only have one difference of opinion. I strongly recommend that everyone take at least the very first ASA-201 sailing class. Instructors should focus on safety facts, features and equipment. When you just learned from other people, the safety aspect tends to get slighted. Sincerely, Capt James Cook (yes that's my name but just call me Jim.)
@captcook47189 ай бұрын
Sorry about the typo, ASA-101 Basic Keelboat
@Adventureman_Dan9 ай бұрын
Thanks Jim, I think you make a great point!
@meow1990_228 күн бұрын
I am 33, but probably won't be able to afford sailing around the world until I am 46, but that is okay, because I plan to stay fit, and it's always nice having something to look forward to :)
@koonweing2 ай бұрын
Living my dream. Thanks for sharing 👍👍👍
@Adventureman_DanАй бұрын
Cheers buddy! :)
@u07t1710 ай бұрын
Great video, Dan! New to the channel.
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Welcome!
@jodo19712 ай бұрын
Never sailed on a boat, but have spent many thousands of hours windsurfing. I want a boat to retire on!
@sachamo1007 ай бұрын
I respect you immensely!
@Adventureman_Dan6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@anonymous-dk1wb7 ай бұрын
Just purchased a cape dory 33 with a previous owner who is a surveyor the engine needs to be fixed but the boat has been maintained and juat needs some cleaning and the boat is simple and capable.
@Adventureman_Dan7 ай бұрын
Awesome congratulations on your purchase!
@Adventureman_Dan7 ай бұрын
Congrats on your purchase! I hope you enjoy sailing!
@turoalindada592310 ай бұрын
Super helpful, practical and inspiring. I will use all your wisdom in finding my boat. I would like to ‘bump’ into you one day and buy you a beer.
@brikler771710 ай бұрын
ditto
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Cheers buddy, would be great 👍
@KennethRevils7 ай бұрын
10,000. $ advice,thanks a million..you set the stars so we can navigate...like u said, sailing really not sailing..(way of life ) 🥂🍾🌊🌞🌎🦈🐟🦂🦅🇺🇲
@Adventureman_Dan7 ай бұрын
Well said!
@lweleven34232 ай бұрын
Some great advise all advise is helpful to me , being a newbie 👍
@Adventureman_DanАй бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@johncalebsteele2 ай бұрын
Blessings brother. Well Doing
@cowpoke027 ай бұрын
Nice video. Motor sailer looking good. Get out to first tack or down wind and emergencies. Lol. Small more efficient as well ... tough boats as well. More sink proof ... rough life. Could be fun ... sail in a cool area you live is probably best idea. You sail smaller boats more as well. Sport machine to handling and comfort . Control .
@Adventureman_Dan6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@donotwantahandle11116 ай бұрын
Wow! Some good advice here.
@Adventureman_Dan5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@naturescritter46913 ай бұрын
Why: Independence/ retirement life Goal: The World: full cruising to destinations unknown Money: Still saving Sailing: No experience Cruising Crew: Solo Well… long road but still a decent goal. Plus convincing my wife who suffers from sea sickness.😅
@Adventureman_Dan2 ай бұрын
Love this man, get after it! Hope to see you out here!
@christopherblumen38487 ай бұрын
Dan you are the man! I would like to meet you in person one day soon. Do you mentor? Here’s my timetable. By mid May I will have sold everything I own. Then I will be available for lessons crewing shopping and buying. If there is a direct way of communication with you I would appreciate knowing that. And I do look forward to part 2!
@Adventureman_Dan7 ай бұрын
Cheers Chris, you can directly message me through my Patreon page.
@phillipm485510 ай бұрын
Great video, can't believe a boat in your video is from ft Pierce! It's a small world. I'm from vero and use it as a home base.
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
So cool!
@Crowscratch_HauntedLibrary10 ай бұрын
Very good video, Dan!
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Cheers buddy!
@tarikcamacho8 ай бұрын
Very good Dan, Thanks God I found your videos. Start thinking about me living in a boat and sailing around. It is a life project I will start in 1 or 2 years but for now, just creating the "momentum" to go. My gratitude to you. Fo now, you are my virtual mentor.
@Adventureman_Dan8 ай бұрын
Hey thanks soo much buddy, I am happy to hear that. That's exactly what I want my channel to do!
@nevergiveup-db6fp6 ай бұрын
Dude you have great advice and you would make a fantastic mentor😀🌴🌴🍺🍺
@Adventureman_Dan5 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly
@Carl_B66610 ай бұрын
Great insight, thanks mate👍
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
No problem 👍
@MichaelCGrumley110 ай бұрын
Love your videos, Dan!
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Thanks soo much buddy. Check out my Patreon if you want to see more and that's not online yet.
@RogerMather-gq8rn10 ай бұрын
WOW, nice work, a real, comprehensive and entertaining look at the BOAT WORLD today and how it relates to ME.
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
I'm happy it's helping you.
@mikejelinek141310 ай бұрын
This is a great video I wish there was more like it. Thank you for all the info It's much appreciated.
@Adventureman_Dan9 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Feel free to checkout my Patreon if you'd like to support what I do.
@IndigoLotusSanctuary-zn2dd3 ай бұрын
Great video ! Thank you man!
@Adventureman_Dan2 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@Eid_Ali4 ай бұрын
Thank you. 've learnt something today :) I like Water world too. underrated movie
@Adventureman_Dan4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@gefginn369910 ай бұрын
Great post my friend. I look forward to hearing from you again soon. ⛵️🌴🌞
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
More to come!
@nikfrey510 ай бұрын
Dude this is awesome. I'm about to solo travel a few months and this siked me out. Thanks!
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Awesome! Get after that next adventure dude. :)
@bardarians7 ай бұрын
@@Adventureman_Danwhat size is your boat bro?
@nateroop74354 ай бұрын
I’m so excited to start my sailing journey man you are an inspiration and thanks for sharing your story and vast knowledge with the masses. Keep it between the buoys my brother I will be watching. Cheers. Nathan.
@Adventureman_Dan4 ай бұрын
Best of luck!
@mersparks4 ай бұрын
I recognize some of those mentors, i remember some of the conversations with the "Rad", and our delivery from Florida to Newport RI. on Merlin. I'll be in St Lucia sailing for the month of June, where are you?
@sailingbackstage10 ай бұрын
Fun and informative episode! 👍 Maybe, in a few years I'll leave the boats in NL and throw my anchor out next to you around a deserted island! 💪⚓🤙⛵
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
That would be great! :)
@somethowawayhandle8 ай бұрын
kite boarding and sailing is the goal
@Adventureman_Dan8 ай бұрын
And the dream!
@somethowawayhandle8 ай бұрын
@@Adventureman_Dan facts! Learning how to do both as we speak!
@samsamtheadventureman9 ай бұрын
Great video sir! Thanks for sharing
@Adventureman_Dan9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@world-traveller69497 ай бұрын
Prout Snowgoose 37 Elite can sail anywhere and starts from 50.000 usd or so :)
@Adventureman_Dan6 ай бұрын
Yes!
@etiennedeklerk3 ай бұрын
solid advice. thanks you.
@Adventureman_Dan3 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@magnusb63115 ай бұрын
Good video. Enjoyed it and taken to me.
@Adventureman_Dan4 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@juliansestito41609 ай бұрын
Super rad ! Love your lifestyle !
@Adventureman_Dan8 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@FrEeWaY7k7 ай бұрын
great content, thanks for the tips and tricks!
@Adventureman_Dan6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@ThomasAaronPhotography9 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed the video. Thanks for the insight. Subscribed.
@Adventureman_Dan9 ай бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks!
@luxushauseragency9 ай бұрын
How do you deal with pirates and other personal security issues on the boat?
@celuler22Ай бұрын
Gun and pointy sticks
@tucsonmclean51384 ай бұрын
Hey man thanks for the info ...I knows nothing of sailing or boats ...but this is cool 👍 good talk
@Adventureman_Dan4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Mesinafitness7 ай бұрын
Great video! Love it
@Adventureman_Dan7 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@MrKartman6810 ай бұрын
Some really great quotes and ideas
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it.
@JimmyGreen-wx6gt10 ай бұрын
Awesome video man, great info.
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@stoerenungeheuer5436 ай бұрын
Nice video, thanks. Just one question: Did you *ever* show a black inverted cone while motoring with set sails? ^^
@CoreyChrapkowski5 ай бұрын
I've been land locked my whole life but always wanted to sail. 36 y/o veteran. Would you be willing to take on an apprentice? North eastern Montana touching Canada is extreme land lock. haha
@Adventureman_Dan5 ай бұрын
If youre interested in crewing for me, Check out: m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=645001417450700&id=100058225411540&mibextid=Nif5oz
@skinz12348 күн бұрын
Hey Dan im looking at moving onto a boat these tips are golden and gave me some direction!!! U wanna be my mentor? :) how could i contact u for more info? :)
@lindax9114 ай бұрын
I have a Mac 22. Plenty of boat for my purposes!
@rondensmore2004 ай бұрын
It be nice if you would include what ( port , harbour , ) where you can anchor up , , the cost for these places !! Thk you for your time and video clips !! Doing a great job bro !! Ron ) be safe please
@Adventureman_Dan3 ай бұрын
Noted!
@conradlogan520110 ай бұрын
Great presentation! Thank you!
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it.
@_cohen8 ай бұрын
You absolutely rock dude. Cant wait to follow you on your journey
@Adventureman_Dan7 ай бұрын
Cheers buddy, welcome on!
@RunDoe3 ай бұрын
Really helpful.
@Adventureman_Dan3 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@pirateradio83366 ай бұрын
说的很详细,谢谢你的诚恳介绍和建议
@markthomasson507710 ай бұрын
Not sure I would recommend being a crew on a racing yacht, it would put a lot of folk off. Their view of enjoyment is very different to a cruiser, and of safety/ wise decisions. You will probably be lumbered with a simple task, and spend most f the time sitting in an an uncomfortable position as human ballast. That said many smaller Clubs do have more relaxed racing, ie no spinakers, and perhaps just two of you, then you will learn.
@Adventureman_Dan10 ай бұрын
That's how I learned, and I do agree with much of what you said. But the result is, if you really love sailing, you'll come out better on the other side. :)
@WenceslaoRamerezmorales10 ай бұрын
I drop all the cars last few years looking for a good sailboat I been working in Alaska last couple years