THE STORM VIDEO

[@dustman96]

I'm always amazed at the risks sailors take to help each other out. Shows one of the best sides of humanity.

[@roberthide6901]

Glad to see your safe mate

[@robm.4512]

Speaking as a lifelong sailor, having lived aboard, cruised, raced and earned a living on superyachts. Those of us for whom the sea is our life don’t question whether we should give assistance to anyone in peril, only whether we can without creating an even more complex or life threatening problem. If we can, we do. The most difficult thing of all for the person in trouble is to recognise that one has reached the point of requiring assistance. Barry made the correct decision at the right time. He could no longer keep his boat underway with directional control, his direction of drift was towards an area of steadily shallowing water in which the sea-state would become progressively worse with shorter wave periods and steeper breaking waves, likely from more than one direction due to reflections from the shoreline, he still had searoom to enable a rescue, he was becoming exhausted and his physical ability to perform the functions required had already reduced past a reasonable threshold. Huge respect to Mark the Fisherman and to the crew and staff of the Bundaberg rescue service, they are shining examples of THE best side of humanity, selflessness.

[@dboboc]

It always amazes me how they are supposedly in such danger, or a dire situation, they still are able to record it on camera.

[@robm.4512]

@@dboboc He didn’t film for many hours. Trust me, those conditions when solo, becoming exhausted and near land are not a joke. Barry did the right thing at the right time.

[@AaronBelsham]

As a local south east coast of Queensland, Australia yachtsman, I have to say, All the keyboard warriors having a crack at Barry for calling out the VMR - that is exactly what they are there for. And anyone who hasn’t sailed those waters should just shut up, you can see 4 knots of tide running onto the spit off the north of Fraser that’s faster than Barry can actually motor anyway, saltier sea dogs than Barry have needed to be rescued off there, 40 plus knots of wind against tide could see 6-8 metre seas off there, anyone, and I mean anyone should never feel ashamed to call for help in those situations.

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Thanks for that

[@chrisb2942]

These storms are so big and fast, you can't run and you can't hide. Single-handed it's a nightmare. You can't react properly with your sails to the conditions.

[@bernardlash4169]

Well you made it.

[@richardskip]

Agree !

[@n085fs]

@@chrisb2942 I'm sure a submarine can fare well to hide from the winds.

[@roadboat9216]

Hey Barry, I have said this to you before and will say it again. You need a PROPER squared away boat with a dependable diesel. Those old Perkins are great old engines. I put 20, 000 hrs on a 4-236. But a dependable engine with plenty of fuel, is SO important to your situation. If you had one you would have been in long before the storm, instead of sitting becalmed waiting to get clobbered. A younger person or better yet 2 on a really good sailing dependable boat ( dependable a big word on a boat ha ha ). Would have a different outcome. All of my cruising was with my wife as crew. A huge difference. And in tens of thousands of miles of cruising, my engine only broke down once ( tranny went out) that I couldn’t fix myself with the parts and tools I had onboard. I love your sprit and and your amazing videos, but more than that, I’d love to see you stay alive! Capt Fred, another old sea dog.

[@lizgizmo1385]

I can’t love this comment more! Exactly!! We are heading out south from Canada to Mexico as a retired couple and we are over preparing

[@roadboat9216]

@@lizgizmo1385 Yes, I love Barry and his videos. But am concerned for him. Some of these younger guy and ladies single-handing on smaller simpler boats seen to do much better. But they have one huge thing in there favor, YOUTH.

[@roadboat9216]

@@lizgizmo1385 Have a good trip. Have made it myself. Once past point Conception, things get a lot nicer. Loved Mexico and the Sea of Cortez. Spent 2 yrs there.

[@stephenburnage7687]

I think part of the issue is that steel boat is very heavy and therefore very slow. Steel is OK in bigger boats and/or if you plan on encountering sea ice (or colliding with coral) but it really is not a good choice if your goal is to eat up miles.

[@stephenburnage7687]

90% likely it is not the engine but the fuel. The trouble with dirty fuel is that iI sits at the bottom until it gets stirred up, most obviously in bad weather (ie in the most inconvenient time). The only solution is a stict regime of fuel additives and fuel polishing.

[@CristiNeagu]

I am glad to see an upload from you because that means you must be somewhere safe. I'm glad that you made it through your most recent crossing.

[@andrewbell8050]

Recent?? I thnk Barry filmed this almost or more thn 10 months ago !!!!

[@CristiNeagu]

@@andrewbell8050I didn't mean this passage to Australia. I meant his most recent one, when he left Australia. I checked his Facebook a little while ago and there was quite a gap in posts.

[@CaptTPT]

The boat is a mess. So poorly maintained. Not surprised with his troubles.

[@BirdDog.]

@@CaptTPTlike to see your boat sailing solo like this.

[@claremaccarthy7308]

@@CaptTPTBig difference between scruffy and well found. Shadow is a well found vessel.

[@reinhardtwildschut1093]

You were a first responder in your younger years, you've earned a rescue! An inspiration to us all! We all live a story and yours is epic! Thank you for living it and bringing us along! A well earned tip of the hat! Glad you are safe and able to continue the story/adventure!

[@sundeeradventures]

I am a fan of Barry but must call this out as poor seamanship... he did not need to continue his course into this bad weather... just changing course for 24 hours would have meant Marine Rescue Volunteers would not have needed to risk their lives... but full marks to Barry for his honesty

[@crazywisdom2]

Land lover here. So I don't know strategy, but should barry have went further out to sea ? I wondered it that was an option or ? thanks. @@sundeeradventures

[@sundeeradventures]

@@crazywisdom2 Nothing is black and white in these situations and perhaps Barry had extenuating circumstances that he did not disclose but... if he was tracking the storm, he could have assessed the direction it was heading and its approximate speed. With that information, he could have decided to stay where he was (heave to) and let it pass, sail parallel to the path of the storm and increasingly away from it, or sail in the opposite direction to its path. Perhaps he could have chosen a combination of these options. I'm not here to preach and I wasn't there... I just felt sorry for the volunteers who came out to help him...

[@crazywisdom2]

No worries my friend. No judgement here. I was just curious about the strategy. all good. @@sundeeradventures

[@hoperules8874]

nobody is aware of the situation he was in at the time short of funds for maintenance short of food very exhausted from worry no one thinks perfectly clearly at the moment

[@bryonholland5041]

In nasty weather, I have attached a bouy to my tow line and let it float away from the boat. It makes it possible for another vessel to pick up my tow, without risking collision. Love your videos Barry. You are the man.

[@VincentNajger1]

That's a brilliant and simple idea. I saw my dad do exactly that many many years ago, which shows that good ideas are timeless.

[@RustyKnorr]

Total genius in its simplicity, I love this idea.

[@xbioman7882]

Glad you made it skipper! Crazy! What an epic adventure. Sorry to hear about Capt. Mark. Hope he heals quickly.

[@elizaandalisa]

Good onya mark Marty Yeppoon cheers n beers

[@velocita6907]

Glad you got the help you needed. Your ordeal demonstrates the need for a fully reliable engine as well.

[@brucefletcher6179]

You've got great perseverance...but, from another ocean cruiser: The time to start the engine was when the winds went light and you needed to get behind the headland berfore the arrival time of the front. I'm gonna bet the engine troubles would not have shown up the same because the up/down revving of the engine is vacuum starvation from clogging filters or fuel pickup line. Fuel problems are always 90% of engine problems, and fuel polishing rarely works - it's the accumulated algal residue on the tank surfaces that start to come loose when the boat starts bouncing that clogs them up. I regularly do heavy upwind bashing on sailboat deliveries from Florida to the Virgins, and since I learned to add the startron tank cleaner to every boat during the pre-delivery inspection at least a month before departure I have never needed to change filters. Next point is don't be locked into a destination, always be willing to bear off and run down to an alternate - Bustard Bay may have seemed a long way off, but 10 miles bearing off is better than 1 mile bashing into steep chop. My final point is that you really must learn to heave to. It's such a simple technique with such amazing results. I regularly heave to simply to make a meal, wait out an arrival time for tides or light and definitely for bar crossings. Play with your boat during light to moderate conditions and you will find you can heave to at a variety of angles to the wave train by adjusting jib and main angles combined with the rudder and control any forward speed - usually with easing the rudder from hard over to only partially. Again on truly nasty caribbean deliveries I have stayed hove to for days while slowly creeping forward at 1 knot but never getting thrown about in 4 metre head seas. The winds won't always be fair - it's our job to learn to use them.

[@svdeezknots]

Good comment. That was my first question as I watched this. He waited for trouble

[@IanHFoster]

It's odd the number of sailors that are oblivious of heaving to! I once went out to a 40 ft sailboat calling mayday! I was in a 15 ft rib,,, got on board. Told his missis to put the kettle on while I hove to! They'd been sailing 10 years, and it was the first they knew of it At least he got to taste some bunderberg, An embarrassing situation,,

[@judynewey7798]

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[@Gottenhimfella]

The last resort should never be the engine. If you can't heave to, and are getting flushed inshore, put out your best anchor on maximum scope.

[@TheCloudhopper]

A big thank you to VMR Bundarberg and to all volunteer marine rescuers out there, for keeping our sailors safe. For going out to sea to rescue those in need in conditions that nobody else would dare to face. Thank you.

[@JohnDrummondVA]

You paid your dues, Barry, you deserve the help, man. Love you, Captain!

[@lets_go_see_]

i have kept my mouth shut for quite some time but rnough is enough! You have a vessel which is falling apart. You are under powered (when there is power). How old are yur sails? How well do your bilge pumps work or do they? Time to stay close to shore and i won't say (old man) because i too will be sailing th high seas soon and am not that far behind in age. The diffeence, a properly equipped and sturdy vessel! God bless !!!!

[@ysesq]

its money. barry has little so his boat is garbage.

[@rachell0uisa25]

What's garbage is such a nasty comment.

[@vickipearce9332]

Whenever I feel I "should have been more adventurous" with my life choices a video like yours reminds me I never had/gained the skills required to survive! I think you are braver, cleverer & altogether "more" than you give yourself credit for. I salute you!👏👏👏

[@philgray1023]

Very good point Vicky. These are learned skills. If you did the training you would know how to survive out there. The average person doesn't, and you don't get this from KZbin. One the best teachers is experience. Requirements for ocean yacht racing is that a percentage of the crew must have current Safety at Sea certification. Should be a requirement for solo sailors too.

[@johncampbell9216]

I went through this exact scenario a few weeks ago. I tell you what though, no way on Earth could I have managed to film my ordeal. Barry, you sir are Badass!!!

[@buzz5969]

I’m guessing you dont live off a KZbin channel as your income, storms and dangers get clicks.😊

[@johncampbell9216]

Correct.@@buzz5969

[@hoperules8874]

@@buzz5969...as your primary income...

[@user-zq7fb4ot9k]

Now this episode was certainly an adventure of an old sea dog.

[@danielmcneil3004]

Wow Barry, that was a very rough night. But glad you made in safely with the tremendous assistance of Bundy Rescue. Those guys deserve medals for risks they take. Three cheers for them, and very glad to know that you’re safe and well and ready for the next passage. Cheers, Dan. ✌️⛵️🇨🇦

[@briangilliland3620]

I shuddered watching this. Being able to capture this in those conditions was amazing. A big reach out to the Bundy VMR for their courageous work and skills. Fan(bloody) tastic!

[@petercrane2065]

Much respect for you Barry, But I have to ask, you are 200 miles from safety with 70 litres of fuel, Why would you not burn fuel to ensure you get to your destination before you are engulfed in a storm which you openly admit makes you very afraid, Surely your safety is more important than saving a few litres of fuel?

[@wiserman100]

The noble and courageous seafairing community live on in an age of increasing selfishness! Salute to all involved! Thanks for staying human.

[@geoffroberts1608]

Wow Barry,I’ve been following you for years now and that was the most frightening experience you’ve ever encountered. God only knows the turmoil you went through.I had a tear in my eye when I saw that Angel come to your rescue. What a journey you travel and thank you for the raw emotions you shared with us. Many blessings ✨💫🫡

[@Upgraydez]

The rescuer becomes the rescued. Life comes full circle. Now just gotta close the circle on the voyage. What an adventure, Barry! Hats off, Cap'n!

[@johnmact5548]

Barry glad you made it in safely. You had a lot of people worried for you. Top marks to Bundaburg rescue and all lifeboat crews around the world of which you were one 10 out of 10🙏

[@frogsintheforest]

Bloody hell Barry, that was too close. We're very pleased you're able to tell the story.

[@dinkcirillo1025]

I love Bundy Rescue. Thanks for all you do...❤❤❤ Damit you made me cry..love you crazy Barry..

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Thanks so much

[@4englishlies875]

It is a sigh of a wise man that calls for help when they need it. I'm so very happy that you made it a shore safely. It to rest and then repair and then continue the adventure. God's speed Barry

[@sedataybar871]

Big round of hands goes to Bandeburg rescue team. God bless them and many other Rescuers around the globe like them. This was truly a terrifying adventure Barry and you managed to come through it in one piece. Thank you for surviving the storm to tell us your epic story. You are a remarkable man and a very good Captain. I salute your indefatigability and courage. You put a tear in my eye while watching the whole rescue operation. I hope Mark will recover in no time. Happy sailing and enjoy Australia. Best wishes. 😊

[@spitfirered]

So Happy You Made It Barry And That Rescue Came To Help You While Being All Alone On That Big Sea, I Praised Them And You For Being Of Such Courage, Much Love And Respect, Wendy

[@ianPedlar]

You are a very capable sailor, capable enough to know when to ask for help and not stupid enough not to ask for it :) God bless you!

[@mikehogan9265]

That was incredible! And terrifying! The VMR volunteers perform such a great service at risk to their own lives. As a Queensland local and boatie I am really happy to pay my annual subscription to my local VMR. Never called on them but you just never know when you'll need them.

[@davidbroman8391]

Glad you are safe Barry. Hats off to the Bundy crew. Heading into danger when everyone else is heading for safety.

[@kingneptune8937]

Lessons learned..prepare your boat well in advance, make every thing ship shape and in good fashion.

[@M440iUK]

We all need a little help from time to time. Good to see you and the volunteers safe and sound.

[@downunderprojects9322]

Welcome to Aus Barry. Can't believe you buggered off after one little breeze. Sail down this beautiful and scary coast to Tassie and we'll show you what real weather is! Glad your safe. Enjoy Indo.

[@andersnilsson6625]

So nice to see that everything went well in the end, and thanks for sharing everything that didn't go so well. It is so educational for us who are thinking of going out and sailing like you. For example, I've learned that if the engine doesn't ALWAYS feel reliable, it will let you down just when you need it most. And that applies to all equipment from sails to self-loadings and yourself. Thank you so much for everything Berry! And fair winds 💕😄😃

[@pastorjerrykliner3162]

In the words of Gordon Lightfoot: "Does anyone know, where the love of God goes, when the waves turn the minutes to hours?"

[@CristiNeagu]

Oh man, that song...

[@pastorjerrykliner3162]

@@CristiNeagu It was November 10...1975...

[@CristiNeagu]

@@pastorjerrykliner3162 Some things never change.

[@patcummins6036]

The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald?

[@pastorjerrykliner3162]

@@patcummins6036 Yup.

[@terencet1018]

I don't fully understand your situation. Was the wind offshore or on shore? It looked as if it was offshore. Could you not heave to or run off away from shore? Do you not have a drogue? In any case, I am glad you and the boat made it.

[@philipsnettleton]

Welcome to Australia. I am the skipper of "Hustler".

[@nooneanybodyknows7912]

Barry, that was hard to watch. You were as close to capsizing as possible without going over. Thanks to Captain Mark and then to the Volunteer Marine Rescue. Thanks for sharing.

[@outdoortherapy6596]

Glad you're safe Barry, and it's so amazing to live in a country where we have a marine rescue who do such a great job.

[@brutusbarnabus8098]

OSG, I started watching your channel when you had less than 20k subscribers. You have held that engine together with bubblegum and duct tape for as long as I can remember. I hope that this brush with disaster compelled you to rectify the situation. You were literally in dire straits. I post this with the utmost respect for you. We would like to keep you around. 😎👍🏻

[@ronaldwarren5220]

Praise God that you are still afloat and breathing.

[@AlA-ok5jh]

Times like this after radioing rescue call a prayer comes next. Prayer many times changes things.

[@phlanjo]

Your little additions of 'that night' or distance to shore really helps me follow the story. Great work, Dorset will welcome you back when you're ready. The groundwater level is +100m right now! PEACE

[@mpojr]

Barry we all know you are a great sailor but we do worry about your safety glad you made it.

[@davidwearne4176]

thankyou for having the courage to post this - your a brave and inspiring man - so glad your safe and well

[@Smugginz]

Wow! Youre safe and shady still floats! Thise volunteer boys are heros. The fisherman was unreal i hope hes safe

[@petersacharias4862]

Hi Barry, well done to you for filming what you could in those conditions Great to see your rescue went well and your safe! Fellow yachtie here ive also been rescued by sea rescue, such a relief and many thanks to them all for being there for us all Cheers mate, and fair winds

[@fishing-fiend]

About time you trade in your old Perkins for a decent reliable new motor,,, you'd have been ok with a bit of reliable power on board

[@davidc6510]

WOW Barry what an episode from the Old Seadog. The tension, fear, and angst, and joy were evident as you made it through the night and the Bundy Sea Rescue came through with flying colors. A pretty emotional tale and although it was a few months ago I bet it still gives you a haunting night or too. Thanks for sharing.

[@OptionsRealty]

Glad you made it through Barry. While watching this I couldn't help but recall the quote from recently departed sailor and boat builder / designer Paul Johnson, “Heavy weather doesn’t bother me or my vessels. In fact, I rather enjoy being scared. It makes one feel alive.” And known for his motto in life: “Never be afraid to be terrified.”

[@loribadgero1035]

Glad you were close enough to land to call for assistance! What an experience!

[@lloydbrown9327]

I understand we all love to sail, because we are sailors. But if a storm is approaching, I would be motoring, until I get to safety! Why put yourself in danger when it isn't necessary? Stay safe 🙏

[@nielsthalens5156]

That's what I was wondering too

[@chris-yale]

Exactly if it is that dangerous out there and with sea state calmish before the gale surely put the Donk on for a few hours and get you out of the worst.....unless of course you have no fuel🤔

[@lloydbrown9327]

This video isn't recent, I think it was awhile ago, when he left NZ and ended up in Australia, due to the storm!

[@wcads623]

Totally agree for me it looked as though Barry was in real trouble there. I could not understand why he did not start his engine when he could have motored closer to safety. He really needs to sort that engine in particular and generally Shaddy is looking less than optimal. For me Barry is really pushing his luck recently I think he needs some R&R away from the boat otherwise his great adventure is not going to end well.

[@wcads623]

@@chris-yale I suspect that may have been the real issue. Unfortunately Barry is at the more marginal end of YT sailing channels and maybe needs some revenue generating schemes advertising, merch, etc etc.

[@hearsephantom]

Glad you're safe Barry, and a salute to the Bundy Rescue crew!!! thanks guys for your service!

[@paulkent5755]

just a thought but maybe it would have been safer to turn around and heave too out a t sea and wait for the storm to pass

[@georgewashington7444]

That’s what I was thinking. Head out farther-deeper heave-too until it passes. The land is more dangerous in these conditions…glad it worked out for Barry.

[@jcmjcm1945]

I want to say it can and will happen to anyone no matter how experienced you are and from a million dollar yacht to a 100 dollar yacht. I have worked SAR for 15 years and Berry 100% did the right thing. I am greatfull he is here with us and will be for a long time to come. To those Captains who enjoy life to the fullest.PSS my dad is 87 and sailing and chartering yaichts. Its the love of a seadog and the experance that counts not the Age...

[@roymurrayanderson7573]

I actually tightened up physically when that wave broke across. Best of luck Barry! You’ve earned it.

[@piecesofbrokentime4803]

❤ Cap'N Barry, Your editing conveyed the soul chilling loneliness you felt with such skill. I hope you've been keeping notes for the actual manuscript!😊 ❤ ~ T

[@timothydevine7064]

Glad you are back Barry!!

[@reggiefromnz6088]

Wow that was hair-raising and a big thank you to Marine Rescue Bundaberg for getting him back on dry land safely. You guys are awesome.

[@tov5392]

I have a few things; The fact that you were able to do all that while filming is amazing! Also, how in the blazes do you get a rope over in seas like that? Is it really just a matter of throwing until it succeeds? I've watched your channel for several years now and I'm always glad to see a new post. Those dolphins were giving you their blessing. I'm glad you made it through the storm, have fun down under!

[@andrewbrown2063]

Ione can’t usually outrun a storm, engine or no engine; in this case I think an option would have been to ‘Heave To’ and ride it out. As part of the Heave To mode one can ‘Fore Reach’ which is (in the heave to set up) to take in the main sheet enough to power the boat forward, up the front of waves, and then let it out on the descent; this will slow the leeward drift towards land. I suspect gunk or grit in the bottom of the tank blocked the injectors; though treble filters should catch that.

[@seanjcameron]

Take on an allotment Barry, much safer. ❤ Glad to see you are doing fine now. All the best.

[@michaelraine4665]

Good to see you safely back in Australia, Barry. A great rescue by the VMR Bundaberg . Cheers Michael

[@outdoormatt2177]

Cyclone? i live in Hervey Bay just down from Bundaberg and we havent had any Cyclones for years, there was plenty of wind though i went windsurfing in the exact storm you were in. that was just a big front that pushed up from the south, very common in the southern areas, sometimes they reach us if wild enough.

[@barb-9352]

Oh dear😮 Can’t yu turn back? This was an epic moment of survival and the heroic action of people who volunteer their skills and lives to help those at sea. Thank yu!! So glad yu and Shaddie made it .

[@susan304]

I have been very worried about you. Many prayers for you and your guardian angel. I love your videos. They are REAL !

[@gras4744]

Thanks for the realism Barry. It just shows that anything can happen to anyone no matter how much experience you have. Keep smiling and sail on.

[@stevenfogerty2110]

Hard not to respect and admire the Marine Rescue crews around Australia. Glad you're safe Sea Dog. Best wishes

[@bobbyb9371]

Welcome to Australia Barry. You've got soooooooo much to see and do here, but, first things first, a cold Bundy rum and coke to settle the nerves from a near tragic arrival. Big love to VMR and Mark the skipper of the fishing boat, hope the arm heals quickly mate. Cheers, BobbyB.

[@rolfsvensson5777]

Thank you rescue folks! I had to use them too when i lost my rudder! Great video! Thanks!`

[@Syl-Vee]

Such an ordeal and such lifesavers are the VMRs. I'm very grateful you got through. I have heard you emphasize options in previous videos so i can imagine the icy feeling you felt inside when you realized you didn't have any. Thanks for posting and great camera work, considering!

[@hughburgess4168]

Fabulous video Barry. I’ve had that experience of having a lifeboat throw a line onto my boat and then struggling to attach two loops to cleats on either side of the bow. Then a two hour tow whilst soaking wet and cold. But euphoria when my boat was tied up to a pontoon and I was standing on the pontoon! Scary stuff…but the relief was amazing. So pleased that you are safe! ⛵️

[@TheSkskitey]

Glad you survived that ordeal Barry and you made it to Australia . Stay safe and i hope your having a big rest :-)

[@Robzilla501]

Every good book has a chapter of danger and fear. And after comes another page to turn. May you have many more chapters

[@old5andimer713]

Capt'n Barry .. You shoud be congratulated for getting all your ducks in a line in preparation .. anticipating the worst possible case .. accepting the Good Samaritan attempts .. then your experience kicked in, and called the Bandaberg Volunteers .. Good show mate ! .. I don't know about Telegraph ? .. I'm "Old School" with technology .. Thanks for sharing your most adventurous episode to date .. Stay well.

[@Erwin70000]

So glad you were safe and a big shout out to the fishing boat and the successful rescue team! We really need each other in this crazy world!

[@flyifri]

If you were never afraid than you could never be brave.! Every day is a brand new test and it looks like your boat passed with flying colors. Glad you are safe and look forward to your number one lesson learned moving forward with much love and thumbs up for being here.! The place would not be the same without you.!

[@DobDog151]

Holy shit Barry. I was waiting for this video. When this happened and you posted on FB about it I donated a few bucks to the rescue org on your behalf. Seeing this, I should have sent more. So grateful for folks like this.

[@esseelettronica8507]

Your guardian angels were wonderful, may God always protect them and their families. Facing the sea in those conditions was truly incredible. Thanks again for your efforts in your rescue, stay safe: greetings from Sicily.

[@phil3921]

Well I think you handled that pretty calmly and professionally if I may say so Barry! Great to see you safe and sound and all credit to the volunteer rescue team.

[@peterwisk6797]

Barry while you are a good sailor, you made some wayward decisions, failed to set your main engine right and ready, did not alter course and fall off to avoid the cyclone and made good folks come rescue you, who were injured. Bit disappointed to say the least mate. Not going into the other issues like letting your main nav tech assets nearly fail yet again, and who needs the filming when your well being and the lives of those coming to rescue you are involved. Shape up ship mate.

[@boatmanbenjamin]

Legendary Status achieved ! Thanks for your creations Barry. You're a warrior. The channel continues to get better and better.

[@rcgrizz]

First again! Love following your adventures! Barry, in my haste to be the first post on this episode, I did so without first watching. Oh, my goodness! So glad you came out on the other end safe and sound! And thanks to the rescue crew who helped you. Peace be with you and the Buddy rescue association.

[@ericarcher3865]

So glade your OK. Keep up the good work and hang in there. You're living the life a lot of us have wished for...

[@MikeLoveBuns]

Great sailing video! Mike from Missouri

[@jonathanscott550]

Thank God you came out of this horrific experience with the weather. Thankyou rescuer's and the fishing boat that 1st gave it an attempt. Hope the fishing boat's crew or was it Captain has his arm fixed up.I have noticed all around the world communities that are on the water Great Lakes Oceans ect most all have volunteers running a rescue services.Very important that people donate or help out in ways that are a benefit to them.Until the next video you Ole Sea Dog take care

[@mark95b77]

Barry glad you’re good..always enjoy your videos very much! Any clues on the engine issue(s)? Clogged/ dirty fuel, bad pump? Thanks again I always learn a bit from your stuff. Thank you Be safe

[@farmerkevin]

You're a lucky man, not just for the tow but for being able to experience a real adventure. I'm glad you and your boat made it to see more adventure.

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

Frightening my ass you got more balls than most sailers I know, I'm 61 yrs old and known some shrimpers and taggers that would whimper to what you do! Your an old seadog and that's a fact, love ya mate, looking for some more videos ❤

[@pillybent]

Have watched all of of videos so far. This one touched my heart. Times when you need help at sea. Donation made. Stay safe.

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Much appreciated

[@saturday7]

Hey Barry, if you see this, I wonder what would be your storm tactics in future? Interested to know your analysis of the event, the decisions made etc. The perspective of an experienced sailor looking at the ordeal in hindsight would be most valuable. Well done coming through, it's sobering to see the other side of the cruising life.

[@Harleyhb2703]

Glad you're oke Barry, what an video this time. Wish you wel.

[@RichardPhillips10]

Well done Barry, you survived and that is what counts. I do think you should have a think and talk to people on 'lessons learned' and what you can do to stay safe, as bigger storms are out there and often so far from land that help will not turn up. My own thoughts are that you could have done more to prepare the boat: take *everything* you can down and off deck to reduce windage - no jerry cans on deck, no wind turbine, if possible get squeaky down below (or at least fully deflated), if possible no solar panels. Ideally you wanted a storm jib and trisail - and even rig those and take down the main and genoa completely. You have far too much on deck for these conditions. With a bit more preperation, you would have been fine down wind with a good drogue out the back - ideall a jordan series. With the boat set up better I *promise* you that you could have just tucked in tight, been reasonably comfortable and waited this out.

[@saxet9049]

So happy you made the right decision and called for help.

[@andiharper4498]

Obviously, I’m glad no one lost their lives, albeit a fisherman has suffered a broken arm and lose of livelihood. All credit to the Bundie volunteer rescue...very brave. However, I do wonder if it was avoidable and having undoubtedly analysed the whole situation what conclusions you have made. I personally view your unreliable engine as the principal reason for you getting into trouble, but there are other factors. Having followed your vlog for some years, I know you were suffering engine issues prior to your two-year lock-down in New Zealand, the same issues that plagued you prior to setting out to Australia. Did this impact your decision not to motor upon realising the storm was coming two days out? What was your rationale for not turning around and heading away from the storm?

[@JR-ii4lq]

Doubt your comment will get a response, I recall watching those episodes with the engine trouble. The decision to proceed and loose control of the boat & give up? No storm anchor, not even rope paid out? At odds with Barry's experience, and usually cautious decision making.

[@patrickhorgan8389]

Sounds like a query for Yachting Monthly 😂😂 I doubt you'll get any answers from Barry. I hope he visited the fisherman and thanked him as well.

[@andiharper4498]

@@patrickhorgan8389 You might be right, but I think my observations are valid and merit a response especially given his RNLI days and level of sailing experience. Its not all about beer, pizza and singing!!!

[@patrickgraham4303]

Absolutely agree with Andis comments. I feel that at this age of the game, given the miles he has done and his experience, he should have a boat which is well able to handle rough weather. To not have storm sails, to enable a boat to sail offshore, in bad weather, or hove to, is a bit of a oversight. A reliable engine, is not rocket science and should be a given, but must not be your only means of escape. It is a shame that this guy had to rely on others to rescue him and I know it makes for drama and plenty of hits on his channel, but I would not put to sea without the means to do my utmost to look after myself.

[@andyedison2416]

Absolutely was avoidable, he knew his engine was unreliable, also no storm sails, no drogue? As soon as he took down all his sails he lost his ability to control his vessel. With his experience there is no excuse, he can’t even say in the end that nobody was hurt so it all ends well, what about the fisherman that ended up with a broken arm. Barry needs to question his decision making, maybe it’s the pressure to continually produce content for KZbin.

[@WildWoodlandsSW]

Wow,what a great adventure,and rescue. Subscribed. Best wishes.

[@vidadepuerto]

Happy to see you again!

[@Cowboys-bm4wh]

I’m glad you made it back ok. I could only imagine how helpless it must feel being at the mercy of the high seas. My dad is a sailor but only in lakes in the Oklahoma and surrounding areas in the USA. So I have so much respect for sailors that sail in the ocean especially by themselves. Stay safe out there Barry.

[@enriquelaroche5370]

So Barry , What would you do differently to have made this less of a bad situation? My first thought was about the engine. (Reliability) was it dirty fuel? or gunked up filter or what? The storm looked pretty bad ..like a bad June day off the golden gate.

[@AusMarineRobotics]

Well Done Bundy VMRAQ and SeaDog for your great support! Bundaberg QLD is famous for both its rum and ginger beer which happen to be the only ingredients required for a popular local drink known as 'Stormy Night'. The perfect tonic for sailors caught in cyclone season.👍

[@bubbleobill267]

Why didn’t you start motoring towards land earlier?.