Bikes, Boats, and Broken Bits WHSE118

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I am a 28-year-old solo sailor working on my circumnavigation. My boat is a 27-foot-long sloop named Gecko. Follow me on my journey as I learn about heavy weather sailing, the trials of being solo, and my adventures in paradise.
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[@AriesLanding]

I've spent the last 6 months kicking my butt getting back in to shape enough to work again. This week I start my first job after a year of unemployment. You and many other sailing channels are what motivate me to pull my crap together. Thank you!

[@betsyc5644]

We just found you and binge watched every episode in the past few weeks. You brightened up a sad time in our life and brought up our memories of our 20s which were very similar to yours! We were living on St. John around the same time your parents met!! Thanks for sharing your life and your amazing talent as a storyteller and video editor!!

[@scot12358]

So glad you kept making youtube videos Holly. Nice watching your adventures

[@jerrysmith4461]

Don’t stop you are one of the best sailing channels 😊

[@t.a.ackerman4098]

I loved the "feels really good to be out here again". There hours later: "This has been the sail from hell"! Lol 😃😃

[@pauljolly9320]

What a gem you are Holly! Love your enthusiasm

[@MichaelHurd-mj4rt]

I love watching your videos. You are such a gentle, sweet soul with a beaming, infectious smile. keep the great content coming !

[@UUBrahman]

That short little three person dance together was priceless, natural, rare and appreciated - celebrating life.

[@chaunceywilliams8405]

Old trick to unplug drains, sinks and scuppers. If you have an inflatable foot pump aboard. Stuff it in the drain with a rag around it to seal opening. And push slowly put foot pressure on the pump. Cheers

[@doneddy2204]

Your style just keeps me coming back for more. May your travels be blessed and the wind from your back.

[@kimfisher7724]

Loved your video Holly xx. We are Kiwis and follow your channel. It looks like you enjoyed our amazing country. We hope you did anyway❤

[@DougVarble]

6:55 I just have to agree, “HUGE BALL’s”🎉

[@kentskor2055]

Those mountains are Remarkable!!!

[@akcarlos]

haha! imagine remarkable mountains near Queenstown

[@dal8963]

You are the only true sailer on KZbin not a dis towards them but a compliment to you. Seeing you have to rely on your sailing skills because you don't have a powerful engine or many luxuries others do its truly amazing your amazing 😊

[@saylaveenadmearedead]

Don't you love how Holly has evolved as a storyteller and artist? She was born in New Zealand, living on a small sailboat, sailing with her family most of her life. This gives her a unique perspective that none of your sailing KZbinrs can ever match.

[@ontheruntonowhere]

Holly's awesome but why is everything a contest with you types?

[@edfrhes]

How to sail oceans sails everywhere with no engine. Holly is a great sailor. 👍

[@daveg4963]

Holly is awesome and so are many others. Check out Salt and Tar. They built their boat from scratch.

[@marcoruis]

With every setback there is always a “luckily “. That must be the spirit to keep going and humor of course Dan cleaned😂😂😂 Oh and “future Holly” I’m 56 but I am learning a lot from this girl.

[@rod8823]

I'm 'subscribed' to a few sailing channels, but my 'bi-weekly' Mondays are the best! Thanks Holly for taking us with you on your wonderful adventures 😊

[@prey4surf1]

I dove in for you. Today was windy in the anchorage. I was lowering the dinghy to row in and meet friends for lunch. I took off my new Wind Hippie T-shirt so It wouldn't get sweaty. When a gust blew it overboard! So I dove in and saved it. Thanks for keeping my cruising dreams alive.

[@SamuelKTennis]

Correct, it sure is pretty! It is always a breath of air - not always fresh air, sometimes it is cold, dank and salty - but always a pleasure to hear your voice and see your sunny face.

[@priscilanienov5815]

Tiega looks soo much like your mum ! The part with the wild ducks! Love your videos girl!

[@inventiveowl395]

"Commandeered the van" xdd That's a sentence I didn't expect to hear ever xd

[@oldmadandkiwi]

Making me home sick . looking in back ground I had to give away my Yacht corrianda there during COVID as couldn't get back to NZ .😮 Awesome tube

[@jimmaughan1898]

This vid highlights your mad photography skilz

[@tomwilliams8675]

Holly, I know I've certainly enjoyed your adventures ever since you left the shores of Maine. I just love Tegia's laugh ❤

[@MsDiggens]

My favorite part of this video was seeing you swim towards the Gecko! I love watching your content, but you on the boat is what I'm here for!!

[@paulhawkins65]

I found you through Barry (the old sea dog), I multi day binged all your videos, I have really enjoyed your progression in storytelling and editing. You’re an inspirational person, motivating me to continue on my seemingly endless sv refit, that I intend to solo circumnavigate as well. Keep up the great work 👊🏽

[@novocain13]

I have now watched every single episode of your adventure, Holly, and I look very much forward to follow you further. You are awesome. Fair winds to you. Greetings from Norway.

[@jaydubya4727]

My hero (heroine? - your choice) I can't tell you how much I look forward to your videos and epic adventures! And thank you so much for turning us on to sailor James - working (not really "working", but you know what I mean) my way through all of his videos, too. You guys make my life better.

[@michellegaeb2291]

Holly is a PASSENGER PRINCESS 😊

[@brucerhodes8197]

Really fun video, we got a little of everything in it, the bikes, driving in NZ, a visit with Tegia (always fun), then back on the boat and off sailing again. Dan seems like a pretty cool guy, adventurous just like you... hope we see more of him down the road.

[@JCGible]

Thank you for another entertaining episode. I look forward to your nest one. 😊

[@DanO530.8]

Cycling is like the best exercise for a human it gets the blood flowing filtering into even better plasma your friend Dan knows it’s good to cycle…have fun everyone

[@Sharpiesailor31]

What an epic land adventure and a well deserved reprieve from the rigors of boat life. Man, the footage of Milford Sound was absolutely stunning. You are certainly a lucky young lady to be immersed in all these wonderful experiences and places. I’m happy to be along for a virtual ride through YT, so thanks so much for sharing the journey thus far.

[@sails3538]

You are one of my favourite YT sailors now. Congratulations on your adventures, your doing great.

[@saylaveenadmearedead]

Wind Hippies Rule!!! This is a very good video that could be a major documentary... You remind me of my younger days, extreme sports for the love of adrenaline or 'Organic Panic' . Thrills and spills, a hint of love interest, reluctantly returned to solo sailing and murfy laws sabotage you.... "what was I thinking " yeah, I have said that to many times and expectations for a true weather forcast.... Much Aloha from Kauai!

[@jamesherman8380]

Please don’t stop your KZbin video’s . I look forward to them . Thank you

[@bryancohn9406]

I enjoyed the randomness of this episode, vanlife, mountain biking, dance party, crazy bird attack, sailing. Capped off with barnacles! 🤣

[@Heretic10001]

Super fun to see what you are up to. Thanks for sharing.

[@lifesahobby]

Ive been watching your work the past month or two. You are very good at getting the story across . I know all too well how hard it is to document and do .. its truly a passion that comes from the thoughtful comments . Knowing that some eejit somewhere is enjoying the journey with you . So from my coffee table in my garden in ireland ill say thank you for the departure from my life for 28 minutes . Safe travels and keep doing what you do . This document of your time will serve as a tremendous encouragement to others. You set little fires in so many hearts . Thats what the point of it is. Regards Owen

[@garyplummer3863]

Loved the song Medic by Dexter & The Disciples during your bike montage! Love your channel...! Great episode!

[@MarkWYoung-ky4uc]

Hey Teiga. Haven't you heard. The bird is the word! 🦅😂Well I've learned one thing. Y'all are some serious bikers. "Be it ever so humble. There's no place like home!" 🦎⛵ Sail on Captain. Sail on!

[@SrJaime102]

Days ago I found by accident a scientific poster (I'm an oceanographer), and one of the authors was Teiga Martin...I said, wait a minute, I know that name. She is a cool versatile young lady.

[@OnStageLighting]

Shore Holly never seems quite as comfortable as when back in your domain. Great to see you back onboard.

[@georgemacdonald8899]

Looks like you had a good time in NZ, loved the biking video!

[@alexandramorkin400]

Great trip through New Zealand!

[@holodeckdragon8876]

Wow!! that biking in NZ was so freeing! loved the night shot of your face. looked like a floating head. love sharing your journey. thank you!

[@andydelarue9344]

Another great video , thank you for your wonderful explanation of all things single handed, you do sail a very great full way, a true joy to watch and lean

[@fgansell]

I loved your footage of your Kea encounter

[@19Loretta69]

Thanx for this episode. NZ do have wonderful nature but I prefer the Gecko episodes.

[@oldmanTony1]

You looked so happy whilst on your 2 month land break and Im glad the boat was not to musky when you returned, keep up the hard work, im really happy to be following you

[@oldseadogcb3130]

Two months break as a landlubber did you good Holly, but i'm sure being back onboard Gecko even with a few teething probs, and again being the Master Mariner of your own destiny will soon fill your senses with the ozone you love so much... "Fair Winds and Following Seas" Skipper🏴‍☠

[@itsmedaveh5516]

The scenery on this video is Amazing!

[@marcelofabian4490]

Holly ! Beautiful and really impressive video ! Keep up the good work ! I will be start sailing from Canada next September to Bermuda and down to the Caribbean. Hopefully I will be on my way to Argentina ! Keep the sunny side up and the water down below !

[@freebeerecords]

Back on the Geck! Nice. Thanks a bunch Holly!

[@peakrider4886]

Hi Holly. What an amazing time you had in New Zealand. But glad to see you back on the Geck. Looking forward to the next adventure. Best wishes, Richard, in UK 🇬🇧

[@donaldbaillie5224]

Hi, as a waiheke island resident and fan of your channel I hope you enjoyed your visit to waiheke 😊

[@user-ef3xh9yt7k]

I love your attitude and you seem happy and at peace. I just wish you had someone to help you because sailing and boat maintenance is a lot for one person.

[@ericr638]

You're such a courageous and brave woman I hope when I'm out there selling I have half the bravery you do, be safe out there

[@dougsrepair1060]

We admire how you take on life. Good for you.

[@maxmac7845]

Those Apline parrots are really rare.

[@jojacobs305]

Awesome adventure xx

[@TheEriefan]

You are a great and courageous young lady!! Keep on living life and enjoying what you do.

[@thomassackett4091]

i loved those vocal harmonies,from the RASTA SOUND....vocals always win me over.

[@tanioraaura1274]

really cool ,I think you're amazingly brilliant.

[@jefffinlay3477]

What a trip!Glad your back on the geco !looking forward for the next!love your channel so inspiring !

[@tomas5376]

Glad you’re sailing again! I appreciate that you can do just about any maintenance or repair.

[@tnllifeunedited9165]

Can't wait to see what you do next😎👍

[@ralphlendsusa]

I am truly amazed at what you're doing. You are truly a courageous individual. I would love to do some sailing like that.

[@calmwatersailor1947]

Bird poo on the sail cover is a real pain. I tie a length of line from the mast to just above the shackle on my topping lift. The line hangs a few inches above the boom, does a good job of stopping them landing there.

[@jonathanvince8173]

Wow so much in one episode plus a bit of danger too.

[@johnekins4408]

Love this video, so much good content.

[@underthetornado]

Gosh the places you get to stay at are beautiful!!!!😂❤

[@DebReed54]

So glad you have a nice vacay in New Zealand!

[@Twelvestonestacking]

2 month holiday does a lot for recentering ! Goodonyas!

[@Steve-Debs]

Next time you clean the hull try ear plugs, stops those little crabs getting in. Great vids

[@maynardsammons1538]

Beautiful countryside, the bird was a trip, and you took to mountain biking like a natural. Good times!

[@californiakayaker]

I know of Wilford Sound. I watched people hike from the other end and end at Wilford Sound. What a beautiful place for Kayaking. I am an experienced whitewater kayaker, up to class 4, and a Raft Guide, class 4. I have done class 5.5 !

[@rod8823]

Wow - You put so much effort into your vids - Thank-you😄

[@dantoddruns]

Shooting, editing, and voice overs is a ton of work. Lots of drone shots in this one to boot. When do you find the time.

[@frithmoore6631]

😊love watching what you get up to. Wonderful, brave, ingenious, quirky, adventurous, very inspiring.

[@boot5451]

i love the cooking part of your channel

[@markl1604]

Your Polynesian way is in the night sky. Read through eyes of a digital secure navigation system. Every aspect of wind & sea are described. Sail young one & avoid the southern stormy ports. 100 mph winds are for safely moored boats. Seek the life set by your own compass . But be wary of the black sails in Indonesia. You must sail to friendly ports my most adventurous one.

[@stevelawrie9115]

:) If you're not careful the Kea will dismantle your entire car.

[@Marka1230]

The timing of this video was spot on. I've just caught up with all your previous episodes today which I have binge watched over the past 3 weeks and was feeling a bit lost. Thanks for making me a happier person. Holly rocks🧜‍♀🧜‍♀

[@norman4991]

Another magnificent video, thank you.

[@murphmurph2124]

Very cool have fun Holly be safe

[@LynnMile22]

I've had some major appliance issues here at home and instead of my usual panic, I've been saying, "What would Holly do?" LOL it keeps me grounded to know how you live, and how you've been thriving. We don't need all the modern home conveniences! Thanks for just sharing your life.

[@mr.m325]

Cool...we spent a whole month touring the South Island on a KTM 990 motorbike....on chinese ny break for teaching in Taiwan

[@williesful]

So glad you got to Fiordland and see one of the greatest jewels of NZ and I don’t mean the rams balls 😂

[@alexandersunter4899]

Teiga like the music.

[@jodyssey9921]

I hate driving more than you do, to the point where I never got my licence. At the start of the video you said "beautiful driving" and I literally lol'd because to me riding in a car is anything but beautiful. I hate the goddamn things. 😂

[@jodyssey9921]

As an explanation my father liked to move the family from one end of Canada to the other every few years and we always drove. Spending weeks cooped up in vehicles several times as a child turned me off from them completely. I feel smothered and constricted in vehicles, except maybe convertibles.😂 I'm not claustrophobic, it's limited to cars and trucks and the like.

[@24hourtravellers]

Our sailboat had cockpit drains that led down into the laz and out thru a skin fitting too, they get blocked often so now how we have it is .. we drilled small drainage holes along the starboard and port side of the hull towards the aft where water would sit and gather. We have 3 holes about an inch in diameter on each side and now water runs down and straight out. Hope this helps.

[@petercroft9895]

Lol, you believed one of our weather forecasts 😏. Looks like you had a fab time in the South Island, it's an amazing place - but I'm a little bit biased. Some of the local boats rig a line just above the boom, to make it an awkward seagull landing spot. YMMV with that, it helps, but moves the problem someplace else.

[@EdwardSeatonSailings]

What a wonderful adventure! I'm hella jealous! And I learned about car eating black parrots! Wtf!

[@davidsachs4883]

I know swim caps are no longer seen at beaches and pools but might be useful when scraping barnacles to reduce stuff getting into your hair

[@braithmiller]

I am growing a crop it will be bad. New sails and clean hull continue onward

[@bruceabrahams4066]

Nice watching this post. I had hoped to sail up to say hello while you were in NZ, but I got too busy. Would have been nice to host you and let you ride the 42 traverse as well. I expect you'll be back in about 15 years so maybe then.

[@propertymanagement7011]

Thanks Tish!

[@lorenzoblum868]

Congratulations for your new sail and your biking skills and the barnacles. I've just realised this is my second time 😂 Congratulations for every thing and sharing some much joy and happiness.

[@markgallagher1376]

Thanks for nother awesome video!!

[@gcrew13]

Awesome footage/video! WOW