Burning electronics & sailing through inlets in sketchy conditions

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Sam Holmes is a lifestyle, not just a name.

[@johnbee7729]

SAM HOLMES .... A Lifestyle. Would be an awesome t - shirt. Great tag line ya came up with. And a drill as a logo

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@@johnbee7729 a drill is key

[@jbrat1967]

Friggin HARD core. The video doesn’t translate the treacherous nature of what Sam is living. Respect

[@TurnOffYourTV]

🙂. Friggin' RockStar.

[@dimml0r]

i dont think i have ever seen anybody with nerves that strong.

[@neilbest7810]

Staying calm when alarmed and when the pressure is mounting with multiple different stresses happening at once that are not in your control...... One of your best episodes

[@dimml0r]

agree

[@bernardlawson665]

SPOT ON!!! One of his best.

[@Seacracker1]

I agree one of the bests episodes❤

[@neilbest7810]

Don't smell electrical burning at sea. Makes you sick (probably the thought of the cost of replacing)... Once over the fact you're not disappearing into the drink in a ball of flames.... Rollercoaster

[@cosmicinsane516]

Crazy bastard sailed a hobie cat to the Bahamas. I’m a fan but I think he just legit doesn’t give a damn. Everyone has to come to terms with their own risk of causing their own demise with having a wicked good time. He seems to be having fun and not causing undue risk to others.

[@bogsplash8612]

If Sam says it's sketchy, it's definitely not plain sailing.

[@mgchegums]

“The pucker factor was high on that one” 😂 Well done Sam!

[@RetirementFund750]

This is why I put a fuse on everything. I’m glad it didn’t do much damage but I would definitely look into adding fuses to everything like that. You can even get aftermarket fuse boxes that have like 10 different things so you can run it all to one. Just make sure to put it as close to the battery as possible and don’t put anything in between the fuse and the battery.

[@utahjag]

Wow, possible fire on board, the only thing worse is an actual fire, glad you are peachy. Suggestion, instead of telling us you tacked or telling us you reefed in the sail, show us; Play it at 2X speed if you want, but I think the actual sailing things are very interesting and fun to watch, as much as the repair things :) Thank You for taking the time and showing us your adventures!

[@askingforafriend6540]

Yes. Those of us that are new to sailing would love to see how a seasoned sailor does these things.

[@utahjag]

@@askingforafriend6540 Not Sam so much but I have noticed a lot of sailing channels will say they just did this thing with these huge waves and it was so difficult, or whatever and I am like, you do realize you have like 4 cameras so you could show us instead of tell us, right? :P

[@ccbarnes5a]

I am a beginning sailor with huge sailing plans. I struggled reefing the main in a 10 knot wind on a Minnesota lake. I, too, would like to see how a real sailor pulls this off at sea.

[@christophernoto]

Electrical fires are no fun, and it doesn’t matter where you are! Good job tracking it down, Sam! P.S. Oh, yeah! You reminded me of an old saying, “Nobody dies of seasickness, you just wish you would!” All the best! ❤ See you soon!

[@sailingelectricgitana1286]

I don't know how he keeps that smile and demeanor whilst seasick, all while filming.

[@jacooosthuizen1886]

Well done Sam, i love your channel and that you bring us more videos these days and the length of the vids is perfect, leaves you wanting more ..... cannot wait for the next one, i watch a lot of the sailing channels, but yours is right up there with the best and most enjoyable channels, thank you! Fair winds!⛵️

[@JamieBowenSailingPlymouthUK]

Everybody laughs at my anchor… 55lbs on a 33ft boat. They say it’s HUGE! Seems just about right to me. I can’t believe some of the tiny anchors that I see on boats in the UK! As you say, when the proverbial hits the fan you’re going to wish you hadn’t been so tight down the anchor shop!!! ⚓️

[@johnenry]

No-one lost sleep worrying his anchor was too big!!!!

[@ricopo3522]

I felt that! Think a common fear is going offshore, but nearshore is where most dangers lay. Coming into a strange inlet or crossing a bar you're unfamiliar with is sketchy and nerve-racking enough in daylight, nightime... ooooofff. I've no shame in saying a few times when I didn't like what I saw I've turned around and done circles offshore waiting for daylight. Glad it all worked out... sure Sam slept like a log. Post stress crash.

[@Heathaze813]

Do a thorough inspection of your wiring next time you have some downtime at a marina! Never a dull moment on the water huh.

[@kenolson3064]

Anchor watch is pretty tough when you're sailing alone. I like my sleep, So an oversized anchor with lots of chain makes that happen.

[@billmoxon9506]

Mama Holmes probably shouldn't see this episode!

[@richhocker209]

The pickle pulled you through another one with Sam the man at the helm!

[@bernardlawson665]

GOOD STUFF!! I despise "liners" hiding runs of electrical wiring!! Watching you tracking down the source of the smoke is a reminder of the "unguarded' moment added as your status the "only soul "on board. My hat off to you. Once attempting to enter the CAPE COD CANAL with incoming tide in our face with a 15 knot South Wester added to huge seas and then a squall was a humbling experience save by my two able body sons crawling up to the bow to retrieve a 50-pound anchor busted free from its tie down. Captain! May I verse you "Home the sailor; Home from the Sea; and Home the Hunter from the Land. God Speed with a USN "BRAVO ZULU" [WELL DONE]!!

[@skaraborgcraft]

I recall getting literally spat out of the Faro entrance into standing waves, with a large ship blaring its horn coming in. That was 20+ years ago! Love the Algarve. You can anchor West of Tarifa in some comfort in a Levanta, and dive through the Straight when it dies. Gibs changed a lot since then, the Alcudia marina on the Spanish side is a good option.

[@dan711g]

Never a dull moment on the "Pickled Herring" God bless you brother! 🙏

[@GarySmith-up1un]

Amen

[@minuteman4199]

If that happened without a fuse blowing you have a design flaw on your electrical distribution system. Hopefully you have a good fire extinguisher.

[@brownnoise357]

Don't forget to have Checking out of Schengen Documented before you get to Gibraltar Sam, just in Case. Best Wishes and Fair Winds. Bob. 👍⛵️✨️✨️✨️

[@MaxPivovarov]

Next time, try to use suitable fuses on all electrical circuits. Fuses save lives and property.

[@wjstewdog]

Still hoping you find the deviant orcas and give them some therapy

[@michaelsenior7858]

How does seasickness work when brown bread and swimming with the fishes ....🤢

[@sailinggemini]

Well done Sam fighting electric burning wires and a rough night sail into an on knowing anchorage , hope you got a good sleep after all that😴

[@nogaffin]

Sam Holmes is my favorite sailor. He would stay positive if he was sinking

[@ludatrades]

I think an inline fuse should protect yout next USB port

[@lawrencecanright2541]

wow! that inlet made me nervous and I'm sitting in my kitchen. Good job getting out of that one.

[@faosa73]

So that's the inlet between Culatra island (at the inlet pier people call it Farol, Portuguese for lighthouse) and Deserta island. Too bad you couldn't get in, so that you could get all the way in to Olhão, you would love the fish market in there. Memories from my college years spearfishing in the rocky pier at Farol in the 90s

[@jaydubya4727]

"Everything happens at once" - oh yes - that's sailing for sure. Pucker factor was a definite 12 out of a possible 10!!

[@paulkent5755]

Do try the guadiana, a deserted widerness beyound Alcoutim

[@sandrootten]

Sorry you missed bar maramais at farol...😢

[@MrSychnant]

Another exciting journey...that inlet was scary..

[@Brad.whatthe]

Time to fit an electrical breaker board Sam, that was scary stuff, smoked pickled herring is NOT on the menu

[@ThisisMindoMint]

Your boat can’t make it through that little current? WOW how do you cross with that thing. You need something bigger with some power. Don’t know how you do it or why, I just don’t understand/ So slow all day and night.

[@tonybarnes3858]

You need a different channel.

[@MrJosephray]

sam you got some balls! that washing machine in the mouth of the river was scary!

[@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill]

357th subscriber LIKE; 2,769th desktop tag-along shipmate view about to happen. Having owned a car that was destroyed by fire due to a compromised electrical connection, I can understand any moments of tension you experienced. Coulda been a scary outcome, worse on a boat, when you can't just call the local fire department. Glad you found and solved the problem without serious damage. TBH - seeing "CE" on gear instead of "Made in U.S.A." always gives me pause. The Pickle in a pickle.

[@Username-qx9gk]

Just because it's made locally doesn't mean it won't try get you in the market for a whole new boat/RV.. I guess low voltage motorboat/RV products don't require any sort of 3rd party UL/Intertek testing. Yikes!

[@B_Ruphe]

Me too, VW Beetle, backseat was aflame in no time. Nothing I could do but sit on the grass verge and watch it engulfed. Fire brigade arrived about 20 mins later.

[@Karma-fp7ho]

Can you anchor at Lagos? Such a great place.

[@RoversAdventure]

Mesh birth? Tell me more.... I really like the concept

[@John_Long]

Great video Sam! Definitely sketch conditions there indeed...definitely high "pucker factor," lol! Thanks for sharing! May fair winds be with you my friend!🌬⛵

[@yabojabo8578]

With electrical fires and breaking inlets I'd be wearing my brown shorts. HiYo Silver!!

[@paulkent5755]

HiSam, shame you missed Faro/ culatra, the best anchorage between there and Greece. Tavira veryTricky. with tide over wind.and lots of fishing boats going past at top speed

[@wannabeentrepreneurpodcast298]

Got to love these Portuguese inlets XD

[@billmoxon9506]

After this episode am i the only one rethinking my bucket list? "Well gee whiz, if i no longer have the guts to solo sail around the world what's the NEXT craziest thing i was wanting to do?? Lol! Retiring on the golf course STILL NOT GONNA DO!

[@stevenholton438]

Your discomfort is our delight!😁

[@soberone6322]

Your optimism is inspiring Sam thank you lifestyle I love it

[@johnrode7109]

I said it before best sailing channel on you tube

[@simonpritchard6074]

Omg what a day! What did you do to deserve that??

[@VictorRogers-x3z]

Your optimism is inspiring Sam thank you lifestyle I love it. “The pucker factor was high on that one” Well done Sam!.

[@grahamsmith8122]

Sam, you need a pilot book. Faro has 10kn tide flow coming out into big seas, I know 'cos it cought me out! All your electrical circuits need to be fused, 10amp or less. Get used to the wind on the nose, thats the Med. Best cure for seasickness, stand under a tree. Tarrifa blows 35kn all the time but you know that now!

[@roadboat9216]

Wow, when it rains it pours, literally. I would say pucker factor. Dark, raining, completely strange harbor, breaker, shallow water………….anything else to add oh yeah, low on fuel and sleep. Yeah, pucker factor indeed.

[@nomehdrider]

Sam, on the electrical corrosion, my background is in non-destructive testing and we ran darkroom trucks. We used them to develop the x-ray film, the darkroom chemicals would play havoc with the electrical connections, we frequently had to replace outlets and various connectors. My guess it the salt water is much the same.

[@rosiegreddogyachts4135]

NO LAMINATE SAILS.. unless they are 3DI. Today’s dacron is so good it will keep shape and get you two for one.

[@SethJayson]

Really surprised that USB port didn't come fused. The $15 cheapos I put on my motorcycle from Amazon come fused, and they even give you a couple spares. You might consider buying a can of liquid wire insulation. It's small, brush in the lig, and it lets you paint a vinyl insulation coat on anything. I'd slather it over any electrical connections in your sea environment that aren't completely shrink-sealed (like the hoods on that USB port). One can will last you years, and they're cheap. Enjoy Algarve. I toured it by bicycle a few months ago. I get horribly seasick, but your vids make me want to learn to sail. Last time I did, I was horribly hungover, my friends ordered me a feta omlette at breakfast, and I was on a boat in a race (barely qualified as rail meat), no wind, heavy swell from a storm miles away.

[@Robotooo]

Shits on fire-->grinning Seasick gonna die-->grinning No f'n wind-->grinning About to get smashed in a turbulent current-->grinning Love you, man!

[@beardedwoodsman9692]

I always try to avoid crossing any bar on the ebb tide. They’re much more pleasant on the flood tide.

[@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill]

10:12 - an old song comes to mind: "Ride, ride, ride... the wild surf!!"

[@todmills]

The fuse in that circuit wasn't able to protect it? That's scary!

[@leversforever9748]

If there was one.

[@ContrarianCorsetry]

Thanks for the successive panic attacks! Going out to my boat to rip out all the electrical now!

[@kelfetingis]

I have burnt out my electrics via the outboard power take off. Shit bugger bummed etc $$$$$

[@B_Ruphe]

Hope Sam has rthe pluck to explore the Algerian coast. Orel, Algiers. Neglected area these days, thanks to "WoT" shenanigans, still being felt. Good people, Algerians, but you do need a bit of French.

[@brownnoise357]

PS. You'll probably be able to buy Stugeron Seasick tablets in Gib, they are brilliant as a Preventative, but Do Not take the recommended two tablet dose, you'll be fast asleep for 12 hours ! I take Half a Tablet about 30 minutes before going aboard, then Half a tablet with breakfast each morning for three to four days, depending on Cruise length and conditions. should have Sea legs in 4 days max. Bob. 👍

[@SunshineSailing84]

You’re gonna love the Mediterranean marina prices, further along the way….

[@geraldhinson]

Craziness but you prevailed! Nice. Headed to Gibraltar in hopes of seeing the infamous orcas?

[@leecowell8165]

Yeah did that years ago sailing out of the Ft Pierce inlet on a Hobie 16. Worse we had to tack several times just to get atta there as the wind was right in our faces! Fishermen up on the jetty probably thought we were nuts but hey one is only young and stupid once, right? We didn't have the jib out (roller furling rigged) however the main was full (NOT reefed). Probably blowing 20 knots and we were dressed in wet suits as this was right in the middle of winter.

[@stephenburnage7687]

The primary risk with 220/110V electric systems is an electrical shock. The primary risk with 12V systems is fire. Like you, I had a smoldering wire on board my boat and concluded it was time to do a complete rewire, including a new circuit breaker panel. If you do, dont cheap out with household wiring or welding wire, as the insulation can break down if in contact with diesel.

[@cosmicinsane516]

Lol the USB port was first thing I thought of. I expected it to be the Amazon no name ones, though. I’ve had so many issues with various cheap USB accessories I hate having them on my boat anymore.

[@eldiablo1221]

You need to fuse and breaker your wiring. If not to save your stuff then to save your boat and your life, Sam. Good video!

[@davidlj53]

Glad you found the problem, not knowing is always a concern! You managed well Sam. Killing the main power was a heads up move!

[@thedutchest]

With the mustache you look like Mr. Beast and Jobe from Donut had a baby 😂 love the videos! Keep it up

[@MattOdomcreative]

It’s good to see that even legendary sailors get seasick! What do you when that happens? Medication? Ginger ale? Grin and bear it?

[@TyeRod]

Been following you for a while. Same thing happened to me yesterday. I plugged in a 12 volt cooler and the electrical panel caught fire. was no fuse on the main coming to panel and the 12volt socket and usb were not fused and were daisy chained. i don't see who did this lol.

[@RulgertGhostalker]

oh those new sails Will Rock... i can't believe you have never had new sails, but it's ok to let a good dyneema laminate spoil you, because they stay like that, holding their shape over time, unlike dacron, which will spoil you; but then it is a slow let down over time, eventually into the same old stretched out baggy diaper sails situation.

[@GarySmith-up1un]

If you don’t like the way a Sailboat heels over in the wind, maybe you Should get a catamaran.

[@bgwhalley]

Who is we and us? Have you been at sea so long, you turned into Tom Hanks in Cast Away and have your volleyball friend Wilson who you are referring to we and us --because you look solo?

[@louisross9691]

Can’t imagine the rough inlet entry. “Sketchy” coming from you is saying something.

[@robertm4050]

Sam... Can you give me any simple thoughts on a boat to buy that is cheap and keep in a marina for possibly a couple years and then learn how to sail as I go? Got some cash and want a cheap place to live. I have electrical and carpentry skills to help with repairs.

[@drjasper100]

I’ve had a Blueseas usb plug fuse as well. There was definitely no water hitting mine. 🥴

[@jfdbcpv1983]

yeah those inlets are usually super sketchy, the ones in Alvor, Faro and the one in Tavira as well - the inlet in Portimão is usually the calmest to get in.

[@AndyArgentina]

Sketchy conditions in the inlets? Keep calm and smoke a Pickled Herring😎

[@sololon]

It's a pity that you missed the entrance to the Formosa estuary. There are some beautiful, quiet anchoring spots in there. For me, the best of all the Algarve. The entrance gets rough sometimes. Just have to wait for the right moment to enter.

[@imspartacvs]

Been following you on your exploits... Why not a hammock?

[@santiagovasquez1404]

its amazing how even such low voltage components can ruin your day.

[@mattroyle1087]

I learned recently that the chain lying on the ocean does more work than the anchor itself, but maybe that's just for big ships

[@muza1404]

At least you can't say that was a boring little passage Sam nothing like a good puckering to build character 😊

[@MrBammbalamm]

when i go under when its rolling i keep my eyes shut and just blink them open for a millisecond to find my way. It keeps the inner ear/eye confusion away

[@eatbutter]

your life is such a vibe

[@StrawberryGarcia]

I’ve always wondered why not a hammock? They use to be used as berths back in the day would seem to me that they would be highly advantageous

[@SailingAndInvesting]

That looked worse than haulover in miami. Another great video!

[@Jj-ff9vq]

Thst looked hairy stuff, and im conscious the screen never captures how steep a wave really is.

[@hmspain52]

Solder, and heat shrink is the only way. Amazon even carries those connectors with marine heat shrink.

[@martiguesmarc819]

my brother my best friend and me, tried to cross the Strait of Gibraltar with a small dinghy ,on s'est battu toute la nuit en essayant de ramer cotre le le courant, and we were lost in the middle of the Mediterranean for a whole day maybe 2 days until a military boat french got us back saved us .

[@Smokesteve]

Sam is like "we almost capsized ooh a dolphin!" 😆 😆 good stuff man.

[@Goodmannurse]

I would love to get into sailing!! What advice do you have for someone that is gust getting into sailing?? Would love to own a sailboat like yours one day!

[@gilray1977]

I'm surprised that when your motoring into waves with the main down that you don't tie a 'preventer' on your boom right away / as soon as the main is struck and secured ?

[@ElaynasBobs]

Your nailing that redneck look with the mo - mullet needs a bit more refinement tho :) haha love your channel man. Peace

[@alp6475]

Watch for the Orcas sinking boats around Gibraltar!!!

[@Ready4pressure]

I’m a little nervous Story of my life ⛵️ docking is 🥜

[@Spoon279]

Tune in next week as Sam battles Herring eating Orcas in the Strait of Gibraltar.

[@wallyklw5]

Killer whales?

[@rapido2963]

River entrance bars are worrying at the best of times. However, coming in over one at night ……….

[@roanjovitaro9013]

Wow not good with eletrik fire 😮. But you cut off elektriks and 👍🙏