Hawaii 2021: Inside Singlehanded Sailing with Christian Williams

[@patricklaine6958]

I think any sleep-deprived solo sailor could easily identify with those philosophical ramblings mid-ocean. ;-) Godspeed as you proceed underway to 79.

[@ChristianWilliamsYachting]

Hi Patrick, and Good on ya.

[@MiQBohlin]

This is a meeting of two of the very best channels in the sailing world. You guys are very reliable in telling a extraordinary story in a totally natural way. Without the unnecessary “constructed action” as others, only the naked truth of your own personal experience.

[@oldrider]

Laine & Williams, everything else is just fluff!

[@edwardfinn4141]

Christian Williams good on ya both. I’m sick of waiting out Covid… I’m going to the Carribean to sail my boat..

[@MiQBohlin]

@@edwardfinn4141 Sorry to hear that. What kind of boat are you sailing?

[@jeffreyhamlin4382]

Christian is a real sailor, not a pseudo youtube celebrity pretending to sail. I love this guy. He is the real deal.

[@Invertatude]

Hopefully he will never cave to the pressure to sail around in a bikini lol

[@yandenuts]

He also does with just enough sytle to make it look ever so easy..

[@robheirbaut8525]

@@Invertatude It's the probably the other way round: when filming he ádds clothes :)

[@TsarOfRuss]

i asked myself why he shaved even though he doesn't have to look good for anyone

[@MrHAPPYHAWAIIAN]

@@TsarOfRuss routine

[@sailingvesperonthechesapea8111]

Well, this was one of the more unusual but very entertaining solo sailing videos that I seen. But the one thing that really hit home, Christian, was your little speech about consciousness and it not being any different at 17 or 78. You see I’m 70 and there are many times that I feel no where near that age. The only thing that brings me back to “reality” is when I see myself in a mirror. You put it into words perfectly, that feeling of self that, at least to me and you, is somewhat ageless.

[@hopeitssnowing]

Thank you Christian for sail and Bob for this comment. This really hits home with me even at the ripe old age of 39. I still feel like I'm 18 until i look in the mirror too. Christian "That's the secret, who'ever you are now, is who you'll be when you're my age. You are yourself, we all are, and the only job we have is to be it". I cannot like this more, thank you sir!

[@briansearles4473]

@@hopeitssnowing Just wait until you look in the mirror at age 65. Isn't there a song that say's "18 till I die"?

[@fibber2u]

I've got the same mirror at 67. I remember still working past 65 when it suddenly hit me that I was actually old and worked alongside people 50 years younger than me. I did not feel it but they could see it.

[@parkerssafes]

Yep. 52 here. The little boy in me hasn’t changed.

[@JdoubleU1222]

63 here and...well I am a musician so it's kinda' expected of us, lol.

[@The314moses]

Man, I have a lot of respect and admiration for this man. To make these long voyages at 78 years old by himself is unbelievable. It takes a lot of experience and knowledge obviously, but I think most importantly, a huge pair of balls. Dude is a straight up badass!

[@evinwhiteson4902]

Yes when youre young under 50 you can wing it. But after about 60 you need all the skill and determination you can remember.

[@thetraveller869]

As a mere 67 year-old I am impressed at your 11 year advantage in knowledge, experience and all the rest. When the topic of age arises I always think of my paternal Grandmother who was born in 1897. In 1997 we had a party to celebrate her century, and during the evening I asked her how it felt to be 100 years old. Her answer will stay with me for the rest of my life. She said, "It's just like being 20 - but your knees don't work the same!" She left us about a year later. 🙂

[@christ.8547]

G+d bless her heart ❤️.

[@dianacapstin8559]

Sorry for your loss ,but sound like she knows the answer to life very beautiful soul I’m sure she is proud of you. All my blessings to you and yours.

[@lovepeaceandrespect8808]

need money as well

[@jeffchantler9198]

Love that comment. For me, at 66, it’s the same as 20 but with a sore back. Keep plugging away!

[@philsails8885]

"You are who you are, and your only job is to be it." Inspiring words from a true bad ass.

[@pierre-pascallenck-santini8245]

in this age of the image, where people try to fit to an image they saw on the TV or online, this is indeed inspiring.

[@alalbatross6549]

I am 69 (my favorite number) and I came to same conclusion.

[@JasonWh]

I have learned one good lesson. "The art of single-handed sailing is mastery of reducing the decisions one must make under pressure". Thanks for the master class.

[@scottgibbs5903]

As a 66 YO struggling with the issue of mortality and burning desire to do something “ big”, your video inspired me. Thank you.

[@scottgibbs5903]

Your inspiration led me to act on a dream. I’ve just purchased my Royal Enfield Himalayan motorcycle. Next year is for planning and learning. 2023 is a cross country ride via backroads and small towns. Call it my own version of Blue Highways ala William Least Heat-Moon. Thank you.

[@chuckrobinson599]

@@scottgibbs5903 we need an update of Blue Highways.

[@711rico]

@@scottgibbs5903 enjoy riding and be careful !!!

[@Immallama22]

That's awesome! Godspeed man.

[@WaveformV1.0]

You doing it Scott

[@deweypug]

This is what its all about folks... intelligence, adventure, fun, problem solving, music and more fun! I feel as though I could hang out this man for days and never tire of his company!

[@The_world_at_large]

Lol I know eh, instantly comes across as one of those dudes you’d enjoy being around and work hard at not making him regret your company lol

[@softwarepearls4202]

After many months of watching and curating YT sailing videos, I have found my biggest hero! I'm 57 and you, Mr. Williams, have just proven that I can ignore any clock ticking thoughts. Super video. Thanks for posting!

[@jakevannatta9699]

After watching hundreds of hours of solo sailing, this can't be beat! Thank you for the time and energy spent taking us on the ride.

[@thedavesavoie]

This is the best rabbit hole I've had the pleasure of tumbling down in a while. Bravo, Christian! Such a wonderful series.

[@olofpettersson3920]

We have a saying in Sweden that goes "den som väntar på något gott väntar aldrig för länge". He who waits for something good never waits too long is the meaning of the text. This wait was worth it!

[@thebonuslevel]

I am now 40 and as an act of mid life crisis or just good old fashioned melancholy, i have decided to take some courses in sailing and get out there. I started watching your video and your quick refrain of contemplation about life and age and lustras is one of the most inspiring things. I showed it to my sister who has been aware of my recent interests and unironically told her that you are who I want to be when I grow up. Thank you, sincerely.

[@ChristianWilliamsYachting]

Welcome aboard: try this kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqjCcmmudpuZfpo

[@highvibe4839]

👏👏👏🎉

[@MrChuckDugan]

How did you get on? Am in the exact position that you were in. Signing up for lessons and shopping around for a vessel.

[@King-Lew]

I’m in the same boat you were in. I’m 38 never lived by water I was raised in Atlanta,Georgia but I’m learning how to sail.

[@gordonagent7037]

Sir, your channel came on whilst I was chatting with a friend on messenger…..at first I thought what’s a silly old bugger doing single-handedly sailing a boat, but then I got in the groove, the music, the pot drums, the odes, philosophy, game night quizzes, the reflections and you know sir, I was thoroughly and utterly entertained and it was probably the most enjoyable hour and a bit I have had in a long time, single-handedly watching your adventures. Thank you so much from Aussie

[@kenmunozatmmrrailroad6853]

These long philosophical esoteric videos of yours give a smile a mile wide! Thank you

[@MiQBohlin]

Probably the most personal and honest sailing vid I ever seen. 🏆 This is just the way I love it. The rough parts, the lonesome parts, the going nuts parts, the sunny part with no wind and the fear of reaching your destination.

[@FlesHBoX]

I really wish that there were more sailing channels like this. More sailing, less "travel vlog". Don't get me wrong, I definitely love so many of the sailing channels that are far more "travel vlog", but this kind of "real" is nice.

[@simplicity6564]

"Dinners about six if you decide to stay.". One of my favorite videos. Christopher is simply entertaining and educational.

[@chrisbailey6986]

Despite being thoroughly marinated in KZbin sailing content, this is my favorite sailing video ever, bar none. Thank you, Christian. I laughed, I marveled, I even got something in my eye. This was brilliant, funny, entertaining, beautiful, and deeply moving.

[@JeffreyHarthSailing]

The most entertaining (and educational) 90 minutes I have spent in a long time. Thank you for posting.

[@rowboatload]

Christian wins the internet with his combination of Groucho Marx, Orson Welles, and Maurice Chevalier. He's the one true 21st century Joshua Slocum.

[@hopefultoo]

Hope not. Slicum vanished in mid Atlantic. But get your point.

[@edwardfinn4141]

Well Patrick Laine is pretty cool, old or young

[@stevelittle8404]

My wife and I prepared a meal while watching your video, ate the meal, had a glass of wine, and watched the rest of it, all in one sitting. It was spellbinding.You are truly inspirational, and your video is the best movie we have seen all year. Thank you so much for sharing your adventure with us.

[@michaelwargo5702]

Sailing with " YOU " was " EPIC ". THANK YOU

[@MBdrummer3288]

You are an amazing man Christian. I’ve seen all of your crossings to Hawaii and have enjoyed them very much. I cannot believe you are 78. Wonderful. Keep going strong as you are.

[@growthandunderstanding]

Been a while since the last journey, Mr. Williams. Delighted to be aboard with you again! Cheers, and good sailing.

[@benjones8304]

As a 70 year old sailor, I am sincerely impressed and wholeheartedly congratulate you on your voyage. The video ain’t bad either.

[@djmydlack]

The single best yachting video, I am eternally grateful for your generosity in presenting your Self, shooting all you could and then caring enough to piece it together.

[@jimbojet8728]

Great to see someone actually enjoy the sailing. So many younger seafarers are worrying about all sorts of things that can and do go wrong with their boat whilst at sea. I worry for them even! You though, enjoy some good music a glass of wine a good book and leave the boat alone! Thanks for sharing your vid, I enjoyed it.

[@jimjam8949]

This is brilliant! Hilarious! Christian is boss! I'm from UK. But this jazz loving, philosophical, hilarious, nautical wizard and expert film maker is surely a US National treasure! Get him a TV show of his own 👍😍

[@scottkoppang8588]

Christian, of your three crossings, this was my favorite! Great adventure. Loved the music and video as you approached the islands. Enjoyed the banter and philosophical satirical conversations with yourself. The attention to detail you have with every inch of the boat and the regular checks was a learning for me- never assume all is well- proactively identify problems, address them or fix the unexpected issues that ALWAYS come up. I thought your previous crossing would be your last. So glad that you were able to make another. Thanks for the lessons in life, how to be a better sailor, for good laughs, and living out my dreams of sailing to Hawaii.

[@michaeldhoran5076]

What an amazing gentleman. A real sailor, living life to its full. Inspiring to see such a trip single handed, brave and a certain confidence in achieving your goal. I’m 57 and have started sailing and i hope some day to experience an adventure like yours. You have inspired me. Respect and thank you..

[@scottanderson2871]

Our hero, muse, nautical philosopher has returned!!!!

[@davidtiner4094]

Christian, I have your 3 trips to Hawaii and back tucked into my favorites folder so that I can replay them in sequence which I do several times a year. I was once a sailor and did some single-handed stuff in my Cal 25. But now I'm 78 and my health is such that I must enjoy what other sailors have accomplished. There are many sailing videos on KZbin and I have watched many. None are in my favorites folder but yours. Thank you for allowing me to sail along with you. Blessings, David

[@donaldvanvliet9039]

Dalida in a christian williams video…it just keeps getting better😮

[@zsolthorvath2340]

One of the most down to earth inspiring videos I have ever watched... I'm only 62 and looking forward to my next chapter in my life on the open seas... ....

[@SeasideSlowliving]

Sailing in the ocean has been one of my oldest dream. I am 47years old this year and will be taking the first sailing lessons in Florida next month. You have inspired me so much in so many ways. I really appreciate it. What a beautiful journey!

[@ChristianWilliamsYachting]

Good, try "Introduction to Sailing": kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqjCcmmudpuZfpo&t

[@dianacapstin8559]

Go for it !!! Enjoy be safe.

[@Aaron628318]

The transition from his mundane update to the segment of his arrival at Hawaii: the sheer majesty of the rolling ocean and the beauty of terra firma, set to Thomas Newman's music. I am moved to tears.

[@fordcannon4294]

Man these are awesome, i'm 23 and did north America in a Van and thinking about sea travel now. You really capture it all aspects but most importantly the spirit! Inspiring, old man - you're who inspires and models their role, keep on rockin'!.

[@johnf6267]

I love this film. Christian you filming yourself back and forth is great comedy.

[@DDixon3121]

Absolutely loved this video. You're an amazing 78 year old who lives life to the fullest. Good for you! I've been waiting for this video since knowing you had completed this voyage a month or so ago....it was wonderful seeing it announced. Thank you!

[@upnorthof60]

Brilliant and inspiring! ✌️

[@dulichion]

Christian, thank you, such a real and honest account! Love it, love the music, love the booze, all of it! Im 47 and just getting into sailing.

[@YuraEnjoji]

This is the kind of quality contents we need aired on TVs during these times!

[@THawk-kn8md]

Thankyou for taking us along on your grand adventure! as a Dad who works 45hrs a week and has a backyard farm I truly appreciate the time it took to do this😁

[@jayjaymc51]

This is such a treat! I love being able to live the life of a singlehanded sailor through your videos. Quality content Mr.Williams!

[@mrwattsclass107]

Thank you, Christian.90 minutes drifted by in no time at all.

[@billbaker9623]

..."You know you got to be careful of dead bees if you're goin' around barefoot, 'cause if you step on them they can sting you just as bad as if they was alive, especially if they was kind of mad when they got killed. I bet I been bit a hundred times that way." Walter Brennan was great. Thanks for the memory and sharing your latest adventure. You are truly an inspiration.

[@earthangel8730]

A dead bee never stings anything but a protruding stinger on a dead bee can pierce bare skin and be painful. Dead things don't attack. There's no such thing as zombies.

[@billbaker9623]

@@earthangel8730 kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5W4i4x_bNeWq7c

[@5212eric]

Bill, you got the reference too! Thought I must be one of the few. To Have and To Have Not. Best movie ever.

[@danielk4155]

Never seen such humor and taste from such an old dude, haha. You are the man!

[@NCAdventuress]

Just totally wonderful! Elegant, humorous, sophisticated and gutsy. TY.

[@quinn10ification]

I'm now on my second trip through this great tale, and it's even better this time around. Just brilliant!

[@flemhawker9134]

Me too🕊

[@JoeEasternShore]

Thank you so much for taking me to Hawaii again. I thought my wife was the only person who had conversations with herself. You're great and I love to sail with you. Also in my '70s and love your choices of music. I only get to sail the Chesapeake Bay, but every day on the water is treasured.

[@thecroftericmiller496]

Please keep living on the edge of the horizon, sharing those adventures, deep thoughts and inspirations. You have been a inspiration to me during tones of personal struggle. Thank you sir.

[@4569badboy]

I am inspired to begin solo sailing having watched you video. Did not think I could do this at 72 years old.

[@norml.hugh-mann]

Christian is such wonderful example of how the sailing community is just as devoted to teaching our collecton of seamanship skills to everyone we can as we are devoted to enjoying t sailing. Christian leads by example in his videos wirh harness use and constant attention to safety while also showing how its not hard to be safe and incorporating into every aspect of sailing only makes the sport more enjoyable by reducing risk. I hope he knows his work has helped a whole lot of people find a great new passion for sailing.

[@dirtbagsailing6635]

I'm 53 and just getting into sailing. Christian, you're my hero--I've watched your other two passages and started on this one. It means I have a minimum of 25 years left of sailing. Thanks!

[@michaele1278]

I'm 51 and just getting into sailing too. How I ignored this pastime so long is beyond me.

[@tartansailor]

This is an excellent movie, I say movie as this is much more than a video. You did a fantastic job at filming, editing and realizing this movie. I appreciated your lesson as I am about to set sail solo myself at 66 years old. I enjoyed every minute, all fell into place at the right time, at the right place. Congratulations. Richard

[@RonaldSchenkel]

This is just wonderful. I'm sailing single handed as well. You cought the spirit. But your humour takes the unbearable pathos out of it. Simply great.

[@Mahatma618]

One of my favourite YT sailors.Wise,old man.

[@wyattblackwood3927]

Definitely the most entertaining the most entertaining sailing video on youtube. I also enjoyed the insights of a very intelligent man. Thanks for taking us along with you !!

[@kennethrand4877]

I just found your channel Christian. Love it. I solo sailed in the Wake of Slocum right up to the coast of Brazil where I ran out of $. Your videos are bringing back memories and a thought or two of doing it again. At 74 I still have time.

[@thecastman12]

Brilliant as always! It’s not everyone I can watch for nearly an hour and a half. You’ve got nearly two decades on me and are a true inspiration that age itself is not a limiting fact. Fair winds, friend.

[@bobandreini6070]

My wife and I found this last night and said, looks interesting but now way would we watch the entire 90 minutes! However, we so enjoyed the video we couldn't believe when it was over! We are somewhat new to sailing, just bought our first cruiser this year and found this not only entertaining, but inspirational and learned a lot in the process. Thanks Christian for the video and making your adventures available!

[@demianpomeroy4000]

Well said. Thanks for taking us along.

[@darranpowell6481]

I am 50 years of age after watching you in action I feel very inspired to keep marching on awesome 😎 thanks 🙏

[@genecarlsonii3115]

Glad you are home safe...Loved the reworking of JFK's "Thomas Jefferson dined alone" quote.

[@montrealpaddlingandboating6482]

Thanks Christian for this fascinating video. I marvel at how a single person would undertake the challenge of sailing across an ocean. Well done!

[@dirkdesiron3409]

Hi Christian, I loved your video, one of the best I ever watched about sailing single handled. One can see you are alive when of shore! Big respect for the performance and thank you again for sharing your experience and phylosophy. Keep going youngster!!

[@christopherdutro168]

This is great I am actually considering selling my Corvette for a sailboat ⛵! I used to yawn when people would start talking about a sailboat. Thanks for making these.

[@pawzups]

The linguistic display and humour in this video is very much appreciated.

[@gerardoosio]

Well I have been connected to oceans in one way to another, sailing is one of my passion, but, for an unknown reason, solo sailing is for me, the most intense and romantic connection that a sailor could have. Excellent video, comments, music and footage are 5/5. Buena Proa Christian

[@makingwaves8393]

You have inspired me to start sailing!

[@ChristianWilliamsYachting]

New audiobook for 2022: "Introduction to Sailing": kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqjCcmmudpuZfpo

[@themusicalcorner4086]

You should defend sail! Good wind!

[@makingwaves8393]

@@themusicalcorner4086 Thank you!

[@jasonmacneil2256]

Am I wrong, or do you have a hole in your genoa sail??

[@mohdfahmi8841]

..em..

[@dulichion]

God, the last words you said ring true to me at 47, I have lived a lot in my time, more then most, and Ive noticed this very same thing. I am myself as I was, more matured, more in control, more thoughtful of my decisions, but the same. Thank you for such wise words!

[@earthangel8730]

Serious question... How do you know that you've lived "more than most"? The sheer arrogance of such a remark is a little disturbing to me. Is it not enough (for you) to be who you are without contrasting, comparing or judging how that ranks among most of humanity? Geeshe!

[@joshjohnson284]

I've watched several of these videos so far of singlehanded sails across the pacific and Atlantic. This guy did it in class and style! Love it

[@larryoliverius1200]

I am a sailor who had to sell his love, a Cal 2-27, three years ago when unremitting back pain kept me from walking. Since I could not walk on the moving dock to get aboard my boat, I had to give her up. I am hopeful that someday I will be able to walk, and then I will look for a new boat to sail. Since I have enjoyed your exploits on your Erickson 32’, and then your Erickson 38’, I really like the Erickson brand. I used to lust after a Catalina 30’ but now your sails on the Erickson has changed my mind. Actually I really want to thank you for your U-Tube shows, especially the solo sailing to and from Hawaii. Please keep on sailing and making U-tube video’s for your fans to watch. Watching you really helps me until I can get a new boat to work on and sail. Again, THANK YOU!!! From Larry in Oakley, California.

[@andyl-d6633]

Christian, what a pleasure, an inspiration and a joy! Beautifully produced. I have a smile on my face. Thank you very much for that. All the best! Andy

[@tedpetrocci2539]

Your quite the percussionist under sail while preparing Dintymore.

[@jonathanmarsh9263]

I just love watching Chris’s sailing adventures. Such an amazing sailor and story teller. Wishing you all the best Chris!!

[@ragamuffinthepollywog]

Simply Amazing! I am just a whipper snapper at 55 but found your ramblings, sense of humour and adventures motivational. Wishing you all the best.

[@TheRealChetManley]

I’ve been watching sailing videos for several years now, dreaming of the day when I can start living my dream. This is my favorite video. I love everything about it. Having a glass of wine with a spam sandwich as the boat rocks hard back and forth…figuring out how to fix the whisker pole and steering mechanism while solo sailing…shaving and keeping the boat tidy…hats off to you sir. You’re an inspiration.

[@KENNY-jv2ut]

Having watched this I have so many feelings going through me right now. Happy that I've been allowed to share this with Mr Williams and sad that this voyage has ended

[@knpstrr]

Great video. I am eagerly awaiting the trip: "Beyond Hawaii".

[@etherboy3540]

I'm only three minutes in but I'm just going to upvote this thing right now. Thank you Christian. I enjoy your videos. BTW, I bought the Alone Together audio book. It's next on my list for my work commute. I also have the Philosophy of Sailing book on my Kindle, which I highly recommend.

[@random123name1]

I love the audiobooks. He has a great voice and reading style. Highly recommended.

[@AthelstanEngland]

:) beat you by a minute and a half!!!

[@nonickname8292]

takes some low class to downvote it... this guy is TOPS!!!

[@thomaselliott573]

same for me, but it was so awful and useless I had to turn it off

[@marioadiez]

I am coming here to place the same coment, but I am at 6:14 Definitevfly, you won! Of course, thumbs up right now!

[@dwayneramirez2370]

I have seen this video numerous times. I enjoy it because it’s simple. But why I keep coming back to seeing it again is because it brings me joy the part you talk about age. I turn 60 in a couple of days, it feels good to age. Thank you.

[@1RURO]

Dear Christian! What an amazing adventure! You are my inspiration to live longer!! :) I'm 50 and a sailor, but man, I love your taste in music and general approach to life and sailing :) God bless! P.S. Keep writing. Truly enjoyed "Rarotonga".

[@docholladay7638]

YESSSSSSSSS..... I've been waiting years for this video. I knew he still had it in him. What a guy Christian is. He makes the absolute best single handed videos I've ever watched. I've never sailed I just live vicariously through him out there.

[@edwardfinn4141]

Doc, try ‘Patrick Laine’ he is also a single handed sailor , senior, on you tube. More reserved , but more technical then Christian,..

[@samsamtheadventureman]

Love your videos and adventures! This was wonderful to watch! Thanks for bringing us along 🙏

[@HumanityWillPrevail]

I could watch this forever. Solo long distance sailing is the best catalyst for philosophical contemplation. Thanks Christian.

[@americanworldsuperbi]

Mr. Williams.... I must say thank you SIR... I'm 47 and am a single hander living in italy on my 33' comet sailboat... I have sailed around corsica and sardegna and soon I know i will be sailing around the world.... At 50 60 and into my 70s... Your words will stay with me forever. The window of the world through these eyes shall forever be exactly the same... Nothing has changed.... consciousness unaltered by time... and still strong like bull... Frikin awesome.

[@sarahoceanhart8145]

I love watching you sing and sail! I long to be sailing and since I’m not, thank you for sharing your adventures. Amazing! 🥰

[@ArchaicHumansWorldwide]

Coffee and Oreos. You remind me of my dad who is very salty and when everyone else is seasick to the point of debilitation can be found at the helm grinning, holding a Heineken with Fig Newtons falling out of his pockets. I have got to make jerry can holders like yours. Very tidy ship sir. Those big visible chain plates in the cabin are very reassuring.

[@jonatanrennemark5659]

Loving every minute of this. Please continue to spread such fantastic, inspiring content over the internet. Thanks!!

[@robertgregory8936]

Thanks for letting me crew again. This is the fourth trip I’ve ‘taken’ with Thelonius. They cheer my day and lower my BP. I’ve many voyages under my keel, but none solo yet.

[@christianmyrill6127]

Im 70 and just started sailing 4 years ago. Just love your stuff. Won.t sails as far as you do but I know that when I do sail, will think of you ( and wish I could get that song out of my head!) God bless and here's to the next 10years.

[@prunesquallor3444]

Thanks for posting your latest sailing adventure. I’m #o happy to see you haven’t bought into the “take it easy” part of growing older with only your fading memories of past excursions as you recline in an easy chair. The reasons we do long distance sailing are many and varied. Each person must do some serious self examination like are we up to the task? I love how you describe doing a typical repair with only a few spare parts and tools, but mainly with experience and ingenuity. You need an eye bolt? You scavenge one from some other place on the boat. Ciao and namaste

[@jonelliott9157]

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed your other videos but this by far is my favorite. Thank you for such great storytelling and inspiration. Expertly done, Sir!

[@ryanh4889]

Another superb episode Mr. Williams! Although I am baffled as to why no spray dodger or bimini to keep the sun off your skin? Is it because it would adversely affect the wind vane? Dinty Moore rocks!

[@j.p.f.klooster2589]

I am 69, in my 70th year, making mine sailing course in a few weeks: Yes, learning sailing! This video has encouraged me even more! Thanks, was already a good warming up. I don't think I'll be ever see the big bleu waters, but sure it gives me the right kick under my but. Thanks again!

[@MrJayharr58]

There is no other way to put it you are a bad ass!! I’m 40 and can only hope to be able to do this in my mid 70’s . Than you have the fortitude to record everything!!! Amazing

[@cholder777]

I'm so glad you post videos. None of the "subscribe and like", background music (unless he is singing it or dancing to it😂), none of the BS. This is just a real man, a real sailor, sailing, and documenting it. Not only is he knowledgeable about sailing, but of everything on a boat, he is knowledgeable with mechanics, sewing, cooking, and fixing in general. I love watching your videos! I have fallen asleep countless times watching your videos late at night after a hard day's work with the vision of one day retiring and joining your sailing spirit on the water.