Ep 56 Sailing Solo from Madeira to Bermuda - Part 1

[@sailingalabanda8516]

“I guess this is my way of challenging that”. What an inspiration. Thanks for this Patrick.

[@KeithFolske]

Keep challenging that.

[@georgelupont9976]

That was quite the amazing answer that I think resonates in a lot of us. Love you Patrick

[@malachy1847]

@@georgelupont9976 Great muse from Patrick...["Something's Lost and something's is gained by LIVING every Day." ... From the song,"Clouds got in my Way"..]

[@davidcaskie6680]

“I guess this is my way of challenging that”... couldn’t have said that any better! I was asked almost the same question, “Why do you want to sail around the world?” My answer was, because it scares me and tests me. So keep facing the challenge!

[@Zoltarswim]

Parce que, Because... You are the coolest dude. Speaking French, hiding lyrics in your videos, and conquering an ocean alone. Fair winds voyageur!

[@patricklaine6958]

Thanks for the kind feedback as. This is a lot of fun (for an old guy).

[@Cptnbond]

Patrick, you are such a fantastic sailor and storyteller. I must also say, besides excellent camera work, you, a master captured just the right sound of the waves and the gurgling sound of your stern - it feels like I'm on board with you. No silly background music, just you and the ocean. Thanks for that. Cheers.

[@patricklaine6958]

Thanks for the very nice feedback Sgt bond. Far too kind.

[@johnmorrow4719]

Great for us guys who had to swallow the anchor.

[@thaitom449]

​@patricklaine6958 hi Patrick ,fantastic adventures that you are having, I have a quick question, why did you change from your Bavaria?

[@cajone7591]

"There's a feeling I get when I look to the west .." - Led Zepplin :) Nice reference Patrick, so glad to see you are still pushing your personal envelope, long may you continue. Wishing you fair winds sailor !

[@rogernelson3859]

There are at least two lyrical references ... maybe more! 'Me up on my pony on my boat' - Lyle Lovett ... and I haven't finished the video yet!

[@SonOfAnders73]

The ocean is wild and over your head And the boat beneath you is sinking Don't need room for your bags, hope is all that you have So say the Lord's Prayer twice, hold your babies tight Surely someone will reach out a hand And show you a safe place to land

[@richardrawling1874]

Keep challenging life's progress Patrick - do not stop until you have to - I do it in a sea kayak, but the means do not matter, your intent does. Inspirational..

[@robertfury295]

I’m 51 and I get that feeling often that maybe the best years have gone by. Or more accurately I want to ensure the best years are in the future. And that’s why I’ve chosen to sail the world soon. I found a fabulous wife that’s going to accompany me on that journey. Our business is close to being built that will fund the adventure. Thank you for your videos. I sailed a couple times in boy scout summer camp so I’m depending on KZbin videos to learn, as silly as that sounds. I’ve already learned much about the craft in a short time watching you and I appreciate your calm demeanor when experiencing difficult circumstances. Hopefully I can model the same behavior and stay above water. Cheers.

[@alionstrail]

„I guess it’s my way of challenging that“. What a great way to end part 1

[@MaShcode]

Your vlogs are refreshing to watch amid the drama and music soundtrack din of the majority of sailing channels. Always something to glean from your escapades.

[@patricklaine6958]

Far too kind MC. Much appreciated.

[@stirfrywok2927]

The dolphins swimming in front of you is nothing short of magical. This is fantastic, and thank you for brining us along on your adventures

[@centermid7mb]

Yep, spot on mate. We all look that devil in the eye. I'm closer to the end than the beginning and trying hard not to let the old man in.

[@jcheck6]

What are you doing to stay "young?"

[@stephon4661]

Thanks a lot for this video Mr. Laine! This was some serious veteran content for a novice like myself to study and fully comprehend how to be prepared for ocean voyages. You, dear sir, are a TRUE SEAMAN!👌

[@patricklaine6958]

You are far too generous with your praise Stephon, but thanks anyway. Fair winds. :-)

[@adrianpiek941]

I just wanted to say that I'm proud of you. Fair winds, Patrick.

[@johnnewman8412]

Starting a voyage with a Led Zeppelin quote - you never fail to surprise me Patrick. Looking forward to this series immensely.

[@johndaarteest]

And then he finishes it with a Bonnie Tyler one.

[@edfrhes]

Thanks for taking us along.

[@itwithcarlos]

Hey Patrick, I really enjoyed watching this video!!! I will look for more. Thanks and take care!!!

[@christopherkingsland4604]

Your comment at the end of your video "... your way of challenging that." was great and heartfelt of me too. It's not over until it's over.

[@sailingfordummies.capt.sli4811]

It NEVER goes by unless you forget those times. As long as we keep the ones we lost and the days of happiness in our hearts, there is nothing to feel sorrow. Love and enjoy your videos a lot. Wish you always fair winds sir.

[@MikeSantis]

I can say that your last words describe also the way I feel and why I decided to pursue more sailing. Great to see you out there Patrick. Fair winds

[@javierechevarria1548]

You are my hero. You know how to enjoy life. When you lost the spinnaker … you had an outstanding attitude. Congratulations for another amazing video. Félicitations !!! Congratulations !!!

[@normanboyes4983]

Always a pleasure to watch one of your videos. I think your audience is as pleased to see one of your videos appear as those dolphins were to meet up with you.😉👍⛵️

[@impresscoaching]

It's always a delight to see that you've [posted a video. They never disappoint, Thank you.

[@ameenshareef8718]

I am 70 Patrick, and I understand. Thank you, again; it is inspiring to watch your sailing videos.

[@Skipperjames]

Love what you have done. Not many do that. Smaller boat and bigger adventures. Only getting caught up a little now. Great going Patrick ⛵️

[@patricklaine6958]

Many thanks SJ. Am following your adventure to Orkney. Good on you. :-)

[@johnglanville6897]

“Every now and then I get a little bit nervous that the best of all the years have gone by. And I guess this is my way of challenging that.” ~Patrick Lane That is the best reply that comes to my mind, which as I get older seems to spring more and more leaks, that I can recall. Thank you for putting it so perfectly Patrick. I've been watching your videos for several years, we, we've been watching them, my soon to be wife and I. If you make it over to the USA, into the Chesapeake Bay, we would love to buy you dinner and beverages of your choice somewhere.

[@patricklaine6958]

Chesapeake was on my original plan John. (I went to school in Annapolis.) However, the initial passage took much longer than planned, so Plan B, direct to Newfoundland, interceded. Maybe next year........

[@ericvangansbeke9783]

Très bien fait. J'adore les commentaires et la représentation réaliste de la vie à bord. J'attends avec impatience la suite. 👍

[@svamour4574]

Patrick, you are living the dream. You are in paradise; these are the best years of your life. I hope to see you out there one day my friend.

[@robertdurio509]

Time sucks the life out of all of us. All we can do is use what remains to be best purpose. You are showing us the way that's done. Fair winds, shipmate.

[@matthurst2053]

What a brilliantly touching final comment. Totally hit my heart. Inspiring. Thanks.

[@SuperFebras]

Merci Monsieur Laine. I'm glad you are again out at sea and sharing your adventure with us. And let me tell you, you are doing a fine job. Muito obrigado.

[@ahsanmohammed1]

Thank you for the tour. Please provide lots of shots of the ocean. Sunsets, mid noon, sunny, cloudy, moons, traffic, sea life, etc. Thanks.

[@mauriceaguiler1184]

I am extremely appreciative of your videos. You're a great teacher. I thank you for inspiring me!

[@patricklaine6958]

Thanks for the kind words Maurice. Fair winds to you.

[@mhansl]

You are an inspiration, Patrick.

[@kigamboni56]

Keep up the challenge Patrick. Age is just a number!.

[@TomCraigRunamuk1]

Quite the adventure you have undertaken. I envy the journey.

[@peppepre1]

Your last sentence on this video it’s so spot on. Thank you

[@javierechevarria1548]

Patrick you are awesome !!!! I do love your videos and your attitude. Congratulations !!!!

[@themarcbon]

The best closing statement ever. Thank you!!!!

[@stefanor8187]

...with my modest english, i also got "i guess my best years gone by, and this is my way of challenging that". Interesting point of view Patrick. Also interesting that route from Madeira. Cheerio to life Patrick, and, as ever, Fair Winds

[@easternyeti]

I used that fuel bottle trick to get a diesel truck with a failed fuel pump off the road the other day. I just kept refilling the fuel filter and would get a few 100 feet before it would run out again : ) Thanks for the idea!

[@chriszanf]

Not only do we get a new video from Patrick but its a 2 parter and no waiting for the 2nd part! Today is a good day!

[@Dstew57A]

How thoughtful and sweet that you honored your fellow Aviator. “ George is Flying the Plane now”…….

[@crcastillo7607]

You sir - are living the dream! Only 12 more years until retirement and I too will (hopefully) fulfill my dream of sailing the Atlantic

[@Anmeteor9663]

An appropriate quote for you all on... Good sailing.."To be truly challenging, a voyage, like a life, must rest on a firm foundation of financial unrest. Otherwise, you are doomed to a routine traverse, the kind known to yachtsmen who play with their boats at sea..."cruising" it is called.Voyaging belongs to seamen,and to the wanderers of the world who cannot, or will not, fit in. If you are contemplating a voyage and you have the means, abandon the venture until your fortunes change.Only then will you know what the sea is all about. "'I've always wanted to sail to the south seas, but I can't afford it." What these men can't afford is not to go. They are enmeshed in the cancerous discipline of "security." And in the worship of security we fling our lives beneath the wheels of routine and before we know it our lives are gone. What does a man need really need? A few pounds of food each day, heat and shelter,six feet to lie down in -and some form of working activity that will yield a sense of accomplishment. That's all- in the material sense, and we know it. But we are brainwashed by our economic system until we end up in a tomb beneath a pyramid of time payments, mortgages, preposterous gadgetry playthings that divert our attention for the sheer idiocy of the charade. The years thunder by. The dreams of youth grow dim where they lie caked in dust on the shelves of patience. Before we know it, the tomb is sealed. Where, then, lies the answer? choice.! "Which shall it be: bankruptcyof purse or bankruptcy of life...? Sterling Hayden

[@JohnMiller-ub8dy]

How true ,known to many but ignored by few .

[@SVZonda]

Patrick I have followed your journey from the very beginning and really the only word to some up this latest trip is “Inspirational”. All the best Richard SV_Zonda

[@mp6756]

The solitary nature of crossing an ocean alone in today's world is a very attractive proposition. Drinking water eating simple meals and sailing the boat never looked so good. Thanks for sharing the trip for the past 23 minutes and 48 seconds I forgot.

[@jwiswall]

That color blue... pictures and video never do it justice. You just have to go see it for yourself. Great video, thanks!

[@ahsanmohammed1]

16:57 Priceless. Thank you!

[@jettynz]

You have an amazing way with words Patrick! Thanks so much for sharing

[@SerbanOprescu]

Good to have you back.

[@philipgriffin6000]

Enjoying your stories very much, as well as learning a great deal! Thankyou.

[@allsearpw3829]

Hi , your amazing adventures are so full of planning and if what,s along the way . You take it all in your stride and jog on to your destination . Fair winds Patrick . Thank you for the video .👍

[@giantELF]

Hi Patrick. I alway love listening for your lyrical shout outs. Led Zeppelin and Pink in the same episode. You've outdone yourself. Safe travels.

[@patricklaine6958]

You missed two that I can remember. :-) you're slowing down!

[@bos6782]

Impressive solo sailing. The maintenance never ends. Thank you for the video

[@mortenbraathen]

In previous episode, you said you didn’t know where to go…I felt you had something extraordinary up your sleeve…and you did👍U’re a great inspiration. ⛵️

[@Petitgaaateau]

May not be as cozy as Isabella but wow, such a faster boat! Tough nails for the spinnaker. I would have been thinking about a workaround for DAYS and probably would have lost sleep over it.

[@chrisbirch3765]

Thank you for that Patrick, always good content and I really enjoy your thought process when things go wrong. Stay safe matey.

[@Deerwood1985]

A true gentleman, a great inspiration, I follow you with admiration and respect.

[@simonwetu]

Patrick always a joy to watch your you tube channel and commentary of your voyages. Please keep up the great work!

[@StemtoSternSailing]

What else should you have done Patrick,,,,,, sit down in a chair somewhere watching the rest of your life to pass bye.... dont worry the armchair has killed more dreamers than exploring has ever done. Keep doing your thing for as long as the gain balances the catch. Thanks for bringing an inspiration. Best regards from Jarle

[@jeangirard1695]

I love your way to be at sea 😊! Thanks a lot for sharing all these very learning informations. Maybe you will find the way to answer but precisely I am looking for your solar panel fixation 😋😋.

[@adrianvalbuena8158]

Patrick!!! with this smaller sailboat you look a bigger sailor.... at least to me!!! THX bor the videos!!!

[@georgebetar923]

Another wonderful video from a gentleman and patriot!

[@shenbryl]

You are inspiring, both from your adventures of course but also your restrained character of form and style at all time.

[@miketoynton5366]

Thank you for this. Very inspiring!

[@sailing_tassies_adventures]

New to sailing myself, I find your videos give me insight into the world of sailing. I appreciate your honesty also, given your tremendous experience and yet you still have 'more to learn' and make 'mistakes'. Many thanks for posting.

[@Isarddubois]

I was thinking about the fuel filter change during poor conditions. Isn't it an idea to have a filter in parallel, so you can just switch filters by switching 2 3-way valves in front and behind the filters?

[@graphguy]

New to the channel... never sailed a day, but have thousands of hours motorboating. My hats off to your determination and sense of adventure.

[@Maddie-Girl]

Best of years have not gone by my friend as long as you can continue doing what you love your best years are now,,

[@Chris-fh2cl]

Inspiring words, thank you!

[@SailingKaruna]

I really enjoy watching your videos. As much for your life philosophy as your seamanship. I always learn so much. Inspired by you too!🙏

[@chrisperry5472]

You are an inspiration Patrick. You have more ahead of you than you can fathom. Keep up the videos and the tales of your great adventures 👍

[@vegemite3245]

Keep challenging it! I wish I can do the same after I get out of this ferris wheel of working life.

[@junk_rig_81]

Patrick, the older we get, the more we feel alive! And thanks for putting that Led Zepp' tune into my head.

[@lampshuk]

Wait a minute! That's not a Bavaria! I clearly have some catching up to do ... Great video, Patrick. Many thanks.

[@troubleshooting114]

You’re an inspiration to so many of us x

[@griffedbat]

YES!! Definitely needed this. Keep pushing Patrick, and thank you. Fair winds!🍷

[@oldsundance]

Liked the descriptive comment to the tight parade formation of dolphins. Have to admire what you do!

[@goodq]

Skip! Always always a lovely day when you post a video! Thank you.

[@williamlee2016]

Thank you Patrick. You are right on. I only ate freeze dried food + what my wife air-dried for me. I also had (like you said) 90 days of food for a 15 days trip. Those were the best meals to cross the Pacific solo. And your setup for sleeping is the best spot. I did the same, starboard quarter next to my Iridium Go and my Grab Bag.

[@johnkinkead5799]

Exceptional Patrick!

[@patricklaine6958]

Many thanks my old friend (in both senses of the word). :-)

[@hrmacdonald4471]

Patrick, you are a very positive & inspirational person and I don't mean just about sailing. I always feel upbeat after watching your videos of adventure & challenges. Stay safe!

[@huntsail3727]

"It's a new day, time to turn the page on some bad news" - Classic. Good to see you back, looking forward to what comes next. Fair winds.

[@Catalina27]

I like that you seem to keep the boat upright most times, I spend a lot of time practicing setup and trimming to keep it flat, I find it fast and comfortable.

[@ehugo2862]

Thank you, Patrick, I have been retired for two years and plan to sail my boat to the Bahamas from Texas and your videos have renewed my inspiration to move ahead. I had gone through a slow period but am back in good health and ready to move on. Kudos.

[@patricklaine6958]

Good for you eh. Have some great adventures along the way!

[@Jeraestone]

Just found your Channel again Patrick after more than a Year...will now follow your Exploits and Challenges more closely as you really are very Generous with your Time explaining where when and How you are going ...Top Sailing Points To you 👍

[@patricklaine6958]

Welcome back Jeremy and thanks for the kind feedback.

[@georgepeat5269iearth]

You could be gardening in Saskatchewan, waiting for rain and didn’t make a choice to get sailing. I think it commendable what you are doing. Really enjoy your sailing, commentary& thoughts. You have my vote to stay the course as you can, as long as you can. 🍀🌏👌

[@magdakaniewski]

Great part 1 of your crossing. Just a comment about priming fuel. I have plumbed in a squeeze bulb into my fuel line supply between water separator and engine fuel filter. Makes priming a breeze and no more digging around the engine while underway. People say that they are not rated for diesel, but they are inexpensive and I change them out every 2 years. In a pinch you can always keep pumping to keep engine running if fuel pump on engine fails. Fair winds.

[@patricklaine6958]

Thanks LS. My new boat is fitted with a squeeze bulb. I must admit, the first change of filters was remarkably easy. I'll keep a close eye on it for any degradation.

[@glennrudolph9867]

Your ending thoughts were awesome…. and your not alone … well said

[@jayknight850]

I have 2 scuppers in the cockpit of my boat, I can drop a screwdriver on the foredeck and it will bounce, ricochet and otherwise make its way to the cockpit scuppers, then plop! Can’t imagine a open transom, I wouldn’t have anything left aboard! Thanks for taking us along!

[@patricklaine6958]

I was VERY concerned about that too, but so far it hasn't been much of an issue. (I did lose a small bottle of diesel that I use for priming, but other than that, nothing.) Fair winds

[@darrellstyner0001]

I'm pretty sure that if I had a boat, I'd go out on the ocean too. I lovett when you quote songs:).

[@HBG1973]

Amen to you Sir. Captain, keep bringing in those videos. God speed.

[@daves231]

Great to see you back Patrick. Thanks for doing this.

[@martinrasmussen]

thanks for sharing your great footage, and thoughts about sailing and live🙏🏻 have a save journey and looking forward to next episode. Cheers from Martin 🇩🇰

[@kurteichmiller7135]

You are a brave man!

[@umbTraining]

Happy to see 'part 1' in the title.

[@skyjockbill]

Love your song quotes. Show us a little bit about how you cook, settle down for the night, etc.

[@anguillaanguila7255]

challenge is great - good voyage

[@robblaauboer5862]

Dear Patrick, you have an exiting trip and my respect for your goals……enjoy and keep safe! Looking forward for the next upload😊😊 With regards ', Rob Holland

[@HristeBože1888]

Brave and inspirational journey, looking forward watching the other videos. Safe travels.