Gale Force Winds and Major Trouble While Sailing to Alaska.

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[@AlluringArctic]

I just realised that the last segment about me getting fired and quitting from my translation work (at least for now) might have sounded a bit gloomy, but I didn't mean it like that! I think it has been a good change for me and I can always try and get new translation clients if I want to. But right now I want to delve deeper into this video thing! And that wouldn't be possible without all of you watching these videos, so thank you!

[@derekoneill6850]

One door closes another opens, best of luck to both of ye.

[@sarkybugger5009]

You've probably all been replaced by ChatGPT, or something similar. Let's just hope it is something better than Google captions. As one door closes, another one opens...

[@brettbarce8563]

It's all about the journey, enjoy it 🤙

[@jared1872]

I watch a lot of sailing ocean crossings, solos, cruising live aboard sailing etc. your boats and your goals are the most unique. And what you do is harder because you seek the cold and the lonely. (10 year US navy veteran, 4 Tran pacific crossings, many patrols from Central America up to Canada. ) I’ve been on the Columbia river, and lots of ocean in between. I will be fishing in Yakutat Alaska in July this year. I wonder if you will be beyond that point by then? I would love to meet you both and see the boat if you are there at the same time.

[@loribadgero1035]

It’s always a great day when one of your videos appears, Juho. I’ll always be a fan!

[@peterbrameld696]

Sorry to hear your news about your work, I have sent you a small gift. I love the videos very many thanks. I am 80 years old and have terminal cancer, but you videos take my mind off my problems and make me happy, thank you and every best wish for the future from the UK.

[@dcallan812]

Thats nice of you to help them out. I dont get out regularly so I can understand why its nice to get out a little via the computer. Best wishes. .

[@javiermorales6263]

Hi Peter Try to act and feel like you have no cancer anymore . First in your mind and spirit, then with your body. And the most important...always happy.

[@benjones8304]

Good for you Peter. Best wishes and keep your spirits up. Wish you well

[@tmsact]

God Bless You Good sir!

[@SlavaUkraine420]

😢 happy these gives you some light in what must be a hard time.

[@tree4408]

Something will come your way! You and Sohvi are two top-notch human beings! Thanks for another field trip!

[@craiggrocott7559]

Most other sailing videos are around 15-20 minutes and that is about my attention span as they are pretty repetitive, most are based in the Bahamas, your videos are amazing, 43 minutes of documentary style editing, truely professional, bloody awesome!

[@rbyham]

I am a sailor and watch a number of channels but yours is very unique. Keep up the good work and I am confident that it will work out well

[@MissX905]

Would you sail up in Alaska in the wintertime tho?

[@sallyjane8392]

I agree with your planning and description on gybing if you are on the top of the wave is best. The block was probably faulty or worn but I think the problem came with the main sheet ease. It must be eased as the boom comes over to take the pressure off all the fittings and release the power when the boat looses momentum. As all that force goes into the blocks and gooseneck. Otherwise a great video as always well done.

[@dustyroads834]

I’ve watched your videos for years now and will say you take thousands of people to places we will never see and things we will never be able to do. That’s something quite valuable at least to me. I will try to support you guys whenever I can. Hope everyone else will too. Thank you for you work and keep it up !!

[@stevecannon1929]

You’re in your own category…..the special inspiration no stupid ego category. Thank you 🙏🏽🥰

[@dansparrow1506]

It has been my experience that when one door closes another will open. That's life for most of us. I've watched you for some time now and always look forward to your videos. You are more than capable of creating a new path to follow. You have a vast knowledge of sailing / navigation to tap into. In addition you have a great supportive partner to help you achieve your goals. You are a man of courage and I am certain you will be successful in your journey. Hold fast! Stay the course!

[@valhemp]

You’re so calm and controlled. It’s an important thing to be when out at sea . Loving all your videos.

[@pinky2245]

Speaking as someone who knows nothing about sailing, I can see that you are very knowledgeable, experienced and industrious and the challenges you've faced you've dealt with so well. You and Sohvi have overcome so many obstacles together, I think the two of you can face anything. As for the loss of your job, I'm sure you have heard the old adage that "when one door closes, another one opens". You are a very smart intuitive man and you will see and seize the opportunities awaiting you. All the best for the two of you in the next weeks and months. I really enjoy your videos!

[@dsuslov]

the termination notice is a blessing in disguise! recently stumbled upon your channel and boy am I hooked! and another skill you didn't mention is that you're incredible at fixing things. keep doing this KZbin thing, it seems to be going great)

[@jacksgirl23]

Thank you for sharing it all with us. You guys are unique in many ways. Praying for wisdom for you both. ❤

[@HakanSjo]

Absolutely one of my favorite sailing channels. And I love the Finnish soul that sips through, you fins are special. /Ruotsalainen

[@joemcneil6602]

Youre an incredible video creator/ editor. You make some of the best content out there in my opinion. Good luck on your new endevor.

[@PG-eq5gh]

Thanks for the great videos! Wishing both of you happiness and adventure in things to come.

[@CliveGregory]

Now is the time to make positive changes and I hope you will grow as a filmmaker. I would love to see more of the wildlife you encounter in the remote areas you travel.

[@thomassackett4091]

i'm always looking for grizzelies....and orca's.

[@clarencebirdashaw8117]

I enjoy your film. When you think of sailboats you think of palm trees and sandy beaches, But you go the route less travel. Keep The faith. and keep recording.

[@mauriceaguiler1184]

I absolutely LOVE the fact that you outline your sailing strategy for us!!! You have a new follower! Fair winds, from the USA my friends!

[@dopechannoodles9791]

That’s some world class sailing y’all. Helluva job.

[@MissX905]

I think ist's a crazy time to sail in Alaska. Glad they didn't get into some really dangerous situation. They easily could have I think. Then the coast gurad would have had to save them. Why do it is my big question.

[@mwcinci]

Your videos are as good as travel videos get. I wish you nothing but success

[@jamesatotago]

Sorry to hear you are going through a tough time. Please know that your videos are inspirational and that a lot of people need this right now. So thank you for the work you do and all the best at this turning point in your life.

[@rts1115]

You have a great way of presenting your story, cool ways to film, and allow us to see places many of us can only dream of visiting - so a BIG thank you for sharing and sincerely all the best

[@sailinghappyhours9363]

Thank you for your wonderful channel, I really hope this works out for you on a full-time basis as well. All the best! Daniel

[@AlluringArctic]

i know i'm very late but thanks so much!

[@gregallen7045]

Thanks!

[@AlluringArctic]

thank you again Greg!

[@markbigalke4669]

During a 9 year circumnavigation, I utilized two separate preventer systems. First is a mid boom preventer/ downhaul attached to a mid boom bale leading to the toerail track with a 4/1 block purchase and a jam cleat on the deck end. Either have one setup on each side, or move the preventer after completion of the maneuver. As the boom moves towards the centerline just prior to the jib, control the boom as it passes thru the wind. Then re-prevent on the other side. Always in control comrade. The second preventer system is the typical end of boom preventer with a line leading from the boom end forward to a hawse hole and then leading back to a large cleat . This is in case we dip a pole end in boisterous seas. I just try to take care of the rig as well as possible, it’s a big ocean.

[@andrewkleinhenz8487]

Thank you for showing me a part of the world I otherwise would never get to see. I also admire both of your skills and calmness in situations where I know I would be on the edge of panic. I wish you both all the best!

[@flynfishak]

The inside passage, with it's narrow channels and high tidal currents is not for the faint of heart. Have been smacked around pretty good during trips up and down it. If you want to read a good overview of it read "In The Wake of An Alaskan Mailboat". The skipper of that mailboat and the writer of the book are personal friends. You can also read "Cheechakos" and 'This Raw Land". It's all good practice for the Gulf of Alaska ahead. :-D

[@bbayerit]

As one door closes, another door opens - such is life. Good luck in your new direction, whatever that may be! 🙏

[@LeeHemingway-eg6oe]

Thanks!

[@murrygreenlaw6522]

May 7, 2023. Hello, both of you from Salmon, Idaho USA. I live my boating dreams vicariously through your stories and videos. I love watching each new video you put out. I have never had the opportunity to venture out in the water past the Pacific Coast line. I'm a first-generation American citizen born in the S.F. Bay Area southeast of Napa where you were doing some previous boat repairs. My connection to you comes through my wondering of the adventures my grandfather had in his lifetime traveling the world's oceans as a ship's carpenter in the late 1800's and early 1900's. He sailed out of Glasgow Scotland. I never met him. He died before I was born. I only have a few pages out of a diary he once had, and a few of his woodworking tools. I do feel interestingly connected to the ocean and its adventures, and extremely enjoy hearing and seeing what you are doing on the water. Thank you for producing excellent videos for us to watch! I also love your choices of background music to go with the videos. From a small supporter of yours, Murry Greenlaw

[@lukewarmwater5320]

These people seem really calm and together, and I like how each potentially disastrous situation is taken care of by thinking it through and looking at the camera saying "Well this might get interesting..."

[@bertram46]

I absolutely love your video. Mister Harkin just passed away I believe you mentioned it was a Harkin block. I used to race on the great lakes and miss it so much

[@MarinaBatham]

Im a sailor and I love going places with you that I haven’t gone! You are unique! Thank you and I will be with you on many more!

[@rustneversleep]

You guys seem like two people with nerves of steel . 👍🖐🍾

[@209turtleboy]

It's hard to believe that Lumi is the same boat we saw when you found her, she looks amazing. Good luck on your new position, if your video quality has been any kind of barometer, you are going do great things. 🌬🌊⛵

[@davidh7142]

i was stationed in the alautian islands, we where the only humans between japan and alaska, and we got several sail boats come in because of equipment failure, welcome to alaska birthplace of the winds.

[@edgarmuller6652]

What a great video show In that narrow passage. I hope that you find your way in order to keep sailing like no one else.

[@janetkennedy5940]

Good luck with the new venture, I hope things work out well for you. I find your videos very interesting and always look out for the next one.

[@berger756]

I fly a Boeing 777 for a Major US Carrier, and often fly over Alaska enroute to Asia, Thank you for the different view of what is just narrow glistening cutouts of the terrain at 35,000 feet. Now I can appreciate both sides now!

[@Blitztana]

I admire such bravery the two if you exhibit. Watching you two is much like a scripted award winning movie. One minute there's beautiful cinematography, the next, it's edge of your seat drama. Well done you two!!

[@JLK-cv1ze]

Thanks!

[@AlluringArctic]

thanks!

[@deefa_damo]

Nice video, good to see some sailing in less than ideal conditions, and nice navigation skills - it is great when the electronics and spot-on and can assist in that situation.

[@martingoldblum1907]

Thanks so much for these videos. Your view has a sense of authenticity, when a thing is broken it is broken no questions, but the world doesn't come to an end. There is a real sense of coherence to your story line which carries me along. You are really lucky to have found Sohvi " she really likes light houses " So nice. Bon Voyage, will be waiting for the next one. Thanks again, Martin, NYC

[@Pillowcase]

Thank YOU for making videos of your adventure. You're one of my favourite channels.

[@culturevulture3382]

Beautiful drone work... as per usual. Thrilling!

[@rockymnthodad3047]

You make more sense (articulate) than most native speaking English I know (myself included), video content and production all superb, thanks much in all, fair winds !

[@Kespenny1]

Love following your journey! You are inspiring ❤

[@romanteni]

Your video, editing and narration skills are amazing! Love it. Hope you link up with Mike row or Les Stroud sometimes. Would make an amazing collaboration

[@broughtonchris]

My hat is off to you. Your thought process, and communications skills are uniquely excellent. You are skilled enough to create your own safety, but, I wish you good health and luck as well. Your method of speaking is calm and orderly and that is a gift to all of us as well . Thank you, Chris

[@loribadgero1035]

Your detailed explanations regarding the navigational challenges you face are what bring me back to your videos. The scenery is awesome , as well. You could try looking into translational services for medical centers, possibly. They contract with a company who you make yourself available to during certain times of the day. I used a service called ‘the language line’ many times while working. I don’t know what company owns it, but it is a possibility. I know it made my job doable. Best of luck to you!

[@3csv3]

Hello Juho, Your videos are great, and for sailors and lovers of northern landscapes / adventures, it's absolutely unique, so keep on doing them. And don't worry about your future on YT or as a videographer, if you are documenting your Northwestpassage, it will create a lot of interest, even in nonsailors, i'm Sure!

[@sharondavis8003]

Love the Arctic sailing with the beautiful snow ❄️ and you two taking to the white slopes ❄️👍🏻🇺🇸🙋🏼‍♀️

[@PNWwonder]

This is one of my favorite sailing channels. I have really enjoyed you two being on the western coast of the USA. My home! I am excited for your new chapter and focusing on video! Wish I could of bought you two a coffee, I am close to the port of coos bay or Winchester bay in Oregon. I found your channel not long after your first few videos. I liked that it’s not all booty shots in bikinis. I also like that it’s not all tropical sailing since I live where the ocean is cold and challenging. I hope the states and Canada have treated you well and that you may make your way back some day. I wouldn’t mind seeing a little of your day to day life on the boat and how you prepare for the longer passages. I do like the longer videos. Once a week would probably benefit the algorithm.

[@ericcsuf]

Terrific videos. Your drone shots are always outstanding. I have no idea where you go from here, but I have no doubt you will pave a new way. Good luck to both of you.

[@baynessoundview]

Your videos are exceptional. You will do very well in videography. Your channel is unique, and the two of you are loveable!

[@dukekelloway5328]

I'm sure you'll grow. There's so many channels that sail in the sun. For us sailing in colder more northern climates you are an inspiration and show what can be done.

[@markhogan77]

The quality of your video uploads and the shear guts you guy have navigating these waters is amazing - love your videos .. soo inspiring.. thank you 🙏

[@rocknsail]

12k views in just 5 hours without booby-thumbnail ! That's success baby. You offer so different, beautiful and quality content. Thank you ❤

[@MikeSantis]

Really wish you the best. You have already passed the 100.000 which is great. You are sailing places that not many other sailing yt channels are. Plus, you are unique in your making and presenting your adventures. And you are also Finish :-) Not many Finish youtubers out there doing it in English. You also have a pretty unique boat and taking us to places not many do. And you guys are also unique. Keep it going!

[@kennethsmith9700]

Thank you for your exceptional videos. The latest, through that difficult passage was scary. I realise it’s a difficult period for you, but feel confident that your followers will support you. Best Wishes. Ken

[@dmandr75]

Thank you!

[@markrundquist3348]

I am very impressed by your abilty....you are living my dream...best wishes for you both....I think you will succeed at whatever you decide to do.

[@olafminge2784]

Great to see the adventure continue! Going boldly into the North -

[@domcp711]

Hi Juho, you sharing about the end of your freelance job was in no way gloomy. I find your channel to be one of the most authentic and non commercialized out there (can’t hear about atlantic greens anymore). Plus a good sense of humor. Was anyway thinking about supporting you on Patreon and am doing it now. Keep the path you will do great.

[@WarrenOsborne-n3x]

After moving to Adak, for a year, I'll never forget my first Williwaw. It was humbling, not to mention I couldn't begin to stand up.

[@maxsparks5183]

“Willie” who?

[@looyosummers5796]

I'm excited to see what you come up with in the future, your videos are always incredible.❤️

[@judy8301]

Everything differrent in your videos... I'm hooked.

[@jamesc4995]

Consistency is key to you tube bro, try at least once a week... its obvious we like seeing you fix and make things better on ya boat. I think you should 100% jump head first into the videos 🤙

[@geraldhenrickson7472]

Thanks for taking us along.

[@AlluringArctic]

thanks you Gerald!

[@martinrobinson9852]

From the little that I've seen (I've watched a few of your vids) you'll have an excellent career creating vids!!🎉

[@waynesimpson2040]

My sailboat is dry docked currently for repairs but I always enjoy being able to get time on the water sailing with the two of you! I really enjoy your videos...Safe travels😉⛵

[@lourdesrubanathan6915]

I love your videos and you also have a prettiest sailing lady. Just love your synergy

[@seanhanlon5867]

like others have said im sure, your channel is unique in the journey your attempting. i love watching your channel, most sailing channels end up in the bahamas/carribean, none of that nonsence for you pair 😂 i havnt seen anyone else this far north, and it feels like a real adventure to watch. im delighted to have found you before you started this sail, its got a real uncharted feel to it. i cant wait to see the skiing in the middle of nowhere, the mountain scenery and just the whole wilderness aspect to it all. more power to your elbow 💪and i hope this really works out for you both. my spirit is with you, and will help to keep you both safe on this epic adventure 🙏👊🍻

[@patwhite640]

Love the videos, don't change your guys style of filming because it's raw and you can feel what your going through. Voice over work on documentary movies? Wildlife, nature or extreme sports Cinematographer.

[@briangately8104]

Wow! Great video! Part One - the sailing proved you and Sophie have nerves of steel. Part Two thank you for sharing about your other jobs. Good luck to you both. I love your channel.

[@paulersboll7903]

That looked like a textbook jibe Nicely done

[@saxophool]

1:10 "...Only the top is frozen so it's not that cold yet." The understatement cracks me up. Easily the best sailing channel. Real sailors in sketchy conditions, not trust funders in the Bahamas in swimsuits. (Alright occasional swimsuits are fine, too.) 😎 Just got to the end part. Good luck with your new, full time job. It will be great! 😎

[@rcpmac]

I totally agree. Gave up on the bikini contest sailors long ago.

[@alexandradane3672]

I am thrilled to have found your channel and to subscribe. Thank you for these terrific videos. Fair winds and following seas , to you both.

[@Hawkeye188]

I think you will do well. Your skills as a videographer are excellent and your productions are a real favourite of mine. Keep up the good work. 😊

[@Rennrogue]

Thanks for another great video. I love seeing all the scenery. I don't know how much wildlife you will see on this journey, but I hope you'll share what you see. Have fun!!

[@megr7734]

Great editing, camera work, and explanation of the cruising gybe. I will try to remember your instructions. :)

[@meikgeik]

I would avoid gybing in that heavy of wind, or pull the main in even more. That was pretty unsafe.. I've seen a number of de-mastings from gybes like that in my time racing.

[@NZL50505]

Your gybe was fine. Your mainsheet block should have been able to handle that shock load as it was not extreme. I don’t think you need to over-analyse it any further. Just replace all the mainsheet blocks to avoid a repeat. And keep calm and carry on gybing. 😊

[@marquisdeceasd]

What an interesting & unique story. I knew Finnish, Danish & Portuguese sailors were good, but to navigate the waterways around Alaska is insane. Very good navigation skills, especially considering there were no markers. And as lots of folks have said already, you do a great job of narration & sharing your story. Keep up the good work, share it on as many Social Media platforms as you can & you'll be able to make a living doing it. Lots of respect for you & look forward to seeing the next ones.

[@jerrymccormick6107]

Great show from a life-long power boater!

[@pacha.racing]

We always use a preventer when sailing downwind and use it to ease the boom across after sheeting the main in. Would definitely have been easier on your block! Hope you had a spare one. 😬 Love your vids! Sorry you lost your job but you'll be fine. One door closes and many more open up!

[@trom100]

Best of luck - you are a hugely talented creator!

[@icecreamlifer123123]

Red and green markers, known as ‘Junction Buoys’, indicate the intersection of two different channels. The colored stripe on top indicates the primary or preferred channel for navigation. Port-Junction Buoys (green on top with a red horizontal band in the middle) must be kept on the port side when heading upstream. Starboard-Junction Buoys (red on top and have a green horizontal band in the middle) must be kept on the starboard when you’re heading upstream.

[@randyklein1336]

Fantastic video. I watch numerous channels and I enjoy yours and NBJS the best. Unique, interesting, actual sailing, incredible scenery, great storytelling. Keep up the great work. Cheers from Michigan USA.

[@richardofoz2167]

Yeah, agreed. Erik Anderaa is great.

[@reefuss69]

Love your videos and content, just keep doing what you're doing, and you will make it happen. Quality channel, thanks :)

[@KeithClark-zh3yq]

Love your videos - glad to see the adventurous spirit lives on!

[@ianjones1118]

Love your videos! Always listen with earbuds. Please pay attention to the beautiful sounds of sailing. I love the wind and waves and birds in your videos.

[@jaywahto3424]

I spent 20 summers sailing a 23 foot boat through the San Juan Islands in Washington State. I cannot do that . because I am tied to a dialysis machine 3 times a week and have also been through treatment for prostate cancer, so keep on doing what you are doing while you can. Remember we Finns have Sisu on our side. Keep sailing. Pjw

[@Rübenroder]

What a great adventure, all the best for your further journey. Stay safe and sound!

[@timherzog6720]

Terrific episode. You are my favorite KZbin channel by far. I love anything to do with the desolate sailing in the Arctic. The scenery and unique challenges you face in that desolate territory are truly fascinating. You seem to have a positive attitude toward the future changes in your life caused by your job termination. As a victim of job termination because of a company merger and another because of my job being outsourced to India, I can relate. I will be a follower living my life a bit vicariously through your adventures as long as you produce content. I will have to look into becoming a Patreon sponsor. Good luck to both you and Sohvi. I didn't know you were a competitive sailor. I would like to hear more about that in future episodes if possible. Take care!

[@johnmcquillan8667]

enjoy watching your channel, showing us what cruising so far north is like, its not an easy life ,keep up the good work & good luck with your expanded videos etc

[@rantmaker6427]

Oh boy do I appreciate this one a proper sailing channel too bad about the job. I,m sure you.ll survive it

[@fraserconnell21]

Now ! , thats quite some the lighthouse 😊

[@polderfischer8565]

I wish you both luck, success, winds and always enough water below the keel!

[@gofindyourself.]

Amazing work and thank you for showing me the beautiful waters of Alaska. Love what you are doing.

[@BackVintageWines]

In big breezes, contemplate a "granny" tack instead of a gybe. Much less strain on the backstays and mainstream.

[@timdunn2387]

We would regularly granny the boat around when delivering short handed with running backstays. Fire the motor up for some upwind speed as you come up into the wind, tack then a controlled bear away.