Diving with Snakes and Sailing to Tonga

[@sdmode]

dont be afraid to upload videos of you doing projects. cleaning. all that. the traveling and shots are insane but those kinda side of it too is really interesting

[@SOLDOZER]

No. F that. Theres endless "sailing channels" that just do boat work and never go anywhere.

[@TheConstitutionalGuardian]

@@SOLDOZER Yeah I agree! Too much of the B.S.!

[@KevCan_Cook]

Extra knowledge enjoy as well

[@HereForToday42]

68 year old mom-aged (or grandma) person who is so proud of your bravery and intelligence! (and sometimes get worried!) I wish the boat wasn't so problematic but I guess that's part of all the learning. Fijians are some of the sweetest people on the planet

[@sasailor1]

I am so impressed with your calm and positive sailing abilities. Most sailors today would hanker down in port waiting for perfect weather conditions, but not you, you just go for it! Great. I circumnavigated the world when in my 20's back in the 70's and had no such thing as weather predictions and had find out the weather as it arrived. Well done.

[@planbhamburg]

Great videos! Regarding the engine troubles, I had the same symptoms last year, and it was due to the exhaust hoses / system being partially clogged up by "exhaust dirt" ... apparently I used the engine at low revs to much, so exhaust dirt had a chance to build up on the exhaust side. removing the exhaust hose from the engine block and cleaning that out solved the problem about 80% ... ! All best and thanks for the videos!

[@martijnvanbeek4387]

Great tip for Garrett, let's hope he has some battery juice to be able to read your comment...

[@stuiesgarage]

I hope you can get your generator/solar panels fixed soon!

[@gerryj8839]

INCREDIBLE drone footage! I'm 52 and still working. I'm living vicariously through your videos, brother. I should have done what you are doing before I began my career. Hopefully I can stay healthy enough to follow in your wake in a few years. Stay safe, have fun!

[@TheConstitutionalGuardian]

Never too old to sail!

[@obamabigears734]

I just posted some similar

[@sawittwo]

Yes! Breathtaking drone shots. 🎥💯

[@YMS137]

Wow. I'm glad you found the lost videos. Breathtakingly beautiful!

[@Francisconi.]

Garrett is my favorite KZbinr. This is some great content, the best sailor on the 7 seas. Keep going man ❤️

[@jwillar6173]

Gorgeous Shots of French Polynesia!

[@Seacracker1]

You are brave. And you do a great job out there. Whish you all the best any inbetween i enjoy your high quality footage. Thank you

[@vickyslays1450]

Dudes gonna have the coolest stories to tell

[@drewodessa2483]

Re: Fuel water separator: IME water usually gets in thru the vent during seas. The vent hose should go to a higher point than the vent before going into fuel water separator to allow seawater to drain back out the vent vs. going into the separator or possibly the tank. That milky white color = seawater which doesn't contaminate diesel as readily as gasoline but the engine will cut out regardless. Take care of that fuel water separator. It is the most important part on the boat when motoring. Many FVs have sunk after taking water into the separator, knocking out the engine. The stern goes into the waves, the pumps run down the batteries, then that's it. Not too many carry a drogue to throw off the bow to keep pointed into the waves. Good work, good video, good luck.

[@SOLDOZER]

Your comment tells me you have ZERO experience sailing and know nothing but are an expert on everything.

[@se4g4e]

@@SOLDOZER Your comment tells me you are an arsehole.

[@kelliwalker4117]

can’t wait for him to post again, always love these videos

[@Nina_user]

Thanks!

[@lazzj4995]

That was probably the best drone montage of french poly i have ever seen. Great video and editing skills. Hopefully when you reach Fiji their customs will be smiling & welcoming people

[@obamabigears734]

I had an choice of sailing around the world as 23 year old, however due to different circumstances I went to Florida and went to flight school instead. Fast forward over 35 years later I’m now flying for a major airline and living a very comfortable life, but gosh I’m so of jealous of Garrett👍👍👍👍👍

[@littlesherm]

Amazing videos Garrett. You're a gifted young man! Thanks 😊

[@danielmckellar397]

Every time I watch your videos I fall asleep also because it is 1 am but your voice is so soothing and relaxing.

[@iGodzillax]

You are an amazing videographer man. Keep doing your thing, can't wait to see you succeed. Safe travels bro

[@tdizzle2179]

You are an amazing young man keep reaching for the stars Garrett i love your passion for Life maybe you'll find drakes treasure?

[@jaimiehex9420]

Literally drop everything whenever you post, fantastic stuff, Garrett!

[@timothyharrelson]

Your journey is very inspiring. I can’t wait to see where you are in 5 years.

[@Bortnoone]

So many challenges. But you don’t seem to be overwhelmed. Lots of confidence in yourself. Good on you dude.

[@Chuck8541]

It saddens me, that in all these exotic, and remote South Pacific locations that have long been dreamt about, and romanticized over, that there’s still enough over-tourism that locals can get attitudes. I just spent a few months in Japan, and it is SO crowded with tourists. Absolutely everywhere. Even now in Thailand - I’ve been here before, but there’s so many western tourists now…I might as well be an any American city. ‘…too late to explore the world, too early to explore the stars…’ 🙂‍↕️

[@Dannsandiego]

Beautiful video! Thanks for taking us along on your epic adventure. Fair winds.

[@bluewtr]

i don’t ever offer a super thanks on youtube however given your ability to stand tall and Go and at an age where finds should be tight since you’ve not had decades to work, perhaps this is your career now- learning about boats, aquatic environments, and all animals including people who sail. Cheers Garrett

[@realsirpurr]

The montage at the end was incredible, nice work. Safe travels

[@Nashmax]

Wow, that video at 17:45 with the sunset (sunrise?) behind the boat is incredible.

[@theodorejay1046]

It's fun tagging along with you to places I will never go to. Reminds me how small & limiting my little niche in the world is 🌏

[@vincentnichnadowicz]

Hope you enjoyed Aitutaki. I liked your video clips of the sea snakes. Safe sailing to Fiji. Vincent

[@Mikaakiiiee]

Thankk youuu for this wonderful video !!! Watching this makes me feel calm and inspired as well to travel and explore. Your sailing videos feel like independence and freedom to me especially because I wish to do this in the future when Im finally capable of doing so.

[@stanleybest8833]

Solar panels: Check each connection with a volt ohm current meter. Battery? Is the electrolyte low? Don't wire batteries in parallel. Check your solar controller. It's possible you have just miscalculated your wattage consumption. Fuel: Contaminated with rain or salt water or both? Outside fillers are a great source of contamination. Alternately pump out the bottom and fill it with drinking water. This will dilute overboard salt and contamination. My 3 HP land diesel contaminated it's fuel. Remedy: Drain, back flush the filter, and refill the tank with fresh diesel. I'll filter the bad diesel with a cotton ball. You should have a SSB CB radio so you're never alone. You might consider carrying all your diesel in soda plastic jugs. Zero contamination.

[@VanijaMi]

16:46 that is the most incredible piece of footage i have ever seen. WOW!

[@ChristyCrosby-e4y]

Awesome video thanks hope the water in diesel problem gets solved. Just beautiful

[@skippy9214]

The snake at 3:14 is a banded sea krait. They have the most toxic venom of any snake, but are mostly harmless because their mouth isn’t big enough to bite most parts of a human.

[@meszarosmate4257]

Those footage from your drone, stunning, thanks and good luck :)

[@MarcusAnderson0308]

Wow man! Really enjoy your videos. Keeps me going working until I my self get out long-time (land) adventuring again. Exploring as a living for a while is truly amazing. You doing it by sea is soo cool. Take care!

[@kensmith3665]

Hope we see more from you soon Garrett and that everything is going OK.

[@henrystp]

So many of us live vicariously through you. Thank you for the videos.

[@Chuck8541]

Great videos man! I just marathoned all of your videos in the last two days. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us, please be safe out there!

[@jrs4ex]

Killer footage of the journeys. Always excited when I see an update from you Garrett. Safe travels. One thing to check for is blow by. Pull the oil cap while it’s running and see if you have any fumes or pressure.

[@rosiegreddogyachts4135]

Great stuff Garrett. I watched from the beginning and this is what makes me feel good. Just did almost 4000 nm in one jump and loved every minute at sea. That's where the life is. Keep going.

[@calledout4437]

What a life! Who needs a job. You're doing it right man!

[@jamesvanian5524]

Thank you for sharing such wonderful places with us, Garrett. Beautiful underwater photography as usual. Keep well and safe plus living free. Inspiring. James.

[@blususpect]

Yo Garret keep going man, love the vlogs!

[@garygoodwin5961]

Another great episode young man, my wife and I enjoy watching them all. Please stay safe on your adventures can’t wait to see where you are next

[@crashdavis3330]

You are a rare bird dude. Love your videos. The shots at the end were simply epic. Look forward to the next one!!

[@tdubya1991]

I cant believe I'm 5 days late seeing this! I look forward to your videos so much.

[@BeauDibble]

Such Amazing video's Garrett I'm watching you from England and loving your content the memories your making are so special stay safe

[@laura4dsunshine]

Hey! Kudos to you for being so brave and going out in the world on your own! But I guess nobody ever told you when you were 16 or 17 that you had your whole life ahead of you! Pace yourself! Enjoy your journey or you will burn out. God has a onan and a purpose for your life ❤️ and loves you more than you can even imagine! His love is infinite, no start, no finish, and never ending. Peace and love! Good luck and guidance!

[@daveegan4554]

Really enjoy following your adventures mate, the drone footage and diving video was fantastic. Don't worry too much about the engine, every sail boat has nothing but engine troubles and it's how you deal with them that makes you a better sailor. Keep perceiving your doing great. Fair winds

[@Allycatwoopwoop]

This is so cool!!! I’m 22 and just graduated college. I’ve been feeling pretty lost the last 6 months and this is inspiring me to follow my dream of traveling the world. 😃

[@MEDYADAN]

Hello. It's exactly the lifestyle I want. I would love for you to make a chat video in the middle of the sea. I hope one day we can sail together and grill fish. I think traveling alone can be very boring. I wish you success and happiness.

[@kuukeli]

Great video... thank you for posting

[@lawerencecohen8287]

While all the other dogs are chasing their tale, you are chasing the sun young man. Congrats!

[@patrioticjaustralia4679]

You seem kinda bummed out on Tonga but I think that will change with a little exploration Thanks for sharing

[@1995arv]

This was an awesome video, especially those spectacular shots of the sunset and the fiery orange looking clouds often the distance

[@claire4897]

Have you looked into doing a meet up with the Sailing Zatara kids, Jack and Kate? I believe they’re working at their friend’s resort this summer in Tonga. It would be great publicity for your channel and theirs. Their subscribers are also in need of sailing content now that their channel is getting very boring because all of that family’s kids are leaving and not sailing as much. That would be a really cool collaboration

[@llm549]

Leaps and bounds my friend!! Your video making skills have become outstanding!!!

[@jburnett8152]

Stunningly beautiful. I think you do a great job with the videos. Good luck with the boat. Be safe. 🩵

[@YMS137]

Amazing dive video. Great music with it s well.

[@cool_car_reviews]

Hello! I hope you are going to get a new generator which has an amazing quality and I hope you will not have any problems with it! Cheers!

[@dustman96]

Great stuff! Can't wait to get out there. Thanks for keepin it real.

[@wanttogetupgoahead]

Always enjoy you and your content. Thank you, Garrett.

[@brycefletcher5253]

I'm thinking about getting a boat and doing some traveling, but it's kinda hard to find something decent when you live in Ohio 😂. Love the videos man. I'm only 20 and it's crazy to see you doing this! Keep it up.

[@bobsyeruncle4841]

beautiful drone work

[@DaleShirley-o1u]

Your photography is quite good don't lose that!!!

[@owenpotter2459]

Ah, boat problems! I feel your pain. I'm having issues with my Cavalier 36 with electrics completely dead due to batteries being totally run-down after power outage in the marina. Trying to change the cooling pump which is leaking badly and the fan belt which is rediculously loose so I can jump start the engine and charge the batteries. I got the pump off but some parts are so stuck together I can't get them apart. Calling in my friendly mechanic. Unfortunately the voltage in the batteries is so low the battery charger can't read them. Hoping I don't have to replace the batteries! Loved your French Polynesia montages.

[@Blueybob]

Wonderful drone footage. Thanks. Sympathy about Tonga.

[@wandaschoeman7342]

I like your videos so much. Beautiful places and its so relaxing to watch and a good choice of music 👌👌😁😁 keep doing what you do best. Be save and blessed 🙏

[@sidetrailadventures60]

Really well done!

[@BoredAtWorkVids]

The drone footage is amazing!!!

[@yournaturalbeing]

Can't wait to see more content. Loving your videos 👍

[@brianfields4479]

Hi Garrett, thanks for sharing mate, great footage and insight into places we can't get to. Go well, cheers From brian in south island nz.

[@BradZook]

17:45 Surely that shot is with a filter. No? WOW! Did it look like that in person? 😲

[@StarboardBow]

So cool. Wish i had your sail knowledge. Great job on the video. Very entertaining..keep it up.

[@fredmoriarty8908]

Glad you are OK.

[@brentoneel4094]

Loved the drone shots at the end of the video!

[@John-x4c5x]

Epic!!!!!! Drone!!!!!! Filming!!!!!!! ALOHA FROM MAUI!!

[@CoCoConundrum]

Great video! Thanks for making these, really cool to watch!

[@LouieTaylorMusic]

Great vlog, love the drone shots and all the stuff about the diesel!

[@tonylynch4280]

guess we're all wondering wonder boy. hope you're ok

[@rnunezc.4575]

❤video. M gracias Garret. Best luck!

[@oz9545]

당신의 용기와 결단을 응원합니다. 평생 잊지 못 할 경험과 지혜가 생길 것이에요. 정말로 대단합니다.

[@robertarthur7059]

Love your shows. Can't wait for the next one :)

[@SeattleLifeguard]

That little spit of land at 16:20...where is that?? Lat/long?? We're sailing to French Polynesia from Hawaii in less than a year. I want to spend a day there!!

[@XanaGear]

More incredible shots, another great video.

[@asquithmainlines699]

Another great video, thanks. You have experienced more in your lifetime than most people dream about their whole life. Since you are out in the wind a lot would a small wind generator help top up your power while sailing? Just a thought.

[@Castaway.....]

Amazing adventure Garrett. Pop over to koro island while you're in Fiji.

[@DaleShirley-o1u]

Good to see you again Amigo!!

[@paulmiles6437]

exhaust mixing elbow clogged with soot? If you can't get a new exhaust elbow, soak it overnight in brick cleaner (muriatic acid) (HCL) then chip away at some of the blockage with a screwdriver.

[@ahxjfdjeidd]

Love your videos love your journey!

[@rchaser4]

Great drone shots. Thy was very enjoyable. How do you deal with the mold problem? That sounds unbearable. Is there any possible way to prevent it?

[@WowDope]

I’m terrified I’ll never do anything remotely as cool and liberating as this

[@jackfntwist]

Beautiful. Thanks for being honest. My impression of Tonga from videos over the years is pretty bad. Especially during Co-vid.

[@sailingloveworkx]

Hi Garrett. I love your drone footage! Cheers, Jacqueline Evers - Sailing Loveworkx

[@hiramblakecamp6087]

Water in your fuel may have compromised the head gasket which would have possibly mixed engine oil in your fuel; hence the black smoke in your exhaust. Best of luck to you!

[@richardroy2430]

Well done once again! Cheers

[@thetoesoc]

Always the best videos man! Safe sea’s and see you for the next one 😉

[@Aymanmalek702]

insane drone footage