I Bought a Sailboat to Start a Life in the Arctic

This is how it all began! This video shows a glimpse into the first years that I lived, sailed and skied on s/y Sylvia in Norway and Svalbard. The footage was shot mainly in 2018/2019 but never released until now.
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Cinematography: Iiro Piipponen & Juho Karhu
Editing & colours: Mikko-Pekka Karlin www.mpkarlin.com/

[@AlluringArctic]

This is a backstory about how it all began! Especially for those of you who haven't watched some of my earlier videos, this is a glimpse into how I lived and sailed on s/y Sylvia. This footage was shot "back in the days" but never released before. If you want the longer explanation check out the outro of the video (last 3 minutes) These videos are crowdfunded, if you enjoyed watching and want to support, check out the Patreon page at www.patreon.com/alluringarctic Thanks for watching and have a great week everyone! Next up is the Northwest Passage video series, which I'm already working on! Juho

[@FamilyMadVentures]

@@AlluringArctic have loved your vids from the beginning!

[@derektion2]

This was a very beautiful story with incredible views of such remote places few will see. The footage was next level! I started watching this channel when you sailed past Vancouver Island, which is where I am from. I can't wait to see the videos of your northwest passage. I followed your progress and was excited to see you reach Greenland.

[@sniffinclose]

When you think you have seen all Juho could do, he releases yet another level of stunningly beautiful videography. This is art in so many ways! I can watch it over and over.

[@philipbechtle2828]

An incredible and very impressive story, coupled with storytelling and images of overwhelming quality. This is a piece of art.

[@kbeilers]

Wow. That was IMAX documentary quality. Incredible!!!

[@MiQBohlin]

I do recommend everyone to binge watch all the episodes on this channel. Big thanks to Juho and Sohvi for all their nice content 🙏🏼

[@andrewgroom2924]

I have followed this since you were scraping down Lumi in a creak off San Francisco bay. Thanks for this - the backstory is helpfull…

[@jaysummers9396]

Beautiful philosophy, brilliant film, excellent quality and production. Thank you 🤘👍.

[@pattiosborn202]

I have wonderful memories of my trip to Svalbard in 2023 aboard Aurora. I watch your videos with tears in my eyes as you so beautifully illustrate this area. So many moments when I think, I wish I had a picture of that…. Hoping for more photo purchases from your NW passage.

[@Hosstache]

Am looking forward to the footage from your Northwest Passage to Greenland!!

[@bernardobonixe6873]

Arctic sailing and skiing what more can you ask for... Simply breathtaking video, beautifully awesome shots. I can only imagine the empty vastness, the cold crisp air and the silence in the arctic but hope one day to experience this myself. Thanks

[@alanlockhart1553]

Juho, amazing. Your best video by a country mile. So professional, could not stop watching. Had watched several of your videos but really wondered about the back story and how you got started. The voice over was brilliant and the wide sweeping shots skiing and climbing awesome.

[@ericdelevinquiere9902]

You are right about the little things that get you. Technology really helps in that department!

[@BigRedNZ1]

Awesome new format & production quality. Clearly put some hours in. Well done!

[@sarkybugger5009]

I found your channel at the start of the pandemic, and have been keenly following ever since, but never got back to the beginning. Now I know. This is a stunning video.

[@dukeofgibbon4043]

You could put this into a film festival, very well done.

[@paulclark4509]

Thank you for an enjoyable watch. Really thought-provoking, and a real sense of living your best life.

[@nordenskioeld]

I'm blown away! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful footage! Cheers from switzerland

[@MaggieR28]

Wow, this is an absolutely fantastic video! I loved every single moment of it and plan to watch again. The footage alone is stunning, but the editing, voice over, focus on your goals and interests in life is great story telling and drew me in from the very first moments. It’s like watching an adventure movie. The landscapes, the mountains and snow, and you all skiing are all ABSOLUTELY JAW DROPPING GORGEOUS!!! Oh and the glimpses of few friendly wildlife creatures was delightful!! I’ll be joining your patreon to contribute towards more of this. Good luck to you!

[@OldSchoolDo]

one thing i would like to comment on . is . i am so happy that you cut out the English and spoke Finnish . with subtitles . cheers from Sweden . ! waiting for more more more ! mate after watching the entirety of the video . your editing has gone to the next level !" awesome !

[@johnwest7993]

I appreciated the extra video. It was beautiful, and it was edited quite professionally, but it was also clear to me that it wasn't done by you. It was cut to appear interesting, but I really like the detail, pacing, and thoughtfulness you include in your own video editing. You are very good at creating videos, from the shot angles, to the mix of ground-based angles and aerial perspectives, to adding a touch of music where appropriate. You are a master of the craft. But I understand that you are very busy just dealing with the arctic and living your boat life, and I will appreciate all of the content you provide however you provide it. Sail on.

[@TheEasyRail]

I think he is just finding filler material for the time when he is crossing the Northwest Passage (at the moment). It will probably be back to usual schedule in a few weeks/months when he is back to civilization. I liked this as more like a documentary of Juho's journey here.

[@sandy-quimsrus]

Been watching you from the beginning, mad Australian woman that realised how long it took you to drink a bloody beer! Really enjoy your channel and you and your partner look very happy ❤❤❤

[@sandy-quimsrus]

PS I would love to try cloud berries!

[@amsfountain8792]

I would never be capable of doing what you do but thanks for sharing your view of life. It broads my understanding of people.

[@greggboehler6406]

Thank you

[@jamesharris9352]

Blessings On Your Artic Sea Voage.🕊

[@priscab7085]

This was amazing! I have watched your videos over and over and this is a spectacular addition!

[@fernandogavaldon1456]

I love your videos and all the wild beatifull places you visit. and I agree with you crasy activities can cause an accident but also doing anything that is dumb, dangerous or different has proven to have the same efect. Please be safe while enjoying as I can assure you I enjoy your adventures.

[@richhudnut5110]

Living your best life, great update...

[@ericcsuf]

Absolutely one of your best videos, and it filled in elements of your backstory. Thanks for this.

[@brunsonr]

Really enjoyed the back story. Very much looking forward to the NW passage videos. Sail-on!

[@sailingvega5669]

Wow I'm so impressed about this story about this part of your life. Great you got the help from your friend making this!

[@-suncheez-]

Great to know when and how all of this has started!

[@patrickpope4655]

Can't wait for more rom the Arctic!

[@nooneanybodyknows7912]

This is first class footage. 👏 Thank you

[@davidh7142]

Beautiful, well done.

[@pachekov8872]

Beautiful Story, many thanks for sharing!!! Always enjoy your videos

[@hackisack]

That was an incredibly well made documentary. I've been following you for a few years and watched all your videos - now this is like the cinema short summary version of it. Looking forward to the nothern passage series. Thanks for taking us along.

[@danielmclellan7762]

Cheers, Juho! Thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@YOOO8282]

Your videos are always top notch, and I really like your calm beautiful cinematography. But this video was absolutely amazing. Especially the skiing parts in the beginning (for example next to the Shadow) were mind-blowing.

[@stub3379]

Lovely video. Some awesome footage. Can't wait for your next installment of your great adventure

[@billbaxter2914]

Super…..Thank you so much for sharing

[@dyrectory_com]

This documentary will easily get 1million + views. I will share your video. 👍🏻 Thanks for the video upload!

[@shedbuiltmotorsport]

Great video thanks

[@Eugene05]

Incredible!

[@real2gone]

Beautifully shot and edited, Juho. Looking forward to your new North West Passage video series.

[@MadBkr]

Nice clips! Looking forward for the North passage series 👍

[@johnwest7993]

Thank you.

[@Pitdad1969]

Absolutely love all your videos

[@willslever8112]

Brilliant video.

[@TRETT1956]

Great Video or better your dreams come true ! Thank you very much. Werner from Germany

[@cathytodd3996]

Fantastic film, thankyou!

[@AlluringArctic]

thanks cathy!

[@staxter6]

Whoa, I thought..this is going to be good. It surpassed good by a mile, you really know how to live Juho. Your North West Passage voyage had me on tenterhooks throughout the duration, how far you have come in a short space of time. Stunning visuals.

[@markshiel3673]

Amazing on another level! Thank you Juho :)

[@johnnylightning1491]

I enjoyed this video. You have alluded to this part of your journey before but it's nice to see the video footage of what you did. I think you're done with you northwest passage journey by now. I'm looking forward to those videos. Keep the good stuff coming.

[@jamespremo1]

Excellent.

[@mattsmith4063]

Keep it up!

[@BrendanHills]

Such a nice video. Thank you

[@cattaraugustonawanda4426]

Nicely done!

[@kenyasurfariafrika7148]

RESPECT, love what you do,..

[@Bradissimo]

That was brilliant always wondered what happened to that footage. Keep up the good work and can't wait for the North West Passage series.

[@rlast123]

Wow … great story and footage 🤩

[@kiefferbailey7037]

Love it! Thanks for sharing.

[@Pitdad1969]

Better late than never. Absolutely enjoyed and loved the video.

[@kenroy6486]

Awesomeness 👌

[@loroc00]

nice intro realy cool keep it its awesome

[@ericbergdahl6971]

Great video thank you for sharing this with us

[@srantoniomatos]

Amaizing.

[@tomatobrush3283]

Good job on making a documentary style recap video.

[@petermonro5643]

nice story

[@chuckperry3313]

It's a backstory but not an Origin Story as yet. I hope to watch your videos for years to come. I know you said you had professional help with this video and it was great. But is wasn't fundamentally any better than what you have been producing. I am really looking forward to seeing the videos from the NW Passage. Fair winds...

[@KrisDecker]

Juho great to show new viewers how you go to where you are now. Should edit the title "Part 1" ;) Soitta paranoid!

[@stevenr8606]

🤔💡 So, so true. Swimming and spending some time, lots of time, under the 🌞 SUN can be fun 🏝🏖, but it could get repetitious. PS. I do live in Hawai'i BTW, can tell it's older video because, YOU HAD HAIR, LOTS OF HAIR.😊

[@briangately8104]

Fantastic!!

[@CheerfulEarth-gp1nj]

Good man

[@rerecording999]

top top top film

[@GarryBrinson]

That was a great video. .. very well done

[@lorenzmoraes2725]

👏🏻

[@Heartcenter101]

Thanks!

[@Heartcenter101]

Appreciate the back story. Excellent video! I first found you on your way to take over the boat that was loaned to you. You certainly have come a long way! Followed you through the NWP, awesome!

[@Oriol-Boat]

Guauuuuu So beautiful!! Thx.

[@julianbatcheler9970]

Interesting recap.

[@robertlindstrom540]

Great video!

[@bertramfien1095]

Great vid.

[@Altacat]

...ooooh ...skiing off the boat ...A.T. goodness >^- •^

[@calypso22]

Wow. Beautiful.. Who's holding the camera in those night skiing shots? Drone? Girlfriend?

[@gregsullivan8956]

Hello

[@noldushumlesnurr6169]

Considering this is made by an "amateur" it is stunning. National Geographic should be knocking on your door Johu. Bit hard to find the address thought. A fjord in the Arctic 😀

[@terojuola8750]

No nyt! Aivan mahtava video❤ Ihan Amerikan malliin! Mutta miksi Sohvi on vain vilaus lopputekstien creditseissä? Ei kai sentään? 😮 ei edes mainintaa tai vilaustakaan koko aikana. Mitä vittua Juho?

[@AlluringArctic]

sohvi ei valitettavasti ollu veneellä sillon kun videomatskut kuvattiin

[@vancguy9204]

Kittos

[@NOGRID907]

I?? Don't you mean we* ? Hopefully you aren't going alone..

[@SpyridonMouroutsos]

:-)

[@jasonmcintosh2632]

Great video. Do you have a PayPal account to send donations to?

[@biyolojikkargosistemi2483]

Don't you afraid of polar bears? I think, you've already taken all necessary measures.

[@woodystreeservicePNW]

This is me if I ever get a divorce

[@zjfxigcljcjfclibljcig]

First

[@gregsullivan8956]

Beat me by 1 second

[@AlluringArctic]

that was fast!

[@federox86]

u have kill someone?

[@RaymondEldridgeEidridge]

The music is to loud , thank you for the way thing are going. In the cold and be safe

[@BigRedNZ1]

Volume controls are on your device somewhere

[@The_Riddler21]

Beautiful lifestyle, wish you health and success in life

[@toggtlas7099]

Amazing!

[@BalticSailor]

Great video !