Islay, haggis & whisky 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@kjc9trader491]

13:40 - OMG - Someone is on your boat! Turn around - they are stealing your paper towels!!...lol....

[@factanonverba6169]

Drinking whiskey, riding a bicycle, and eating "Haggis." What a way to make memories. Amazing.

[@hurdurdur7rl696]

Riding a bike after Lagavulin is a brave choice on it's own :D

[@peterembranch5797]

You've never ate haggis, right? Do you know what's in it?

[@obiwanfisher537]

I haven't gotten to that part yet. All at the same time??

[@twisterwiper]

This is turning out to be one of the best KZbin channels I’m following. I admire your mental strength to do all this alone. There must be times where it’s lonely. Thanks for bringing us along. I’m really enjoying it.

[@f1mikeyboy]

Ahhhhh, summer in Scotland. It’s the best day of the year. Thanks for the video.👍

[@jbird73]

Scotland looks so rad! You navigated that current like a champ and that Dr.Who phone booth was epic!! Bro you make me question what I'm doing with my life. Thanks...

[@GoldcoastSurfCam]

I'm asking the same question.

[@chosenundead6376]

Come visit

[@7an7ara]

It's an old phone booth, Dr Who used a police booth

[@amandalee9728]

Sam...your channel has inspired me. My husband sails but I never really leaned into it. Now I'm absolutely obsessed with the idea of getting out there, doing it myself, and taking these risks. Good for you, man. So proud of you and I don't even know you.

[@kimberlyb5512]

You’re my favorite YT sailor. Thanks for sharing your awesome adventures with us. I love the maps too! You rock!

[@RicArmstrong]

This channel really makes me want to learn to sail. ⛵

[@chuckrobinson599]

It's not difficult at all, get out there and learn it. You'll be glad you did.

[@RicArmstrong]

@@chuckrobinson599 Problem is, I live about two hours away from any large body of water.

[@andybrands1883]

My auntie stays in those houses to the left of the marina hahaha brillant Sam hope your enjoying Islay sPent many happy summer days there when i was a wee laddie XXX

[@stephenfarrell6794]

Since I was born in Dundee, Scotland this has been one of my favorite videos!

[@Geraldinslo]

Really enjoy following this journey Sam, thanks for sharing, love the powerful wind cliff shots at the end.

[@rhett7716]

Nice one Sam, safe sailin !! 👍⛵😊

[@bfranco1519]

Sam, I've followed your journey since Hawaii, and during that same time I myself have encountered rough seas! My marriage and health are almost in the rocks haha! But like you, I will persevere! I may not smile as often and my cynicism is the equivalent of your optimism. I will sail on, in hopes of fair seas, beautiful mermaids, and far away lands. Thanks for the laughs, courage, and positivity! -Baltazar

[@paulpuckerinGM]

Hi Sam, wow crazy fickle currents. Makes for a suspenseful video. Dramatic scenary. Great move to tuck close into the shoreline. Most Scottish cuisine is based on a dare. You're a natural for Scotland. I'm watching this video at my home in the British West country doing my 10 day mandatory quarantine after arriving from New Orleans on 29 Sep. It's nice to be home. Take care. Be safe. Paul.

[@greenmanlove1]

good to have you over here. such an honest dedicated sailor

[@panigale502]

Such an amazing way to go through life. I admire you.

[@DeepBlueSea692]

When I was sick and out of work for a month I watched ur channel every night.

[@stevec-b6214]

you have truly embraced the `spirit` of scotland!

[@dt-jy1ig]

Love it. Who’s pulling the paper towel off the roll ?

[@robmacK9LZY]

Yes, I was wondering as well.

[@patrickjames1080]

a mermaid

[@andrewhay8118]

@@robmacK9LZY Yes, we saw the same hand ... sailing solo..... or not ?

[@EricMilewski]

hmm... mystery

[@ChristianSailing]

@@andrewhay8118 wondering the same...

[@jasonpeculiar]

Next time you're in a Scottish grocers/supermarket, grab yourself some "Grant's tinned Haggis" for the yacht's pantry. It's honestly amazing!! Much better than the fried and battered stuff. I had to turn veggie years ago and it's the only meat product I truly miss. I know these videos are behind your travels but I'll be watching out for you in my local marina here on the East coast (Arbroath. Historically very important as it is Scotland's birthplace where the declaration of independence was signed at the ancient abbey). Hopefully you manage a visit to our interesting part of the world. Be lucky.

[@samholmessailing]

Will do. Thanks for the tip!

[@knuxson]

@@samholmessailing Yeah, the deep fried haggis isn't bad, but it can't beat the traditional Haggis, Neeps, and Tattis (with gravy poured over it). I had some in Edinburgh with a whisky gravy. Amazing.

[@Perkelenaattori]

As a Finn like myself, I can't get over how much haggis tastes like our "maksalaatikko" which is basically a casserole with rice,raisins and ground liver. Both are amazing even though the ingredients don't sound the most appealing.

[@isuckatguitar6252]

I love that tinned haggis, my mum buys it everytime I visit home from overseas.

[@jasonpeculiar]

@@isuckatguitar6252 I do.miss that lovely stuff. Food of the Gods

[@JakeHolman78]

Wow, great video, bro! The sailing there looks so cool, I wish my boat was already built and I could be there. But, hopefully I'll be sailing next year. Good winds to you.

[@ronaldlbishop2730]

having served aboard the USS Canopus AS34 at the once famed navy nuke sub base in Holy Loch, I truly miss the scottish meat pies and fish and chips...the town we always frequented back then was Dunoon...many fond warm and fuzzy memories...very beautiful place!

[@KNURKonesur]

Nobody calles it 'scotch' in Scotland, it's just whisky :D Great video, glad you enjoyed Islay! :D

[@michaeldalberti3597]

Whew that was some intense sailing with that current. Awesome video as always!

[@neilwoodward7336]

Ok... I just discovered Sam Holmes Sailing today (I'm off work with flu 🤧). I've binged from Bermuda to Scotland. Very impressed, I'm so glad KZbin threw this at me! Good for you Sam, I wish you happy sailing!

[@jwyzdm]

You had that grin saying you're really looking forward to the challenge of those rough seas. I wish you the best and look forward to seeing them.

[@Adamomart]

epic vid, very immersive with the sketchy currents and the hike to the high overlook; Scotland looks amazing. Sam, you are the Rick Steves of sailing to me and sure hope to see your adventures on PBS one day. Stay safe brother.

[@alanhyslop6447]

I grew up in Port Ellen! it's always nice to see when it's being looked at from an outside perspective. Hope you enjoyed your stay there Sam!

[@dougallen4675]

Fun video. I'm truly enjoying your adventures.

[@backstageboxing954]

A friend of mine slept under a tarpaulin on Islay and Jura during the winter. The locals kept bringing him food and drink. He said he got used to the cold. He said the people bringing him stuff looked colder than him. He went straight through that whirlpool on an inflatable canoe, the locals didn't believe him, but he showed them the video he took. They said he must be mad or have a death wish. He said neither , he,s just got a lot of courage. He used to drink whisky with the locals. They're allowed to distill their own. Great channel by the way.

[@anthonywalton4423]

best sailing vlog on youtube without doubt

[@tblada]

I once met a family from Scotland in Thailand. Couldn’t understand much of what they said except that it’s always windy and the rain comes sideways. Best beer I had in Thailand.

[@robertcalifornia4821]

You sir, are living thee Dream! Drunk bike rides are the BEST! LOL

[@mccoymrm]

Awesome video Sam! Thank you for taking us along!!!

[@maddave1113]

Hey Sam, I don't know much about sailing, just a little. And i found your channel a month bk, and i am hooked. Your skill and level head as you do these trips just amazes me. You clearly have such a passion for life and the world its amazing to see and watch. And i'm thank full for all the effort you put into making these videos so we can in some way enjoy the ride with you. I am from the uk, England, Scotland is a beautiful place. Enjoy. And the people are always nice up north. I will donate as and when i can but i thank you, and good look on your journeys

[@carljames4862]

Be careful with the takeaway shops in Scotland, they might deep fry your bicycle for you as well!

[@xkcd5676]

That must be where people in the south got it from

[@Joannesyoga]

That was fun Sam. Like the wooly hat. The earth is a beautiful place, and you are seeing it's lesser seen areas.

[@trevorbyron9448]

Sailing around the Scottish coastline must be superb. They've of the most beautiful coastlines in the world...mull of kentyre.. Robert louis stevenson mentions the coastline in his book, kidnapped.. How fortunate you are are sam laddy.

[@saraofnorthwales]

I've been following your channel - nice to see where I'll be going next season. Just finished a four week passage in my 22ftr London to Anglesey. I was glad to be able to stop and do my videos, but now I'm hankering after some more sailing after watching you. I had to stopand haul out - too many things to fix, working on them now. Have a good trip - looking forward to seeing you cross over to Europe.

[@The_Gryph]

I've been following your channel since Chasing Currents recommended it - you sir, are an exceptional human being! I'll be joining the sailing community later this year, hopefully paths will cross! :D

[@mikeefield9828]

I’m lucky enough to to have visited the west coast of Scotland, camera’s just don’t do it justice!…a must on any travel list. Superb video.

[@robbyjarvis2317]

This is a great video!! I can tell with absolutely no sun I wouldn't want to live there but visit hell yes yes!!

[@dancook2432]

Cracking place to live when it is sunny tho

[@GemFacets]

Hey! We get sun! Not our fault he pitches up on a crappy day in October! Best cruising grounds in the world, too btw - there's (almost) nobody here! (Shh - don't tell anyone...)

[@robbyjarvis2317]

@@GemFacets hahaha my bad

[@johnwright291]

Lucky dog. I'm 65 and am starting to doubt that I'll ever be in your position. Looking at a 79 Albin.

[@seaonDeltaLady]

Buy it ! I'm 64 and bought a '63 van de Stadt and attempting my Day Skipper license .. go for it and hope to see you out there . ⛵💨

[@Deb-fs9st]

Good to see you're doing well . Looks amazing ✌️

[@dennisrobinson4588]

God where is my boat?? I just don’t have patience I don’t do waiting well. It’s only six months until I get my boat. I will enjoy following Sam in this part of the world! God bless you Sam, good sailing ⛵️, good wind 💨!

[@victoriawestphal2489]

Wow! Great videos! That area is gorgeous! Wish you the best in your future adventures!

[@BillChild2njoy]

Love sailing with you and the adventures you take us on.. and not every one needs to be Cecil B Dimile Ten Commandment style.. this was real nice...

[@jamespollock994]

Great work Sam!

[@yogioto]

The people in Islay are awesome! Very friendly and very well informed about what is going on in this world, even though there hardly is any reception. The people are just genuinely curious. Fun fact: they say nobody ever stayed more than 3 weeks without moving there :)

[@williamlinden68]

Norway will be awesome, been many times, you won't regret it. Thanks for the great trip! So far just amazing.....

[@peterbaumgartner9280]

So cool, keep it up! I would feel lonely, yet my heart yearns to sail aswell.

[@DARTHDANSAN]

Thanks for bringing us along !!!

[@cjg6364]

Fighting strong currents along a rocky shoreline - always a nail biter...Nicely done!

[@cherylsmith4868]

Welcome to my neck of the woods...west Scottish highlands...deep fried haggis is lovely.😀.

[@robm7543]

A good video! I like the sightseeing too... the old rock walls next to the road, the watchtower, the distilleries, the Haggis (I'd never seen it before) and the view from the cliffs. It's all good!!

[@samholmessailing]

Thanks! The sightseeing is definitely top notch here! A favorite place I’ve visited

[@murraywilson2507]

Wow. I follow your videos fairly sporadically - every few weeks or so (always enjoy them). Last one I watched you were on your way to Ireland and what a surprise to find you anchored in Port Ellen in this episode ..where I live! If only I’d have known! Would have had you round for a ‘dram’. Love your videos and glad you made it up to America’s monument (not the lighthouse!) - hope you read the story as to why it’s there. Love your videos and hope you enjoyed Islay and Scotland. A beautiful sail as you make your way north - look forward to the next video. Slàinte Mhath

[@staxter6]

So glad you like my country, enjoy.

[@Ash-cy7yw]

I don't care what Navioncs says. You've still got far bigger balls than me skirting that point my man. Good on you Sam. Keep living large.

[@lesshustlemorecoffee]

Loving it. Be safe, and can’t wait to see Norway.

[@KateKat99]

I’m just learning to sail in the Solent and as Sam has found out, its all about the tidal currents in the UK, you have to plan you passage accordingly.

[@funiguy8779]

Lovin your Celtic isle trip...💕

[@asdfdfggfd]

What a cool town you found to walk around and explore.

[@joebennet770]

Hope you enjoyed/are enjoying your time here in Scotland Sam!

[@derekdunn2540]

Great job getting there. Well done.

[@ashley-tm1uk]

i had never considered scotland as a cruising destination until now...i am a biker, and made the mistake of discovering islay scotch a few years back...aged islay scotch and cigars can be a dangerous hobby ...actually more that it is expensive rathe than a real danger....once you get a taste of that smooth, delicious earthiness , it's hard to appreciate much else...what incredible countryside to bike!...awesome sam!

[@Zoleeca]

Sam: "I am not a biker." (Proceeds biking freehanded).

[@LucScheffers]

Nice! And not drinking alone i see::) Vey good. Fair winds on your passage.

[@NicholleLaVann]

Inspiring looking to follow some of your foot steps next year after my refit. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@alanduncan4691]

Welcome to Scotland Sam, hope you've been made as welcome here as I have in the US over many years of visiting. I sailed into Port Ellen with a pal back in August. We had glorious weather, but the same problem with the tides as you (though we were trying to go west to get round outside of Islay and up to Mull). Thought we'd timed it right, but couldn't get enough wind or a decent angle and by the time we tried all we could in that regard, the tide was starting to move against us. We gave up and went north east to Gigha, which is also beautiful.

[@gpk7683]

Sam, you are taking us on quite an adventure. More than a few of us old salts are asking why we didn’t venture out when we had a chance.

[@missVmilne]

Lovely to see your adventures - you're doing so well feeding our youtube addiction as well as your own. Thanks and cheers !! Hello from London : - ) x

[@kunststofffantastisch5690]

Good luck with the "good forecast" this time of the year. Fair winds my friend and look forward to your next vid.

[@haighaj]

Looks lovely, battered haggis is a new one, I'll have to look that up next time I'm in Scotland! Keep the videos coming, can't wait for your next one!

[@johnlittle8822]

Thanks!

[@davidsmart8594]

I'm so glad you changed the spelling... I'm also very glad you're enjoying my home country. Although a deep-fried haggis and chips (a 'haggis supper') is nice, you should really try a fresh haggis from a butcher or good supermarket. 'Mc Sween's' is a good brand.

[@Time782]

Great video. Looking forward to seeing the North sea.

[@chosenundead6376]

Yes been waiting for you yo get here!

[@philgray1023]

Truly a great place to sail.

[@rexstiger6090]

Great video and very interesting. Thanks!

[@mjb0183]

Safe sailing ⛵️ 👍🏻

[@iaingraham6924]

British telephone box "is that real... Wow! It is." Tickled my brain when I heard that 😃🤙🏻

[@jamiewashere]

Oh I love haggis supper, try it with a bit of brown sauce next time. Awesome video Sam, makes me wish I was back there.

[@leahrliporada5818]

Take care Sir Sam God bless watching from Philippines

[@earthwalker007]

Absolutely amazing episode keep them coming :)

[@thatoceanvibe2058]

Another nice video Sam! You inspire us to go out there to discover the world on the water. We do not know much about sailing. We get a lot of comments from our watchers that we do not know what we are getting ourselves into etc, and that is true.. But at the same time we are new to all of this, so we do not really know if we will succeed in going on with our story. My question is: Is there a way that we can prepare for what is coming? What would you advice us? Love Dirk & Maraya

[@twentyrothmans7308]

That title went from "whiskey" to "whisky" miraculously. I hope that you receive a warm welcome from everyone here in Great Britain.

[@krozareq]

LOL... 100 things to trigger a Scotsman... "Whiskey"

[@yardarm5]

Cool beats at the end !

[@MrMikeydrum]

a place that will test all your skills sailing

[@clydeisblue]

I'm starting to wonder, does it always rain and be cloudy so much? Keep up the great work Sam.

[@symphonyfarm2009]

Thanks for riding 10 miles so us arm chair skipper junkies are fed well through the 6month winter when our boats are on the hard!

[@ianhunter3245]

I was just up the west coast of Scotland on Bute last week and bought a bottle of Kilchoman Sanaig, another Islay whisky. Highly recommended!

[@SailingSeaDreamofClyde]

Ah, the fun of tidal currents! Timing is everything! Nice working fighting your way into port, and what a generous volume of scotch they gave you for tasting!

[@charliesimeon]

Great videos Sam, just one point of order... "Whiskey" is the Irish and US spelling... the Scots drop the "e" and are quite vocal and militant about their spelling of Whisky. Just so ya don't annoy the locals too much pal.😉

[@GGggG-yz2uk]

last i checked Sam is American, correct? So he would spell it with an E.

[@GavinMorris1]

@@GGggG-yz2uk Only if he was describing American or Irish product. The Scots make Scotch Whisky.

[@igloo687]

The Scots don’t drop the ‘e’, the Americans added it!

[@M440iUK]

I trust you captured a bottle of Lagavulin for the travels? One of my favourites and especially good with Haggis, Neeps and tatties. Next food mission, should you accept it, is to search out the stovies!

[@samholmessailing]

Of course 😉

[@vegature2906]

more good sailing, great work.

[@MrShankwheat]

Awesome video. That current was insane

[@sallyb3]

Enjoyed Scotland and your land excursions the best, cheers

[@gefginn3699]

Great post Sam

[@Escaladavale]

Thanks

[@vinceglauser4770]

Thanks Sam. I enjoyed the video.