Lagoon 46, Sailing France to Croatia

Sailing Lagoon 46 Catamaran from Les Sables (France) to Croatia. 30 days and 2600Nm. Crossing Bay of Biscay to Gibraltar and than crossing Mediterranean sea to Croatia. How to sail and living aboard sailing catamaran.
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[@georgegarnet3516]

Great job guys! Very educational, emotional, gastronomic and honest slice of sailing life! Authentic. We'll be watching you :-)

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! 😀

[@pv7381]

BRAVO!!! Video je fantastican. Mnogo lepih objasnjenja i duhovitih komentara. Pozdrav sefu kuhinje, otvorio mi je apetit. Dva puta sam jeo dok sam gledao i uzivao gledajuci video. Pozdrav celoj ekipi.

[@IgorStropnik]

Hvala! Sef je najbolji!

[@fransiscarumiris9772]

Love ur video especially those all food. Love from Jakarta Indonesia.

[@grimmentinvestments9289]

Great video Igor, I’ve just bought a 2019 lagoon 450F and was reassured by your positive love for that model. Safe travels 👍

[@IgorStropnik]

🙌🍻

[@andrejstropnik9115]

Bravo Igor!

[@Silvervwolfee]

That boat sure creeks a lot!

[@IgorStropnik]

I hope they fix it on new boats.

[@Dim78888]

Cooking sailing video. 😃 definitely, looks very delicious.

[@IgorStropnik]

I was hungry all the time while editing this video...😋

[@inspiron1]

Igor, great video, fun to watch (as always).

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks :)

[@maricallo6143]

Damn, those night vision binoculars steal the show...

[@IgorStropnik]

they are very cool.

[@erkananil620]

@@IgorStropnik do you know the which brand and how much do they cost?

[@IgorStropnik]

@@erkananil620 Pulsar Accolade 2

[@viralml]

The good life!

[@bojanmtubic]

Best and most communicative skipper in the Adriatic sea! Keep up with the interesting videos😎👏👍💪

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙂

[@ehodeltaindia3096]

I like that foods...yummy

[@IgorStropnik]

the best chef!

[@cathyreither7023]

Love your videos. The way you do a tour to see cabins and I love seeing what can be made to eat onboard. What are your thoughts on the motorized catamaran we live in British Columbia

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Cathy! Naver sailed one but I like them.

[@dougschemmel99]

Captain Igor your videos are awesome. If I can ask, can you give us a bit of your background. Do you own a sailboat, years sailing, schooling… etc etc…

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏🍻 Started on family 8m monohull when 3years than dingys, racing on cruisers, so grew up sailing. I am conditional trainer (university of Ljubljana).

[@Lionn8563]

Max speed 16.4 knots?!

[@fatheroftwo4865]

@Igor Stropnik how would you deal with the rope around the propeller if it happened during bad weather when you were in Bay of Biscay? Just wondering how to approach an extreme situation like that 🤔

[@IgorStropnik]

If it is possible to go on you wait for better conditions. If not than I put neoprene, fins and mask. Knife on rope attached to my wrist. I put rope around my waist to attach to boat. At night I use armytek wizard pro headlamp. And than dive in ... If none of these is possible you can just float and wait for better conditions.

[@fatheroftwo4865]

@@IgorStropnik thanks! Hope you won't find yourself in a situation like that 🤞🏻

[@alebb9922]

I need that night vision you have @30:33 in the video. Where can i find it? how much does it cost? thanks and hope to see you in croatia (I am from Venice)

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! It is Pulsar Accolade 2.

[@Theshaman12]

Donuts, for real?

[@dwtbgc]

Thanks Igor for the nice video. Can you please give specs of the binoculars and PEB ?

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! It is Pulsar Accolade 2. What is PEB?

[@dwtbgc]

@@IgorStropnik I meant Personal Emergency Beacon

[@IgorStropnik]

PLB is from Ocean Signal PLB1. Another good option is Garmin Inreach as you can have SAR insurance via GEOSS, you can sand your position and you cant send SMS or email via Iridium.

[@quentinjanssen5624]

Would you consider do a comparison video about the popular cats (for blue water cruising). Rly wondering about your opinion!!!

[@IgorStropnik]

I like making videos. Which boats?

[@quentinjanssen5624]

@@IgorStropnik I think the popular lagoon and leopard are a good place to start. Channel ruby Rose made a great serie about this topic. Many watching these vids think about going for this lifestyle so this is really usefull info. :D

[@bitcoin4life]

@@IgorStropnik I would be very interested in a comparison between all Lagoons from 42 to 52 for a small family for blue water cruising :-)

[@IgorStropnik]

@@bitcoin4life L52 video comming soon and some comparasion to other cats 😊

[@bitcoin4life]

@@IgorStropnik I am already excited :-) Stay healthy and stay so alive!

[@Sailwolf_]

Love this video!!! Finally which lagoon is better 46 or 50 for you?

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! I prefer L46.

[@Sailwolf_]

@@IgorStropnik Thanks!!!

[@josenavarro1466]

Estaria bueno que los videos esten en todo lo idiomas si la apicacion esta usala a si mas personas lo verian

[@nevenmarovich3173]

What is the weather app you used on your mobile phone ??

[@IgorStropnik]

Windfinder.

[@skuffbuzzer]

Indeed, the furniture is making terrible noises!

[@VERTEPR]

Can you make vlog style videos?

[@IgorStropnik]

More shorter videos?

[@DansKoiPond]

You guys must have literally taken a whole cow with you.

[@IgorStropnik]

Almost like Noah's Ark :)

[@DansKoiPond]

@@IgorStropnik next time I think you should do a weigh in before you leave and when you arrive :)

[@IgorStropnik]

10kg more...🙄

[@DansKoiPond]

@@IgorStropnik looked worth it.

[@Ok-551]

I’m calling this guy when I buy a cat

[@IgorStropnik]

👍🍻

[@megamilyon6111]

what nationality are you Igor ?

[@IgorStropnik]

I am from Slovenia.

[@megamilyon6111]

@@IgorStropnik thanks for the reply

[@Theshaman12]

I could survive off of sailing and steaks.

[@stainlesslobster]

Really ya dont say

[@markh2005]

Lagoon 450, strong boat? Ask Parlay Revival about that!!

[@IgorStropnik]

I sailed it new across winter biscay and it performed very well and felt strong and stif. I hope not all 450 have bulkheads problem as otherwise it is good boat.

[@markh2005]

@@IgorStropnik I beleive there 65 boats that have broken bulkheads so far. Ps, love the vids, alhough you could break them down into several episodes...

[@IgorStropnik]

@@markh2005 Thanks! That is a lot! Not good for Lagoon...

[@Костянтин-я3й]

+

[@lunarrhombus]

I think I gained 10 pounds watching this video. lol

[@IgorStropnik]

🍻

[@laurieespi4828]

Thanks mate for incredible videos! It’s got everything, excellent comments on the boats, wonderful cooking shots, sailing tips and awesome locations. No bullshit, just honest adventure. Please keep it up Igor and thanks!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙂

[@CLEOPWNS]

i always love your honesty on how good /or stupid things are on these boats

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 😊

[@CLEOPWNS]

@@IgorStropnik also when on these Cats, do you have a preference on where the helm is, upper or lower?

[@IgorStropnik]

@@CLEOPWNS I like flybridge with helm on side like L450 and sport top like L42 and L450. I dont like when helm is aft and side like Excess cat.

[@alexhage8092]

Igor's channel is by far my favorite sailing channel. 🙏🏽 Hopefully one day I get to meet you Igor, thanks a million for your documentation and knowledge.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Alex 🙌🍻

[@davidjoelsen3399]

Thank you for letting us be your guest for this fantastic trip. The chef is a magician and makes the trip so much enjoyable. What a great team of bears! Hope to see you three in action next time.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! Chef is the best!

[@nunuland]

That is the best food I have ever seen by a yacht crew! Shout out to the MasterChef! Brilliant! He should have his own channel on how to feed people on yacht trips- he certainly kept things interesting and creative. Great videos Igor, keep them going!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! MasterChef is the best!

[@jtolken]

I just love your videos and your honest reviews of the boats! Thank you so much for taking the time to film and edit these videos. I know it takes a lot of time. Much better food than tortellini on this trip. That guy truly is a master chef. I suggest he feature on future videos as well My mouth was watering. Had to get some wine and cheese halfway through the video before I could continue!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! Imagine how hungry I was when editing this video 😋

[@willumverberne9663]

Horrible cracking noise typical of Lagoon

[@Antares69Star]

Thank you Igor for all this realistic and interesting information... and the nice cooking videos ;-) May I ask, which one of the cruising cats is your favorite?

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! So far I like L46,L52, FP47

[@kwader_1404]

Bro you've came a long way I've been watching your videos since highschool I remember that one when you sailed in that small yellow pudgy

[@IgorStropnik]

From small dinghy to big boat with best chef :) But small boats are still the best fun.

[@kwader_1404]

@@IgorStropnik how much would it take someone to learn sailing a small dinghy may I ask

[@IgorStropnik]

Not much.It is very easy. 1 week to learn but 1 life to perfect it.

[@petrpodobsky5438]

@@IgorStropnik I remmember watching your "small dingy" sailing videos years ago. Best sailing videos ever! You should make another! But maybe we are getting old for small dingy sailing :))

[@IgorStropnik]

@@petrpodobsky5438 Small boats are still the best. I am planing more adventures as soon as we can travel normaly...

[@agyemanboaten4385]

Nice boat but what a steak.

[@kar0lg.234]

Igor masz zajebiste filmy:) życzę dobrego wiatru w żagle 💥

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Karol 🙏

[@kar0lg.234]

@@IgorStropnik 👍👍👍

[@givvaz]

Hi bro. I'm a fan of your lifestyle. I'm web-designer. I love sailing and dream to switch my current profession to the sailor like you do.

[@IgorStropnik]

Give it a try 🙌👍

[@kimmacdonald1049]

Leopard is very quiet, sounds like bulkheads!

[@VERTICALWisdom]

GREAT reviews of the systems and solutions to make them better. Very professional. Do you provide new owners training?

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! New owners training, charter, deliveries, sailing lessons.🙂

[@hoopoo3721]

Love your honesty:) it's very refreshing in a sea of lies.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks!

[@paulkopp3634]

Brilliant video full of useful information and unbiased commentary on the boat itself the sailing tips and also enjoyed the cooking sections haha . Must admit I wasn’t impressed with the creaking and groaning noises from the boat , very noisy . Was it a brand new boat ?

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏🍻 Furniture noise… New.

[@michalbernad8464]

Hi.Great Video and Cat :) Can I ask what kind of night vision binoculars you using ? Best regards from Denmark - Mike

[@IgorStropnik]

Pulsar. Thanks 🙏

[@shirleypeters]

Great cooking show!

[@IgorStropnik]

👍🍻

[@krisrodrigues1]

You look like a king.

[@LondonCarnaval]

🙏🤗👍👍👍👏👏👏💪💪 ✌❤☘

[@IgorStropnik]

🍻

[@martinparker9249]

@48:20 better design would be if the table top atleast had the corners rounded off ?

[@IgorStropnik]

And backrests…

[@usspfnorman]

That creaking is insane. Makes me want to look for a more solid boat.

[@IgorStropnik]

I hope they fix furniture problem. Easy fix.

[@Lui2692]

Thanks for the video! Question: Were you guys motoring for the first 20 minutes of the video? There is an engine hum for most of it.

[@IgorStropnik]

Yes. Wind was not good. Thanks!

[@crismoore6811]

Awesome. Thank you. Your comments are great. Too many sailors have silly music. So much appreciated.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙂

[@audentesfortunajuvat3297]

is this lagoon has issues with cracked bulkhead?

[@IgorStropnik]

No

[@GlennGabriëls]

What is the brand and type of night vision used at 16:15 ?

[@IgorStropnik]

Pulsar Accolade

[@fransiscarumiris9772]

Love ur video especially those all food. Love from Jakarta Indonesia.

[@fransiscarumiris9772]

Love ur video especially those all food. Love from Jakarta Indonesia.

[@НиколайТкаченко-н9к]

Класс

[@Rlindagem]

46:24 🤣 Excellent remark 🤣🤣

[@IgorStropnik]

🙌👍🍻

[@claudiof.barbano5530]

Hi, you booked for April 2022?

[@IgorStropnik]

Last week might be possible. Please send me email [e-mail]

[@longshot789]

Hey, if you can eat well, why not?

[@IgorStropnik]

🙌🙌🍻🥩

[@richarnaud7794]

Do you only sail cataramans?

[@IgorStropnik]

Anything with sail. 2 videos coming of monohuls sailing croatia.

[@doneB830]

Compliments to the Chef.

[@IgorStropnik]

The best chef 👨‍🍳

[@mmfussballtalk8763]

Great video as all of Yours....

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 😊

[@larssolem2507]

The comparison to the 450 I believe was all wrong, if you look at all the 450's which has suffered severe structural damage due to cracked bulkheads and faulty design by gluing poorly instead of fibreglass tabbing of structural elements. I heard all the creeking going on during the passage and that is not a good sign. The boats internals moves and produce all this noise. Would own a Lagoon. When all that is said i enjoyed your video and would have loved to sail with the master chef!

[@paullee6663]

You forgot to mention Jean Luc Van Den Heede did it without any modern technology....and did it with the same technology that was available in 1968/69.....I found your Amsterdam crossing video today....watched from start to finish in one sitting, and I'm catching up on the rest of your videos.... The charter with those ladies, did they charter the vessel and then employ you as Captain, or did they charter the vessel knowing you were the Captain? Did you do all the 'sailing' yourself, as it certainly looks that way on the video? Very professional job Captain. Sorry forgot to mention, that's a new 'Sub' from me :-)

[@IgorStropnik]

At 1:17 I mention Jean🙂 Two of ladies are my friends. They helped when docking. Thanks 🍻

[@apainlessone]

Interesting comments about Lagoon interior noises after so many Lagoon owners are finding interior bulkheads cracking and warping from poor structural design and workmanship. …the Lagoon you were skippering may have been flexing because of problems. Watch “Parley Revival” episodes about the repairs.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! This was new boat. New lagoons like 42,46,50 are more flexible than 450 that is much stifer. Dont know why...

[@axlns81]

okay, I now want to eat something.... Igor, thanks for your video, enjoyed it. in 1.5 years I'll have to do somewhat similar sailing. from France to Turkey, will be a maiden voyage for my leopard 45 :) did you ever sail on Leopard catamarans? how would you compare them to Lagoons?

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🍻Sailed 4600 years ago so hard to compare now.

[@tonygillespie9832]

Just subscribe to your channel, but unfortunately I watched the Lagoon 52, and you are are correct the 46 is very noisy once on the move, have Lagooner addressed this problem, as I am sure they should react to these problem. Really enjoyed your voyages, please introduce the crew prior to commencing your voyage. Thanks

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Tony 🙏👍🍻

[@thierrymenudier9379]

Hi Igor, i am interested in buying a Catamaran between 42 and 48 to sail in Caribean. i am looking fort comfort more than performance.Acording to you which ones i should buy?

[@IgorStropnik]

I like Saona 47 for sailing, lagoon42 for simplicity and L46 for flybridge.

[@jamiebates256]

I just watched your video. Thanks for the tour and the funny humor especially the donuts for your turn to cook. HaHa! Great cooking ideas as well. Nod to your chef! Good information about the boat and destinations and love the sense of humor. Keep it up!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Jamie 🍻

[@johnny12895]

in those high winds and seas ... are you just motoring, or motor sailing with the main reefed? I noticed your jib was down completely.

[@IgorStropnik]

It was too much upwind so used engines to get away from shore.

[@johnny12895]

@@IgorStropnik Hey man admire your spirit, I have recently received my ASA 101, 103, 104 , 114 . Although I have had some experience. I am looking to continue the adventure on a catamaran and learn more more an much more experienced sailor . I have an eye on 2011 leopard owners version! what do you think its out of south Carolina. I would like to bring it down to the Bahamas. I would be thrilled to have your help in this adventure and learn from you. message me if interested !

[@IgorStropnik]

@@johnny12895 Don’t have much experience with Leopard but probably ok. If I have time I help you.

[@johnny12895]

@@IgorStropnik Awesome , have you ever sailed a lagoon 440. I am trying to narrow my vessel search down. The leopards are solid boats, but i have heard some lagoons are a bit creaky or not as strong. great content!

[@IgorStropnik]

@@johnny12895 440 never sailed but seen many times. It sails well and probably stiffer than new boats.

[@draganstanic5181]

kdor ne skaće ni Slovenc hej hej

[@fitcoupleslife6739]

Igor great video of your LONG adventure. I’m sending you email about our conversation !

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 😊

[@stu2355]

Hi, I have just found your channel and have enjoyed your video of this trip,. your chef was simply the best. look forward to watching more of your content. Hi from Gibraltar

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks again and again 😊

[@Darenbranch]

Great vlog , best I’ve seen in a long time Ps who,else thought that that ‘curtain’ hanging down by the gas hob when he was cooking the steaks was a disaster waiting to happen !

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙌🙏🍻

[@davidbarry2372]

what were the state of the noisy bulkheads?

[@IgorStropnik]

That is furniture not bulkheads.

[@davidbarry2372]

@@IgorStropnik ok thanks Igor, just wondering if the 46 has any bulkhead issues? BTW love your last vid on the trimarine. What do you think of the Rapido trimarine?

[@IgorStropnik]

@@davidbarry2372 Really want to try Rapido 😀

[@StephanPluemer]

Cool the Seaexplorer !

[@crismoore6811]

1.2 EU per L? Wow. That $ 4 + per gallon. Crazy prices. In USA half that price.

[@IgorStropnik]

Average price for diesel in Europe is 1.4 to 1.7 EUR.....All the countries have high taxes on fuel🤕

[@peterappleton9269]

Igor, great insight of your passage, but you can't beat an English breakfast!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Peter 🍻

[@gordanbrkic7318]

Hi Igor Great video. Saw the 52 Lagoon also. Both are great videos. I've put a deposit for a 50 Lagoon. I was supposed to pick it up this December, but had to postpone it to next year. I see that you were impressed how the 52 sails. How would you compare it with the 52 for sailing? I would appreciate your opinion. Cheers Gordan

[@IgorStropnik]

For me 52 is much better boat than 50. And it sails better. Take the strongest engine they offer and take yanmar.

[@gordanbrkic7318]

Thanks Igor. Now you got me thinking. I thought I made a good choice.

[@echoe09]

What a difference from the Neel 51. This boat creaks so much and seems like it rocks a lot more!

[@IgorStropnik]

Rocks different than neel but both very comfortable.

[@luigislebensrat8592]

I love the combination of waves and food. Its more about food, which makes it more real ;-)

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Luigi!

[@tdm8507]

Vrhunsko. Kje se lahko prijavim (magari samo za pomivalca posode in vlačilca štrikov)? :) Lp iz MB, Marko

[@IgorStropnik]

Hvala! Poslji mi email z svojimi izkusnjami in ko bo kaksna priloznost javim.

[@bposeidon1]

👍👍👍

[@IgorStropnik]

😊

[@rolidcz7954]

Lagoon has made a really bad reputation for itself with its poor baffle design. Now every squeak is a reminder of this.

[@IgorStropnik]

They don’t seem to care…

[@nautidad]

Nothing cures rolling and pitching for days like grah sa slaninom :) respect!

[@IgorStropnik]

And pasulj. Hvala Damir!

[@cory0702]

Great video, what is the hand held radio you like. Im looking to get a new one now. Thanks

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks! The one in video is from Ocean Signal and I like it as it is supper simple to use. I have my own from ICOM that I like also.

[@jamielancaster01]

Ok boat hate the flybridge!

[@notwhatiwasraised2b]

so don't pee off the deck on solo watch and everything will be fine

[@IgorStropnik]

That is a good start.

[@darynlawzon3216]

Do you ever need crew?

[@IgorStropnik]

I always need it.

[@darynlawzon3216]

@@IgorStropnik How do i contact you?

[@IgorStropnik]

@@darynlawzon3216 send me mail via my web page www.alivesailing.com Write shortly your sailing experience and about you and what kind of delivery are you looking for.

[@jorgemendes3678]

How much You spent in fuel my friend?? Have a safe trip.

[@IgorStropnik]

1300eur

[@johanmarais9950]

Great stuff - objective feedback and fun at the same time - cool man

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Johan?

[@xaltyhimself2593]

We were planning on buying a lagoon 50 and sailing it back to greece from france but after watching this i have on,y realised i do not have enough expertise to even attempt a crossing like this i will probably get you guys to deliver it when i get it.

[@IgorStropnik]

Winter can be tricky. The best for new owners is to bring few friends on a delivery and take pro skipper. We are here for you.

[@xaltyhimself2593]

@@IgorStropnik and would you be able to be our skipper on the passage ??

[@IgorStropnik]

@@xaltyhimself2593 Absolutely 😊 You can find my contact info on www.alivesailing.com

[@Ben-of6rp]

What’s your favorite live aboard Catamaran?

[@IgorStropnik]

Lagoon 52, 3 cabin version. I still have to try Outremer...

[@johnwildwest1]

I wonder if the creaking coming for bulkheads

[@IgorStropnik]

Furniture