Pushed to BREAKING point. Our WORST sail EVER [EP 64] | Sailing Millennial Falcon

[@keithwhite3782]

Extremely impressed with how you two handled that situation. >60% of most couples would have gotten snippy with each other. That shows a great recipe for a long lasting SOL mates. Love watching you too.

[@petertorrey236]

Do not stop sailing. Evaluate your options..but don't stop. You are both fine sailors. My advice..which is worth shit( I know) get to the Med..TOTAL.re-fit or a newer boat. You guys are on the cusp of you tube success..you are funny, fun to watch and a competent, compelling, hard working couple. I sail but have also become a sailing vlog nerd...you both have that "it" factor...make it work for you. Good luck..you will be fine!

[@geofftitterton8977]

Spot on, I'll second that!

[@loubob21]

Your advice is worth gold.

[@richardroth8087]

Yes, yes and yes!!! Did I say, yes? Love you A and K.

[@georpwl]

What a great episode! This thing unfolds like a Terry Brook’s novel. Great editing and music also. Thank you!

[@barbaralane9825]

Adam is that one in a million kind of person. In the most intense stress he remains calm and focused. You two really are a great team.

[@Flyawayin2023]

Sorry Adam for all the problems, but good call, safety first. When multiple problems come at you it is so easy to become overwhelmed, especially when your short on sleep. You did a wonderful job of working the problem and getting safely to port, sign of a good captain!

[@frankenpolo]

This episode gave me deja vu. It's uncanny how similar our experiences have been. You've got a good boat. Things will break and be fixed. It's part of our life but you probably realize that by now. Can't wait till we meet again.

[@SailingMillennialFalcon]

Really?! Phew, someone else who’s boat breaks as much as ours 😂 a story swap would be great one day! 😊

[@richardoates5435]

I've been sailing for 30 years. Thanks for showing the other and very real side of boat life. Best video I've watched in some time. Good on you, carry on.

[@Kuokoa]

Love how you two support each other!!!!!!!

[@jimmerriman6920]

Keep the faith, keep the boat. Make repairs, and sail the world. And remember, now you have another great story to tell for the rest of your lives. It only makes your relationship stronger, and your story better. Cheers!

[@shakyhandpictures2185]

This channel has become as much about watching you two wonderful young people and the growth of your relationship as it is about sailing. The love you two share is obvious the sailing is secondary. Enjoy it all, the good and the bad.

[@richardroth8087]

I second that, BIG TIME!

[@brianlambert4685]

Hi Guys - Thanks for providing me with such a thrilling insight into the life I'd love to have but to wedded to home 'commitments' to take up! If its any consolation I share a 1981 built cruiser that we bought for peanuts, Solved the known issues including treating the Osmosis etc before we left UK. We are now on our way to Greece but only have 3 weeks a year on the boat. Every trip stuff breaks. I used to enjoy moaning about it at our home sailing club. One day one of my rich buddies with a new 55ft top of the range cruiser that was at that time in the Caribbean said "Brian its no different, every trip we make things fail and I spend half my cruising time fixing and replacing stuff'". I now consider it part of the challenge and half of the pleasure is overcoming the problems and keeping going! You guys have so much more skill and knowledge than we do you're bound to succeed. Keep it up and keep posting. Love you both!

[@tullahomaC]

Even after a shit sail, you both kept your cool, kept your relationship in good standing, and you were not having to go to a job you hate. Some days just suck, keep on rolling with the tide and see what tomorrow brings... Hope you get it all working soon, or even as I am typing this. I hope you have a better time of it on the next trip!!! Chris

[@martiningemannbording8758]

Love how honest you both are. We all had these trips where everything just fall apart. You both did amazing!!!

[@lessd685]

You did a great job cooping. Way to go. I must hand it to you both for not having a big argument nor even a small disagreement. You are truly an example of a couple in tune with each other. After this series of "challenges" everything else which pops up will seem minor in comparison. Now, lets get it all together once again and get across that darn body of water. Fair Winds.

[@martinrouen]

Really brave of you to be so transparent in this video. I really hope you don't stop. I'm living my life vicariously through you!!!! If you stop, you'll regret it where you're old and grey. You had a shite time, recognised that the best thing was to go back and did exactly that. As a team, you are rock solid and that is not something you can acquire over time: You're meant to be together and meant to be sailing. Much love, Cornwall, UK

[@alicecoppers8980]

It has been this way for us on the land too. A friend of mine was in a car accident and I myself have a neighbor with Alzheimer’s who is getting violent and my fridge caught fire in middle of night. A lot of weird things are happening please be patient I look to you guys for my patience and how to be a better calmer person and still funny.

[@nonaparker564]

alice coppers How awful for you .Hopefully you are all ok ?

[@richardjohnson84]

Adam, you are awesome. Try to keep your spirits up. Thank you for posting this. It shows everyone that it’s not always sunshine and rainbows when you follow your dreams. You both are an inspiration to a lot of people.

[@pmnfernando]

see it that way: obviously you werent meant to do this particular crossing. you made a solid decision to turn around (this being perhaps the biggest, most powerfull, lesson to take) and you were unscathed, your survival was never an issue. keep it up

[@bocaboy69]

Boats - you love them and hate them at the same time. Millennial Falcon has taken you far and wide while giving you the opportunity to learn as you go. Glad to see that you made it safely back to land! I am sure you could get everything ship shape (again) or find a new boat, just as long as you keep traveling and post your awesome video's.

[@sailingavocet]

very, very true.

[@robertorzech2466]

Wow ! Great journey ! There was nothing boring about this trip. Look at it as Neptune just testing your steel ! It looks like you passed with flying colours. This trip will give you's hours stories to share in the future ! What ever you do , just get back up in the saddle and give it another shot. We're all rooting for both of you's ! Cheers

[@chrismadden74]

Adam your a pro! Always remember SAFETY FIRST! Better safe than sorry. You can alway go next week, thank God you were so close to where you started, it’s a sailboat something will alway break down!

[@WEsail]

Hiiiii guys! Maybe you see these maybe not but just wanted to say hi and say we're loving the vids, glad your channel is doing so well!! See ya down the line somewhere!!

[@SailingMillennialFalcon]

Hey guys!!!! The cats out of the bag now! We’re still Caribbean bound! We may cross paths again sooner than later. You guys look like your having the best time over there! Pictures are epic! 💗

[@kevinhirdes8097]

Sorry for your bad couple of days. Totally can relate as we spent our weekend with a blown engine in one car and a bad water pump and thermostat in a 2nd car. You guys handled it well, hang in there it will all be behind you soon. Of course you all ready know that since the videos a a few weeks behind reality. Anyway, take the words of encouragement for what they are worth.

[@johncleveland5348]

I'm sorry everything went so badly. I hope whatever you decide to do, you'll keep filming. You are part of our lives now...

[@leslieholmes2899]

You two always seem to pull humor out of the world no matter the circumstances. Great job!

[@AlfOfAllTrades]

Legends. Staying calm, collected and rational in the face of major issues at sea. Good job, guys. You did amazingly well!

[@colingrant7355]

Good decision to return, and well done for keeping calm and “working each problem” in an order that would keep you safe. I’ve been following for quite a while and I’m sure you could get Millie in a fit state to make the Azores, just perhaps not this season. People have done it in smaller, older boats. When I feel disheartened on a passage I turn to Robin Knox-Johnson memoirs. Never fails to inspire. As an aside you may wish to see the episode of Sailing Hilma when they lost their rudder to a reef whil entering a narrow passage. That is a problem I would not want. Chin up guys and carry on.

[@gerrycooper56]

Guys, to a greater or lesser degree all cruisers have been in your situation. On a 12 month cruise I removed and reinstalled a genset 3 times, lost the main engine through injector failure and in the first day broke the jib halyard and put a birds nest in the forestay. Never underestimate the power of 2 - just having someone else there is worth a million bucks. Keep at it - it is worth it.

[@samgentile7494]

Actually the days when things go wrong are the best sailing days we have because they create lasting memories that you remember forever. Nice, calm, non eventful days are quickly forgotten. Sailing is mostly about 'confidence in yourselves first'. All boats (new or old) can have problems. Self-confidence in knowing you can deal with the problems is what matters most.

[@paultabone2010]

💖🌈💖⛵️ You are both incredible how you get through this , and never forget that 💖⛵️never forget your dream 🦋🌈⛵️ you have tens of thousands of us behind you.💖💕⛵️🌈🦋💖💕

[@sailingavocet]

yes!

[@EDavis0111]

You two are an inspiration. And this episode serves as a good reminder to this old sailor that tends to sink into "the sky is falling" mentality much too soon. Great job at keeping your cool and simply working each problem as it arises.

[@ianwhite1287]

You guys are damn inspirational. Sorry about all the problems but watching you guys get through it *together* is, I suspect, a main reason why subscribers love your channel.

[@scottclifford4370]

I second that!!

[@goulash75]

Adam... Bloody champion mate! To go through all of that and keep your cool shows you're a first class gentleman. Khiara, your morale support makes for a perfect partner in situations like this. Great job to the both of you.

[@64aqualife]

You both now can declare yourselves "seasoned sailors! " You will be laughing years from now to your kids sharing the stories. The beauty of blue water sailing is character building and kudos to you both for handling with grace and making decisions that worked well. Thank you for sharing and looking forward to the next video on the updates with the boat and yourselves!

[@janiceworkman7144]

You could not have did any better than what you were doing. Even the best ones fail. You both have a great attitude! Thank you for sharing your rough times♥️

[@richardhartley7834]

Well done you two for keeping your heads up in a totally near impossible situation. You did not let it get to you .Great relationship you have .Good luck .

[@Sirena_Edonismo]

There are a lot of things in sailing and in life for that matter that you can't control. The one thing that you can control is how you treat each other. You have obviously figured that out. It's refreshing to see how you hold each other up when the other is down and when both of you are down you still realize how lucky you are to have each other. You are both great people and are even better together. You have riches that most people dream of, a really wonderful love and respect for each other. Makes me very happy to see and hopeful that I will be as fortunate someday. Love you guys. ❤️

[@ralphholiman7401]

Everyone hates their boat and cruising at some point. I've lost count of the times on a bad passage, or when stuff was breaking, that I swore I would be selling the damn thing, and getting out of boating, the first chance I got! I never do! Hang in there! Everyone has had those moments. Enjoyed your video!

[@Mr.Stacey-L-SCC]

Both of you are badasses and you know it so carry on! Thanks for sharing.

[@montymontano8618]

What a great job of keeping your heads and spirits up. Good decison-making. I really admire you two.

[@SailingBakoua]

That qualifies for a #couplesgoals remark! You guys did great together and made a proper decision! Don't give up! You'll get Millie to tip top shape for that passage! We [the entire KZbin community] believe in you! Cheers!

[@scotttaylor7626]

Hey Guys, keep your heads up. You did a great job, keeping your cool and working together. Jan and I love watching you guys, by far one of the most entertaining channels we watch. I know you'll will overcome!!!

[@tbonemc2118]

I think there are a good number of your followers who'd swap one of your terrible days with any one of theirs. It's a part of boat life fixing stuff on the run and you two seem a pretty capable pair as you work through your latest ones. Don't give up your dream as you have a lot of your lives left to regret it.

[@ronbenyahweh2597]

Thank you so much for sharing the truth about sailing long distance I'm 57 years old and have been sailing most of my life most of the other sailing videos only show the good times you guys show how much work sailing really is but in my opinion its still worth it you guys are doing a great job

[@davidsanders4826]

Thumbs up to you both! Mechanical parts breaking down mid ocean consume our emotions. Keeping calm is something we can control. I salute you both x

[@CaptainSeeker1]

Serious challenges overcome. Well done! There are only two kinds of stuff on boats. Stuff that broke and stuff that is going to break. This was quite a flurry of the former but the latter applied to most of the stuff on the boat. The thing that doesn't break on a taught ship is the crew. You handled the problems well, stuck together and handled it -- and you now know you can. Congratulations on a successful resolution to a really harrowing experience.

[@michaelsamuel4159]

Come on you guys!! No one's hurt, your boat isn't taking on water, you have each other. All is well!! You'll be fine!

[@dale7436]

So sorry to hear about all of the boat issues. Even while in the US Navy our boat with 88 men on it had a problem when we hit a typhoon between the Philippines and Vietnam and we lost the rubber seal to the bow door and started taking on watering onto our tank deck. So much water that our cargo started to float and the second night I saw one of our Navy issued life rafts break free of its moorings and slip below the ocean. Really gives a person lots of confidence. Glad that you both soldiered out of the situation.

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

What eventually happened?

[@arekkaniewski4442]

Feel bad for you guys. Here is advice on the shaft. Install a drive saver. It's a rubber disk, goes between your transmission and prop shaft coupling. A set of bolts attach one side to tranny, another set of bolts to the coupling. Less torque needed, good if you snag a line around the prop..vibration could cause loose bolts as well. With the halyards, whatever shackle,snapshackle you use, I always use seizing wire as backup. Had same happen to me once in a bad time and place. Now I seize all of halyard shackles, never an issue after that. Good luck.. don't give up the ship. The Tayana will always take you home

[@somadevo]

WOW!!!!Well the most valuable part of your trip is your relationship and that passed the supreme test. I know this sounds nuts, but this is so blatantly over the top it all feels like The Divine Plan to me. I believe something valuable to you is going to come from this disasrous attempt at making the crossing. You both did well with such a major avalanch of bummers. I just got out of a week in a hospital with two days of heart procedures so give thanks you are at the level of capability you are. We veiwers just love you both even more for having to face these challenges. Life will match up to your beauty again...hang in. Highest Loving Blessings

[@bnbailey]

Ugh! How frustrating and disheartening (and frightening). I really admire how the two of you just gutted your way through it as a team. I hope you were able to get some rest, make some progress on repairs, re-assess your situation and make a set of decisions you can feel comfortable with. Only the two of you were there, together, making decisions in the moment, and you did brilliantly. I always look forward to the next video. All the best!

[@barbaralienhard3490]

I hardly know what to say. I'm glad you're okay that is the most important thing. And you made the right decision to return to Bermuda and we're anxiously awaiting the next videos. Stepping up our prayers for you two. You're both too nice to have this shit happen to you. Love you both.

[@googleaccount6761]

Watching this a year afterwards you guys have all these things fixed. That's how it goes...today's problems bring tomorrow's solutions...sail on!!!

[@tvonzweck]

There is something in the air... La Vagabonde - tough times for Elena; Sailing Kittiwake - 60kt Mistral with mention of their worst passage coming up on their next video; and you guys with your boat problems. Keep the chins up. Great job on keeping it together and doing what you could to get back to shore.

[@p-dubya]

High praise to you both!! Despite the mounting challenges, you maintained cool heads and continued problem solving with obvious frustration with Millie but maintained respect, support and encouragement for one another and nothing replaces that kind of teamwork! Learning to be excellent sailors? Most definitely! But you two are teaching/inspiring/modeling something far more important than just sailing skills. Bravo, you two! So proud of you both!!

[@rickbarlow7831]

Remember the rock band Journey? DON'T STOP BELIEVING!! looking forward to your next episode 😁

[@christopherneil988]

You will persevere! One day you will look back on this and say we did not give up under pressure.. Good luck on your adventure.

[@DomingoLIsasi]

I am helpless. I feel deeply for your distress. But you both will prevail. The team work you showed was exemplary. I can assure you that morale is extremely important. And you young miss, are exactly what was needed, while he was doing exactly what was needed. Put her, Millie, on the hard, address all the problems and keep sailing. Nothing in life worth doing is easy. The harder the effort, the greater the reward. Said the man, smoking a cigar while sipping his rye.

[@GBRmedic]

Well done, good decision making, sound job... you identified early that it was best to turn back, you focused on your goal and did what was needed to get there safely. Excellent video, great example set

[@cnc75adventures49]

Sorry guys love your vlogs what doesn’t kill us makes us stronger your still out living a adventure I am so envious of I would trade your problems for digging a ditch any day your doing it👍👍

[@hankfletcher4768]

Success is merely enduring failure - I see this as an absolute win!

[@GENECARP]

Don’t know you guys but proud of the both of you..If we want to live lives full of adventure and experiences, that kind of shit happens. Well handled...

[@weinerdog137]

All part of the learning process! Solid boat and a crew with the heart. Sail on!

[@Eric_412]

I must congratulate you both for how you handled the situations, I would have lost my shit big time at the boat.. You both showed so much maturity. I was also impressed how you both decided to turn around and not become a statistic

[@nonaparker564]

Was nail biting stuff watching this episode.You are both really inspirational the way you work together to try to solve the problems that seem to arise frequently! Love the fact that you were both so calm ( angry understandably) but still calm !

[@MrMoses28]

I feel so bad for you guys. We can feel your frustration and love with this boat.

[@greghall14]

Brilliant video, brilliant achievement on overcoming such difficult circumstances, absolutely first class young couple. You both should be very proud.

[@billhanna8838]

Chin up , I gotta drive an hour & a half in smog to go to the office for 8 hours , wanta swap. Love you all - fair winds

[@lawrencestark1944]

Im glad you made it to Bermuda and your safe. Your safe thats all that counts. Ill be praying for y'all for fast repairs and back to safe sailing. God bless

[@desolatemetro]

Glad you guys are OK and great job staying calm. Good call to turn around as well. That deal with the prop shaft issue could definitely have been ugly under different circumstances so I guess that's one thing that actually worked out.

[@blainedrayer4776]

Truely amazing reactions from the two of you . I applaud your stamina and nature when facing such a daunting array of problems.

[@blainelarsen5129]

You guys are doing great. Just fix the issues one at a time and don't let the problems get you down.

[@bryannelson9396]

Wow! You two are troopers to be able to get through that!!

[@garyc5483]

Keep your chins up. Things will get better once you can fix a few problems. I would bet on the prop shaft having a very slight bend in it. Even the smallest bend will cause vibrations. I The nut needs pinning on once the shaft is checked and true. Hopefully you get things fixed up soon and can get away to your destination. Many old boats are sailing the oceans and they take a bit more upkeep than a newer model but many do it year on year so don't give up on Millie. Good luck with the repairs and hope to hear better news in the next video. Fair winds & regards from the UK

[@grant_thompson_twizel]

Top effort guys. Gutted for the false -start, gear up, have another crack! you'll get there!

[@flybird141]

That was a tough break and you handled it quite well:) No matter how much optimism you throw at a boat, what has always been true, is a boat is a hole in the water surrounded by wood, metal or fiberglass to which one pours money! Give it some time and it will heal:)

[@rogermace4516]

Owning a yacht there is always highs and lows, the main thing is you both kept calm and got back to port safely which is a huge sigh of relief. By the way dont think a new vessel would be any better, most are not. Keep Safe

[@caychandler7994]

Thank you for your details and fun easy to watch videos. You have been very helpful to me in regards to making a decision about how to buy my boat and what I can do to manifest my dreams. Stay blessed and safe.

[@michaelwaegemans6802]

Yes, old boats... Old owner mistakes and stuff breaking. Always fun. I currently have rubber in the diesel tank disolving that i have to deal with. Good problem solving!

[@billyhaney6696]

Don't give up, making it through tuff times make you stronger. Your a great couple ,love your vids ,

[@jamesmcmahon7837]

Ah bless - at 18.08.. 🥺 He’s a keeper lol.. Binge watching the series to catch up… You’re both doing great so far!

[@TheTWhite]

I am a trucker, and making a living by using machines everyday has me seeing issue after issue as well. I feel your pain in a way, but on land "stranded" away from home at times, but not at sea. Best wishes as you regroup!

[@wilbuzllf5057]

It sucks when everything goes wrong but remember, it could be much worse. You could be stuck at a desk, working 9-5 under artificial lightning just to reach some deadline that doesn't make any sense at all in the world. Enjoy the sailing life while you can, face the hardships the way you have shown you do before, even a bad day at sea usually beats most days working the hamster wheel. Older boats break down, newer boats break down, technology stops working, leaks appear, you've done a great job fixing the acute things and made the smart choice to go back. Make the smart choice to fix things, one at a time and then get going again. I've got a 1976 S&S 35 footer, I know things will stop working and already have, I am working at finding small stupid leaks, failing autopilot etc and while I am safe in the harbor I'm fully aware of the fact that I rather be at the boat, fixing problems, than stuck here at work. Good luck and keep up the spirits and put on another beautiful smile! /Rasmus

[@outdoorzfam]

I would say you guys deserve a vacation after that, but you life is a vacation. Don’t forget that 💚💙 we wish we can be traveling like you.

[@blackknight8596]

Problems happen, that is life. You guys coped spectacularly and made a prudent choice IMHO. The Azores will be there whenever you and Millie get there. If I could recommend, perhaps a flexible(i.e. rubber block) coupling between the gearbox and the propshaft flanges would help with the vibration? With the voltage issue, check in order - all battery terminations tight and not corroded, main battery cables including interlinks are not showing signs of corrosion or heat damage, charging cable ok (check resistance with ohmmeter), likewise charging return cable or connection via hull ground, check any voltage sense wires and/or temperature sensors, check connections on current shunt for ammeter or power monitor, if flooded cells - electrolyte levels - electrolyte density - look for collapsed plates, all batteries off load and on load cell voltages (should all be same). Wishing you the very best of luck.

[@jedi201]

Great vlog, bad luck but this builds character. You will get stronger in your relationship and even make better sailors. Keep going. Greetings from South Africa

[@markscott3124]

Just came aboard (ha ha ha) I never realized how much I want to live on a sailboat until the past year or two. I've been watching another channel and now the Falcon. Keep going never give in prepare for the worst and take the rest in stride your great. I live in the Blue ridge mountains I know it's not on water but you still have to keep your head do what you can with what you have to maintain with mother nature and circumstances y'all have a good partnership so always have each other's back. Looking forward to the experience of your adventures.

[@SailingMillennialFalcon]

Thanks mate, I reckon you have some good practise there for boat life then 😄 Hopefully we’ll see you out here one day!

[@grzegorzzdzienicki3363]

Unfortunately, sometimes that's life. Big thumbs up for going through this together like a couple. You are doing great, boat however, not so much. This bring the question how to approach this problem, general restoration of the boat (and how much that would cost) or upgrade to better one (again the price tag on it). Big thinking and decision ahead of you, hold on there and stay strong.

[@rfunk727]

Only 2 reasons to panic on a sailboat: 1) You wake up in the middle of the night a see a large freighter less than 100 feet away and heading straight towards you. 2) you go downstairs and there is 2 to 3 feet of water down there. Much else should be taken with a grain of salt.

[@somadevo]

Yup bells and whistles are just and add on that created fragile dependencies.....sailing worked amazingly well and created heros long before motors entered the scene.

[@Mahalo_83]

Rick Funk fire is a good reason to panic too

[@rayjay1770]

Waking up and finding out that your first mate isn't on board

[@Mahalo_83]

Running out of rum on day 5 of a 10 day passage 😧

[@michaelmcnair007]

I've never had a close call with a big ship collision, but I have jumped out of bed for my watch and had a foot of water in the floor (in the Gulf of MExico). SCARY! Keep up the good work you two!

[@lukedenbleyker5091]

Stay the course. I'm rooting for you guys.

[@johnjacobson3310]

Oh man Adam.... I have felt like you looked at 15:18! Hang in there brother! You and Khiara worked the issues very well.... Never give up! Khiara, great job under pressure!

[@koruoceanvibesproject7510]

I really feel for you guys, but you named your boat after a piece of crap bucket of a space ship! What did you expect!? 😂 no seriously, GREAT episode! It really does show boatlife on passage i reckon! It never stops right. Safe travels to you both! Looking forward to your next adventure! 🙌🏽⛵️🌀🌎

[@amandakent7404]

I’m sorry it didn’t go to plan for you, well done for keeping calm.... onwards and upwards!

[@shieldaigbencher]

You have done a great job. Things happen. It’s how you deal with it.

[@Gunnie1961]

Sorry to hear of the mishaps but here's a quote that I feel is fitting for the two of you. "I know it seems hard sometimes but remember one thing. Through every dark night, there's a bright day after that. So no matter how hard it get, stick your chest out, keep ya head up and handle it." And you know what, YOU DID!

[@pmarr98]

You guys are great don’t give up

[@aubreymachin1679]

well done guys keep the faith your positive attitudes will keep you going

[@luislopez3963]

Not one argument, nice way to treat each other and respect yourselves. I look up to you both and I'm 58. I was in Perth when I was in the Navy. Special people Aussie's like Hawaiians good hearts and calm tranquil of the earth people. Love your adventures, looking for a sailing course. Thanks

[@scottclifford4370]

So glad you are safely back in Bermuda. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm cheering for you two to complete your journey. All the best, till the next episode

[@chuckharp6579]

Hats off to both of you! No panic, you kept your heads about you. All the Best! Your safe and that's what matters! You guys both deserve those beers! So how do you spell Millennial Falcon?????