S A I L to P A R A D I S E (short movie list) New Caledonia / Oro & Gadji

Hi E V E R Y O N E !
This is one of our short R E A L T I M E movies showing recent events.
In this video we share our experiences in this week - all footage was taken this week.
We sail the M A J E S T I C waters of N E W C A L E D O N I A and are joined by friends on their boat 'Jolifou' in Oro and Catamaran 'Blubie' in Gadji.
Both these anchorages are in the Island Of Pines (Ile Des Pins).
These anchorages on the islands whilst majestic, are not always receptive to yachties because the locals (It's a French island but the local people on the outer islands have a say) want to keep their waters pristine.
We hope you enjoy this short video and it is our hope to bring you some happy vibes and a reminder of how beautiful our planet truly is.
Cheers everyone
Impi out.
MUSIC CREDIT: (by consent)
HERE WE GO by W I L D
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[@wyzolma99]

Yay!! Just found another catamaran sailing channel to enjoy 😊🤗💖

[@checka19881]

Hands down the best music in your vids.

[@qatarsailor7727]

Nice photos, nice editing 👍

[@iangambrill1655]

thanks guys. Another beautiful Vid.

[@CatamaranImpi]

Cheers Ian - so nice to hear from you again!

[@moz1953]

hi Brent, wishing you, Ana and your children a happy xmas and safe / healthy 2019, kindest regards

[@CatamaranImpi]

Hey Moz - sorry to reply so late. Wishing you a Happy New Year and may 2019 be awesome to you and your family

[@DoubleUThings]

Once, Brent. Once...! :-)

[@CatamaranImpi]

You got me thinking and scratching my head ... lol ... ONCE WHAT?

[@DoubleUThings]

@@CatamaranImpi Haha! Once we will reach New Caledonia. I hope :-)

[@CatamaranImpi]

One has to point the nose in this direction, hoist and trim the sails along the way and B I N GO - the dream is yours ;)

[@DoubleUThings]

@@CatamaranImpi First a few months of working on the vessel, amice :-)

[@swany001]

Was that the Isle of Pines ? PS nice video and nice trampoline furniture

[@CatamaranImpi]

Hi Peter and yes, this was the east side of Ile des Pins (Isle of Pines) and Gadji on the west side. Thanks for the compliment about my trampoline furniture - lol :D ... Birthday girl next week ;)

[@simonhantler8062]

brent why not do a video about you guys and your past. everybody loves story.

[@CatamaranImpi]

Hi Simon, I have been asked that a number of times before - I actually have a very 'story telling past' - from School to the Army (we were conscripted in Africa) to starting a business in a country of sanctions, moving to the United States and back to South Africa, Diamond mines, Cancer, Paralysis in an accident that ended up with a brain operation years later, a huge business and it's challenges and always the sea has been what has set me free :) I guess I should look into that sometime - it may be a good memory for my grandkids one day ;)

[@jacorin]

Hey Brent,just heard on an earlier show,that your Diabetic..... type 1 or type 2????? I'm type 2 with tablet and diet... It's something I'm sort of concerned about,so how are you dealing with it while travelling???

[@CatamaranImpi]

Hi Shane - yes - I am type 2. I went onto medication called Jardiance which expels sugar through urine. I found Metformin was causing me many side effects. There is nothing like diet and exercise though, so apart from treating myself to the odd 'Pan au chocolat' I stay well away from foods with sugar and test everyday.

[@jacorin]

Ty Brent,yeah I'm on Janumet and Diamicron, how do you deal with getting meds when travelling?

[@jacorin]

Hi guys, you've probably answered this question before, but I've only just came into watching sailing vids, but why did you opt for an open bridge??

[@CatamaranImpi]

Hi Shane! Yes, we have been asked about the open bridge many times and for good reason really. The bridge actually does have a 'dodger' that folds up to provide a roof and front windscreen to protect one from the elements out there although I seldom put it up since I am one of those sailors who enjoys open air sailing. Some folks with similar vessels have built hardtop canopies with sides and a solid windscreen . On long passages at sea it is not necessary with the technology we have to be upstairs. There is autopilot and inside we have a second 'station' with a remote helm so we can choose if we want to be indoors or outdoors anytime. The main sheet is also controlled on a second electric winch from inside the patio enabling one to release power or sheet it on for mainsail tweaking. What we love about the bridge is the ability to see into the water especially in reef infested areas. Actually, getting to the location where I shot this footage had us sail through a storm that was not predicted - winds were topping 50 knots in gusts and friends of ours on their mono hull 'hove to' waiting for the storm to pass. I was on top of the bridge sailing Impi by reducing sails and in spite of the conditions was able to see where the reefs were and at 9 knots SOG it was comforting to be up there with that visibility and feeling for the power of the conditions in the rig. For all the storms we have sailed through (and we owned a different catamaran before Impi - Catana 471C) I have felt at an advantage being in the open and 'on top' of the craft close to the mainsail and rigging where one can sense the forces at play. No matter the craft, in a storm I am wanting to be out sensing the forces at play on the boat and adjusting lines / halyards / sail area / heading etc. to keep ourselves and the boat safe at sea. For me, the bridge 'on paper' looks like a challenge but in reality it is a huge advantage when sailing the oceans. Cheers and thanks for the interest and for commenting. Brent

[@jacorin]

@@CatamaranImpi hey Brent thank you for replying.Can certainly understand that.I remember way back when I was sailing yachts on Lake Maquarie(NSW,Australia) was racing on the weekends,watching the sails,going fast,was the best. Now I'm a lot older,barely surviving on what the wife earns,watching youtube making myself depressed lol. The arthritis from the long years of soldiering hurting like crazy. I envy you all. Fair winds and calm seas,and stay safe o/

[@mikeferguson2828]

Nice to see you back in the water diving Brent. The water looks stunning for this hey . Keep up the “luring videos “😊

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thanks Mike - actually I seldom take underwater footage because I am a bit useless at capturing it. This dive had tunnels, caves with ceilings that have spiderweb cracks allowing the sun to stream through etc. etc. and somehow I ust could not capture it well. I took my Canon down in the waterproof housing to see if I could get better shots and the on off button engaged under pressure at 20m and remained engaged - lol - I just could not get it to toggle until I surfaced. You dive in fantastic waters Mike ... and yes, the water clarity here is also great on a calm day.

[@mikeferguson2828]

@@CatamaranImpi Brent a gopro 4 onwards takes decent underwater shots "if" you do the following - use a red filter over the lens And use an L arm to mount the go pro on. Both these are cheaply found on line etc. The L arm which is a simple ali bar bent mounts the go pro on the bottom and you hold on the side (foam on the handle) this helps hugely in keeping the camera stable and taking the shake out. The red filter brings back all the colours as without it images are mainly blue. 2 simple things to do which will change your underwater footage dramatically in terms of quality

[@johnhancock1739]

Are you ok heard there was a tsunami in your area?

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thank you John. We took all precautions we could and actually had no impact where we were. Thanks for caring

[@TheKaffeeKlatsch]

Nice Norfolk Pines.

[@CatamaranImpi]

Hi there - thanks for engaging with us. Actually these are commonly known as 'Colonial Pines' unlike the pines on Norfolk Island and elsewhere, but they do look similar :)

[@TheKaffeeKlatsch]

Cook Pine, same genus. Enjoy your travels and thanks for the clarification.

[@brianpanco8325]

just me #200 sorry I have not comented in a long time but mother nature had other things in mind but im like a old timex take a butt kicking and keep on going 4 stents in my heart and im still here you and anna take care and be safe fair winds and following seas sv wunderkind

[@CatamaranImpi]

Aye Brian - No worries about not commenting dear friend and we feel very sad to hear you goig through all this drama with the ticker - NOT nice! We hope things get better for you and please eat the right foods, get just the right amount of exercise and take things easy ... as a sailor you will know the meaning 'Steady as she goes' ... Take care my friend Brent and Ana

[@brianpanco8325]

ill bee here till the end my oldest friend told me the same steady as she goes keep the vids coming and be safe

[@soundbeings1]

Stunning ! Thanks for sharing my friend. What a beautiful world we live on ! Be safe!

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thank you for taking time to comment Phil - a pleasure for us to share the dream. We certainly do live in a very beautiful world. We are watching weather windows again for our passage to Australia - need to do another loop there :) Take care Brent

[@soundbeings1]

@@CatamaranImpi We have family in WA - another beautiful part of the world! Be safe - read about earthquake and tsunami.

[@soundbeings1]

Read further on - glad you are o.k

[@moz1953]

hi brent and ana, just heard there was an earthquake today and hoping you were not affected in any way and are both safe, warmest regards, moz

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thank you so much for reaching out to make sure we are ok! We took Impi to deeper water, set out lots of chain and made sure all was clear ahead of us. We spent the night on 'watch' and all was ok. The biggest wave we felt was a ferry boat that passed us at speed :) Thanks again and much appreciated Brent & Ana

[@moz1953]

@@CatamaranImpi great to hear - stay safe

[@BobLinton]

What a beautiful place this is! Awesome!

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thank you for commenting Bob. It really is an amazing place - rare to find natural places like this on our beautiful planet.

[@BobLinton]

@@CatamaranImpi and the more people share the beauty of it perhaps the more we will protect it.

[@Aqu181]

get in thare

[@CatamaranImpi]

LOL - If someone took a video of me doing yoga they would beg me never to show that again :)

[@Aqu181]

@@CatamaranImpi hahahah funny

[@billbaxter2914]

Great aerial shots. Really nice. Yoga looks painful.

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thanks Bill - lol regarding the yoga - exactly my feeling! Way easier watching it :)

[@robbylafont]

Question: why do so few KZbin sailing channels feature a sail to New Caledonia...it looks beautiful...

[@CatamaranImpi]

Robby, that is a G R E A T question. Ana and I sailed all the way from South Africa visiting many beautiful regions of the world and we fell in love with New Caledonia which few sailors who fly through these waters do. This is our 4th return to New Caledonia! Many sailors tell us they pass through rather quickly because the wind is blowing and they get stuck in a marina, but in reality the islands are so well scattered that one can sail in pretty much any direction with the wind and find a great spot. The area is vast although it looks small on a 'map', it is reef infested which is beautiful but is very worrying for a number of sailors. Personally I find the charts are accurate enough and used with a program like SAS PLanet it really makes sailing here safe. Sailors say the 'islanders' are not very friendly which was our initial thought too, but as one gets to know them they open up. Food is also very expensive and many sailors complain that it chews into their 'cruising budget'. One can find almost any French food here and I believe New Caledonia has more Porches sold per head than any other country in the world .... they are rich in Nickel although demand and pricing is down right now. Another issue is the visa issue. I believe for some countries long term visas are not possible so international yachts find it difficult to really get to know these parts. I considered changing my residency from South Africa to New Caledonia and in consultation with immigration attorneys discovered that they have a very high tax rate - in fact they do not have 'tax alliances' with other countries so in effect we would be subject to 'double tax' for money generated offshore. I mention this because it seems to me that New Caledonia are not encouraging people to move here. New Caledonia does have some issues where the local island folks sometimes chase sailors on - they say it's because they want to keep their waters pristene but I think it's more political than that. It's their space though, so we respect them for the decisions they take, and so far we have not had drama with anchoring where want to unless a number of yachts arrive and then the locals want it cleared out. From when we first visited these waters until now, there has been a huge increase in the number of yachts arriving here. Sadly, I do fear it may become a busy destination, but I think more so for the sailors who can afford to be here. I hope this provides some answers -I am going on what many sailors have told me about not wanting to cruise in New Caledonia. To be honest, it's a region NOT TO BE MISSED ! So far some of the places I have loved most is of course New Caledonia, The Tuamotu Atolls (we did 2 seasons there) and The Bahamas were also nice (although more busy with boats). New Caledonia has all the beauty of these places but so much more diversity like huge mountains, rivers, birds and bird song to name a few additional attractions and one is never far from great supplies.

[@robbylafont]

Catamaran Impi Thank you for that very thoughtful and timely response...based off your channel, when I retire and get a sailboat of my own, New Caledonia will definitely be on my list....another question...a few years back...I watched one of your episodes where your wife and yourself take a beautiful dinghy ride into a river well inland...(I hope this is enough information)...but I’d like to watch it again, but can’t seem to find it...

[@CatamaranImpi]

I think that may have been New Caledonia when we first arrived here? I will see if I can find it ... lots of bird songs up that river!

[@CatamaranImpi]

I T H I N K it was this one. Oh my goodness - I was really struggling to get into the video mode there - LOL! I sound really strange! I remember how difficult it was to get music - things have become easier. Anyway, I kinda remembered because we visited there just before seeing Moose the abandoned dog for the first time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qquldYaGhdWaj6s I think around 2:05 into the video

[@robbylafont]

Catamaran Impi ....yes i remember that poor dog 🐕 with the unusual hunting skills.....your video making skills may not have been polished back then, but it was a great video nonetheless....thank you so much for finding it for me....

[@miles8361]

Thank you a lot for this marvelous and inspiring video, a real gift! Fair winds, cheers from 🇮🇹

[@CatamaranImpi]

Angelo - we are so happy you enjoyed it !!! We L O V E that we were able to bring some inspiration to you and also very thankful to W I L D, the musicians who permitted me to use their song. Cheers my friend Brent

[@laurentfroggy6631]

Nice video Brent, love the music too... Joyeux anniversaire Ana (when ever it is) thanks and best from HKG

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thank you Laurent. As always you leave such awesome comments :) I will pass on the wishes to Ana (13 December) Cheers my Amigo !

[@judebug329]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful place with us. You just helped me fill in a piece of my bucket list as I am not able to travel far. Thank you! 🚰

[@CatamaranImpi]

Awesome Judebug - just awesome! The trick with new Caledonia is to have the means to reach the islands - so take your boat or charter one if possible. Cheers my friend Brent

[@piusstuder794]

Beautiful video, Beautiful country, looks as you like to stay there for Xmas.

[@CatamaranImpi]

Hi Pius and thank you again! Yes, we had hoped to see you in Australia but we have been having way too much fun here. I must say though that the weather is starting to show signs - the GFS models showing up a potential cyclone here end next week or so. The models are in contradiction so we hope GFS is not accurate, but it is time to be sailing out of here for insurance reasons, but on the other hand we have not had great weather windows to Australia recently and Australia also showing us some stormy conditions. So - watching for a window - notified customs in Australia today that we will be on our way!

[@piusstuder794]

Hi Ana and Brent. It is great to hear that you are having such a good time. No wonder that you like to stay there, I can fully understand you. We have here very hot weather for the time of the year and lots of fires around Queensland. It is by for to hot and dry, not normal for our state. I am actually going sailing tomorrow as well. We are participating in the Southport to Cook Island and back yacht race. Should be great fun, as we are expecting winds from 10 - 15 in the morning and in the afternoon up to 25 knots. I wish you a great trip back to Queensland and I'm sure that the customs will welcome you already have way back to here. LOL Fair winds and hope to see you when you are back. Cheers Pius

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thanks Pius - yes, customs hopefully have our South African food waiting for us :D. Enjoy the sailing - sounds like fun! Watching weather windows - it seems we may have to drop lower down the coast if we leave in the week.

[@morrifam]

Absolutely fantastic video. Thank you.

[@archstanton9206]

Running out of superlatives my friend. As I look out at the snow on the ground here the images on the screen are mesmerizing.

[@bill4nier]

Wow, amazing! Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍😍⛵⛵⛵⛵⛵⛵⛵⛵

[@CatamaranImpi]

Pleased to share a slice of this paradise Bill ! Always a pleasure to be sharing this adventure Cheers mate

[@markjones8704]

Top notch mate! Always enjoy your videos thanks for taking us along. How’s NZ treating your daughter, hope she settled in.

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thank you Mark! I spoke to Jenna yesterday and she is L O V I N G her new home. The Kiwi's are taking great care of her and she says it's so amazing to just live without feeling your life is threatened all the time. She is trying to get used to not locking everything every second of the day and says the freedom is incredible. I am hugely indebted to New Zealand for making my daughter feel welcome there - I can't tell you how a father feels in these situations! Thanks for asking mate - hugely appreciated

[@stevel7465]

Another really enjoyable video Brent. You guys look like you have so much fun. Thanks for sharing.

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thank you Steve ! Yes, we certainly feel to be having a lot of fun with our lives. Right now we watching a GFS model that showed a possible cyclone headed for us late next week dissipate somewhat and we hope that trend continues so we can keep having fun :D Cheers Steve ... thanks for engaging with us All the best 'Brent

[@moz1953]

northern hemisphere winter looming large, dark at 1615h and 4C = miserable, thanks for illuminating a dull day albeit for 5 minutes, v best as always

[@CatamaranImpi]

Phew - those northern hemisphere winters are quite something hey Moz. It's the land where the terrain is cold but the hearts are warm. I picture white snow and fire places aglow :)

[@michaelbrown8545]

Great stuff Impi. You certainly don't get to experience this side of New Cal on a cruise. Cheers mate 🍻

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thank you Michael and this is so true about cruise ships - they usually don't get to the quieter spots. Cheers mate :)

[@swarzebear]

amazing footage thank you

[@fxpthl]

What a wonderfully done "Mini-Movie"! Loved the music because it fit in so well with the video. You are in a virtual paradise there in New Caledonia.

[@CatamaranImpi]

Hey Edward - thank you ! I am doing 'mini movies' which are more real time mostly because I am struggling for time right now on the longer ones. We are so busy sailing the islands, meeting people, diving with friends and some animal welfare projects that I find time is just flying. We don't want to let folks down so in the meanwhile I thought to make some 'mini videos' and hopefully get enough really nice ones with great music. New Caledonia - A M A Z I N G - no need to edit anything, no filters on cameras, no after editing of colour etc. - this place has some of the most amazing natural beauty anywhere! Cheers my friend Brent

[@Viajedelavida]

Ana and Brent, I have always been facisnated by those trees that seem to feature in photos of New Caledonia. I keep thinking 'How can pine trees survive out here?'. What is the species and can you provide close-up shots of the trunk and leaves on your next visit? I am keen to know. A big ask, I know! Thanks for all your great videos over the years and very happy to see you get mentions recently on other sailing vlogs (much deserved recognition). Well deserved. If you ever wish to name your tender...it has to be 'Moose'. His existence broke my heart. Take care both and Happy festivities wherever you may be.

[@CatamaranImpi]

Thank you ! Yes, those trees are fascinating - they are commonly known by locals as 'Colonial pines', some folks refer to them as 'Columnar Pines'. There is a very nice write up about these trees here: www.livingoceansfoundation.org/isle-of-pines/ We are getting ready to depart for Australia but if I get to an island again with those trees I will take close up footage. They are identical to the 2nd photo in the article I link I posted here. We love sharing the dream so it's been a pleasure for us to do so and really pleased you enjoy the vids. Moose was such a special island dog and a great idea to name the tender 'Moose' :) Thanks for the wishes ... we think this may be a bit of a 'missed season for us' in terms of festivities as we probably will be sailing over Ana's birthday and starting to settle into Australia before Christmas ... but for us we treasure each day. Have a great holiday, Christmas and New Years!

[@johnsalter7891]

Absolutely stunning photography, you get it spot on each video, many thanks. We are in the middle of winter, but watching these videos make us jump into the warm,

[@CatamaranImpi]

Hey John, thank you for an awesome comment again :) We hope we can keep the warmth going through your winter. We are planning our passage back to Australia :) Cheers my friend Brent and Ana

[@montesgue08]

Brent you must have known :-) I am home here with dad .....we watched your video together ....he said he sends regards to you and a 😘from him 😁 best regards from us here in 🇿🇦

[@CatamaranImpi]

Aye Roland, nice to hear from you and Ana and I think of Dad every day. Please tell Dad that Theuns and I were chatting about him the other day and saying what an inspiration he has been in our lives and we hope he is on the mend. Sending love to you, Dad and Mum

[@johnhancock1739]

Lucky man. Have a great sail!

[@quikgt]

The yoga works well for Ana😉

[@CatamaranImpi]

Ooooo - Ana loves this comment ... especially with a birthday approaching next week :)

[@meanjoegreen4925]

Ana and Brent, thanks for sharing

[@CatamaranImpi]

A pleasure for us MJG ! Thanks for the great comment :)

[@alexandertaranenko2811]

Привет ребята! Я люблю Вас

[@CatamaranImpi]

Спасибо