Sailing Haugesund to Lofoten- Around the Norwegian Sea pt.1

Here is Chapter 1 of Sailing Around the Norwegian Sea!
This episode covers the sail from my hometown Haugesund and all the way up to Værøy in incredible Lofoten. Dream away while we visit all the beautiful islands and sliding slowly through the archipelago of Helgelandskysten. This is the Norwegian coast at its best, believe me!
Next video, Chapter 2, will cover the trip from Lofoten and the 4 days of sailing out to the volcanic island of Jan Mayen.
Tons of work has been laid down to create this, and the upcoming videoes, and I love every minute of it! Any support is very welcomed for future productions.
Hope you enjoy!
Stay strong ;)
Erik
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[@petervanderpols1981]

Erik, You are a true embassador of Norwegian beautiful scenery. Norwegian tourist agency should consider sponsoring you.

[@radosawstaropolski9616]

It should stay in secret.

[@Skiamakhos]

Definitely - my biggest take-away from this is how utterly beautiful Norway's coast is. Also, how many rocks and shoals there are. I guess if you're a Norwegian sailor you're good or you're dead...

[@tennisbum3686]

@@radosawstaropolski9616 ??

[@laxmannate07]

So tired of lifestyle vlog sailing channels. This is so refreshing.

[@Tourgon]

Him and The French sailman are my most favorite, do not sell lifestyle but rather amazing view , difficulties and perspectives , Aandrea is fearless , no Beaufort scale force can stop him to achieve his goals, absolutely astonishing

[@Taugtaug]

I woulld rather have this lifestyle than sitting at home. And eventually Eric will come and save me from scubadiving and Pina Coladas in the Carribean. ;-)

[@therealpomme]

Seen Hollys videos?

[@laxmannate07]

@@therealpomme yeah, like her a lot. Sam Holmes and Old Sea Dog are great as well

[@27Zangle]

Same. I am loving this type of content but also enjoy it when an old boat is being rebuilt.

[@patricklaine6958]

Erik, every time I watch one of your inspiring videos, one thought stands out among all others: "I must get back out to sea. Soon." Thank you my Viking friend.

[@patrickcahill7998]

Love your videos Patrick! Looking forward to your next.

[@SailingTaranto]

@@patrickcahill7998 me too

[@richardsimpson2599]

Mr Laine please keep watching Erik, so we can watch you`re fantastic adventures too !!!

[@lorenzogerresheim9486]

your video it's awesome too, patrick :)

[@joekavanagh5708]

Yea, c,mon Patrick, get on your oilies, get out on Biscay. Keep a eye out and you may meet up with Kevin Boothby who is sailing south from Ireland.

[@ObsessiveScientist]

Holy cow! This is the National Geographic of sailing! Is there any way to transform my 1 thumb up into 1000? An Oscar for Erik.

[@cm1971it]

If someone is looking for a real Viking, I have heard that you can find one in Haugesund, Norway and he answers to the name of Erik!

[@vusvis]

Man this video came just at the right time for me. Currently I'm sitting at home with a covid infection, just dreaming of setting sail again. Im 21 years old and last spring I traded my 22ft sailing boat for an 30ft one. Spent whole summer fixing her up and eventually did my first trip at sea: crossing the English Channel with good friends. It's the content like this that keeps inspiring me to work hard to enjoy the good things. Erik, I hope to be able to make adventures like yours some day!

[@joolscornwell1307]

Wow

[@Andre-hi9xn]

Vince van D I hope this plague that came from China pass fast! Kind regards.

[@vusvis]

@@cornelisvanderbent2092 Actually feeling ill. They say it doens't hit us younger people that hard, but in my opinion that's not true. Of course, everyone experiences it differently and while I indeed never had the idea that the situation was getting out of control, the virus hit me hard. Spent over a week straight out sleeping, too tired to even watch a series or read a book. Right now I'm feeling a bit more fit, but still cannot do stuff longer than an hour straight. Next to that there's the blocked nose and coughing, but in my opinion that's only annoying, not more than that. The worst next to the fatigue was definitely the the sore back... Turn's out your immune system is basically tearing down your back muscles whilst it is trying to tear down the infected cells, which causes immense muscle pain on a level I had never experienced before. People saying 'it's just a fever' clearly haven't experienced it yet (I was one of those people as well!) as it is really something different. True, it probably won't kill you, but puts a big dent in your physique.

[@vusvis]

@@Andre-hi9xn Hope so too. Thanks!

[@soggybottom3463]

@@vusvis Yes Vince, had it in January. Normally don't get a sniffle, felt like I'd been run over by the Kiwi back row. Very weak for a about a fortnight, broke into a sweat carrying shopping, strewth. Took about a month to come properly out the other side. Hang in there, all things pass and fair winds to you.

[@gregsage1605]

I've been waiting for this like a child waiting for a puppy on Christmas. You exceeded my expectations. Absolutely BRILLIANT! Fantastic photography, editing, story telling and music. Thank you for sharing this adventure and introducing me to these magnificent parts of the world. Everything about this is really good! Thank you Erik.

[@mallingdave]

Erik's production is on another level.. so professional.. 👍

[@Ash-cy7yw]

I can only leave it as Greg so perfectly said. I am speachles on every level and I am so small.

[@radosawstaropolski9616]

Yes, our full family was watching to. Grandpa, me, wife, daughter. Didn't know that planet can be so pretty, and undiscovered. Really inspiring. I am bit warry about rest jurney, hope it all goes right.

[@berntout3697]

Yes, Greg said what I said what all your followers are thinking. Your hard work and outstanding cinematic instinct is admired by myself and your followers . What balls you having sailing challenging seas alone and in what I believe is your Viking heritage. No bullshit, just sailing!

[@mattharris3015]

As a new sailor, I’ve become addicted. Your approach to sailing embodies the true soul of the sea. May the wind carry you fast and true.

[@BrassLock]

The only two channels I click "like" before watching: *Itchy Boots and Erik Aanderaa.*

[@johnminter732]

Yup, absolutely. Two of the very best on KZbin

[@malcolmtent]

Got to check Itchy Boots, never heard about that channel.

[@russianaircraft376]

@@johnminter732 I absolutely agree with you my friend I like that beautiful Dutch girl to

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

May I add Cold War Motors here, while agreeing with the aforementioned.

[@sniffinclose]

Haha yeah, Itchy Boots and Erik, two fearless souls! Millions of crap chanels in this media and a very few to make it worth while...

[@lhenry8310]

Love watching people who are extraordinary and excel in something they have a passion for! Erik you are one of them! Doing something like that alone takes a special kind of sailor!

[@sailaway2044]

I am amazed that National Geographic did not pick this up. Very well done Erik.

[@markusapparatus]

Without doubt the most beautful cold coastal country in the world. Thankyou Erik for filming and sharing.

[@johnnyrebangel]

Tusen Takk Erik for allowing the WORLD to see and share a bit of the Norwegian coastline. The spires of Lofoten are possibly the most wonderful scenery anywhere on the planet. Also thanks for letting us meet your beautiful Mom! As I told you earlier, my wife and family are from Tælavåg, just north of your home, and Randi's father was lighthouse keeper at Marstein for many years before his death, so thanks for the quick look at the Bergen light. 99 percent of the videos of the Norway coast are taken from the decks of Hurtigruten boats, so getting the close-in views of some of these small coastal communities is invigorating to me and will last a thousand years to show our future Earthlings how Vikings of the year 2020 mapped their course and set sail for the great unknown out in that dark forbidding ocean called The Norwegian Sea! You are living my dream Erik....and I'm sure your sailing videos create vicarious inspiration for all who watch them here! When do we get the next installment????

[@TheJdm2203]

Erik, Thank you for not just a GREAT sailing channel but a WONDERFUL adventure channel! ALWAYS appreciate your work!!

[@SteifWood]

As a solo sailor myself (though definitively not at the same level in my old fart of a 20 foot British wreck) I have great pleasure in following other (semi-?) solo sailors like Sam Holmes, Adventures of an old Seadog and Alluring Arctic. However, when Erik post a video of his adventures I feel like he's drowning me in another world. This is REAL sailing. Tusen takk Erik, mvh Eirik.

[@toddjordan2341]

Love it a sailing channel not based around girls in bikinis but an actual skilful sailor

[@danielkemp868]

This dude is infinitely more inspiring and entertaining than all the 'how to live cheap on a sailboat in the Caribbean' channels. Not that those aren't interesting too but I'd never even heard of Jan Mayen and now I'm picturing going there to explore. What a boss.

[@danieljames2718]

The best vids out there today. A true sailor doing what we want to see. Sailing without the bikinis and stupid speak. A real seaman facing the North Sea. Awesome!

[@floofycatz]

Following for a long time and never a let down in adreline filled action. Your drone cinematography work is amazing and edited into your videos so seamlessly. It adds an element that rounds out your in-boat camera work. The best part I love is your island communities intros and coverage. Seeing places I never thought a human being would live, yet they are there. Thank you for sharing with us this incredible journey.

[@johnpayne516]

This is what KZbin is all about. This is real content.

[@Coach_Vedo]

I am frickin' waiting for this for last few months! Thanks man for this! I really enjoy on your courage, curiosity and on the extreme ability to do something so frickin big and difficult! Greetings from Croatia and from our Adriatic sea!

[@room4travel562]

I was literally about to post the same thing.. you got here before I did! haha

[@pantagana123]

Amazing nature and man does what he says: no bullsh*it, just sailing. So true. Adriatic sea seems so calm and 'friendly' comparing to this North sea... Ty Eric for these images and small insight how do people live on those parts of the word. Cheers from Croatia!

[@ahmadfarrall2097]

One of the best episodes I have ever seen on sailing. Brilliant

[@tankiwolf]

Love Norway and norwegian sea from Netherlands🇳🇱🇳🇴🦈

[@marius9900]

Thank you!

[@stewheelie7874]

Drones just add a totally different dimension to these video. Stunning stuff.

[@mic9check]

This is the ideal lifestyle during this Covid madness. Wish I was on the ocean permanently these days.

[@joesmith4494]

I hear ya. I intended to be sailing this spring. I worked so hard. Got clean, sober, and addressed the base issues behind that. Got me a job and started saving while i honed skills. got me a better job and buillt better skills. saved boat money. i was boat shopping(cheap fixer(show off your skills)upper) boat but i would have been floating to a not cold winter. and then the whole world had to set aside everything.and then everything got weird. Remember when banking wearing a mask was a movie plot?

[@Steve-ul8qb]

joe smith follow your dreams brother! They are not lost. The world needs courage right now.

[@swampyfox8688]

Erik has finally reached full LEGEND status!! I don’t sail... but now really wish I had learned in my younger days. Watching these adventures has been the next best thing. This video was AMAZING!! Thank you Erik!! There is now no question that Norway and Shetland will be my first trip out of the US in the post-Covid world!! Sail on mighty Viking!!! Sail on!!!

[@SailingBeaver]

The footage is amazing, the story is so well told and the amount of work that has gone into this is absolutely phenomenal. It felt like I was along for the trip with you. Well done this belongs on TV!

[@rimasmeleshyus9486]

Erik, you truly hero . You my favorite. I never missing your videos. So beautiful and great sceneries. Fair winds

[@goodgrow_io]

No bikinis. No fancy Catamarans. No Bullsh*t. Just Sailing.

[@jquest43]

What no wife pimping?

[@okcantbelieveit294]

General Public . I’d love to see some of those bikini clad lovelies swimming in these seas. Certainly would enhance certain aspects of their ahem ????

[@sav7568]

No babies either.

[@ninline2000]

I don't mind bikinis but this is some truly great scenery and sailing footage.

[@muravi8167]

Loving this beginning ....just pure sailing and no beating around the bush !

[@thestorminmymind]

I have nothing but huge amounts of admiration for you. Your manner, drive, enthusiasm is something rare these days. Please continue your amazing adventures so we can continue to marvel in your wake. Bravo sir, bravo

[@bobcherrypie5436]

So beautiful and liberating ! Thanks Erik

[@cbrucewarren]

47 comments but no likes!... what gives... this is the best sailing channel on KZbin!!!!!

[@wcads623]

Dead right no question!!

[@yottiechick]

NOT the best sailing channel on you tube - despite the great scenery filming, it's probably the worst sailing channel. As it makes people think that it is acceptable to not wear a life jacket at all times and to not be clipped on at all times. It is immature and BAD seamanship.

[@wcads623]

@@yottiechick Erik lives his life how he wants. He massive risks every time he goes sailing that's what make him feel alive and not wearing a life jacket or hooking on a life line are the least of them. Still say its the best YT sailing channel!

[@kevinschenkers]

Under...under...underrated videography/storytelling/channel/person.

[@L5man]

The most beautiful cinematography on KZbin. Beautifully crafted.

[@estebana.miralles3619]

Your videos are so positively addictive. I am enjoying every second of them. Thanks so much and be safe in the northern ocean.

[@insolentstickleback3266]

Simply amazing beautiful trip, thank you so much for sharing this with all of us!

[@pepegas300]

Erik, your videos are an inspiration and a breath of fresh air among all that published sailing trash in internet

[@edwardfinn4141]

What an incredible individual effort you have done on this video Erik. I am even prouder to wear my NBJS T- shirt And leave it to your Mom to say it best , “You are a great sailor”

[@kenolsen8774]

Erik, As a new supporter, I thank you for the horizons you are opening. After a life of racing sailboats in New England and the Pacific Northwest, in my 70th year I have transitioned now to a small motor cruiser to continue to explore the seas and islands of the northwest. Your excellent videos bring great memories of both easy and hard passages and shared experiences with my crews where bonds created in times of stress now last a lifetime. As an architect and expat Dane, I would be very interested in more cruising amongst the many islands with little villages perched on the coastline. Mange Tak for what you do.

[@Theordinaryguy2303]

Fantastic, truely spectacular scenery. Also appreciate the insights and facts on each of the places. Clearly you are comfortable on the ocean and this I admire.

[@lisafaust3801]

I love islands too -- such a special journey and a dream come true for you!

[@woodsiethewestie6263]

Of all sailing channels I love yours the most. You're always going extreme. Not just floating around the carribean. Love your work Eric Can't wait for the next episode From New Zealand

[@danieljames2718]

Thanks for the escapism. An awesome achievement. My daughter and I will be purchasing for Christmas. Stay safe out there.

[@beozzie690]

Has to be the best sailing channel of them all.. looking forward to the rest of your journey

[@philgray1023]

Spectacular! How is this not on National Geographic television? Brilliant work Erik.

[@farisle6602]

I've no conscious idea why, but when I see islands and coasts, near or in the distance, my heart just yearns to go there. I have been lucky to have seen a few fantastic vistas, and much of that time is past me now, but I can still live and experience it through you and your ventures. I thank you so much for this gift. Safe and fulfilling voyages I wish for you, always.

[@christopherlynch4347]

So good. There are no other sailing channels with anything like this content. Those island towns and old lighthouses are spectacular, the coves and beaches magical.

[@glenbolton]

May Odin and Thor keep you safe young Ragnor

[@alcomatt]

You have outdone yourself again Erik! Enjoying it immensely. Perfect balance of sailing, talking and drone shots! Keep it up and be safe!

[@John_Smith__]

Great and long awaited video! Once again Congratulations and keep up the good work! Awsome to see the start the Adventure around the northern sea!

[@scoobiedoo2009]

Erik - this is your best one yet - don't ever change!!

[@delzworld2007]

'NO BULLSHIT, JUST SAILING' You summed it up perfectly Erik

[@Hardtimes330]

that shot above the fog looking down on the boat is magic. very well done!

[@MrPink-]

"was a little too dangerous" when this comes from a guy that went deliberately towards a storm force 10 in the north sea....it is dangerous.

[@wcads623]

Too true Erik is a serious sailor 😂

[@trygvethomassen6393]

to live is dangerous ,,

[@wcads623]

@@trygvethomassen6393 Yep but this guy really pushes the safety envelope! Most sailors run from the weather Erik relishes sailing into storms when most are hiding in port. Never fails to impress with great quality videos!!

[@toralfmallwitz4290]

This was an very spezial video...i am a sailor too from germany. I know These horrible Wales because last year i Was on Island. Half n houre sleep ist just an gift from Gott...good work

[@malcolmtent]

Only being able to give one thumbs up to such a fantastic sailing documentary seems so insufficient. Phenomenal work Erik!

[@mallingdave]

The Norwegian tourist board should give you a sponsorship deal, you have totally sold me on your beautiful country... happy sailing Erik.. 👍

[@old_seadog]

Never clicked on a notification so fast in all my born days

[@shaggyrandy1264]

Me either!

[@markscott3647]

Epic voyage! Can’t wait for the next chapter. Love your channel, Erik - no catamarans, no babies, no BS

[@jacoreyneke]

Hey Erik, this is fantastically done! Documentary quality. Love the graphics and the music. Lots of hard work, thought and preplanning. What a dream voyage. I used to sail around the Cape coast of South Africa, and the foul weather trips were always the most exhilarating, hard work but the best part. Well done mate!!

[@trentbush38]

Eric! What can I say? Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! Beautiful and inspiring and wonderful! This is the stuff that dreams are made of... Bravo!

[@MarcysGAD]

Epic. What I can say- just: epic. I will fallow this same trip soon I hope. Super that you realized yours dream. Keep going !!!!!

[@louispogoreltz3490]

Your journeys are epic and it’s great to have the opportunity to tag along. Thank you.

[@massimilianomorra1662]

Herik thanks it was time ... it is since this summer that I consume my eyes waiting for your video story and now I just finished watching your wonderful video, 49 minutes with my mouth open in amazement, wow you really are a Viking: great navigator, stainless physique, free spirit. I still can't believe I saw you bathing twice in the Norwegian Sea, one of which was beyond the Arctic Circle. What incredible places you have shown us thanks I hope that one day you will find the desire and the time to then write books about your fantastic travels, considering that you are a very good storyteller. I look forward to the next video wishing you good wind

[@thaiger2go947]

Best sailing Vloger by a nautical mile :-) NO begging just his sailing experience and some great scenery

[@fabianrothe4967]

Hi Erik, I have been looking forward to this for months and I am very excited to watch this tonight. In general - my absolute favorite channel. Absolutely authentic, not faked and far from any influencer bullshit... well... however... you definitely influenced me and I will learn sailing 😅 Keep up the good work!

[@stephenward3468]

Thank you Erik truly spectacular scenery fare winds our Viking ancestors would be so proud.

[@Cuba660]

Im saving this video to watch it from my boat with bourbon 🥃 in hand. On my way to my sailboat now for some weekend sailing.

[@richardparish8835]

Great job telling the tale of the North waters. Magical and mesmerizing.

[@williammcdaniel9891]

Nothing like "living your dream!!!" Thank You for Sharing....

[@kossunrakastaja]

I just finished watching Part 1. Fantastic film. This needs to be on Netflix! Quality documentary, both from a subject and cinematography point of view. Thank you! Cheers from Kingston, Canada.

[@ozwrangler.c]

Love the filming, especially the drone shots I’d like to see more of the Norwegian villages, even though the channel is mostly about sailing

[@WimJohnen]

This is the best sailing channel..EVER! I admire your drone footage. Amazing pictures. I spent last Christmas with my family on the Lofoten Islands. It was breathtaking scenery. We loved the food, the people were awesome. We miss it!

[@maximiliangenentz3073]

you are a legend

[@craigwaddell5025]

Awesome - better quality and production than anything on television or film!

[@nicholasborg1575]

I really like your courage, mindset and how focused you are. It's no joke to sail all those miles alone. Thank you for sharing :-)

[@Kamabushi999]

I keep watching these videos and never get tired of it. Erik you have a talent for producing and editing documentary type videos. I hope some day someone approaches you to produce a video for national geographic. I hope they give you a great sailboat to use and the video is a great success I will be watching.

[@supremeflagship8965]

I'm glad to be relieved from snorkeling and beach parties...

[@chrisbrodroy1183]

I can‘t believe how you mange to take such amazing shots while sailing in such a demanding sea! Biggest respect. I am enjoying your videos a lot

[@RenegadeADV]

Erik, watching this made me crazy wanting to get the refit on my boat done and get her back in the water sailing! Looking forward to part 2!

[@jezswallow9801]

Stunning. Erik your adventures are inspiring and addictive.

[@peter2611]

Erik Martin - amazing!!! Best video we have seen this year and the entire family loved it... you are so very very very talented.... we are watching your videos in our cinema and I hope you will get to experience that as well one day...

[@rodneyallen5003]

Such a stunning area of our world showcasing the beautiful geography of the northern Norwegian Sea ! Thank you for sharing your adventures with us and inspiring me to begin my journey into the world of sailing. I raise my glass to my favourite sailing Viking. Cheers 🥃 mate

[@jpsaarin]

I was waiting for this so much since you mentioned you were going to do this epic trip this summer. Safe travels from Finland...

[@inixio11]

I really enjoyed part 1 of your voyage... May Njord be with you bringing you fair wings and calm seas. Thanks Erik.

[@pacopineda-gambucero2943]

As told you in the "preview" comments, Good job, well done, my viking friend.

[@rimasmeleshyus9486]

Absolutely stunning scenery Erik ! Just so bright and beautiful and peaceful. Keep going my friend . The best channel sailing ❤. ⛵ every day enjoying watching on my computer.

[@gogsmo]

Amazing, Can’t wait to see the rest of the journey! ⚓️

[@1ocean515]

My goodness, what an epic journey. The vistas and remarkable video are dazzling to the eye. An absolute feast for the mind and soul. 👍

[@SailingChannels]

Erik, great -|--) tattoo on your hand. Contessa 35 is such a wonderful vessel and perfect for this adventure. Nice heavy displacement, good size ballast and low cap ratio. Couldn't ask for a safer boat but you do seem to push your Contessa to the limit! You make it obvious that this should be an Olympic event!

[@ricardoparro7296]

the story line is mesmerising. Thanks Erik!

[@TurkishLoserInc]

To avoid losing drones in the future, buy pool noodles, cut them up, and firmly tape them to the legs underneath. In the case that it does take an unexpected plunge, it will float instead of sinking, and allow for you to retrieve it. If you apply a waterproofing product(such as CorrosionX) to the drone escs/controller, it will fair much better in the marine environment. Unfortunately, there is no way of properly waterproofing the camera unless it is already waterproof(such as with a gopro waterproof case). Great videography and sailing as usual!

[@mariaribeiro8931]

* To sail Erik, is to live freedom to the fullness !! I love so much it... Is fantastic! ( thank you for sharing)!! Good winds for you !

[@chariff3127]

I'm french ,m'y english is Bad ,but your me understand i think's, i like your look but i not too understand when your speak ,the Nature is wonderful , Good luky and GOOD Sven .D.D

[@gilesford-crush]

A true inspiration for us all, thank you Erik.

[@edwardfinn4141]

I saw that tattoo “ I yam what I yam.” at 31:30 Popeye would be proud,😀😀😂😂

[@gregmach8230]

Cinematic Magic, Excellently prepared and done. All of them

[@herodax]

Great movie! Why don’t you fish often when you’re sailing?

[@enmodo]

Good point! Can you imagine the cod he could be reeling in? Maybe too busy flying that drone all the time!

[@juanguido8014]

Love the music. Videography is amazing. Norway is a jewel.