Sailing Remote Pacific Atolls - Sailing the Pacific Episode 21

[@radekdrayco]

Oh My Nauticals, what excellent choice of music for the passage into the atoll and for the sharks, really amps up the suspense. "Will they make into the paradise lagoon of Raroia or will this be the last sail? Stay tuned to find out"

[@ronfrost7160]

Hi I'm a kiwi in Auckland NZ, approaching 70 and considering purchasing a liveaboard yacht and to explore our amazing coast line. What a blessing to find your series. I just love the honesty and respect you have for each other and our amazing planet. This episode is cleverly done with the building drama! Was that acting, or real fear??? Unlike you I'll be a virgin sailor with much to learn, what a gift to have sailed since young. Thanks so much for generously sharing this wonderful chapter of your charming lives. Cheers

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

Hi Ron, That was our real reactions at the time with a little bit of dramatic music added in for fun. We actually were very worried about the reef pass as we had heard scary tales about them, once we were in we wondered what all the fuss was about and were much more relaxed about the next ones even though they were tougher. As for the sharks, being from safe England we had never seen a shark in the flesh before so we were pretty terrified, we made a new world record for how quickly we could get back into the dinghy at one point! However we now enjoy swimming with the black tip reef sharks. It is funny for us to watch back our reactions at the time and compare to how relaxed we now are in the same situation. Good luck with your adventures, we would like to come back and cruise New Zealand again one day, there is so much to see that we didn't have time for when we were there. Cheers Matt and Amy

[@ronfrost7160]

@@SailingYachtFlorence Would love to meet you, the coffees are on me!

[@bretthodder1214]

I'm with Jim Jones. Other videos of yachties sailing from one disaster to the next can be entertaining, but you guys are the true essence of the cruising life. Well prepared and sturdy yacht, a pair of safe sailors and minimal risk.Well done and an inspiration to all

[@mbrountas]

This could easily pass for a full tv show! Im hooked!

[@suzannessweetkitchen6266]

I found your channel maybe a week ago and I'm addicted to it. I watch the latest 5 videos then went to the very first one and now I think I'm on #20. Thanks for posting this videos, I'm not very adventurious so I'd never see these things.

[@johnlcallaway]

It must have been pretty nerve wracking when that music started just as you were getting into the water.... Wonderful video, thanks for sharing!

[@sa1laway]

oh, you guys got me with that ending, I'm certainly hooked. now reel me in.

[@rimasmeleshyus9486]

The most beautiful romantic island of Tahiti .Thanks for sharing Greetings from beautiful tropical Hawaii islands ⛵️ 🏝 🌴 🌇

[@johnravensbergen3324]

Great job with the music. Really enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@clarencebirdashaw8117]

Love your thread. You're on the boat with my grandmother's name. I'm here in Florida And we love our grandmother. Be careful And keep The film's coming.

[@MrLikeke]

White tip and Black tip reef sharks are *usually* as harmless as puppies. One has to really mess with them before they will return the aggression. Nice video.

[@Supergeologist]

When I did my sub aqua course I will always remember the instructors first words. ‘When you go in the water Remember you are entering the food chain’... wise words!

[@richthomas3251]

Another great video - they keep getting better! Congrats on your anniversaries, too. Safe sailing.

[@rickjanicki3705]

Bloody brilliant. loving the videos.

[@rotatopoti]

The way she says cheers. You can tell she is a keeper.

[@MrRourk]

You make such beautiful videos and have sailing skill but where are the viewers? Hopefully more people discover this gem of a channel in 2018. Keep making KZbins.

[@annlisbethpedersen2140]

The Shark clip... that was good one, great video, thank you guys.

[@jimjones6915]

Excellent seamanship. Cruisers should watch you guys

[@benc65753]

Excellent use of music at the end. Congrats on achieving the milestones you have done to date!

[@stefanhernold345]

One truly exciting video.

[@gjrbrown]

I'm so jealous it hurts !! Can't miss an episode...... Be safe.

[@michakj4994]

Wish you all happiness. If you manage to ascend your relations to the next level, I will call your project of sailing Florence around the world the greatest success. They lived happily ever after until the death comes.

[@thai-anhnguyen5527]

Thanks for sharing your experiences!

[@SailingMalie]

You are quite polished at editing your videos, well done.

[@951porsche951]

That shark footage is brilliant, looking forward to your next encounter. You're both very breve, I'm also very jealous. Your videos just keep getting better.

[@mehmetboro8452]

Thank you 🙏🙏🙏👋👋👋

[@adriansargent8230]

Read the same book, happy sailing another epic vid... keep in up..

[@grantdawson9262]

Great vid. I am hoping to do a similar voyage in a few years so I love seeing what you are up to. The South Pacific is a true jewel and thanks for showing some ‘out of the way’ places. Amazing to see the plaque and reef where Kontiki landed. I loved the Jaws music and didn’t realise that you have a phobia.......that won’t attack.....generally. Certainly not the black tipped reef sharks. Happy Birthday & Anniversary. I look forward to the next exciting, action packed vid. Cheers.

[@richthomas3251]

A second comment, if I may. I love how you two seem to take everything in your stride - occasionally one will manage to tease a comment out of the other like ‘a bit nervous’. It’s very funny but a totally admirable trait, and don’t be afraid to talk more on the videos, it’s nice to know what you think. I also have a copy of Kon Tiki on my bookshelves and it also inspired me to get into boating and sailing - so nice to know that there is a commemorative plaque on the island. I have yet to get to the South Pacific, I envy you that experience. Stay safe.

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

RICH THOMAS Thanks for your kind words. It has been hard getting used to talking to the camera but we are getting more used to it now so hopefully future videos will be better! We hope you make it to the South Pacific, it's such a beautiful place.

[@christopherstewart5220]

Happy Birthday's you two, my wife and I are April 24 26th... Kinda dont forget each others bd. She is beautiful, the boat is not bad either...

[@benb.4217]

Love your channel 👍

[@tbonemc2118]

It must have been magnificent sailing with the big Oyster on the way to the atoll and also a bit envious as she would have handled those seas easily compared to Florence. I'm guessing you got your own back entering the atoll as I doubt they risked their multi million boat with its extra draft following you in. Loved your shot of the film star hermit crab checking out his reflection in the camera lens.

[@frankrice5364]

Beautiful camera shot thank u for sharing

[@richardgshields]

Lovely, loved watching this.

[@alexandersunter4899]

This video flew by.

[@Captin7Seas]

What kind of dingy is that - like the sailing ability and apparent ease of rowing

[@diverbob8]

You had me expecting "Jaws" there for a bit at the end! lol Nice work not ending up on the reef! Fair Winds! Oh and Happy New Year. Also congratulations on 10 years!

[@briancarp9463]

Thank you!

[@vfsurgpa]

They talk about their dinghy in previous episodes. It is a 9foot Spindrift nesting dinghy. Go to the website B and B Yacht Design in North Carolina. The Spindrift comes in (9, 10, 11 and 12 foot versions, but the 12 is not nesting. all come as non nest as well. I am thinking of building one myself. I have a Cape Dory 33, it looks like a good tender for a smaller boat.

[@grantdawson9262]

Thanks for this info. I had the same question. :)

[@SV-DEDICATED]

Great episode and great channel. ⚓⚓⚓⚓

[@alanbrookes3056]

Roger K. Davis , and wonderful memories for me!

[@arlandoamb6754]

5:50 yea you have to be careful 🥰👍🏿

[@legend343]

Hahaha, the music is still scary even after so many years...you guys are great. Some fantastic filming and well done for the sailing shots on all you vids... I’m shitty at commenting on all your vids I’m sorry but they’re all really good. Fair winds to you.! Warren s/y Legend

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

legend343 Thanks Warren

[@RohanTheBT]

Worthy of Spielberg!

[@craigperthau9542]

Happy New Year , All The Best For 2018 , Cheers xoxo

[@archerdlr2993]

Nice

[@TomTremayne]

If my partner was anything remotely like Amy I'd be drinking the whole champagne factory in celebration!

[@jptravels]

Beautiful. You got me hooked Subscribed liking all of them. Please tell me. What is the kind of boat you have , how big is it, is there a episode with tour of your boat that I can watch. Thnx cheers 👍🙌❤️

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

Hi, Florence is an Oyster Heritage 37 (37ft long). More info on our blog here sailwiththeflo.wordpress.com/florence/ No boat tour yet as we have been too busy exploring places. M&A

[@FollowIntrepidBear]

Hi guys, loving your travels. Can you tell us what your dinghy is? We’d love something like that that we can row, sail or motor and fold up to stow on deck... thanks 😊

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

The Salty Piper it's a 9ft nesting Spindrift

[@terryroberts4321]

shes love it

[@robjones1772]

Hi guys. Great video. Happy new year, birthday and anniversary! Best wishes to you. Do you have a sonar installed on your yacht.... I’m guessing it would be helpful for the atolls?

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

Hi Rob, No sonar just a standard depth sounder, but if you stand on the bow (or higher) with a pair of polarised sunglasses on and only move when the sun is overhead (10am to 4pm) then you can see the reefs clearly. The old fashioned way but it works. Happy new year to you too.

[@spudboy1328]

Nice episode. Thanks. What is the make/brand or your little dinghy? It looks like a great solution for a tender: sail; row; motor! Cheers David

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

spudboy1328 it's a 9ft nesting Spindrift

[@dennismacdonald4086]

Happy New Year great video

[@andybishop8437]

LOL get back in the boat! 🦈

[@jessebroome5468]

Great Stuff! Although you have already moved on, can you share what charts you use for tuamotus?

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

Satellite images are the way to navigate there, our Navionics charts were off in many places. The satellite images show the reefs and bommies clearly.

[@akrim777]

Love your videos! Could someone tell me the brand and the model of the dinghy please?

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

As we get asked that question a lot we made a whole video about our dinghy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnXJZK2hh9WXoZI

[@rikvandok]

Happy New Year! Could you let us know what type of dinghy you have? I kind of like it a lot, since it looks like it sails well.

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

Hendrik van dok it's a 9ft nesting Spindrift

[@rikvandok]

Thanks!

[@robfraley4210]

So, How was the Champagne after 12,500 miles of Ocean 🌊 passage...?? 🤭🤓✅

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

It tasted great to us!

[@IceglacierArnar]

Congrats with 10 years! How old are you?

[@russellclement2058]

Theres channel markers but who knows if they are accurate ,, The contractor was prob. getting thousands US back hander for each car park . hahaha

[@collinssherertz7101]

Wht type of dingy is tht?

[@MrLikeke]

Do you really have a fear of sharks or you just playing it up? Honestly, relax. However, make way for Hammerheads and Bulls. On a different note, if you're gonna pick up shells with live critters, make sure you know what you're picking up. Some have nasty stings, others are quite serious where you require immediate medical attention. Get a pocket guide with color pictures and text descriptions of the various shells.

[@SailingYachtFlorence]

Hi Richard We were a little nervous of the sharks as we had never seen them outside of an aquarium before, let alone swam with them. We had read that the black tips were not dangerous but something in the back of our brains wasn't so sure! We were actually genuinely scared, of course adding in the Jaws theme tune was just a little fun for the video but the footage of our reactions is genuine. It is interesting for us to compare our first experience of sharks in this video with how we react to a few more of them in the next one. Thanks for the advice on the shells, we do have the guides and know to keep clear of cone shells etc, its quite scary reading what some of them can do to you. cheers M&A

[@MrLikeke]

If ya'll were genuinely scared but confronted your fear anyway, well, I have to hand it to you. Genuine congratulations are in order.

[@alanbrookes3056]

Don’t tell me you bypassed Hiva Oz?

[@alanbrookes3056]

Matt, get a ring on your girls finger!

[@serafinmendoza6567]

not radar??

[@adrenalinjunky3197]

First comment.....BOOM

[@deckiedeckie]

Will them places disappear due to global warming??.....where will these folks will go then?

[@alanrhyason]

That music is so unnecessary!