SAILING ROUTINES: We finally did it!

[@TeuluTribe]

We are now in the PACIFIC. Can you believe it? (We can't). It's really interesting to stop and think about the journey, the goal, our happiness and others. Whats the reason you travel?

[@deerfootnz]

San Blas is nowhere near as nice as much of the South Pacific. Don't waste time in the Galapagos islands either, they are quite avoidable. The Marquesas and Tuamotu are special. Spend as much time there as you can. You can do the western South Pacific after a cyclone season in NZ.

[@donk3094]

Take your time. Enjoy it ALL!!!

[@vandalorian8777]

My advice is don’t rush your journey through life. If you enjoy where you are then take the time to enjoy it fully. The next destination will always be there when you are ready to move on.

[@hterrebrood]

Until you are old and there is no tomorrow

[@hterrebrood]

@@stevegriffiths599and you act as though a public posting on social media is somehow protected from advice , comment or criticism. Grow up and learn to embrace both the freedom to post and the freedom to interact.

[@grahamatsea3575]

​@@stevegriffiths599 I love the way you think your comment adds anything .....the OP comment was sound advice..yours......well useless. Enjoy 😂..

[@grahamatsea3575]

​​@@hterrebroodor when the latest government scam is to jab you with their latest must have concoction and then you're heading down hill fast by passing the getting old period......

[@DVolvoguy777-x7o]

This!

[@tracyguttridge1111]

I don’t often comment but…….I just want you to know how much I love, love your channel. Your authenticity and genuine excitement to be where you are in your experience each and every day touches me. Keep up the great content.

[@rboston33]

I think what you are saying is "plant shallow roots". Stay in any place that makes you happy but move on when it is time. You are not in a race, you are on an adventure.

[@TeuluTribe]

It's all about finding the right balance. Thanks for sharing your perspective!

[@ToddManOut]

Congratulations! Thanks for bringing us along on your journey! You've come so far, we can't wait to see where you'll take us next...

[@TeuluTribe]

Thank you so much for your support and kind words!

[@peterwilson7532]

Just think of all those places you haven't been yet, maybe there is another "San Blas" out there, you wouldn't want to miss that. There is nothing to stop you from revisiting the best places in the future, with the goal to spend a season in all the best spots. Fair winds on you Pacific travels Becka & Zach. ❤️

[@MrClownPower]

Interesting subject...the "journey"... Lao Tse says that the purpose of a Journey is the journey, not the goal. Because when you reach a place, there's always another place to see. By being focused on the "goals", we have two counterpit: 1) we live in the future, not in the present time... 2) we oblige our mind to find something "missing" to be able to set a goal. This is, obviously, umproductively stressful 🙂 Plus I suggest you wach yourself as we did FROM THE BEGINNING! can you hold all together what youìve done ever since? Time does not exist and there is no "way to happiness: happiness is THE Way!" (this is Buddha🙂) Keep soaring your delighful, yet challenging dream! We're with you! AUGH!

[@stevenplancich6449]

Congrats on Canal Passage👍 Hmm…Still no water-maker…Hoping you don’t regret it…Continue to Stay Safe and Enjoy 😎

[@TeuluTribe]

A watermaker is incoming 🤫

[@graemeday4195]

Your journey is YOUR journey. Do what you want, when you want, how you want. Without getting into clichés, life is for living, so just enjoy YOUR time and each other x

[@FredRose2001]

As in life it’s not the destination it’s the journey, enjoy the ride, thank you for taking everyone else along with you.

[@johnjunior6101]

As long as you remember to take your time and enjoy the trip how you want to you will never go wrong. I watch 1 channel that took over 6 years to finish their circumnavigation and they are going to continue sailing as that is what they enjoy. It is not only the sailing that makes your channel so enjoyable but also the excursions that you take and your willingness to show the world as you go. Have fun.

[@TeuluTribe]

Your encouragement means a lot to us. I'm glad you appreciate the excursions 😁

[@farmtruck9124]

I've loved your journey so far. We've followed you guys from the very start and just love how normal and down to earth you are. ❤ My wife and i have just bought an HR 38 in Australia and are planning to sail her home to Scotland. People like you are what inspires us !!

[@donk3094]

Thanks! I really appreciate your videos of your adventure. Please be safe!!!!! Don

[@TeuluTribe]

Wow, thank you so much Don!!!! We will 😊

[@driver1421]

I like how you share your adventures, so many sailing channels only share the sailing from place to place and very little of the adventure when they get there.

[@TeuluTribe]

Thank you so much for appreciating the adventure aspect of my sailing videos!

[@scottireland5414]

Very nostalgic seeing Panama as it is today. I remember driving in the mountains of Boquete with a friend with his VW beetle in 1975. The islands connected to Fort Amador were deserted with only a narrow causeway connecting them. We used to jog out and back several days a week.

[@colinboniface194]

When you feel in balance, content, no further need to explore... That is Avalon... That is paradise...

[@bobmeador4465]

Gongrats. Count yourself as one of the few who have travelled to the other side of the world. Think about it. You are now an ocean AND an entire continent away from home. Now the adventure changes gears. Oh, and another fun video. Keep it up.

[@davidnichols147]

Another amazing episode, we can't believe you have sailed nearly 1,000 days from England. We don't believe you'll miss an adventure, if your not on it, so enjoy where you are and don't think about where you are not. We loved Panama City more so than Colon. In epic form you have again interpreted the city magnificently. Safe passages and pleasant moments are in our forecast.

[@chipcleveland990]

Enjoying the journey is everything. I've been happy to see you stopping for a little extra time here and there.

[@TeuluTribe]

Life is all about those little detours that make the journey exciting.

[@federicomaisch8019]

Your navigation goals are very wise!

[@quinceycummings3385]

I love love love Panama and Panama City! We have been through the canal twice, and your video of your transit was one of the best I've seen. Well done!

[@RoyClare]

“Better to travel hopefully than to arrive”, right? Loving the voyage. What an epic year and a bit it’s been! Thanks for sharing … 🎉

[@federicomaisch8019]

Great video, thank you for sharing

[@gregbaker6885]

Becka, I understand your thoughts about moving on, staying put, circumnavigating. I equate it to all the people that set off for a 'LAP' of Australia, which is a thing in Aus. I see so many people get to a spot, set up their caravan, have a Q quick look at the sights from their camp and then move on the next day. They seem in a rush to get the trip done because their are so many places to see but they miss , in my opinion, they whole idea of what it means to travel. You need to live in the moment and go as fast or slow as your feelings dictate (other than moving for weather etc). I like to soak up a place and stay longer in some spots than others. It's the journey and not the destination. I've enjoyed your travels so far and look forward to seeing the world thru the eyes of the Teulu crew at your own pace

[@yvonnekneeshaw2784]

I very much enjoy the land sites in different countries. Being present very important. Have a blessed Easter everyone ✝️

[@TerryHaisten-mx1xi]

Can't get enough.❤😊

[@TheRackdog]

Your having such an amazing life and making the most beautiful memories which you will look back on in years to come with a massive smile on your face, keep it going xx

[@HellyWelly93]

Embrace the journey and whatever it throws at you!

[@pixiniarts]

Bit of everything this time! Thanks, stay safe and happy on your travels!🙏

[@SBoots29]

You didn't get this far to only come this far. Always strive for the next adventure because soon it will never come. Venture on, enjoy and educate. Great job in doing life. Cheers

[@chrisbailey6986]

Wherever you are, there you are.

[@HolyGrailSailing]

Your last three minutes --- OMG excellent! Well done.

[@juliazentner681]

What a beautiful video of Panama! So many lovely out door areas and loved seeing the diff bldgs! Loved this video! Well done you 2!

[@jamarie1972]

Hello still catching up on your past adventures, Congratulations on getting to the Pacific wow what a Journey, we were in Falmouth yesterday now back home in the English Riviera. But talked about you being just outside St Maws. Now look where you are. Stay safe and Fair Winds.

[@TeuluTribe]

We love Falmouth and St Maws ❤️ Thanks 😊

[@jonathanmorris8522]

Loved your thoughts at the end about life, the journey and happiness.

[@jonathanscott550]

Congrats on making it through to Pacific. looking forward to your continued journey

[@russbetts1467]

Hi Teulu. Loved the Spider at 6:04. Great footage of your journey around Panama City. As for your closing comments... 'SV Delos' are on their 'Second Circumnavigation', but are spending an entire year in French Polynesia, just kicking back and enjoying life with their four-year-old daughter, Sierra, before moving on at a slower pace than they did the first time. On the first round, it was Brian and his brother Brady and their respective girlfriends, but after several years, Brady and his new girlfriend had other ambitions, so quit before they reached Panama. By then, Brian and his wife had their new baby and their whole outlook on life had changed. Currently, Brian is looking at another boat, because 'Delos' is very old and no longer meets all their needs - too many compromises. See their latest video Ep. 450 - with Sierra growing up. 1000 days since you left the UK. Wow! It seems like only yesterday. Fair winds, Russ.

[@johnverkaik]

Your goal to enjoy what you are doing: that’s your goal to go for. I envy you for that. Greetings John (excuse any spelling mistakes as I am Dutch)

[@davidforbes7772]

We have only one destination - when we return to good Mother Earth. All the rest is the trip. Make the most of it. All the best.

[@Daveincc]

That feeling of what you will miss if you stop versus what you’re missing by leaving. Just remember you can always revisit these places.

[@jonvenner6319]

Hi Becka and Zach. You got there! Massive congratulations, so cool! Also, just wanted to say that the guitar music on that video was absolutely gorgeous ! x

[@paulmann8885]

Another great vlog - thanks both! Great to see around the city and markets too. Nice job sorting the lines out there Zach - it's good to see the technical side of your maintenance. As for the journey - sure can't fault you for having an open/flexible plan. Being tied to a specific plan and timings just gets stressful for everyone in the end. Looking forward to seeing the new sail in action 🙂 Happy sailing team Teulu.

[@PitStopCrew]

some might say that you can always go back to places…. but there is an interesting comment in the Dove where Robin comments that when he returned to places they were never the same, the lacked that brightness, that excitement, that something special.

[@DVolvoguy777-x7o]

You both need to become shellbacks. Now is the time! You made it across the Atlantic, then the canal, now time for the equator! Stay safe!

[@clstjam4321]

When Becca was sharing her thoughts about enjoying the journey it made me wonder why so many cruisers skip the Bahamas. It's one of the most beautiful places to see by boat yet so many cruisers skip it. Confusing really.

[@TeuluTribe]

We skipped the Bahamas for the main reason being it’s closer to home, same as the Med. We would rather travel further now whilst we are young and make our way back closer to the U.K. in years to come

[@Cheers_Warren]

I like to think of ‘sailing about ‘ the world rather than around the world ! Cheers Warren

[@burneysbeach]

its not always the destination but the trip

[@darrellpugh6186]

doing it while you enjoy it, then move on to the next enjoyable thing. makes sense to me . 😎

[@TeuluTribe]

It's all about enjoying the journey and moving on to new adventures!

[@Drew67072]

Have followed you two since before you bought Teulu. Seem to remember some comments in the early days about Becca shouldn’t be on a boat if she is so concerned and seemed frightened of every new experience. I wonder if those people are still sailing the Solent and have never experienced anything as much as you guys have. Hope as fellow sailors they recognise your achievements to date. Take care and stay safe. Fair winds always.

[@TeuluTribe]

Thank you for following our journey since the early days! We appreciate your support and kind words. I like to think we have proved one or two people wrong 😅

[@nigeldewallens1115]

I think, you just have to enjoy the trip and if you ever find a place you jut love! then you can talk about it and see if you want to stay there! 😊😉

[@TeuluTribe]

Totally agree! We'll keep exploring and see where the journey takes us!

[@benmarklew9917]

You guys are smashing it. The UKs alternative to SV Delos. Thanks so much for sharing this awesome journey. So well put together by two clearly motivated and dedicated individuals. Fair Winds

[@Islandteacherwkbx]

The worst thing is to leave somewhere and realise how much you actually loved it. Happy journeying!

[@ratfab]

I found on my trips (overland on a motorcycle) that if I pushed too hard I got tired without realizing it. Then my enthusiasm waned and I skipped thing as too far out of the way. In fact that was my first clue that I was tired. It's importand to make youself rest if you can stop. That's limited on a Sailboat, I suppose. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@nutsandbolts432]

I have a new found respect for sailors after this weekend. The wife and I finally got out on our own for the first time. Predict Wind totally lied to us and made for a sporty first time out. Knowing that the only way this boat makes it back to the marina depended entirely on my skill to get us there made me think about y’all sailing 1/2 way around the world and what an accomplishment that is. Y’all make it look easy on camera, but my hat is off to y’all. Congratulations.

[@jacksmith8002]

do you remember the panic and fear when you took her out of the slip the first time and here you are - bloody doing it !!

[@peteroneill2633]

Thank you for keeping it real. I think u will find it hard to settle when u get back. Please enjoy every moment now, until you have a couple kids, u will be always looking for the next adventure. Congrats on living life to the fullest. You guys are great, long live your partnership. Happy days to u both. 😅

[@rondrake5281]

You guys are awesome! Especially Becka when she does her inner thoughts (circumnavigation) Keep up the great work.. Ron D

[@TeuluTribe]

Thank you so much, Ron! We appreciate your support!

[@philipmagnusson4879]

You will know when you reach the place you want to stay. You may even move on for a while but always intend to return. Either way works!

[@timothybloomer4246]

Looking forward to some actual sailing

[@SailingItsTheTruth]

We felt exactly the same as you about San Blas. We hope, if we do make it around as you said, that we can possibly settle there. It is an amazing place. But there is so much of the world to explore, so who knows, right?

[@jamesgordon2289]

classic rental car offroading, Love it!

[@davidforbes7772]

That's why you don't buy used vehicles from rental companies.

[@IanAger-y7b]

Hi Becca, noticed when you tied the dingy. You tie a bowline the same way as me. Not seen many other people do it with a twist of the wrist rather than making a loop. Found your channel a few weeks ago and it is by far the best sailing diaries.

[@tonym1731]

Another great video thanks for the journey

[@Joe-zt7ef]

Another excellent video :) Thank you

[@brians5031]

I always go to fabric store when dying lines sheets etc.

[@ubiscuf]

You guys inspired me too start sailing. Last week I completed my competent crew in the solent and it was an incredible experience!!! It has lite a fire in my heart to get my skipper. Thankyou for sharing your amazing adventure with us 🙏🙏❤❤❤😘

[@TeuluTribe]

That's awesome to hear! Congratulations on completing your competent crew in the Solent. Hopefully we'll see you out there someday 😊

[@davidhumphreys9087]

There will be many places along your journey that you will have a simial feeling. However there is always much more to discover. As you say the goal is not to be pressured into completing the circum nav, but to keep exploring unitl you feel the need to go no further. I can imagine the anticlimax or sailing up the western approaches after traveling through all the beauty and wonder of the world just to end up back in the UK. Yes its an achievement, but will you feel fullfilled.

[@craigc.494]

Maybe I missed it but did you find dye for your sheet line, saw the black line. Concerned about the dye effect on the rope depending on the chemicals in it. Not much load on it though. Surprised they didn’t tell you the breaking strength. Any case google is your friend for future lines of which I and others usually have at least 3-4 extra, like oil and fuel filters! Hope the rest of the prep goes well.

[@maxab7e63s5]

Panama roads, not meant for Honda CRV's. Glad you enjoy casco viejo. Love to see so many boaters visit Panama. Me being from Panama, a boat is the ultimate way to expolore the country and its small islands. At least you get to show me the beauty of my country. Enjoy the moment I say. You can't compare one's life journey over another persons journey. I'm a perfectly content land lover and appreciate these videos of living in the sea. It takes a different mindset.

[@kiwigurn]

There are no bounds confining a rental car!

[@grahamatsea3575]

I think your "goal" is perfect.....open-ended with no fixed achievements in on a fixed time scale.

[@sandybinbedford5512]

The best 4x4 cars come from hire companies ( tongue in cheek )

[@thomascallaghan5988]

Great video

[@cflowrider]

Congrats! Looks like your rigging could use some friction rings!

[@ahellwig4350]

When attaching the pulley to the stringer, the nuts must be on the outside, otherwise you will damage the thread of your rope.

[@thecroftericmiller496]

Wondering if you have decided to spend some time and travel north all the way up past Vancouver. It seems so many people that go through the Panama Canal just head south and then across the Pacific and they miss out on all the wonderful places that are up north. There are absolutely amazing natural wonders in the Pacific Northwest

[@USAsportsmanIdaho]

Please remember that you are going to be traveling through areas that are drug cartel controlled and use caution when choosing your anchorages. Traveling in groups is always safer than sailing alone. Wishing the best for you and I very much enjoy your channel.

[@TeuluTribe]

Thanks for your concerns. Glad you are enjoying the content 😊

[@CapitanoG]

In the US we say “Nothing Party’s Like a Rental” meaning you’d never do those things in your own car….good times! No damage done…..

[@SamuelKTennis]

Your 'struggling with words' was actually most eloquent.

[@eduardoHMYT]

Teulu, please enjoy archipiélago de las perlas!

[@wow.sailor.]

Wow Sailor great episode love you guys you are the best and keep on enjoying your sailing life

[@TeuluTribe]

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the episode.

[@toddstubbs8236]

Love ur vids and adventures

[@carolinemcdougall8708]

White lines will be fine, throw them in the washing machine, will come up beautifully

[@tuberNunya]

I have always dreamed of transiting the Panama Canal. Congratulations on your triumph. How come you didn't visit Miami? It has more marine stores than any location in the world. Central and S. American countries are also very corrupt and will gouge foreigners.

[@coljhall]

Think you'd benifit from a couple double cheek blocks to run the dual headsails back to the primary winches.

[@TeuluTribe]

Yeah I would like to add a few of them at some point!

[@RoseTabone]

stop worrying about the future, just🥰🥰🥰 enjoy the journey for the day not for tomorrow🥰🥰🥰 tomorrow will come to quickly

[@williamcooper126]

Since you have such a limited traveler and can't use your main boom to be another whisker pole when going wing on wing down wind I hope you pick up another pole before you cross.

[@danstevens5782]

Looks like a blast. Not renting you, my car ha! STAY SAFE AND HAVE FUN.

[@Swampkrew]

I wonder what you two will do when there’s nothing left to fix on the boat. Seems like Zach has to have a project. If you ever have a house I bet his workshop is going to be amazing.

[@stuartmould6363]

Great episode enjoyed every minute 👍⛵️

[@TeuluTribe]

Cheers Stuart!

[@bfeltovi]

Car rental agency probably shouldn’t watch this video.

[@michaelsleater5865]

I've been told "it's about the journey, not the destination." If that is true for everyone I haven't a clue.

[@boatman909]

That road you struggled down looks like the road upto my house, at least until a week ago, when our municipality came and fixed it (meaning it’s now good for 2years max if we are lucky. 😮)

[@boatman909]

Funnily enough, last Thursday I was coming up the hill with one of my neighbours (from Germany) while they were fixing it, but they hadn’t yet rollered it to compact it, and we got stuck, wheels spinning wildly, chucking up gravel everywhere. She was freaking out a bit, since we had her two young kids in the car, so i offered to try and get us up the hill. I eventually discovered that I could get a grip (it was not a 4x4) in reverse, and then reversed it 1/2 mile up the hill.

[@stevecrombie5357]

I love the long video. Thank you. You have already experienced an amazing number of cultures in a relatively short period of time. Some of the architecture in Panama City was wonderful, right next to the poverty. Not the first time you have seen that. Are you going to explore the western part of central America and Mexico, or head straight west? Love your journey. Stay safe. ❤🙏

[@finnianfitzsimons623]

Do you guys use the aft mast ?

[@martinbeaumont1135]

Been binging your channel for a few weeks now, and really enjoying your adventures. Just wondered if you have plans to get a water maker? Water will be a little scarce across the pacific so now might be a good time to install one.

[@SailingQueenJane]

Are headed to the Marqueses this year? We are headed out in 2 weeks!

[@DYoung-vt8pq]

Love you guys! I think I could make the San Blas home. Safe travels ❤

[@TeuluTribe]

San Blas does have that magical pull, doesn't it? We might join you too!

[@oddjobkia]

You can sail Round the world and you can sail Around the world.

[@TeuluTribe]

Very true!

[@davidweary7342]

Enjoy your journey wherever it takes you as you only get one chance at life. However, you should sail up the coast to California! I'm somewhat biased. ❤😂