Sailing to Africa - Part 1 - Sailing Helios S01E31

After an unforgettable four weeks exploring the charms of Malta, soaking in the beauty of Valletta's historic wonders, and immersing ourselves in the quaint villages that dot the landscape, we find ourselves reluctantly bidding farewell to this enchanting island.
The end of the sailing season beckons, and our compass points towards Tunisia, where our winter berth awaits.
Embarking on what promises to be our most ambitious voyage yet, we relish in the anticipation of the open seas, the invigorating cockpit showers, and the endless expanse of azure blue beneath us.
Yet, as we draw closer to our destination, adversity rears its head. But that, my friends, is a tale for another time.

[@micheltremblay2544]

Thank you so much for taking the time to reply. I 'm sure you get so many comments .....

[@sailinghelios2023]

You are welcome

[@micheltremblay2544]

Hello Helios from the west coast of Canada. Just discovered your channel and you re doing great. After a few years of shopping, my wife and I are ready to buy our next sailboat. I think I have narrowed it down to a Jeanneau 410. I want to take possession of it on the Med. Sail the med for a few years and then sail it home slowly via bahamas caribbean etc. My question is "if you were to go thru the buying process again, would you buy a J 410? We are more likely to buy a used one. Thanks in advance.

[@sailinghelios2023]

So glad you are enjoying the videos. Short is yes we would buy it again. We love the boat. It is nice and light below so you fell ok about spending the whole day down there. At anchor it is a great platform because of the large cockpit and swim platform and a table that is functional without needing to lift up the sides. The walk around decks make it very comfortable to more around the boat. Best of all it sails really well and fast and is really light on the helm. The ergonomics in the boat are superb most of which you don’t even realise because it works so well. E.g the shower wall allows you to brace yourself to lean over the sink. It sounds like a small thing but they all add up to your comfort on board. Good luck with finding your 410

[@bluesbreakersailing2197]

Crikey, any idea what the problem is with the engine , what’s causing the overheating?. Your both pretty resilient, hope all ends well.

[@sailinghelios2023]

Thanks. It turned into a bit of drama with night approaching and the wind building. Needless to say we got in safely and we have resolved the issue now, but we will have all this in the next episode.

[@budterence69]

Will you create a patreon?

[@sailinghelios2023]

Yes. We are looking at this. Other channels have similar benefits at the levels. What is it that you would value the most?

[@budterence69]

@@sailinghelios2023 Well to see uncesored content. This is the way other channels go obviously.