Sailing When We Never Thought We Could

[@enderdragoon]

Please yes :P Do a whole video just about reefing. It's oddly one of my favorite things about sailing. I just installed a reefing kit on my little boat and I love to use it in higher winds.

[@numberoneduchess]

I am impressed with the way you two can stay upbeat during trying times. That is an asset not all of us have. Happy travels.

[@airenesmiler6624]

Who would have thought that this landlocked sea sick inclined person would find sails and their construction so interesting. Thank you for your storytelling

[@greggcoulter6008]

It’s too fast Wynns! 18 minutes just flies by when enjoying these videos. Love learning about everything on the boat and specifically the sails this time. The computers and robots making the sails at Doyle really is an incredibly cool sight. Great video

[@vonheise]

Interesting how some channels post 1 hour videos and you start skipping places, and some are 20 minutes and they seem to be over before they get started. For most, 20 to 30 minutes is the sweet spot.

[@jackblah5842]

@vonheise And we all know good video is a reduction sauce; so much goes into putting out a small amount of quality at the other end. 18 minutes HUGE

[@johnschieffelin3226]

Really enjoy videos explaining key items aboard Curiosity. The look at Doyle's plant was startling -- no more sailmakers crawling around the floor marking and cutting fabric, no more sailmakers running yards of fabric through sewing machines.

[@rileybri]

Still looks like a good bit of human involvement in the process. Hopefully this makes ", traditional" sails more accessible and affordable for small boats.

[@wannabe_sailor_777smith6]

I would recommend a forward looking infrared camera (FLIR) on the mast. It is a game changer for night sailing.

[@BobFirth]

Great to see you getting to use all your sails. Looks like you are getting into the grove. Hopefully you can get all your warranty work done. Of course as soon as you do something else will break. Boat life got to love it, you guys have the right attitude to enjoy the ride. You guys have come such a long way since growing up in Texas.

[@timsullivan1531]

So I just started watching this video. But I have to say that I was told a long time ago that Sailing is the most expensive way to go from A to point B for free. Glad you two are having a good time.

[@gonewiththewynns]

😝

[@michelebushnik2874]

Nikki and Jason! Amazing education on all the sails! I learn so much from you two! Nikki this was wonderful! So happy you anchored in your area before pitch black! Great work team! Enjoy you pineapple beer and dinner!❤❤ anxiuos to see you next week, to the start on the fixes!❤

[@CesarGonzalez-kt7vp]

What would we do without Tech? Well, I can remember the days of searching for a pay phone, in the middle of nowhere, that ended up not working, and/or not having the correct change! Love the boat! Love the sails! Love you guys!

[@feversol]

I was quite intrigued by your jumper/shorts. Looks like precisely the right thing especially for where you’re wearing it and what you’re doing. Does what it is supposed to do yet loosely comfortable.

[@maryvancompernolle9544]

I was thinking the same thing! I’d like to have something like that to wear in the summer! It looks comfy.

[@robertvalentine9366]

Would a FLIR on top of the mainmast help with sighting obstacles during night passages? Great channel, great videos, great boat, great crew!!! Thankyou

[@cuocsonglangnoigogang]

Your perseverance and courage are truly inspiring; you ventured into sailing even when it seemed impossible. Your determination and spirit show that with heart and effort, anything can be achieved. And I am Floating Village Life.

[@Chef66]

Go team! May the wind be at your back and your coffee strong. Love you!

[@lhollybow]

And the beer cold , plus the dishwasher working.

[@libbyblackmon885]

You guys look like Old Pros handling the boat and sails! Hope you are enjoying your beautiful Curiosity II!

[@GordonKnight-x3m]

I don't know anything about sailing but I enjoy Nikki telling me things that go over my head, thanks

[@MichaelPaulHenderson]

Bwahahahahahahaha!

[@JohnJr901]

Jason is a great example of how to maintain control despite frustrating events 👍. If everyone was a sailor, would we all be better people?

[@michaelvandermarliere1376]

Nikki you're a great commentator, I could listen to your voice all day, Jason has an infectious smile!

[@TTM-GEB]

Night Vision Monocular - Have you considered having one? They are very affordable now, a good Bushnell is less than $300us. Great for when you pull into an anchorage at night... A Thermal Monocular would be great in fog and other times, also in the $300us price range. Both would be nice to have when looking out for pirates. 🎉

[@Joemoorgan]

FLIR has been a game changer for us especially since we came down the ICW sometimes while at night.

[@jackwickman2403]

How much money do you have to pay to get an infra-red camera that really works good? Do cheaper ones actually work?

[@paulmorrow8372]

@@jackwickman2403you can get a good handheld thermal for about $3000. The FLIR gyro stabilized systems starts at about $5,000.

[@jaytroxel3495]

The Aviator!! GREAT MOVIE and great acting by Leo DeCaprio... 'The way of the future...the way of the future..." :)

[@GeGe-sn4eb]

Thanks a lot that you helped Mads with his problems with Google!!!

[@TruckingLifewithPawna-jn3uh]

I really miss yall when you miss a week of uploading

[@heathero2925]

We became a subscriber just a few weeks ago. We started seeing your Fiji & Tonga vlog series. It was so interesting to see the time dates during the Pandemic lockdown & compare it to what we went through during that time period. We don't see ourselves getting a sailboat, but it inspires us to go on the road. Our goal is to be full time "road warriors" in two years. Your videos gives us a glimpse of what our life can be leaving our jobs & traveling full time. 😊

[@suz-annemoss6500]

Thank you for explaining all your sails and their function. Hopefully your Dear Santa message will produce the one missing sail! Dreams do come true!

[@maramirkin3325]

You are so amazing in sharing so many interesting things, be it sailing related, history, or diverse people living amazing lives. Thanks so much for your presence, as always enjoyable. Vicariously on adventures with you’

[@AndrewBlacker-t1d]

13 year olds use "amazing." Learn an adult vocabulary.

[@ZipZoomZip]

@@AndrewBlacker-t1d Adults use the same word, because it's useful. Learn that correlation with one group is not exclusive of other groups.

[@Shibalvr]

Looks delish🌺🌺!

[@lhollybow]

Nice to watch a positive informative and fun video , compared to the endless negative anxiety the other sailing videographers burden us with.

[@baronetessdawson]

Love Your Boat....& Sails! Magnificent!

[@leehoffman3604]

I really enjoyed the entire video. The transition from thread to robots to sails was incredible, and it showed where just about all manufacturing is headed. What a set of sails. Only one more is left on the wishlist (LOL). The magic at the end of the video is from the chef and that kitchen. I could eat prawns every day. Have a great day. See you next week.

[@sunking3]

I know you guys don't call yourself sailors, but you are. You've learned so much since you started and I am honestly inspired, impressed and very, very, happy for you. You are task masters and most people just won't ever know the satisfaction of knocking out all the normal chores plus all that Nature throws at you. Happy Sunday to you! Cheers! 🥂

[@stilcrazychris]

Hi, my two favorite KZbin channel. Love everyone of your videos. You two rock. I was on KZbin & saw two videos about AG1 & its co-founder. I don't know a whole lot about them because I can't use their products due to medication interference, but I thought you all would do everything you could to investigate the matter since you all are smarter than me in matters like this & your viewers deserve the TRUTH. Plus, you two are fantastic detectives & can find out the truth in this matter or @ least make up your minds about WTH is going on with AG1 & tell your wonderful viewers the "HONEST" truth about their products. You @ least owe that to us viewers. Please! I believe in you two & "TRUST" you wholeheartedly. I believe your whole viewers feel the same. That's why we watch you every Sunday & I look forward to your videos every week. As soon as I get home from church, you're the 1st thing I watch. I just want your opinion on/about AG1. $100.00 a month is a lot of money to spend on something that's not going to do me a lot of good. I appreciate you two a lot & I trust your two opinions on your sponsorships. Have a safe & wonderful travel, my friends, Chris from Missouri The videos were 2 months ago by Scott Carney & Dave MacLead

[@Brian-os9qj]

Go Wynns go, live our dreams

[@davidnichols147]

Bobbie Doyle was a champion Jolly boat sailor from Marblehead, Massachusetts. He certainly has done well for himself.

[@charlesconway1049]

This is my favorite video since you got the new boat. This reminds me of the first days of curiosity and the days when you were putting composting toilets in rv’s 😊

[@snafufubar]

Watched Parley Revival this morning. They put a thing (technical sailing term) on their rigging that measures the tension it is getting.

[@nooneanybodyknows7912]

The Cyclops load sensors from Indie Marine are game changers.

[@PN_48]

30s in and you know it’s going to be a good one😂

[@SukhjeevanNijjar]

Your boat is beautiful. You have styled it nicely. 🎉

[@jonjames7728]

You guys...Amaze me.

[@TeresaGallavan]

FLIR is miraculous. Sail into the marina and have dinner after sundown. Love your cheerful adventures!

[@jackwickman2403]

I see these cameras selling for 20 thousand dollars plus. Are there good cheaper ones?

[@paulmorrow8372]

@@jackwickman2403you can get some of the lower end FLIR’s for around $5k. If you’re just looking for low light performance, take a look at Sionyx. Think of them like a digital camera with an incredibly high ISO. They are able to see incredibly well in very dark conditions. You could also install some infrared floodlights on your boat. This way you would both bother others as you pull in. The Sionyx will not do as well as a FLIR in fog or rain, but will likely work better than the FLIR in other conditions.

[@ihave7631]

Go Wynns. For your next sails venture into the world of colours. It would be amazing to see a colourful sail aboard Curiosity.

[@sailingbeyond9657]

Uncertainties are the other word for adventure ❤⛵

[@carenclemmons5002]

Lovely explanatory visual video. Thx. Man I love the headspace the engineering of your boat lends you. Glad you said no to nighttime ramming of water objects. Rule on dear ones.

[@DXB711]

Each video has better content and editing! Well done you two! Love you guys (and the camouflage overall shorts) !

[@stilcrazychris]

Loved all the sails ⛵️ your explained & showed the factory. Thanks

[@DaleOBrien-y8k]

Great sunset shots. Loved the sail education.Thank you!

[@ckeilah]

It would be cool to see MORE of Doyle Sails's mothership in detail, or any sailmaker of that caliber. The Doyle we have here really is just a sewing machine and a raised platform.

[@bobuncle8704]

It’s an amazing time for cruising. New technologies are revolutionizing the whole show.

[@Pantherjonvideos]

What a joy! So informative and in such a captivating manner! Never, ever, and I mean NEVER, had I been so enthralled to learn more about sailing! And just as on your thumbnail I was 'blown away'!! Am so looking forward to more boat/catamaran/sailing education! Y'all be safe, and may your sails always be full! :)

[@SailingEagleWings]

Nice video, keep them comming. For night sailing, Erik the viking Aanderaa has a video on his night vision helper.

[@prw629]

I wish you would do a full video on reefing the sails. I understand the concept it do not comprehend how it is accomplished. ❤

[@gonewiththewynns]

Basically you're lowering the mainsail to a specific point on the mast (1,2, or 3) so that there is less sail up to catch the wind. The stronger the wind, the less sail you want up. There are plenty of instructional videos on sailing out there, made by people that are qualified instructors, so check some of those out and always keep learning! Curious Minion

[@fullpulse2000]

Great sail, even with the light wind. Glad you were able to use all the sails.

[@dennisash7221]

I know that there are many things at Doyle that are a little sensitive and the video rushed past a load of super stunning processes and equipment, would be super interesting to go there and see for myself. looks like you had an awesome passage wishing to be out there one day. Oh one anecdote Jason you were talking about smart cameras what I love about China is that in English you can select "smart mode" on your camera, in Chinese you select "stupid person" which perfectly describes me when it comes to cameras.

[@garrykennedy5653]

Lovely to see your lovely boat and all its sail’s going going through there paces

[@expatron]

Hey guys, thanks for helping out Sail Life.

[@jimscanoe]

Wow, that's living the good life-thank you for sharing.

[@kirkbowman7452]

Great intro! All about the sailing right down to the sails - awsome! Your fancy “high seed”float home is so high tech. Hope the factory support is there for you when stuff breaks. Glad to see you missed the realy bad weather.

[@MsAlisongray]

My best time of the day, cuppa and gone with the wynns ahh

[@macfan999]

Amazing ! Will you be doing a purchase/cost video on this boat like on curiosity 1 how many years ago that was ?

[@ShaunRamage]

Looking forward to a whole video on reefing now 🙌🏽

[@cherylsibson2529]

I saw a video yesterday about an old ship that ran aground, it was big and bulky, needed ships to get it to port, to seeing your ship, as well as the Lavaogbond, ships and sails have come a long way from 1700's or 1800's type of ships or sails rigging, using sails to make speed, as navigation, the springier sure makes the difference for your ship. You've come a long way The Wynn's!!

[@Ijustcantbelievethis]

Another really creative video. Great job of weaving sails into the daily vlog. Thank you! 😊😊

[@jeannestark6293]

I am number lucky 13!! Jeanne Stark Clearwater Florida and don’t worry about us the sun is not gonna get us

[@toddjones1403]

From the galley to sails, what’s it gonna be next time…..don’t know but I can’t wait!

[@MSHopps175]

The more I see your SV the more I like it 🎉

[@mariolatore3867]

The most beautiful boat on youtube

[@justincase5272]

EXCELLENT lead-in!

[@TheAtma50]

What a lovely informative, well presented video. Stay Safe & Fair Winds!! ☘

[@karenpolansky9097]

Thanks for explaining the sails to this non sailor. I hope Santa was listening! 🤞❤️🤞❤️🤞

[@davidjackson2115]

Beautiful boat / home - everything new and educational regards the sails thanks.

[@griegwalkingbear922]

It's been said that power boating is about getting somewhere and sailing is about going somewhere. It's the difference between destination and journey. We sailors love a journey. Yes, we love it when we can make good time and go where we want to go; yet going too fast is a real problem. Go too fast and the adventure fades. Go too fast, and nowhere is far away. Jordin Kare had a beautiful song about that ("Wanderer"). Here's the bridge: "For with steel and steam and gasoline and turbines' whining scream they have trapped me in a nightmare that is someone else's dream of a world so small and guarded you could hold it in your hand a world that knows no land called Far Away."

[@Mark-ki7ic]

Great informative video, sails of the future indeed. Now you just need to send Jason into the shop for warranty work ☺️. Need to check for Glocoma if there's a history, I didn't and my optic nerve is 60% effective.

[@TheThreebucks]

Loved hearing about the sails, would love to watch a video about the reefing. And I lovvvvved the shot of your evening lighting, I love indirect lighting, and the boat looked so beautiful while you were eating dinner! ❤

[@bentleymalshi7953]

"Fair [Wynns] and Following Seas," and keep exploring my beautiful country, the Philippines. There is definitely a lot of sailing grounds to cover, especially through the inner islands and western part of the Archipelago next to the Pacific Ocean.

[@phillipmetcalf9404]

Lovely video. Was fascinated with the sail manufacturing. As thanks for reaching out to Sail Life to help with their Google headache.❤

[@EdwardTilley]

Great video. Yes, it's a very interesting topic - are sails and performance hulls. Your guest passenger always adds a great wit. Why is the motor running hot? Is it a problem the motor (I recall yes, and this is the maintenance reason why you are hauling out) or ... 2) are you taking on too much load when one diesel motor is powering itself and another electric motor (plus hotel load). Terrific lighting on this boat; looks super cool and comfortable.

[@gonewiththewynns]

The motor issue is simply due to an ongoing issue that will be sorted during warranty. We'll cover the cause and fix when we get to the factory and talk about the other issues as well.

[@warrenpowell6570]

You guys are so cool 😎. I enjoyed this episode very much. I don't know how and why sails work, so it fascinates me to watch and listen to your explanations. Thanks for taking me along again!😊

[@angela1984a]

Looking forward to a future video showing upwind light wind sailing with a J1.

[@susanmorgan8416]

Thank you for the very informative video. Loved learning about the different sails. Love your catamaran. Best looking boat on KZbin!

[@pledg44]

Thank you for sails 101. Love it. How do you decide? what are the different rope and adding removing procedure terms? How do to navagate around?

[@marypritchett115]

So many options for moving your boat. Nice!

[@tomcraddock244]

Stop making it difficult.keep your boat safe and keep yourselves safe.turn on your engines and arrive in some light. You did buy an incredible sailboat!! Well done!! Fair winds⛵️

[@thetravellingpicker5096]

Love all the info about the most overlooked part of sailing, the sails. Love the pattern on the Reacher. Incredible manufacturing process. That place looked expensive. Oof.

[@TP-3000]

Done lots of sailing but never actually changed sails. Would be interested in more detail on that thanks!

[@seanlow1842]

Great video, love all your recent Philippines and new boat videos

[@FBGbarge]

The thumbnail for this episode is an amazing shot, absolutely gorgeous!

[@HopeOfJoe]

OMG 😱, guys. The more you progress in using your new boat, the more we all learn when it becomes our turn‼️👍🏻💕 Had no idea on how sail technology has advanced. Just amazing 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 Should have guessed this when remembering the America’s Cup boats. Looking forward to all the “adjustments” the builder needs to accomplish and how they go about that. More learning. Do you have a list of all the “stuff and appliances” you added to your new home on the website??? Thanks for a great episode. See you next time. ✨🌊💨⛵️🏝️👙🌞✨

[@gonewiththewynns]

Check out the "our boat" tab on the blog, and there are gear guides as well for things like the office, photography, etc. There's also a search bar if you're looking for something specific. Hope that helps! Curious Minion

[@michellereynolds6290]

As always, another great video! It's so interesting to see how sailmaking has advanced with new technology. It doesn't matter what you do or where you go, I'm here for it! Until next time... 💙💙

[@PriceActionRose]

Finally Joshua returns to big screen, I was worried you guys dumped his body somewhere at the shallows. He has this calm presence reeks wisdom and bliss all at the same time. Just for that you should just tie his body to the pointy part of your front vessel and feed him occasionally and wind will always be with your sails. He is a keeper that one.

[@dougmaclean9752]

sail boaters and motors ! I have known people like that they ignore you like you are low class but when they need you you are such a good friend , please save us !

[@christinegage449]

Love the info about the boat...never been sailing but it was a dream many moons ago. If you are ever short on content, I would LOVE to see some of Jasons photography from over the years. Maybe like a recap slide show.

[@jeromehebert3184]

good luck with the warranty repairs.

[@waltsailing2009]

We have to defrost our isotherm about once a month… The Engle freezer not so often. Defrosting on a marine fridge is something they didn’t think about…but all off solar…

[@JohnPaul-ts8dq]

Love the zebra sail. Looks sharp. 👍

[@henryoppermann134]

Great sail intro, but as a nobility struggle to understand staysail vs spinnaker, and having been ion a mono, and having a 159 take us over with wind shear, i get the need to shift snails and being on your game. Maybe someday I’ll learn it.

[@MitchelRowe-xy5pi]

A detailed video on your reefing setup would be cool . Not alot on the karver hooks and 2 to 1 down haul on the tack

[@alansolomon5527]

Another fabulous video on a beautiful, tropical, open ocean. I believe the Philippines are tropical. It is surprising being in the tropics with minimal wind. They may have Tropicana OJ there. 🌴 👍

[@ColinsMarine]

Might not a Code Zero be a better answer. Can’t go quite as good to weather as a J1 but with your apparent wind angle moving further forward quicker it would work much better than that reacher and you could sail as high as 45 degrees. I would also as Santa to put a FLIR M300C under your tree as well, takes a lot of stress out of night passages.

[@jewelyjem1986]

I love all of your videos. Please don't feel like you talk too much about how to sail and what the sales are for. I love learning how to use the sales. I have got to get ready when I win that mega millions and I buy my boat.❤❤❤⛵

[@solsearchercat]

Great video, I've been waiting to see your sail plan! Thanks for sharing. As an aside, I know they're expensive but consider adding a FLIR to your Christmas wish list. Ours has made a world of difference in those questionable late/dark entries. Game changer. And I hope you get your J1!! This episode made me wish we could cruise along side you guys for a bit, I'd love to compare the ride on a sail cat to our motor cat.

[@kw271]

omg. the feels. lolz. ❤