Disaster at Sea. Lightning strikes my boat and it is sinking. My battle to save the boat.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

The danger is over. With all of your help so far we can carry on. We thank you.

[@garygarnett6469]

PayPal money sent buddy

[@Sailspirit99]

PayPal $ sent. Appreciated the live stream. Elaine

[@georgeekins1161]

We got your back, keep the videos coming and stay safe.

[@Bobi2rc]

So...when will you two be sailing in paradise again? Looking forward to more inspiration.

[@damienkelly9588]

Funds sent 👍

[@alecarriazo5629]

Plukky. Dont be so damn hard on yourself. Alone on the boat, at night, no electrical (for the most part) and you still managed to save the boat! That is absolutely incredible and shows your resolve. The community will pull through for you. resilient is your word. Good on ya mate. You might have "made mistakes" but thats all in retrospect. You saved the boat and this in it of itself is a job well done. Fair winds. You got this!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Ale....can't help it. Boy was I swearing....sharks wouldn't have dared touch me on editing day

[@John-ym9ht]

My heart was pounding thinking about going back in that dark water with the sharks. Amazing that you were able to continue filming anything. That shark coming out of the dark at you made me sick to my stomach. Don't be so hard on yourself. You did great!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I have to learn life's little lessons...so why not self deprecate along the way lol

[@woollamiainternationalfilm5285]

Plukky, your courage, perseverance and good spirits are immensely inspiring.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I appreciate that!

[@jesselee2529]

@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM After seeing you in pitch black water and sharks... I have to say, much respect. Legendary!

[@lukewhite3846]

We are all rooting for you! You saved a boat from sinking from a lighting strike in shark waters with a knife, plastic bags and hose clamps. I don’t know about you but this channel is going places!! God bless Peter.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Well its not going down vertically yet...still fighting

[@normananderson6755]

Hat's OFF my man... You didn't make any mistakes, you made progress and prevailed... very impressed with your abilities.. underwater, in the dark, under the gun... that little gal doesn't realize the size of the fish she released.

[@CGPT76]

Holly sh*t!!! Lightning strike, a hole in the boat, go repair and there are sharks!!! When it rains it pours!!!! Great under pressure!!👍 Best of luck!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks PT for the luck...we need it

[@chiane1968]

Boat sinking, all electronics toast, no lights, pitch dark water, bull sharks circling.... that's a hard no for me. You are incredibly brave. That's the point I get in that dingy with a salvaged bottle of liquor, head to the nearest shore and start updating my resume for a desk job far inland.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I think you may have done more than that. What if there were a 100 bottles on the boat...you cant carry all of those in the dinghy.....may as well save the boat, easier I reckon

[@tonewreck1]

Plukky you are unbelievable!! The only sailing channel that makes me feel good about not having a boat and a wife who hates the water...I really freaked when i saw the shark, but I guess adrenalin makes us do heroic things without thinking btu still I am not sure I would have gone back in the water.... What kind of shark was it? Man eating? Anyway it worked I did feel absolutely compelled to send you some money...20 bucks...Good luck keep the spirit up, nothing stays bad for ever. All the best!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Top stuff mate. Sharks were harmless....I was bit worried about the big local bull though

[@atomicsmith]

You make MacGuyver look like a girl scout. What a legend.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Classic my friend thank you

[@dan711g]

Like you always say Plukky! Nothing but quality!!! You must admit, nobody I mean nobody has content like you guys!!!!! I love you folks. Making my first donation right now!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Nobody has our luck. Can’t have the quality without our luck lol

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks for the support. We will need every cent

[@LibyanSoup]

very few people could have done what you did Plukky. Well done in saving Freedom.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Yeah I know they would have done it better ( that frigging tape) and quicker and not made so many mistakes. You wait til you see the “mistakes made” video. I am up to 15 already sheeessh but it’s all so everyone learns something. Ha. Classic

[@LibyanSoup]

@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Plukky, honestly don’t put yourself down. It’s all a steep learning curve and making mistakes are all part of it, especially when you’re humble enough to learn from them. I have been following your adventures since the loss of Long Reef episodes came out. It was watching that play out that I first thought - now here is someone who keeps calm and just goes about the business of trying their very best to save their ship. When most would panic and give up. But not you. I admired your grit and determination then, as I do now. Your sailing channel is the real deal. I hope you manage to keep the dream alive and afloat.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Me too but it’s touch n go

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks for your kind words. You should have seen myself yelling at myself doing the editing. I really should have videoed that. Hilarious

[@dillonfox7433]

The footage underwater with the bull sharks is unlike anything I've ever seen. Your sir, are one brave man.

[@ExpeditionDrenched]

🙌 incredible Good job on staying cool under pressure

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks good people...luck played its part too...quite a big part at that

[@NilsKrahnstoever]

Well done working your way through this crisis! I can't believe you actually managed to film the ordeal. That likely makes this video a quite rare record of saving a sinking yacht.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Nils but I didnt really film the ordeal just the pauses when you think about it ie when I thought the situation was stable...when that occurred I filmed but each time hubris bit me in the ass.....3 times that happened...then no more filming until there was no more water gushing in

[@NilsKrahnstoever]

@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM I think that is very humble of you to say. I will point out that I wouldn't consider diving into the water at night to plug a hole in your boat with sharks swimming around as a time when the situation was stable. :-)

[@mark-]

I sent you $300 Plukky, hoping for a quick recovery ✌😊👍

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Whooooaaaaaaaaa.....that is terrific.....far out...I don't know what to say....well that pays for the travel lift top stuff!

[@richardmason902]

Good on you Mark. That's a great donation. More power to you buddy. I'll be chipping in when I can.

[@chrisoh6627]

Good stuff Mark!

[@sirlandsalot]

Your a great person

[@mark-]

@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM No worry mate. Hope you get it all done with these donations and back in business soon. Say hello to your lovely wife. 😊👍

[@kranzonguam]

Damn fine work!! In the dark, with sharks, low battery and solo no less, you managed miracles! Good on you! Now we truly know that Plukky isn't just a nickname, you really embody it! Stay safe!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Actually it is a nickname Peter Lukursky = PLUKKY....just remove a few letters is all. But its good the other way too.

[@kranzonguam]

@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Having "pluck" is about having "courage, usually in the face of difficulties or hardship," (freedictionary.com) at least in American English... Take the compliment, brother!!🤣🤣

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Wooohooo ok

[@josenakashima1388]

Speechless...save a boat and film at the same time. Holy f×××

[@harpomorris1909]

What bad luck Plukky. Incredible that you saved your boat though. For most people it would have sunk to the bottom. You are resourceful, knowledgeable and resilient, you both will get through this. Sending a donation, take care !

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Wow thanks Harpo...can you send that message to Margarida too lol....and thanks for your support my friend

[@RockDodger]

I had to pop back here from April 1st 2023. This was the very first video i watched. Of course i went back and watched the previous ones too. It was lockdown after all. What else did i have to do lol ;) and now Your building your own boat in Greece. What a ride Plucky mate. Thanks for all the laughs and adventure. and of course, Hosting all those beeeeautiful crew ;) GiGi and Lisa In particular ;) Tc mate RD

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Mmmmm Indeed ... Keep watching there will be more girl

[@zuluromeo1232]

Plukky....I look forward to your vids. At my advanced age and financial situation my sailing adventures are provided by youtube. I do get out but it's an 83 Mako21 and all near shore, Florida Keys, or back in Everglades National Park...Ah, but in the 70s......A Columbia 26 and 2 beautiful earlier prototypes of "The Lovely Margarida". Did I say beautiful?...We were broke ass hippies but we managed to act like cruisers because the Bahamas were an overnight sail away. I really enjoy your act and many of your adventures mirror our own excitement/terror/peaceful sunsets/terror/etc. We share the 2 lightening strikes on an ungrounded boat experience. The difference is we had no holes blown in the hull but we were hit under sail in a narrow channel through a reef. Too long to share the details here. The Columbia is long gone but as luck would have it the 2 beautiful "Lovely Margarida" prototypes are still with me 50 yrs later. I'm going to send you some cash to pay you back for all of the great vids but mostly for helping this crusty old sailor remember...Oh shit....no, I'm not crying...just a little spray in my eyes.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

It’s dust in the air my friend. Sometimes I get that dust too especially from thought provoking messages like this one. I am glad we strike a chord. Am still in the shit but hey i am used to it . Just keep picking myself up and dusting myself off.

[@zuluromeo1232]

@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Yeah...Dust in the air...that's the ticket

[@zuluromeo1232]

@Siward Beorn Yes I am blessed in more ways than I ever could have imagined or hoped for.

[@arjunab6167]

Another great channel is - Adventures of an old Sea dog. Love that old Sailor. 😊💖

[@christohersobota7943]

Your chapter is terrifying and amazballs!! You are my hero. Well done Capt

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Chris just plodding along

[@allenrees595]

Hey Plukky. Been following you for years. We've enjoyed the entertainment that you've provided and now it's our turn to do something for you. We hope that you get yourself out of this unfortunate situation and that our small donation helps with any of your ongoing expenses. Stay safe.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Every bit counts Allen...I appreciate your comment and your support...with a but of luck we may get through this....I think I am due for some luck...it would be nice....I really don't know how to edit that type of thing though

[@Richnoonan1]

The world needs more real men like you brother...wow you saved your home when most would not have.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Mr Noonan for the great comment

[@richardthomas9263]

Wow, that was crazy. Quick thinking saved you and your boat that night. I am so glad that everything turned out alright. Hopefully you can get everything repaired and be back out on the water soon.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks for taking the time to comment and thanks for the well wishes. I am glad too but it isn’t over til the fat lady sings

[@paulbrown2971]

A donation sent via PayPal. Hoping for the best for the repairs. You are a resourceful bugger, so I know that you’ll be sailing again soon!

[@leeholmes9962]

No he just use people like you to send him money even though he as insurance for the boat use your head buddy 👍

[@paulbrown2971]

@@leeholmes9962 If you inspired and entertained people, maybe some of them would send you some money when you are in need. Anyway, it is my money to spend as I see fit...

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Cant afford insurance so there is none...we are a struggling sailing channel...and thanks to you Paul Brown, you are a good friend

[@FREEDOOOOM]

Geez, man, them sharks! And when you have no other choice then to get into the water immediately... Brave man, Peter, and great job! Breathtaking moments there. Best of luck, friend, Godspeed!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks 👍 for the comment my friend

[@polarbear111000]

Amazing!! Advanced problem solving under pressure. Brilliant!!

[@countryroadstakemehome]

Wow nice work.. cool under pressure, was that a mad adrenaline rush or what, singing boat and sharks underneath.. All from a lightning strike? wow.

[@southjerseysound7340]

I wish I could send you something but I'm going through a rough time myself. But if you need a set of experienced hands depending on where you are I might be able to help. On a different note I've found that aluminum foil works great for stuffing into odd shaped holes in thull.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I didnt think of aluminium but that would have been better I think...good on you

[@brianshanahan3878]

Awesome job and great attitude!

[@AdrianHeptinstall]

Well done that man, made a contribution, hope it helps out and all the best

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I will just leave it to Siward. He is my new suoer friend...but thanks for helping out.

[@myster624]

That’s amazing; you saved your home. What a crazy story 👍👍👍👍

[@sailingsvmutiny1762]

Wow dude...! What a bloody nightmare. Sent you some money via Paypal. Good luck mate, you are a legend. Love from the Mutiny crew...!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks for the top support my new friend and the well wishes.

[@repentandknowjesus8674]

Very glad you're OK!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Me too!

[@simonallan6148]

Not quite sure how you held it altogether and still managed to keep filming! Top effort. Keep going, Peter.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

If you look I only really filmed when I thought it was all ok....when the shit hit the fan, there is not a thought to film at all just do

[@nikitarust-theflowerchild9401]

Ah dude, you looked so tired by the end 😔 thoughts are with you.. stay safe 🤗

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I was....36 hours at least with out sleep with 7 hours in the water on the previous day filming. BUGGERED

[@nikitarust-theflowerchild9401]

SAILING into FREEDOM it’s so crazy how quickly life can change... you would’ve had absolutely no idea what was to come that evening. So glad you’re safe and that Freedom is on the mend.. keep positive thoughts and good vibes, what you give out, you get back 😉🙂🔆💚 sending strength across the waters ☸️ 🇿🇦

[@JamesBond-zi8sv]

I’m so glad you’re ok. Awesome job great thinking ✌🏻👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks for taking the time to comment

[@martinkelly1556]

You are a very brave man. Amazing !

[@MonkPetite]

Great job .. good you share it. Obviously we all love to know why the destruction is so bad.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Well it is a vlog so I got to share it....look up lightning strikes and what they do...you will be surprised

[@stevebolszewski]

You had some back ups of the backs ups. 👍🏻 you did it’s alone. Wow

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Steven, just plodding through it

[@repubilican]

Love y’a, you crazy bastard. Your luck will turn. I posted to my Facebook asking friends to follow you and help out

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I hope so Pedro, thanks for the comment

[@Bantie1]

dang.....Wow Glad you are safe!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I am glad too

[@torreyance2468]

Plukky the ship was sinking because you have very big balls to go in the water multiple times with sharks😬in the dark. good thing you dont freeze under stress. your amazing!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I was a scared man don’t you worry about that

[@FXPL9277]

Can't even imagine living through such a tense moment. Bolts are my main concern when at sea - and we get a lot of them in Brazil.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Viva o Brazil. Glad to have you on board. One of my best friends in Australia is Brazilian.

[@piwero]

hey matey, glad you're safe and healthy, shiver me timbers !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Indeed my friend

[@martsmith2412]

Nothing but quality! (I will be updating my safety kit) Mart

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Right on

[@mkmizell]

Hey Peter. I hope all is well. Just checking in. Capt Matthew sending you and yours all the best prayers and positive vibes.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Positive is good ....I need a bit of positiive

[@tukinfoods5111]

Great effort! Good luck with it!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks for the good luck ...I will be needing it

[@WindwardToEden]

You did very well sir, you should be proud! Great to see your ok. Now, for some boat work...

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

That's the plan!

[@merkin22]

What, no giant rogue wave? What an ordeal! Damn good work on your part, lad. You responded to (multiple) crisis like a champ!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

YEah no angry seas that day my friends at all...what a jip!

[@leejohnnelson]

Amazing plucky sending money and love sir!! My foresight tells me this will be the most famous lighting strike story, and that lighting bolt was actually a godsend. Lol. You my Fav KZbin star broski!!!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

good on you Lee.....not a godsend yet...I am trying to keep on the good books with the man upstairs....I am assuming the position of not getting into any trouble...thanks again my friend

[@cyberorby]

whowwww ! - good work, Plukky !

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Mr O....top stuff for commenting

[@ericfleury3147]

Go sailing, it will be fun! -lightning -taking on water -sharks

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Yes exciting it really is

[@netook8]

@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM To be honest, sounds better than being told what to do, being told what to put in my body and what to do to me body. Being told whether I can have a job or not. Being told I can or can't live in a particular home even if I show the money. Sailing, while challenging has it's perks this year more than any year ever. I just hope I don't have someone telling me "I not allowed to buy a boat" when the time comes that I have enough money, and more importantly a passive income that isn't tied to a job on land.

[@virtual_warbirds]

@@netook8 I mean you could just stick to weekend sailing/boating and maybe some month to two month cruises during the proper seasons (i.e. not sailing in the tropics in the summer because of heat and storms). I tried the cruising thing and it was one nightmare after another. Still love sailing, but living aboard is miserable. To top it off, the Ericson 38 sailboat I sold to someone that was in near-mint condition sank 150 miles out to sea and the owner had to be rescued by chopper. He was a very experienced sailor too.

[@billroberts9182]

I know this is way after the fact, but there is a two part underwater sealer called "splashguard." Actually works and has strength when it hardens. Beau and Brandy sailing vlog had to repair fractures in the hull while 65 miles from land. Two local fisherman nearby had a container and loaned it to them to save their boat. It worked.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Bill...I had epoxy and microballs so it was sorted

[@grommike3726]

Dude if this doesn't shoot you through the charts. Nothing will.

[@harryanderson5551]

What's left of your mast? When you repair, will you add a grounding plate and gentle curving wire from mast to plate? They say to connect your metal tanks, engine, and all through hulls, but I don't like this idea due to potential for galvanic or induced corrosion.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Episode coming up soon on this my friend

[@gustafchurn8282]

That was a good fast paced drama! Thanks for the skinny!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stormer6364]

That shark looked hungry mate, that was sketchy af brother! Good job stopping that leak and not getting eaten. I was transiting on a dodgy banka in the Philippines and the same seal failed , I can remember them doing a similar repair with some cloth a plastic bottle and some thick monofilament fishing line, seemed to work, we didn't sink that time anyway! Nice video 👍

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Good stuff

[@CaptMarkSVAlcina]

And you video it all , I thought that would have been the last thing on your mind. I am going to send these 3 videos to my yacht club show they learn from this.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

If you notice whenever I film hubris kicks me in the ass and things immediately take a turn for the worse...I gave up after number 3 hubris attack well until it was solved

[@cestari001]

Nice JOB, keeping your mind focus on...

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

There was focus or sinking....easy choice

[@cestari001]

@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM I saw many of your videos and you are a very prepared guy. Another person in your position will freeze.... you were KEEP CALM AND KEEP SAILING....

[@johnpower8356]

This is why I like sailboats docked on both sides of me, both my neighbors have been struck, here in SW Florida we get lots of lightning sometimes I don’t know why I haven’t been hit there’s so much my Searay 390 is low and the two lightning rods docked beside me get it? I’ve heard both ground your mast and don’t ground your mast IDK 🤷‍♀️ you sure do live on the edge causalities sure take the fun out

[@jenningsipock8620]

Hell yea Plukky my boy. Nerves of steal!!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Nerves of something...thanks for the comment my friend

[@AdamC5013]

Proud to say i learned to sail on a boat named freedom from a legend named Plukky! Balls of steel would have rusted by now, Plukky has balls of titanium.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Adam....one of my Floridian friends top stuff

[@MrBrewzr]

Well you got my sub, I’m riveted, I need to watch the next episode!

[@ajax1137]

A lot of these sailing KZbin channels attempt to generate false drama out of trivial leaks or mechanical failures to drive clicks. @Plukky, this was as real as it gets. Genuine emergency and genuine risk. Don't beat yourself up about the tape. You saved the ship. It's payday for me so I'll put something in your cup.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

What a nice thing to say...and thanks for your great support too....I am still swearing at myself about the tape ha....bloody tape lol

[@LibyanSoup]

Such a rollercoaster of emotions.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Exhausting yes

[@tnoel374]

One word WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Wow back at ya mate. thanks for commenting

[@johnbarnas879]

Everything will be alright!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Well now I feel better thank you. Keep the comments rolling.

[@LibyanSoup]

those sharks ..... this is hectic stuff........ bloody hell.

[@jesselee2529]

I know right? I would of had a heart attack there in the water... This man has humongous steel balls! LOL

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Guys guys guys....I had an advantage...I dont taste very good

[@jonathanvince8173]

This is so sad I hope we can help in some small way not fair. I hope your lady is ok over this happening.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

She's fine...she wasnt there....if she was though, she would have found the problem in half the ime, repaired it in a quarter of the time and also had dinner on the bloody table ha

[@Turenkoren]

My gods man you are a brave dude

[@JeffD5691]

Great job man. You seemed calm and you thought you're way through it. I would have shit myself! Plus going back into the water with sharks!!! My god!!! Colour me impressed.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Jeff...maybe not so calm when I wasn't filming...just imagine a rabbit jumping around the place and you wouldnt be far off

[@curtismulder1950]

Glad your alive.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Me too

[@tapan1937]

Simply startling but even more amazing that you coped in such an emergency. Bl**dy brill!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Ha. If coping means making mistake after mistake and then lucking onto a favorable outcome then yes I coped ok. Thanks for the comment.

[@nicardy]

You my friend are a legend, much respect!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I appreciate that!

[@wildandbarefoot]

Bloody hell blue...I got the wind up just watching that.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Yeah. Me too and I was there with that knot in the stomach on top of it all.... I hate that knot

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Only way to keep it at bay is continual work

[@mkmizell]

Hang in there Peter. If there was anything I could do I would. All I can offer you is my prayers buddy but you got those coming your way.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

You can share it a 100 times on Facebook and other sites you visit :) now that would be great help

[@mkmizell]

@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Already shared. My circle is very small. Still I will keep you and yours in my prayers. Keep your chin up my brother.

[@kaydog2008]

Use flex paste not flex tape. Plus placing a lighting rod on top of your mast connected to a copper cable to a copper rod that you can placed in the water before a storm helps redirect the bolt overboard.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Mike...I had epoxy and microballs so it was sorted the next day

[@gruffytickles8076]

Part 2 of 13. Keep it up plukky we love your journey

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

That may have been a little white lie....I think you would get bored after 4 anyway

[@kart44]

Gee my misses was upset the garden tap was leaking the other day

[@driftwood5407]

worst thing's happen at sea :)

[@simonthomas2521]

Haha

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Classic Heath...dont upset the missus....I think I have an episode on that

[@ronniehdable]

Great thinking !

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Mr B B

[@SailingLaguna]

We have sent though some money Plukky. You are essential to my KZbin Sailing Apprenticeship so we have got to keep you going. Best of luck.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Wow, thank you for the top support...I like the word essential...wow

[@paultabone2010]

😃🍺👍 You are the best Peter 🏆 you definitely deserve some yacht ⛵️ manufacturer’s to sponsor you.take care Mate ⛵️👍😃🇦🇺🍺🍺

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I think they would look at me and say “If we give him a boat he will just sink it, let’s just go with Atticus they are better”

[@sniffinclose]

@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM ...and Atticus would say, -A new boat..? After I just replaced the solenoid? Never!!!

[@gwcgwc1]

The world is better with you in it so don't go away yet.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I aint dead yet

[@daveholley2156]

I'm confused , how did the grounding cable on your mast fail ? And # 2 ? Why do you have to get to a travel lift ? Call a yard salvage boat w/ airbags and divers and drag her to a beach at low tide and put a good Band-aid on her come high tide drag back off ? Seems like a proper grounding system would have kept it to minimum damage ? Glad you are safe and glad Margarida was safe on shore

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

I am in the middle of nowhere...and the closest place has a hardstand....thanks for the comment...lightning epsiode discussion soon my friend

[@chrisskillett8218]

Man o man been watching and waiting for this video glad to see that sofar you save the boat, love video of the 🦈🇬🇧😎👍

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@timbarnett3898]

I can truly relate, with friends Harry & Linda asking me swim in Columbia River as victim being rescued with "The Life Sling" by sailboat club members. It's storming, I'm now seeing whole trees floating down swift current, not a safe place, black thunderheads roll in, I'm in water, hooked to masthead by cable, while crews lifting me on board with cable deck wenches! My whole body is being racked by all kinds of currents, surface waves, high winds, head on a swivel looking for multiple head on dangers! But mainly looking up cable I'm hooked to to top of sail mast head, an "bang", lightening strick, huge flash of light an sparks in 360°! Down comes marine brand radio/cb radio antennas all crashing on deck an crew! Now I'm hanging out in Columbia River turbulence all forgotten, after that lightening strict! Thanks, Harry!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks for the comment Tim

[@migaguiar]

Far out Peter.. far out ... my heart ❤️ is racing ... I few the pain ...

[@breny717]

Your a champion..!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Classic thanks my friend

[@jeremykamel9655]

Sent you some money! I hope it finds you in time to help with your needs for the lightning refit. Hey that’s a good catch phrase “lightning refit” LOL!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Good on you Jeremy, thanks also for your terrific support in mechanics and timely advice. Top stuff indeed.

[@bigj3086]

That was a epic save! I'll be watching. subbed!!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Big J....from little P

[@ericmoreau7168]

This happened to me, about 1.5 years ago, down in the Ragged Island, Bahamas. ALL the onboard electronic was destroyed... I mean every single device, from plotter to display, from vhf to autopilot, from ais to USB charger, ... both fridges regulators were killed... practically all led lights. But this not all : the lightning triggered the electronic controller of one of the two engines (we were on our Outremer 45 cat.). The starter went on spinning... but never stopped... the whole engine electrical wiring went on fire. In the end, the fire died, leaving an unstoppable running engine. What was left to us in this remote islands : portable vhf, mobile phones with Navionics, Iridium. Very fortunately... the boat insurance covered the damage! What about you?

[@richardowen4325]

@ Eric: When you say 'electronic controller' was that a common rail engine with Electronic Control Unit (ECU)? What make/type of engine? Amazed that it (and your second engine?) still ran after a lightning strike.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Faaaarrrrk. mine was a bit easier...well except for the leak

[@BirdDog.]

In a lightning storm is there some kind of master switch to prevent this kind of damage?

[@ericmoreau7168]

@@richardowen4325 it was a Volvo Penta D1-30. The controller is the so called MDI black box, the engine's brain. It melted. The start/stop buttons and display (that also holds some electronic components) were fried too.

[@ericmoreau7168]

@@BirdDog. well, sure, you should try to disconnect as much as possible. But in fact, when you get a direct hit on the mast, an open switch or jumper is just a joke for so high voltage. The lightning runs down the wires (antenaes, radar, mat lights, ...) then runs through the electrical network and NMEA electronic bus, jumping over opened switches...

[@chiefcliff]

You're a hero my friend.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Steve for the comment

[@raysvlovesea3396]

Legend..to you Sir. Cheers

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Ray...bit of luck

[@Kappytan]

Been watching you for a long time plucky old mate and love your vlogs always makes me chuckle not a patreon but happy to help out already had my moneys worth from you , sent some dosh through paypal hope it helps you to get going again...Cheers Steve..

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks Steve, will be using that on the hard right now

[@epsilonvonvehron5820]

Thanks for taking us through the adventure Plukky. Massive effort, I can see how buggered you are. Get some sleep!

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Still havent slept properly since the accident.....work work work...thanks for commenting

[@Themothershipsailing]

hey - from one Aussie sailor to another, mate.. well done for saving it. I’ve also sent you a donation - at the least buy yourself a beer at some point.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Top stuff Saskia. Where you from?

[@Themothershipsailing]

hey Plukky - originally from Gladstone, Queensland, I live in the Netherlands now (sailing here is quite a change!) . Still miss Gladdo!

[@harmonioussolutions2848]

Plukky is my spirit animal

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Thanks HS for the comment, have a great day

[@dww0013]

Good on ya Plukky. Murray would be proud.

[@SAILINGintoFREEDOM]

Long live MUrray