UNEXPECTED encounter with WHALES! [EP 127]

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[@Themanoutdoors]

You guys put such a smile on my face. For 20mins you take me away from the daily grind in the UK, to amazing blue water with dolphins, whales and giggles. Thank you so so much!

[@johnbosworth777]

agreed......you take us to a better place

[@douglasmartin2472]

you two make my week listening to that light hearted aussie banter. Tell Khiara that mermaids don't hold their nose when launching off the paddle boards! Great video as usual. Enjoy!

[@janecme]

I love the watching sails mindset. Yup. We need to watch sails too

[@Sailor-Dave]

Y'all are a lot of fun. Khiara, you're such a lovely girl. Adam, you are SO lucky!

[@12cwood]

you mean he's the luckiest bastard in the whole world, Khiara is flawless. every man wants her, every woman wants to be her.

[@gilcore5245]

Khiara is so far out of his league? LOL

[@SailingMillennialFalcon]

What a lovely thing to say Gil, thanks for that 👌🏼 you’re a gentleman and a scholar.

[@martreeve]

You need to sail with my mate Adrian. He's like a sail whisperer. Fascinates me watching him walk around the deck looking up at the sails then comes back, I can get you half a knot if you like, as if anyone would turn down half a knot. Alters a couple of sheets or halyards and bang, half a knot. Walks around again, get you another couple of tenths and there it is. PS we always find it easier to hold the tow rope when we get pulled behind the tender 😁😁

[@timgwaltney4793]

Great video today!! Love sailing and snorkeling...

[@209turtleboy]

Adam, you've already got a beautiful mermaid 🧜‍♀️, fire up that engine 🔥

[@billparker4211]

Hullo Khiara and Adam, your Nana Joan & I just finished watching this ep. as always, loved it. We both commented on the difference from about 2 years back. Then, when you had to leave somewhere and go places, you motored. Now you up anchor and up sails, amazing what a little practice can do. pleased that you are still enjoying yourselves, keep smiling, be happy and keep living your dream. love Nana & Granddad

[@silverark2693]

Whales! They're the greatest things to see. I once had one swim directly under my keel. Woohoo. I also note that the encounter was due to your spontaneous decision to keep sailing for the joy of it. Spontaneity pays! Khiara is obviously the mermaid, and of course, Adam is Aquaman. I understand your desire to sail and keep that motor off Adam. You want to get everyone watching you? Sail into the anchorage all sails flying, turn into the wind, drop the anchor realize there's a current drop the sails the anchor grabs take a bow, and think about if you ever should do that again. Yeah, sure you should. Thanks for the excellent show!

[@johnmayer3433]

My oh my what a beautiful woman !

[@richsander1118]

Adventure couple yeah!!! I don't think I can take another couple having a baby. I need Adventure!

[@davidknowles7655]

You two just keep on getting better. Great chemistry, gentle ribbing and teasing. So enjoyable to watch. Thank you.

[@caromarco6315]

Really enjoyed watching!

[@shaneriehl223]

Loved the shot of Adam laying on the deck to observe sail trim. Not enough people realize that you CAN leave the cockpit to check on trim, and in fact, it’s a great idea to get that different perspective from the side deck, or the bow, or the lower rail sitting inside the slot. Great job and thanks for showing it.

[@shaneriehl223]

BTW, tightening down on the Cunningham will pull the draft forward and make it a sharper turn at the mast, but that’s a good setting to reduce the backing and in flatter seas you don’t need the power of a broader/mid-sail draft. You can also tighten the backstay to take some of the camber out of the head to flatten the mid/head (note that will move the draft forward by tightening the luff of the jib, so you may want to loosen the jib halyard to power up the jib again... if that’s what you’re going for).

[@dot1shots61]

I get excited seeing a bald eagle up close, I’d be ecstatic seeing a dolphin or whale. Natures majestic animals are awesome!

[@bredsj]

Wonderful episode, thanks guys!

[@mattg8156]

great to see you two relaxed and enjoying yourselves without a stressful boat project

[@richardherndon1541]

Adam I loved you playing with the sails and talking about balancing them. As a newbie I've been trying to fully understand the whole concept of "balanced" sails. I can't wait til I get my own boat and can play with trimming the sails!

[@alcooper944]

Let them out till they luff then pull them in a little, all done

[@johnbosworth777]

As a kid I was captivated by 'The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau' on TV. It goes without saying I love all your footage of marine life......what a shame you couldn't get a drone up to capture the whales.....maybe another time. Keep up the great work. John

[@goulash75]

Love it guys. Why is it that Khiara teasing Adam is such a joy to watch? 😂

[@PaulGabow]

Your video has become better and better at it) Especially Tiara on the surf) Hello from cold Russia) And thanks for the pleasure of watching!)

[@skipper9400]

great vids guys...much viewing enjoyment !

[@bbraonain]

Looks like you two had a ... Whale of a good time.

[@papajoe6254]

Khiara I could watch you all day on that paddle board, just lovely. Stainless Carbines to replace the plastic on the red straps would be advised.

[@Sailspirit99]

Good suggestion, with heat shrink on them to prevent damage.

[@MikeLoveBuns]

Always enjoy each week’s sailing ⛵️ sailboat videos! 😘⛵️😀 Mike from Missouri

[@gras4744]

Adam didn't you know that you have a mermaid on board already. Keep smiling and sail on.

[@garywhite7077]

Loved this episode - more mermaid adventures!!!

[@olavthyvold2288]

Nice to see you guys having fun and fooling around.

[@truman42746]

Great episode! The whales were amazing! Love your underwater shots as always and would like to see more!

[@larrymacaluso9051]

You two are just a joy to watch, enjoying the journey and enjoying each other. Great video, thanks for sharing, fair winds and safe travel.

[@joerosasco5306]

So good at being friends

[@peterfrebold]

..... What !! ... wait wait! ... what was that? ..... did I somehow miss the introductions to that beast that burns through webbing and looks to be older than Milli .... that looks to be gem of a machine and must be otherwise it would not be onboard ..... another great episode ... loved the whale excitement, get the better camera ..... I would also be one that would lay and watch the sails Adam ..... thx for sharing Khiara and Adam .... as always .. never stop dreaming, just dream bigger .. have fun be safe, save our oceans .....

[@jarroddove348]

Please don’t let your new outboard rely on a couple of plastic clips to stop it falling in the water when hoisting. You need something that doesn’t breakdown in the sun.

[@rfunk727]

I was thinking the exact same thing.

[@jimstevensnavel6318]

Maybe safer with webbing tied with water knots and compression against motor happening when hoisted with carabiner?

[@TheHodgelings]

Ive broken soo many of those and just plain dont trust em!

[@monsterhog1118]

Yea those clips will fail

[@Sailspirit99]

Agree, just read (but didn’t see) that you added a safety line too, well done, better safe than sorry. Fair winds, Elaine ⛵️😎

[@californiakayaker]

Seeing whales is always fantastic. One channel was sailing in Panama Pacific side and nearly ran into a Mom and her baby , I'll not forget the lady guiding the husband so he wouldn't hit , very quickly as it was close. That video is no longer on, and may have disappeared forever due to circumstances beyond control. Great stuff to be had in Alaska. Love seeing whales.

[@johnhaywood6358]

Great video! You could make a mint$$$ selling the adjustable outboard harness. Keep the adventures coming. ⛵️❤️❤️

[@dobie2times]

I believe that was one of the most enjoyable blogs ever. Thank you

[@MesaperProductions]

Khiara fall over. Go splooosh!

[@badgerdog9898]

You two are always a delight to watch, your enthusiasm is always contagious. Love you guys, stay safe out there!

[@miketardif1400]

We need way more elucidations by Khiara of what Adam is thinking. Way more.

[@Ned944]

"Never seen a man get so excited about a dolphin "! - - - - Ha Ha quote of the week, I love watching all your video`s and this episode proved very entertaining !! Stay safe both, Nic from Wales.

[@blindsquirrel4882]

I love it when you two get into the water to play and film!

[@luislopez3963]

Have a wonderful day Mates Blessings to Sailing Millennial Falcon

[@nonaparker564]

Such a fun video ..so jealous ! Khiara you are that mermaid !! x

[@G0KAD]

How can you just lie there with the main backing? Sheet in. 🤣❤🤣

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

😂😂 cruisers versus sailors. I couldn't watch that either ...

[@SailingMillennialFalcon]

Believe it or not we have no Cunningham and with a full canvas, max out haul and halyard thats the best you can do. Sheeted on any further induces unbalanced weather helm

[@G0KAD]

@@SailingMillennialFalcon There's always something to add. A cunningham is a vastly underrated control. Keep up the great work and don't listen to us armchair sailors.

[@SailingMillennialFalcon]

@@G0KAD I couldn’t agree more. I’m still reeling from the vast improvement our new traveler provided. A Cunningham will be on the list of things to include for the next mainsail when the time comes 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼. Keep those sail trim tips coming 🤓

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

@@SailingMillennialFalcon Crew laughed at me when I initiated the third gybe within two bells - halfway from Tristan to Cape Town. Today I think they were right. So, just keep it chill, as long as You see it pass by when You lost the cork, everything is fine. Sailing regatta even with Your own when there is no other boat in sight is an arduous task and sooner or later ruins morale aboard crewed yachts.

[@CAOHnutrition]

lol FUN!

[@MichaelSanio]

Appreciate the sail trim tips, can always learn more, keep it coming, one of the things I like most about KZbin

[@davehayes8812]

Does that Red outboard harness fit Adam too? Great sewing job. Love your vids so much.

[@terrysmith1307]

was waiting for the bucket of water whilst Adam lounging on the deck

[@SailingMillennialFalcon]

Damn!! Missed that opportunity!

[@ingtar1701]

Hey Adam, those yellow and blue striped fish are grunts. The may not be huge but I promise you they will be some of the best fish tacos you ever make!

[@sinclairearl]

Whales are awesome.

[@mikeh720]

Thanks guys! A lovely way to wrap up a rather long Monday.

[@AlienX69]

Had a 26' (31' LOA) ketch, so easy to balance, hands free on the tiller. Nice work on the outboard lifting strap Khiara. Should I tack, HELL YEAH !!! ..... Chasing whales .. what fun !!!

[@klfleetwood]

“Alright, let’s go crash our drone!” 😂

[@Early8Q]

Love that you are observing your rig at work! In my experience, looking for balance is the holy grail, however, getting close is with about a spoke weather helm. I wonder if this might help as you explore balance under sail? As for mermaids, you already have the holy grail.....

[@AlienX69]

Had a 26' (31' LOA) ketch, so easy to balance, hands free on the tiller. Nice work on the outboard lifting strap Khiara. Should I tack ? ..... HELL YEAH !!! ..... Chasing whales .. what fun !!!

[@Purlee100]

Freddy Mercury was looking down from heaven and crying! Seriously great video and Khiara is a good mermaid, her songs would drive sailors away from the rocks! Another really good use of my Tuesday morning in New Zealand!

[@TwoGetLost]

That was so cool! Felt the excitement seeing those whales!

[@svfuerte850]

What a fun day! Reward for all your hard work

[@andrewspicer8768]

Awesome team, long time watcher first time comments lol, please don’t rely on the dinghy motor plastic clips, they will fail, plop goes the motor to the bottom of the ocean, best of luck .

[@SailingMillennialFalcon]

That’s what failed on our old harness, but it was about 10 years old and Degraded by UV, so we’ll keep and eye on it. You may have seen we also put a safety line directly on the outboard too... just in case my sewing fails before the clips!!

[@danknox9986]

The best way to get better at sail trim is to race. Really. Enjoyed that video. Thank you and stay safe.

[@benc.8103]

Refreshing and fun. Thanks.

[@fredsmith8897]

Today's pathetic iPhone generation could learn a lot from this talented and beautiful couple. I'm so glad my two 20 somethings are like these two, willing to learn and give anything and everything a try. Please keep these videos coming Adam and Khiara, you and your channel are valuable assets.

[@christopherbonner5059]

Dinghy surfing looks so difficult.

[@dwtrksvc]

I agree with Tanguska Bear, the red headed mermaid you have on board is something many sailors have crashed trying to get a glimpse of.

[@SuperTruthSeeker4U]

Really enjoy your videos

[@mikedean8061]

At least the dive provided nice colorful fish to admire

[@iainlyall6475]

good for you adam. do as much as you can w/o that noisy thing :-)

[@SirCharles12357]

Nice job on the outboard straps!

[@tollertollertoller]

Love the motor sling! My kind of sewer except you are much better.

[@barbaralienhard3490]

I love that Adam is so superstitious!! And beans and rice, why is it that we always have that onboard?!?! Enjoy!!

[@johndonaldson5126]

The best part about the whales was your excitement.

[@donoberley3582]

Loved the episode but too short ,or it just seemed that way😄

[@markebert7336]

Nothing like a new outboard 2-3 times the size you actually need to bring out the inner hoon in cruisers!

[@mattgiardina6533]

dont take this the rong way i mean it as a complment im glade to see you both finaly looking like you enjoy you sailing not rushing not motoring every whare just good fun sailing becuse you can and the what if seams to be gone to congrats you are a sailer like the rest of use

[@j.j.breland1164]

☀️🌴👣🍷 Jacksonville Florida

[@garyfroeschner2523]

Great video

[@MrBobVick]

Figured you all might do a day sail to St Vincent to see the Volcano. Guess they will be getting a black sand beach like Guadeloupe.

[@gutsanglory1]

There's a reason they call it a SAILboat...right Adam? Nice fun episode, enjoyed it very much. Thanks. Cheerz!!

[@westmc45]

Holy smokes is that a Singer Sewing Machine? I got one just like it 1949 Singer Industrial model works good on the boat made many winch covers and other goodies for my Tayana 47

[@drakegriebel9687]

I’m wondering about it too!

[@shuvelhead233]

Get an Autel Evo Drone. Starts up faster then DJI and doesn't have any restrictions. Up to pilot to avoid restricted areas.

[@sailingcitrinesunset4065]

Have to tried pulling the traveller over to windward on light air? and easing the traveller off to leeward in heavy air? It changes the twist in the top of the sail.

[@richmorpurgo5554]

Snatch block guide for engine lift.

[@mattgoward5434]

Have you guys ever had a boat that was "done"/"finished" or is it always a work in progress? I've got a little (25 foot) coastal cruiser; when I've done all the jobs on my list I think I'll have to re do all the jobs I started with

[@Catalina27]

Adam: I’m just gonna watch Me: same

[@paulsj9245]

14:08 Mermaid! 14:22 MERMAID!!!

[@SailingMillennialFalcon]

Lol 😂

[@ericfarrar6607]

Lol. Adams meditations on the perfectly balanced sail plan were interrupted by a freaking power skid to check on the whales.

[@markslates8324]

Adam doesn't need to see a mermaid as he has you to look at everyday!

[@davefoster7770]

1st Whale sighting always stays with you as an awesome thing. 2nd 3rd 4th etc. ad infinitum are also awesome. I'd watch those plastic clips on the outboard REALLY CAREFULLY they are going to suffer UV degradation VERY rapidly and fail. I don't want to watch the "Clips failed, Outboard sank!" Video.

[@davefoster7770]

As an addition to the previous comment. Redo the strapping with no clips and stitch it with UV safe thread. Please.

[@paulskinner5567]

Great work on the out board straps, look professional as!!! Oh and by the way have you found that cure for sea sickness yet?

[@ewantheboat]

Hanging a line and sinker on the drone will really mess it up , the thing isn't designed to have a freely swinging weight underneath it and will wobble and wobble then crash because the PIDs aren't tuned for it

[@nealeburgess6756]

Your sewing machine appears to be very traditional. What type and how old is it? Seems to cope well with the webbing. Your dinghy is fed up of always being forced to follow Millie. Now he has found a smaller vessel that he can pull around. Makes him feel really grown up.

[@SailingMillennialFalcon]

Haha the dinghy follows no one 😆 it’s an old singer 15-91. I think it got stuck when i tried to sew 7 layers of webbing and that’s only because it wouldn’t fit through the foot! Great little (heavy) thing!

[@nealeburgess6756]

@@SailingMillennialFalcon I looked up that model on Google. Seems they are great machines. My mother used to have a Singer Treadle machine (no electric motor, you drive it with you feet rocking a pedal). When I was 8 (in 1963) she bought a new Bernina electric machine to save space. I still have the "new" machine, and still use it (sadly Mum passed away over 40 years ago). However, I think deep down she prefered the Singer. Looks like you are putting your classic machine to good, and may I say skillful, work. Well done.

[@hoosiercrypto9955]

Hey, buddy 😋

[@sl1pg8r]

nonchalant dolphin is my new band's name.

[@saildreamer]

Could you use the boom to hoist the outboard and lower it into the dinghy?

[@billmahlerwein8214]

👍😎

[@edwardfinn4141]

The helm doesn’t have to be dead Center for the boat and sails to be balanced..5- 8 deg of rudder is OK.

[@omegaking79]

6:28 Adam........ the song bird of our generation. Its like your voice is a combination of Fergie and Jesus. For a second I actually thought you took on the shape of a unicorn. Lol

[@karllewis735]

Wait! Was that a mermaid on the paddleboard?

[@anthonyexton7243]

Zip tie maybe for the drone [not string]

[@trongod2000]

This moment puts 132,000 peoples lives in limbo. The thought it does the same to you two is very diluted by that.