SSL560 ~. the REALITIES of SAILING...

[@walterwinn2842]

How nice to have Paul and Sheryl the oldest sailing channel coming out to meet the second oldest sailing channel 😀. Gotta love Paul and Sheryl.

[@sailingcitrinesunset4065]

You should have your anchor tied to a bow cleat under way or stowed below and all the chain in the locker and hawse pipe capped.

[@randybourdon2791]

I noticed Tikki was on watch while Captain Rick was having a siesta!

[@Scalihoo]

Definitely a cool Grey Tikki is , a sweetheart

[@pumacat1637]

It was nice to see the crew from distant shores greet you guys upon arrival, they are truly one of the first sailing channels

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yep, I used to study them when I was still land-locked! :)

[@rajuncajun121]

Incredibly nice people as well.

[@roncanizares9966]

Lesson learned on the anchor and windless? Breaker off and anchor lashed to the roller or fore deck so it can't deploy.

[@davidlowe2158]

Ron, you have a very good point, that Rick also has acknowledged.

[@charlesharper2357]

Obviously Rick has been anchored up for too long and lost his sea legs. I used to be a commercial fisherman, and after being tied up for the winter always looked at the first few days off shore at the start of each season with a mixture of anticipation and the dread of what might go wrong. It's amazing what you forget, and how little things you overlooked will bite you on the butt until you've gotten your sea legs back.

[@roncanizares9966]

The Sailing Doodles guy lost his boat when the anchor can off the bow and fouled the prop a full speed. The damage was so great that the boat was essentially a write-off. So always secure the anchor with more than just the windless gypsy. As the old saying goes: "If you have both a belt and suspenders, your pants will surely stay up".

[@realulli]

@@roncanizares9966 I recently watched a video from Tristan, the captain of Super Yacht AWOL. They had been in a Mediterranean Mooring and after they picked up their anchor, they secured it: * with the windlass * with the windlass drum brake (engaged manually) * with a "devil's claw", basically a hook that hooks around the chain and gets attached to something to hold it. Talk about belt and suspenders. ;-) Tristan's channel is "Superyacht Captain"

[@jamesearly2587]

Watching this episode a second time.... this time with a little Drambuie to celebrate your safe passage!

[@RB9522]

I can't believe that the anemometer on the deck still survives! I want to see how you weld the steering quadrant mount in that confined space... Great video. Thanks!

[@Philc231]

Never saw Maddie look more beautiful than in the first shot on this vlog. Captain you are a good and lucky man. Your care of the boat is outstanding . This is a good lesson in the “ things to check before we leave “ list. Maybe add some sort of large clamps in the tool box. Or a small stick welder or both.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

definitely going to look into a portable arc welder for the emergency offshore toolkit!

[@harlankraft578]

Captain Rick Moore Miller suitcase welder?

[@nvrmor023]

Looks like mantus needs to send one of their new anchor retainer straps. Always always always tie off the anchor to boat when underway, and always always always turn off the windlass breaker.

[@BRADH-xw8sw]

Well damn, Capt Rick - yes that was going the "long" way around - 18months! Peace out and great video. TC Brad

[@sciglassblower]

Madeline looks great like she is in her element!

[@donnarocchio936]

So happy to finally see you in Panama. Quarantine won't be long.

[@byronallen3983]

Maddie. The most valued crewperson

[@californiakayaker]

I'd be writing "note to self, place covers over switches ) so, when using as an equipment storage locker, the switches won't be triggered out at sea or anywhere else for that matter. Not sure a bunch of people realize this is one of the most clogged shipping areas in the world, with tons of tankers in a row ready to get into the canal, and others anchored so that they can get ready. One channel I was watching when I first started watching KZbin Cruising Channels ha spent years rebuilding her aluminum boat called Karl at Shelter bay. Very accommodating place.

[@bradmottishaw467]

Man opening to a scene where Sophisticated Lady is not sitting flat on the water just made my morning! Exciting times my friends!

[@markevans7693]

Grand applause to you and your crew Capt.'n Rick. So happy to see you on the move again. Now fix your steering quadrant. Thank goodness you caught it in time with little or no damage ( I hope the latter). Oh yeah, can't wait to see your new dingy. CHEERS to you and your crew..

[@dreoneful]

I'm going to miss colombia I feel like I've gotten to know the people on ricks video is a bitter sweet moment for me if I ever get to visit colombian San Andreas would be my destination shout outs to dany and the great people of San Andreas

[@Coralita675]

Outstanding and epic those first minutes of nothing but wind and sailing ( no music was great editing choice) just like watching a sunset whilst listening to the waves breaking on a beach.

[@11begood31]

Ah sailing! You could have left the windless mishap on the cutting room floor, but hey shit happens, though hull fitting recently another channel, glad you didn't cut it, makes you more of a stand up Capt for me, some would have, nice seeing the water pass by

[@ZeRowe]

I’m so happy I got this notification today!.. Sunday is boring around my house, So glad you’re sailing again! 🍻 In 1989-90 I was with the U.S. Army when we liberated Panama for a dictator, It’s so gratifying to see the country flourish! ✌🏻😎

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Glad to hear, happy sunday!

[@janwalls6397]

Wow.. what a sight.. I would never had the opportunity to see that view of ships.. so impressed with the view.. be safe…

[@hanssolo4ever]

Always something on a boat going wrong. Maybe carry some flat bar in aluminum easy to drill and some L brackets , that way you could secure that upper bar on that beam on the steering at sea

[@Mythos131]

Wow your journey begins. I hope your trip goes as well as your stay at San Andres.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

we hope so too! :)

[@davehogg9932]

I'm so happy you had a great safe sail Captain Rick and crew. Sending you all love and fair winds from Chatham Ontario.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks Dave, always good to hear from home!

[@Joe-hf5td]

Napping on deck with blue skies and a cool breeze. Paradise. Thanks for sharing.

[@bill8by5]

Appropriate final song on this Vid, with capturing Maddie.....you guys are GREAT!!!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed!

[@5ringsaudits]

That Russian boat is a beast. I noticed the extra plating on the front for ice. What a vessel...

[@nooneanybodyknows1321]

Always nice to have mates welcome you. Great to see you, Paul and Cheryl.👏

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Absolutely!

[@camron9977]

Have to admit i was choked up with ya when you set off. As my wife always said RIGHT ON ... THIS IS EXCITING. Stay safe

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks 👍

[@billkrause4585]

You did good on your sail to Panama. Maybe drill and bolt angle pieces on both sides where the I-beam weld broke for your steering .. that will double the strength.

[@atb1325]

Good idea, even if you can't drill maybe weld angle to both sides of that I beam when they get it fixed. It will be much stronger.

[@tomwilliams8675]

What a great welcoming committee with Paul and Sheryl. One of my favorite sailing channels. They put sailing videos on TV long before KZbin was even thought of. 😊👍👍👍👍👍 Glad you made it without too much drama. Hopefully the steering can be made stronger than before. Good that it happened then and not on the other side of the canal. I'll miss San Andres though. I hope to visit there someday.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yep, I was studying sailing with Paul & Cheryl's VHS tapes long before the internet existed! Lol

[@spymaine89]

sailing on the ocean seems a wonderful thing. it is the stuff of dreams and better left to dreams . while we carry a long ago sea in our veins that was ''long ago''. . i am a land creature now. and sailing through the universe in the company of a pine tree suits me well. . .

[@richb313]

Another checklist what breakers need to be off or on for various conditions. What the conditions are is best left to you. The anchor winch was preventable maybe the rudder can be improved so it can't happen again. Footage was beautiful.

[@raybrdjr]

Wow, what unfortunate mechanical mishaps that could have turned ugly. However, my favorite quote is..... SMOOTH SEAS NEVER MAKES A SKILLED SAILOR. Such is very true!

[@scottydubs]

Damn. New crew learning the lines the hard way for sure. Isn't it crazy how much stuff get screwed up on a boat when it sits for too long?

[@r.scottmacleod4564]

She grew toenails and the extra drag got the rudder!

[@stephenward3468]

Looks like the Panama Armada out there.Glad the anchor and steering problems were found.

[@beelwillis4025]

You'll want to contact your electronics MFG to let them know you'll be using DC Arc Welding on your boat on that steering repair and ask them what precautions you'll need to take to ensure your GIZMOS do not suffer if you have a Stray Neutral Ground or near your insulated wiring. Amp Bleeds can kill or Fuzz digital electronics. My 300 ampere DC Welder can upset a Human's Pacemaker at 40ft in most conditions. Just a thought.

[@phillyell2836]

Rick, you are a very experienced sailor, teaching your crew what they need to do and you !know, as the Captain you are ultimately responsible for everything that happens, check, check, check

[@MausMasher54]

Nice landing at the dock, with your steering problem, I was thinking a "Capt Ron" maneuver was about to happen..

[@r.scottmacleod4564]

Every time I see a docking all I can think of is Capt. Ron! rofl

[@johnmcgill4382]

That was a great blog on leaving the island and all the friends you made while you were there, it put a tear in my eye you leaving them after such a long stay. The passage to Panama was quite eventful with the anchor and chain going over board and the weld on the rudder post support? breaking. What do they say! "always expect the unexpected. Anyway you and your crew arrived save and sound thanks' to your seamanship "I Salute you" very enjoyable

[@jamescostello6529]

Basic seamanship 101. Know your knots and be able to tie them in the dark. USCG boot camp 1974. We had to know 109 knots by sight and be proficient in tying 60 in a 5 minute span. Get those kids a copy of the Blue Jackets manual from the Navy or the Coast guard. Welcome to Panama!

[@perrydiddle3698]

That’s gotta be one of the hardest “visiting” or “vacation” goodbyes I’ve ever seen - including my own. But, I sure hope I’m with you all to see the true excitement you’ll have as you pull into the channel next time you arrive on the island. Because I know one day, you’ll return. Salute! ✌️🤙🍺😎

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Stranger things have happened! :)

[@Gardureth]

Good luck, fair winds, and may sh!t not break on you! Ill miss you Mario!!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

You haven't seen the video yet! Lol

[@Gardureth]

@@SailingSophisticatedLady yes exactly first thing i did, write a comment. No worries litterally everytime i sail, i have a crisis. Awesome you kept your cool when retreving the anchor.

[@robertorodriguez5779]

I think this is your best video ever

[@perrydiddle3698]

It sure is, however goo to see you and the Sophisticated Lady out in the deep blue cruising along.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Can't argue with you there! :)

[@janwalls6397]

I’ve been worried about your bird .. tiki-Kiki ? Glad to seen her/him today.. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ be safe…

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

she's good, and Tiki loves sailing! :)

[@thexman5856]

So Blue water ⛵️⛵️dosent get much better than this 🥰😋😋 a true joy to see

[@dennisreeves632]

So good to see you back on ocean and cruising. The winds come and go but friends are forever.

[@MichaelLivingston-me]

What an adventure. There's always something to do and learn. These videos and the reality of your lives at sea, documented on KZbin are what sets you and your channel apart. Safe journey. BTW - what happened to that parrot 🐦 you rescued?

[@harlankraft578]

He had mentioned that after it regained its strength it flew back to the main island at San Andreas

[@leeh.4453]

Good boat handling skills on display. Especially with a floppy rudder quadrant....

[@dd0526]

safe trip....still get goosebumps every time I see that Canadian flag!!!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Hi Dan!

[@r.scottmacleod4564]

Me too....and a big smile.

[@jaideedave]

@@r.scottmacleod4564 FYI...watch Rebel News out of Canada and it,s not the rosy cheeked innocent it used to be..Trudeau is turning Kanuckistan into a commie dictatorship but don't take my word for it..It was nice to see you ....

[@JohnMiller-ub8dy]

@@jaideedave Canada is lost and after Trudeau gets re elected soon he will totally destroy us . You would be smart to stay away from this dictatorship .

[@jerryheffington]

Nice recovery from some close calls. You reinforce why I should not go solo.. too much anyway.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

gotta pay attention and always be ready no matter what!

[@Shoptalk321]

Good to see you arrived safe, looking forward for the next chapter in Panama.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Us too!

[@r.scottmacleod4564]

The Lady is back where she belongs and it's a good thing because she was starting to grow toenails! Looks like even Tiki has figured out you're not turning back this time, she has her sailors eyes on the horizon. It appears three hour test sails won't reveal what five hours in open sea will, aparantly it requires big rolling waves to find loose rudder or anchor parts.

[@erichyney6287]

So, I'm not going to mention any names on who is at fault for the broom handle incident.... it still boils down to the Captain of the vessel.. Do your job Captain. Give these people a safe passage. Do it. Don't blame it ...

[@zzzxxzzz3248]

Ouch ! I'll put in my 2¢ and say everyone that doesn't know how to tie the most used knots should be practicing when just hanging out doing nothing until they pass once a week test !

[@It-b-Blair]

That’s one perspective… personally, I feel having people take accountability provides learning experiences. Not guilt trips or reaming out, but a situation for the sailor to improve. If the captain just fills in all the spots crew fall short, they’ll never know what they did poorly and will never know they need to hone their skills. Rick seems like a very seasoned, fair captain (only because I don’t know him personally).

[@d.m.walker7548]

I just took a Dramamine. LOL Safe travels to you all.

[@drx1xym154]

ginger - in almost any form - is great!

[@anitahardesty2163]

So relaxing watching you sail. I cant stop yawning lol. Such a sense of peace and calm! Another great video! Thank you! I'm so happy you all made it to Panama safely!! 🇵🇦 best sailing Channel ⛵❤

[@eleanor4482]

That was definitely not smooth sailing. Happy you made it safely. Thanks for sharing.😎

[@jamesbillington5058]

I was in the Merchant Marines in the 1980s when we went through the canal. I do remember ships all over the place. Great docking by the way. Sometimes docking a sailboat can be more nerve-racking than crossing an ocean. :)

[@franksmith3602]

With your wood clamps, C clamps, cut a chunk of hard wood clamp it so the welds that broke won't flop around.. wedging any thing to keep it from banging or swaying would help. Bet you wish in all your tools u had a small welder..

[@speedtrapp219d2]

Glad you all made it safe capt and crew and thanks for sharing !!!

[@billhanna8838]

Good to see guys who know how to use dock lines , Well first leg after a long break , could have done with out the broom incident but the steering gear hmm lucky it wasn't in the midle of the Pacific . fear winds

[@clintonmiller4917]

Dam I love this channel! I used to watch you back in the beginning but life happens and been busy but I’m back! Thanks Capt. Rick I’ve always enjoyed your work. Stay safe and I will be caught up in a few days. Kinda been jumping around your vids. But that’s to confusing. Super happy for ya that u have a beautiful young women with u to share your life with. Hey Rick, hit that VAP. pen for me. Lol

[@hanssolo4ever]

always good videos, great mix of sailing, repairing and social content. This video was very calming and hearing the waves against the hull. Best channel out there I think.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks Hans!

[@audreyseddon9749]

Wow, looks like it took a real sail to have something else go wrong. I'm really glad you got it dealt with quickly. Otherwise it was a terrific sail and you arrived at your destination safely. Onward!

[@wizardgmb]

When you first tied up in Panama, there was a tug boat next to you. It was dark blue with yellow trim, the same color scheme as the tug boats used to maintain the Erie Canal in New York State. I wonder if a retired Erie Canal tugboat found its way to Panama... Keep up the great videos and above all STAY SAFE! ⛵❤️😷

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Not sure, but anything is possible! :)

[@LAP1050]

Capt. Rick and First Mate Maddie, Perhaps a, before sailing, checklist would be helpful, rather than depending on memory. Capt. you already have so many responsibilities to be concerned with, just a thought 💭. Looking forward to this next chapter of SSL…

[@charlesharper2357]

I used to be a commercial fisherman, and we used to tie up for 5 months every winter. I learned to draw up a thorough checklist I'd use every Spring during season prep...it's amazing what important things you can overlook going by memory.

[@davidlowe2158]

Captain Rick Moore, you are gracious. You "Grab the bull by the horns" and control the situation.

[@Keepingittocool]

Thanks for sharing your life and adventures with us

[@Zinctwentyone]

What a nice sail, really enjoyed the sound and view. The I saw the problem underneath, wow.

[@kriskris9330]

It’s so weird to see you sailing to an actual destination outside of Colombia.

[@GS-kx1ys]

Scary stuff on the way over Rick. Glad ya landed and sad you are sitting on the boat til cleared... Time...only time...good vid

[@hossjulia]

Love that closing song after a great sail.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Me too! :)

[@RobertIvers]

Great to hear that sound again.

[@zzzxxzzz3248]

Thanks for sharing!

[@benwilliams174]

Congratulations you made it look foward to your trip thru the cannal

[@cyigearup2]

Happy for your safe trip without steering problems from the broken beam. Cheers

[@bryantblake1877]

It’s always the Gremlin in the closet that can get you, especially when Mr. Murphy is around and we’l Well done Captain! (and crew) 😊

[@Muratshayev]

Excellent. Congratulations on reaching the blue water

[@gfimadcat]

After seeing your quadrant bounce, I'm getting more and more happy with my own rudder mount. Heavy tube glassed in to the bottom of the boat (with crossbraces and reinforcements), goes up to an absolute unit of a wood block, passes through that partially, with another big metal tube with a massive flange screwed down on top of that, then bolted into the wood, with the rudder being held by a collar riding on top of the tube/flange, and the quadrant bolting on with a key on top of that. But, y'all did well handsteering - must've been a pain but I guess you get to suffer a little first, and then comes all the pleasure :D

[@charlesharper2357]

If there is one thing you should overbuild on a boat it's your rudder mount :-)

[@tttrevin]

New adventure captain!!! Cant wait my friend.

[@gsum1102]

Welcome to...back to...Panama SSL!!

[@timyonker645]

Good video! Felt like I was along for the sail.

[@richardgooding498]

I've been wondering why I haven't seen any boats have a forward wide angle video camera linked to the TV inside so you can be underway while being in the cabin and still seeing ahead. Great job everyone

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

I've had that for over 2 years! :)

[@clive7788]

Wow ...do you miss the island yet ..great to see you at see ,nice video ...you work so hard

[@tom080955]

Sailing…lots of hurry up and wait …. This is the sailing tiki loves. The new electronics look like they work as advertised eh. Rick, can you have a spare camera just overlooking the boat as she travels Cheers from White Rock, BC Canada….🇨🇦

[@rob5963]

Great video as usual team, look forward to more, Rob Western Australia

[@angelaconley162]

maddie love your outfit that u had on at the end .

[@ednesbit2988]

Yeeeeeeew made it out of Columbia let the adventure. Begin there's always something to work on in a boat or car of motorcycle or anything it's just part of it looked like a great first sail it will get better let's go ssl back on the open ocean!!!!!¡

[@davecrawford5390]

Glad you safe and rudder held up. Say hi to parley revival they there to doing repairs also

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yes, just talked to Jamie and Colin the other day!

[@donnakawana]

WOW,so much in such a short time.. but Captain as always your on top of it!! Stuff happens ya just deal as it comes! Glad your all safe an sound!! Now comes the next leg of the projects.. top of the list the newest.. what da fk... Issue...But I have faith in everyone ✌🏻💗😊❣️

[@tartansailor]

Two famous Canadian sailors in Panama, How cool is that?, Cheers from Montreal, Richard

[@VonBluesman]

Who would have ever thought friendships like the one’s ya’ll have had, could have developed out of the people first telling you, if you go to that island one more time, we will take your dingy. LOL. Most of all those friends seemed like family, even closer in some cases.

[@brianrousseau661]

So happy for you guys, all the hard things are worth it in the end. Wonderful sailing 🥰

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks Brian!

[@bobsamchuck]

Congrats for your first Passage in over a year

[@CaptainJohnmaddux]

Hey Rick great video glad to see Paul and Sheryl are in the same Marina as you guys; maybe the two of you can collaborate on a video you both make incredibly good videos and I help me to refill my cup on Sunday afternoons. However distant shores has not made a video quite some time I’m assuming they’re stockpiling contact put out over the winter. Maybe you guys could do a series of five videos together would be great to see. John the limo driver that used to be an editor from Kansas City

[@englishrose1122]

Wonderful video as always, thank you x

[@ABeriault]

Well done SSL Cheers

[@salvadorreis3775]

Sempre em forma caminho certo com alguns problemas más todo resolvido é bom saber de vocês bos ventos 😍😍😘

[@qbeard1]

It happens. You adjust and fire again. Good job.