S4E23 Wave Rover 2 has crossed the Atlantic: Ocean Sailing in a 21ft Home Built Sailboat Pt7

[@roncanizares9966]

Fabulous Alan. Congratulations! Taking this voyage with you has been wonderful.

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks so much! I’m glad you’ve enjoyed the journey.

[@gcanada3005]

Congratulations indeed. It takes a lot of guts to do this. I do have to hold back the 🤢every time he cooks that fishy mess however. Lol

[@RoversAdventure]

@@gcanada3005 lol

[@tomwaite4594]

The best adventures are those in which you get to close the circle in perfect symmetry. Well Done My Friend!

[@RoversAdventure]

Great to hear from you my friend

[@tomwaite4594]

@RoversAdventure Lol...great to be able to do so...let's chat this weekend

[@Bufford2024]

Salutations from Cowichan Bay, Vancouver Island. Most Happiest of New Years. Your journey is the epitome of personal conviction... backed up by ample and obvious crafstmanship ... heroically topped up with a sizeable dollop of faith. Well done, Sir. Sir Francis Chichester and Tristan Jones, your adventure-predecesors would be proud of you. 🎉

[@RoversAdventure]

Your comment has absolutely made my day. Thank you.

[@GrenvilleMelonseedSkiff496]

Chapeau Alan … congratulations and well done! Closing the circle that your parents began with that sea voyage all those years ago is truly special. My Mom’s ancestors came from Ireland so perhaps one day I’ll visit the Emerald Isle too. Looking forward to the next chapter in your grand adventure. PS: That first pint of Guinness must have been perfect … Sláinte! ⛵️🇨🇦⚓️🇮🇪🍺🌞

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks so much for the kind words, it's an honor to be able to share this experience.

[@sailingAlpa42]

Hello! I’ve been watching your videos since you built your boat. It’s a huge achievement to build a boat and cross the Atlantic on it!. ⛵

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks, it’s been an amazing experience.

[@ImnotChuck.]

Fastnet lighthouse has quite a history. I am glad you completed your crossing, and are safe and sound. Thanks for the videos.

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks for watching!

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

What a sense of accomplishment you must feel I'm so happy for you. Also thank you so much for the opportunity to donate to you and have the name of my channel on your boat it is such an honor and one of the best donations I've ever made that I can think of. I can't get over how easy you make everything look and how ship-shape everything is and before I forget you should also be recognized for what a good job you do in making your videos. They are delightful to watch. Thanks again for the inspiration and adventure.

[@RoversAdventure]

You just made my day and thank you so much for the donation. I really appreciate all your positive comments all along the way my friend.

[@1KemosabeLarry]

Glad you were able to don that Stihl Cap on the Emerald Isle! Good job, Captain!! Enjoyable voyage!!!!!

[@NeilMartin-z7e]

Historic Moment Congratulations to you and your great design cheers

[@RoversAdventure]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@windonwater3895]

Allen - you are an INSPIRATION to many of us. Congratulations on your passages and thanks for taking so many of us along.

[@irishsinger-songwritermaca7536]

Alan a Chará, Welcome home and congratulations, I have enjoyed your adventure from the first ocean crossing on your Contessa 26 through the entire build of wave Rover 2, Hope you have a lovely time in Ireland, thank you for sharing your deep wisdom and life's philosophies, God bless

[@RoversAdventure]

Many thanks!

[@chrismazuzan2427]

Love the story about the Blue Jays victory!

[@kevinconway3979]

Welcome home Allan... again.... Love this success story.

[@RoversAdventure]

It was great meeting you and enjoying Irish hospitality my friend

[@thebluecaferadio]

Well done Alan. I’m from Dublin and have been watching the adventure. Safe travels.

[@wadewall5133]

I really enjoyed your story about the World Series. I think you capture in words and video how long passages can lead to an exploration of your mind and the past. At least that has been my experience. Fair winds and following seas.

[@RoversAdventure]

Absolutely

[@CliffordMaxfield]

CONGRATULATIONS. HOW COOL IS THAT. HOPE YOU GET A GOOD REST BEFORE TRAVELING ON.

[@petersoakell6950]

Epic masterclass on many levels. Thanks for uploading. A1.

[@RoversAdventure]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@dennis6325]

Well, done Allen! Thanks for sharing the symmetry of your life with the KZbin community. I have been sailing the waters of Washington State and the Canadian Gulf Islands in a 22 foot sailboat. 2025 will be the year I forge the adventure further North in hopes of reaching my birthplace in Alaska. Looking forward to your future inspirational videos. My wife and I plan to visit Dublin in March. I assume you will be long gone.

[@RoversAdventure]

Enjoy my old sailing grounds in the PNW.

[@shanec.7105]

A small pot of green onion is easy to grow and maintain. Harvest after harvest, it grows back. Some green onion would go a long way in adding flavor to that fish omelette. Instead, steaming the concoction is also delicious. Korean style.

[@shayb290]

Welcome to Ireland,,,Peace and Respect, to you and yours, wishing you a great stay,,,,,👍☘️☘️☘️✌️

[@eagerv]

Thank you Alan, that was a great episode. The 33 minutes went so quickly. A wonderful journey which was most enjoyable to watch.

[@RoversAdventure]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mndad2201]

I really enjoy hearing your reminiscent stories as you sail. Very interesting.

[@Paco-p6e]

Allan- Your life stories are priceless-and the sailing is not bad either! I grew up in a remote fishing village above 60 North so we ate a lot of fish and of course we had chickens but the idea of a fish omlette never crossed my mind-I think I might just try it! Good job Allan and take care!

[@RoversAdventure]

I bet that was interesting living above 60N. I switched to beef and pork in Ireland.

[@thomasmiller1596]

What an adventure and thank you again for taking us along! On a 21 foot boat built in your back yard. A story for the generations.

[@RoversAdventure]

It is an honour to share it with you

[@hecdc305]

Congratulations for crossing the Atlantic in a 21' boat and visiting the land of your birth.

[@RoversAdventure]

It was a great journey to visit my home.

[@chrisclarke3670]

Congratulations on your Atlantic crossing; what a great accomplishment.

[@claverton]

Congratulations Alan, a fantastic achievement. You've given me lots of inspiration to chase my sailing dream.

[@RoversAdventure]

Forge your own adventure as we say

[@lindamanderson62]

Wow what an amazing story and such a feat to cross this massive ocean in your beautiful wee boat!! Congratulations - you are strong snd brave and a most interesting character!! Thank you for all these wonderful videos !! Now I’m off to forge my next adventure - a trip to Mexico and my first one that’s not an all inclusive lol Krack on Alan - you’re just awesome and such an inspiration to many!! 🙌🏼

[@RoversAdventure]

Have a great time Linda. Have a great adventure but be safe.

[@peterforrest6682]

Inspirational Allan...thanks for sharing the Wave Rover story with us.

[@TheAfm58]

Thnaks for sharing , it was al plesure. Greetings from Germany. Well done

[@einarquay]

I bet that little house was the best house for a young fella!

[@ghqservicesmiddlegeorgiadr9986]

What a thrill, thank you for sharing. Sailing back to Ireland in your own home built sailboat . AMAZING 🎉😅 !!!

[@RoversAdventure]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@50Street21]

Really enjoyed your reflection, Alan, on the first property you purchased near the lake. Even what might have seemed like a relatively humble endeavour, the memories and never ending joy it brought you will always be a part of your journey in life.

[@RoversAdventure]

Did you figure out who was the visitor in the cabin?

[@ronjackson3]

Thanks for inviting us along. I am sitting in Summerside, PEI, but almost in Ireland!

[@RoversAdventure]

Summerside, PEI .What are the chances. You are having Irish weather today

[@ronjackson3]

@ drizzling rain, the size that enters your pours. But, soft ground to fall on! So, I would say Ireland is reaching out to us, as you are reaching out to Ireland.

[@ObsessiveScientist]

no other best way to begin the year than a Wave Rover storytelling! 🙏 and happy new year sailing around the world. 🎉

[@RoversAdventure]

Happy New Year to you as well!

[@williamshiels5450]

Leaving Ireland for Canada at age 24, I always intended to sail back as you have just done. I left it too long as I am now 77, and too old..Fun to live it through you.Thanks and welcome home.

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks for watching! And you are never too old

[@seachalet_281]

Congrats on a successful passage!

[@MorrisonsinBKNY]

Congratulations and thank you for taking us along for the adventure!

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks for watching!

[@AdamPearce]

Alan - thank you (and Wave Rover) for taking us along on the adventures!

[@dc8man2]

Well done. I am so happy for you. .

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks!

[@newfoundsailing]

I have to say, when you headed across the Atlantic in that little boat I thought that might be the last we hear from you. However, you did it. I'm so proud of you for doing what I'm sure many thought was a little crazy lol. Much respect. Seriously amazing and inspirational. All the best.

[@RoversAdventure]

The next adventure is bigger. Thanks for watching

[@einarquay]

Great job Alan! Well done.

[@RoversAdventure]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@MyOldSled]

Alan that was amazing….watching you turn a few sheets of plywood into a living breathing vessel and watching her carry you across the sea has been incredible. Can’t wait to see more of your voyage.

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks, more to come

[@paulenglish944]

Congratulations Allan. Thank you for sharing your adventure and sailing information. As I prepare for my own adventure I appreciate seeing yours.

[@RoversAdventure]

I am sure you will have a great time on your adventure.

[@martinwhite7909]

Well done Alan ! Great achievement and an inspiring story from the get go 🎉

[@RoversAdventure]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@MotorcycleMouse]

What a neat adventure!

[@roadboat9216]

YAAAAAAAAAY! congratulations. You did it AGAIN. Wonderful boat, wonderful crew! Wonderful passages.

[@tomatowindow782]

Good on you Alan, thanks for sharing 🎉

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks so much!

[@johndoudna7055]

Congratulations and a great new year to you and yours ahead. Thanks for having us along!

[@RoversAdventure]

Happy New Year to you as well!

[@captainkirk3697]

The storytelling starting at 11:50 was downright mystical. Really gets you in the feels. That was awesome. Thanks.

[@richarnaud7794]

Great job Wave Rover!! Congratulations!!

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks!!

[@thorstenfey6731]

Good to see you healthy! Congratulations and all the best for this year and many more to come!

[@FatCat4X4]

Well done Captain!

[@migueldelaguardia]

What a great adventure Alan!Thank you for taking us along.

[@plonk6174]

Congratulations. Marine Traffic shows Wave Rover still in Dublin Bay, so assume you are over-wintering her there. If you cross the Irish Sea and come to England in the spring I will treat you to a can of pilchards or anchovies. I have never written cook-book but am offering to ghost write the Wave Rover Guide to Ocean Cuisine. Great achievement.

[@RoversAdventure]

lol, about the Wave Rover Guide to Ocean Cuisine.

[@voodoochild1954]

Congratulations Alan! 🥂

[@novabigstar1509]

Congratulations on a job well done Allen!! It was an amazing journey from start to finish and the life lessons you showed I will take with me onwards!

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks so much!

[@patrickconnor8223]

Congratulations Alan!

[@brianferguson6278]

Congratulations and all the best wishes for the New Year and many more to come! Your Mark III looked after you and Wave Rover II as a trusted friend. Looking forward to future adventures!

[@RoversAdventure]

MK3 is definitely a trusted helmsman!

[@gbonventi]

@alan, nicely done captain!! Congrats on yet another crossing. Cheers from the south of France

[@RoversAdventure]

Many thanks!

[@fisheater844]

Congratulations Alan on your Atlantic crossing your an inspiration .

[@RoversAdventure]

I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@doughilborn9447]

Well done

[@craigrelan2346]

For a moment I thought I was remembering David lee graham aboard Dove when he was caught in the doldrums. Then I fast forwarded. Congratulations on the voyage and proving to no one's surprise that it is not only possible but enjoyable to cross oceans in a 21 foot Junk Rigged boat. Well Done!

[@RoversAdventure]

High praise indeed my friend

[@sailhavasu]

Congratulations! Amazing. I’ve been following for years and watched you build that boat. Truly impressive Alan! And truly inspiring. Well done !

[@RoversAdventure]

Thank you, it's been a long journey.

[@jimbo27378]

Making Ireland & Canada proud !

[@jimbo27378]

Alan . I understand you were in the RCN although I was not I have a son based in Halifax for 18+ years .He is a Marine Tech PO1. He served on the Oriole when he was on west coast.I think you would make an excellent candidate to Skipper Blue Nose II .

[@OleMose]

I might have said it before, but ill say it again. You have made a terrific ship, and a terrific adventure! When i watch your videos i'm admiring the craftsmanship you have put in building the boat. I admire the finish i so much want to let my hand slide over the beautiful lines of Wave Rover 2. It looks so smooth and perfect. I'm not sure about the total amount of time you spend on sailing, but it's around 30 days in total - and all alone. That's actually pretty impressive. I'm not sure i would be able to do that. I don't think many could? One thing though. As amazing you are as a craftsman, building in wood, fibreglass and so, navigating your ship, sailing and an more, you really lack one very important skill. Well you don't need it, because you don't miss it. But i would never go sailing even for a day trip, without enjoying the pleasure of making good dishes. Even when i was young, and was sailing for sports - a 24 hour race and so, one of the most important things were to be able to make good food for the crew and me. Some things as simple as a sandwich with pate, would taste much better if there were a slice of cucumber involved. That means a lot to me, but as you explain, you don't worry much about eating the same dish over and over again. Well nobody is perfect. ;) Congratulations with what you have done. It has been a privilege to follow you again. On Marine Traffic i can see Wave Rover is anchored on the East coast of Ireland. I guess that means, you have more planed in the future?

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks for a great comment and point well taken on the diet side.

[@erichschinzel6486]

Well done ...stay safe, great story my friend.

[@Guitarque]

Congratulations, Seaman!

[@wadeshore]

The Wave Rover looks great after all those miles 👍🏻

[@kw7292]

Enjoyed the trip and adventure! Trip number 2 with you.

[@davidf9494]

Congratulations on your latest accomplishment Allen and Happy New Year! A Subscriber from Western Canada

[@RaphaelCosentino]

Super super super congratulations

[@RoversAdventure]

Thank you so much

[@chucksautter6154]

Well done, great boat, greater captain.

[@randys1889]

Congratulations ❤

[@FreeSpeech1959]

Fantastic achievement. Well done!

[@jaymatthews9686]

Thanks for taking us along!

[@christianmyrill6127]

Congrats and thank you for sharing it with me. Great Job!!!

[@kevincook5837]

I’ve always enjoyed watching your channel even though I have never been on a sailboat in all my life. I think it’s just the adventurous spirit I relate to. Can’t help but noticing you have seemed to have lost quite a a bit of weight. Noticing red spots on your face too. I don’t know maybe just be sure you get enough calories. Adding olive oil to your pot would help. Keep UV rays off your face using sunscreen. Silly me giving you advice but I’m 66 and just thru-hiked the 500 mile Colorado Trail through the Rockies this past summer. I was exposed to lots of UV plus burned many calories daily. It was my nose and lips that took the most punishment since I did not protect those areas enough. Congrats on your crossing. Best wishes and Happy Sails to you from Texas.

[@RoversAdventure]

Thank you my friend and good advice all around. Great accomplishment on the hike!

[@timphillips9954]

Congratulations! What a fantastic journey for you and your boat.

[@michaeldockery7589]

Congratulations welcome home

[@terrystevens5261]

I have never sailed, i have no real interest in sailing, but i subscribed to your channel and have been following your exploits and found the whole thing fascinating. thank you for sharing your journeys with us, and very well done indeed.

[@RoversAdventure]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Spacetime_Odyssey7]

seriously you should be proud of yourself!! look back at at 12 year old you and see you now. i bet the 12 year old you would be surprised maybe and proud of the old you. i'm the opposite unfortunately; but never too late!! Happy for you!!!

[@microteche]

Outstanding collection of videos in this crossing, well done.

[@RoversAdventure]

Appreciate the kind words.

[@monroe3004]

Congrats Alan. The years of building WR were well spent. Great boat. Great seeing my name on the bulkhead. We're all with you.

[@RoversAdventure]

Sincere thanks my friend.

[@daveboyd6642]

Well done Alan I have watched all your videos, from Azores to Baltimore, I live in Kinsale and raced yachts for years, brilliant piece of sailing and your recipes great.

[@RoversAdventure]

I sailed into Kinsale (video will be out in a few weeks) with WR2. Absolutely beautiful town.

[@alanbutterworth4219]

What an achievement Alan. I'm sure if you ever hang up your sails in the future, the fabulous monologues at the end of this series of videos will bring a smile to your face. They certainly brought one to mine. WELL DONE!

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks, I appreciate that

[@vgaulin]

Wow an amazing accomplishment!

[@RoversAdventure]

Thank you!

[@hugobabin3072]

Well done 🎉

[@kaym9501]

Congrats! Well done and hope you enjoyed a good Guinness after that! 🙂 I did not understand why you left the nice warm South to go to Ireland, but now that is clear! Have fun!!!!

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks! 😃

[@gunghoadventures871]

Fantastic and congratulations on your voyage. Mark , Barbados

[@nickrowe1041]

Well done Alan! Great to watch! You have inspired me to go back to sea again. Thank you! Can't wait to see what's next! Guinness is a special thing - so is genius! Thank you!

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@guidouytterhaegen]

Great achievement! Also the build. And as ever ,not the airplay wich it deserves!

[@propulsar]

Well done Alan fantastic achievement!

[@mountainmandale1587]

Great adventure, Alan.❤

[@P61guy61]

Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@RoversAdventure]

It was a great voyage and I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@HHO....]

Brilliant 👍🏻 Thank You For Sharing 🐬👍💫

[@sylvaingagnon3211]

BZ Alan! I’m so happy for you.

[@simonhjc]

Pt2. I just cant believe it! My family came from Bantry Bay. Journeyed to Bermuda (royal navy) and my great great grandfather and his dad wrote a book called Sketches of Bermuda or Midsomer Isles. This was a book and sketches about life there. My great great grandfather went on to be the first ships surgeon to South Australia, his brother Pall Mall Pellew Cotter became master on HMS Terror and Eribus during the Sir Edmund Ross expedition to Antarctica where we have cliffs named after us. The book resides in the british museum as a book of historical significance Your journey has evoked my imagination of those men sailing without power to these far away place Utterly delighted to see your arrival mate !!

[@RoversAdventure]

Wow! Thanks for sharing that. You have an amazing history!

[@bobloblaw1720]

well done! enjoy Ireland.

[@MrArray1967]

Alan - making it "all the way home", you certainly deserve that pint🍺 Cheers 🍻