My new Cape Dory 28

[@zigravos]

genuinely more excited about you in this boat than whatever Disney has to offer

[@samholmessailing]

Me too but I gotta pay for that wind vane somehow.

[@richkallerud2781]

Did you find a windvane yet?

[@samholmessailing]

@@richkallerud2781 I found a used windpilot. Will be installing it soon!

[@richkallerud2781]

That’s great, as you mount this you’ll see how thick this solid fiberglass hull is. Will you use backing plates our large washers as you mount it; my Monitor seems pretty heavy? You’ll be spending some time in the lazarette, seems like you’ll have to climb into access back of the bolts. This should be a good video, I’m looking forward to it.

[@peterk7377]

Wow, you get a decent amount of boat for not too much money... probably good to buy a neat basic boat and add the additional things yourself. Great Boat

[@ZachD555]

This channel is going to blow up once you start posting regularly again. Looking forward to following your travels Sam!

[@jonathanwilson4486]

You were right.

[@johnhanselman6371]

@@jonathanwilson4486 I concur

[@dfiegel421]

👍👍. The next KZbin sailing star. Keep them coming 🤩

[@ericgodfrey7652]

Just watched solo La to Hawaii! Just amazing! I’m hooked!

[@joshlonon2614]

Eric Godfrey same dude

[@janisripple754]

Second time I watched Hawaii solo . Impressive you are a calm layer back guy -first time I saw anyone eat

[@janisripple754]

Flying Fish 😍

[@michaelargenta3856]

You should read his book. Good reads.

[@2hotscottpro]

Seen it last night and this popped up.lol My uncle has a 36 Dory,wow just wow.

[@gpk7683]

Really happy for both of us. For you cause you got your new bigger sail boat and for me cause I get to watch many more Captain Sam videos. Win...Win

[@m1942g]

That is a great “go anywhere” boat. It’ll bring you home safe every time. I crewed with my friend on his 28’ Dory for ten years in some hairy conditions which scared the bejebus out of me, but the boat never faulted. The tradeoff for the stability and sea-worthiness is in the performance, particularly in light conditions. I could run circles around him in my Bristol 25, itself a heavy boat for its size. Good sailing in her, sir! And thank you for your entertaining videos. Don’t ever lose your optimistic outlook!

[@seanj-ski1352]

About 15 years ago my wife and I had a Cal 25’. Watching your videos in a small way let’s us relive our adventures on the Cal. And Sailboat adventures are pretty primal and unforgettable. It’s an indescribable feeling as you know. Thanks for posting.

[@hwh888]

Love those full keel Cape Dory’s. Sailed the Caribbean in my 22’ Dory. A super strong boat for open water sailing.

[@tinycmo]

Wow, as I was watching that ranger 23 and you otw to Hawaii, I thought..he needs a Dory. And bam.

[@Jake2670]

yeah, I was thinking then google the 23, guess it was designed for that, well maybe not that much ocean but it made it :-)

[@ToadLiver]

You are living my dream.! Here I am at the ripe young age of 52 jammin' to some Jimmy Buffet and not quite understanding why I am not in your hush puppies! However, tomorrow is the Labor Day Weekend Show... Lol. seriously though, I retired early and entertain sailing abroad every day of the week that happens to end in "y." Diggin' Your videos! I certainly appreciate your fundamental educational videos. There's a "boatload" of us 50 somethings that retired a little early because we wish to live the "good life" before we hit our 60's. Enough said.

[@ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc]

Love that boat, great pick!

[@davidc6510]

Congrats on the new boat! May she treat you well and keep you safe on the water.

[@ricknorth77]

Oh, watched already this gentleman sailing from California to Hawaii.

[@tomharrell1954]

I am very happy you got this boat! It’s much much better boat. A much better match for you! Congratulations!

[@tonysmario817]

nice choice sam. the anchor is perfect. you need a SECOND anchor, not a 'bigger' one...make sure to have at least 100 feet of 5/16 chain, and you will anchor safely in 20-25 feet of water by just clearing your chain below the waterline...in deeper water, your nylon 'rode' should not go to the bottom and chafe. i wouldn't move the swim step, especially if you are going to the caribbean...you will love it. a 'soft ladder' on the side is ok, but difficult for many people to board, and very difficult with dive gear or in seas. the swim step is one of the coolest things about that boat...along with the 'tiller pilot' set up...you just need sufficient power to run it. the bimini is KEY to tropical enjoyment, and YES you will want a dodger after beating in the carib for a season. what a move up from the ranger 23 huh? hahahhahaha. go get em sam...you got a good boat.

[@breckenridgeexpert]

I think this is the perfect boat for you! The full keel should track really well on long passages. Enjoy & fair winds!

[@mmccartney6579]

Full keel definitely the way to go! Ahoy! Cheers! :)

[@richkallerud2781]

I bought a Cape Dory 28 six months ago, but I need to wait until the end of winter to work on it. Looking forward to following your videos.

[@rattholegaming]

I had a Cape Dory 22 years ago.. Alberg boats are built like tanks! Enjoy the new boat

[@IluKoru]

I was thinking this looked pretty similar to the Swedish Fish, and then you went under. Holy cow! Looks great man, congrats!

[@samholmessailing]

Totally. A few extra feet adds adds a ton more interior volume.

[@VideoServicesVB]

That boat is a solid piece of work. I used to sell them. Very nice purchase.

[@nearlynormal]

Always liked the look of those 28's. Nice size for the way you like to sail. I spent 9 years sailing my 34ft sloop from New Zealand to California. The anchor was no larger than your boat has now and only 10 meters of chain. I spent a lot of time swinging on the hook. Never had a problem. I did have a larger CQR below that never got used. If you're anchoring around coral, just shorten up enough to get the rope portion up above the coral. The anchor will hook up to the coral and hold the boat even with a short ratio. If you're in big winds and need a higher ratio rhode/depth, the wind will push the boat back enough to keep the chain up off the bottom. Less chain weight up in the bow with help with pitching motion. Especially in heavier seas. A dodger is always a good thing when you're off shore. Allows companionway hatch to be open in rain or spray.

[@wagminagmishagmiragmihagmi4341]

9 years from new Zealand to cali?? Didnt you had any wind? 9 years is a long time for this route

[@phillipleblanc7823]

That's a beautiful boat, man. I could totally live on that. Good for you!

[@tmac709]

Looks like you got a good deal on your new sailboat. I've been watching all of your sailboat videos and this is where I'm at the moment.

[@joeblow1942]

That Cape Dory is a true blue water cruiser. Congratulations!

[@johnmhuberty71]

Nice boat. I like how you're always smiling. But then again, you're always on a sailboat in these, so I get why. Fair winds.

[@Fractus]

As someone who only just got recommended your channel (random KZbin algorithm shenanigans) it's really interesting going back and seeing things from when you first got Pickled Herring.

[@bravofighter]

Cape Dory made awesome boats, they’re solid fiberglass, no filler core.

[@banditosdetiempo]

I’ve heard good things about the cape dory. The 28 is one of the models I’m looking into. Nice to see you doing your thing. Cheers.

[@RBHoge1]

Sam, God Speed. I have had a similar dream since I was a junior in High school. You please go safely. I will look forward to your episodes.

[@sailingdreams7699]

It's good to see that you're fine James doing great to he got a book done and he's doing great but it's good to see that you're fine and you found a new boat it looks great lot of Headroom anyway good luck and hope to see you again soon.

[@AB-kg6rk]

My #1 sailing channel..

[@thomasweatherford5125]

So cool to have you back in a sailboat! The dingy building was very fun too!!! Thanks Sam!

[@eduardocapicu3545]

Good boat. Strong, responsive and solid.

[@HarryJVaughn3]

Happy for you Sam! She’s beautiful. I sail a 27’ Cascade up here in the Puget Sound and find that I love this size boat. Looking forward to the future adventures! Cheers from the Pacific Northwest! 🍻

[@THEGG_99]

Hey Sam congrats on your new achievement!! Cape Dory's are great boats!! Little bit of love and they will take you anywhere!!

[@jmac8092]

absolutely fantastic boat. owned one for four years. sailed out of gig harbor. did inside passage 3 times. best spot to anchor Foggy Bay outside of Ketchikan Alaska.

[@neovo903]

The origin of Pickled Herring!

[@joshhansen5953]

Congrats on the new ride Sam, I've enjoyed watching your videos with my young children, informative and inspiring!

[@sailingeastcoast]

Congratulations on your new purchase, Alberg desings are beautiful. Fair wind Sam and thanks for sharing your adventures whit us.

[@plusbonus1165]

Really nice old boat . The complexity makes me appreciate my shed so much more . Keep up the good work !

[@tommycheshire5508]

A very good boat, but the sail of the Ranger across the Pacific was epic. You are still the man!

[@arrowshot3000]

Heck yeah! Congrats on the new boat. Can't wait to see more sailing vlogs!

[@brucedemoranville4577]

I’ve always admired the Cape Dory design and seaworthy build. She will treat you well. Cheers to your new vessel.

[@edmcg1918]

Congratulations Sam! you have bought a wonderful boat and I wish you many great sails and miles under the keel. I have owned CD28 #289 for 32 yrs. here on the Chesapeake. So many great memories! Yours has much of what I added over the years. The Freshwater cooled Yanmar is a big advantage over the original volvo md7a's. Have fun hanging inverted in the locker repacking the stuffing box...tie off the hatch, it can close and lock on you in an empty boatyard......looking forward toyour videos.

[@tkiz3486]

Love these Cape Dory's, Full keel blue water cruiser. Put that boat together and lets get this show rolling . Can't wait.

[@TheMrKrause]

Congratulations. The Cape Dory 28 is a fine sailboat. If it is going to be your last boat, pull off EVERY fitting that penetrates the deck. The drill out (inspect), fill with glass and the red roll and re-bed. The inevitable leak will not damage the core.

[@markcline2287]

Congratulations. I have two Cape Dory boats. Take good care of her, and she will take good care of you.

[@aarongranger]

Many, many years ago (early 90s), my first sailing experience was on a Cape Dory 28 in Long Island Sound. My old PhD thesis adviser had one for 20+ years and he took me and a friend out for a nice afternoon cruise. I remember asking him why he chose this boat and he responded that it was big enough for most water/weather, but not too big to single-hand... simple, sturdy and not so fancy that he'd have to spend all of his time keeping up with teak and varnish and not sailing. Seemed like a perfect little fun boat for day or weekend sailing and just being out on the water. I'm subscribing, just to enjoy that memory and catch future videos of the boat on the water. Thanks for sharing your adventure. :D

[@samholmessailing]

Thanks for the subscription. Hope you enjoy the upcoming videos.

[@mitshumarner5870]

Congrats on the new purchase. Happiest days in a sailor's life is buying a boat and then getting rid of it. Looks like someone modified the head compartment and removed the lavatory sink in favor of those two lockers. On earlier CD28s, they had a slide out lavatory sink in a box that slid out over the head watercloset. On the stbd. side was a hanging locker. Later models moved the hanging locker over the WC on the port side, and put a nice lavatory sink and base cabinet on the stbd. side. Great boat and certainly capable of long travel.

[@samholmessailing]

Interesting. I would prefer storage over an extra sink.

[@rickhalstead8990]

Congratulations Sam. Great choice. I look forward to seeing more of your adventures!!

[@williamwirick886]

That boat looks huge compared to the swedish fish! Congratulations on the new boat!

[@SenecaRaccoon]

I love the wood everywhere 70s look it has going! That would be a dream to own!

[@wblomgren]

Always wanted a Cape Dory, but living vicariously through you will have to do - good on ya!!

[@IntheBlood67]

The Saga continues! Thankyou!!!!!

[@EpoxyAndButylTape]

Outstanding! Congratulations on your new ship!

[@jimbojet8728]

Good luck and happy voyaging in your new boat. I hope it will serve you well. Thanks for the vid.

[@AndyKlevorn]

Congrats on the CD. I sailed a CD31 on Lake Michigan for a couple years a while back. Fantastic yachts. Have a great time.

[@Spar19row]

This boat looks great. I recently bought a boat from about the same era. I've been fixing it up for about 1 & 1/2 years. Yours looks ready to go. I got a boat that was 35 feet. A larger boat goes faster and you don't get pushed around by big seas and high winds.

[@samholmessailing]

Thanks. Still lots of projects even on a boat that’s “ready to go” Im fixing them on the way though.

[@jonathanobrien1058]

Hi Sam, loving the videos, hopefully you can make enough off KZbin to just do this full time!. One tiny gripe, the sound is a bit quiet sometimes, like your're takking to yourself, where as in reality you're telling the story to thousands of fans. Keep up the great work!

[@davyadventures]

Congrats on the new boat, looks great.

[@umac76]

Good for you. I always thought that was one of the prettiest boat ever made.

[@gonagain]

Excellent boat! It's like the Pearson Triton my wife and I had. Great ocean going sailboat.

[@benthrelkeld4929]

Really excited to watch you sail the Cape Dory. It looks like a great boat.

[@earlfranklin432]

Good for you. Looking forward to seeing you out on the water. Fair winds.

[@bryanbroughton]

Awesome boat! My dad had a Cape Dory 28 growing up we sailed all over the Chesapeake Bay and eventually down to, Oriental NC. Enjoy!

[@frankduffy7471]

Congrats on the new boat ! It looks good on you man !

[@stevelawrie9115]

Congrads, Sam. You'll be living like a king on this one. Great to see more adventures coming.

[@uipray4]

I found your video when you were on your way to Hawaii, I was able to catch your live video when you were in Hawaii I enjoy your videos .congratulations on the new boat looking forward to new videos thanks again from Peoria Illinois.

[@michaeljamescarlile]

Congratulations on the new boat! Can't wait to see some more adventures Sam.

[@yellowdogadventures]

YA! You are back ! Congratulations

[@adambuttery7123]

so much room for activities compared to your last boat. thanks for sharing!

[@alltheplants]

Awesome Sam! That boat will serve you well. A lap around the Caribbean sounds good to me.

[@tchin2020]

Pretty cool, thanks for educating us on your new upgrade...enjoyed your trip from Los Angeles to Hilo...my dream after retirement....

[@ralphholiman7401]

I used to have a Cape Dory 25D. I would take a CD 28 anywhere! What a great boat! One thing I would do though, is add a second lifeline between the top line and the deck, for security. My lifelines have kept me from going over more than I like to admit!

[@samholmessailing]

I may do that. I need to replace the lifelines entirely

[@thebear6529]

Hey , wow that’s a nice boat. Can’t wait to see it out on the water.

[@MrTubeYouTheif]

She's a beautiful boat Sam. Well done.

[@halibut1249]

I didn't see this vid before (tour of your new boat) but it looks like a great sail boat, nice & spacious, and has alot of extra conveniences, like the roller jib, bimini, good air & hatches, sleeps four, and diesel power. Way to go!!

[@jamesa702]

what a great improvement. Congrats. Swell days ahead.

[@HakureiReimuOfficial]

You know what, that's a gorgeous boat

[@BreezyRider66]

Nice boat, really good size & some great attributes for long distance sailing, she'll carry you wherever you want to go in relative comfort & what a world of difference the extra 5 feet makes. Fair winds & looking forward to following your further adventures. My Bowman 26 is similar in design, selection criteria same as yours really as I have ambitions for some longer distance sailing as well...

[@myrccomedy3368]

Wow. That is a great deal & a great boat. Enjoy it. Safe travels.

[@TomJoyce]

I really enjoy your channel, your enthusiasm and your choice of boat!

[@hanfordcreek5309]

I have a CD25, you'll enjoy your boat. They are old but have enduring qualities.

[@vernonlove7242]

Great to see you back on a boat.

[@mtnfmly]

We don't do a lot of sailing here in Colorado, but I enjoy following your adventures. Congratulations on your new boat!

[@trja900]

That’s an awesome boat Sam! Congrats!

[@cbfinchy]

Second video watched and I'm excited to watch more. Your LA to Hawaii video hit my random feed - I sail up here in the Chesapeake - and I'm planning to watch all of your library.

[@keesdejong906]

Welcome back!! Happy New Year with lots of wind in your sails!!

[@paule4696]

She's a beauty Sam! Looking forward to following your adventures on her.

[@sce2aux464]

Cape Dories and Contessas, my favorite sailboats

[@ColumbiaPoint]

Great choice of boat!! I have hull #2, which we're refitting for a trip to Bermuda and eventually across the Atlantic. Do take a good look at the chainplates, we're in the middle of a replacing ours and they were a serious mess-literally corroded to pieces. Enjoy getting to know the boat, we love ours!!

[@Abc-kf4qx]

Congrats on the new boat! Nice choice! Had the same problem with the mainsail getting caught up on the lazy jacks. I found putting some slack into the lazy jacks fixed the problem. Fair winds SV Lola

[@josephgaspar5992]

love your videos Sam, you're a pretty chilled dude. good luck with your new vessel.

[@MikeySkywalker]

I love Manatees!!!! Yayyy. Great boat man, what a palace compared to your last one! Happy for you.

[@SoloSailer]

Looks nice and clean. I’m excited to see what you do

[@scottwebb6440]

Congratulations on your new boat. Glad to see you’re getting another boat. I really liked your videos on your trip to Hawaii. I’m looking forward to seeing your posts from the East Coast and the Atlantic. Take care Sam and good luck and good times in the Caribbean.

[@stephenrichie4646]

Congratulations. I chartered a Cape Dory 36 out of Ft yers Beach a few years back. Lovely boat.

[@simonforbes2453]

One of the two happiest days in a sailor's life:-)

[@povlrueger3898]

Finally! Get back on the water! Since you stopped sailing, I have lost interest in buying a sailboat. Maybe once you start again it will reignite my hunger to buy a boat for my family. #bringontheinspiration

[@Cybertruck1000]

Hey Sam from the UK. You look like you are excited and looking forward. Subscribed and awaiting further installments....Cheers