Sharks, Storms, and Getting a Tow WHSE86

[@58landman]

I'm 73 and in generally degraded health but years ago I refurbed a Pearson Ariel from bow to stern and I sailed her alot but it was always inland sailing and I didn't make it to the ocean. But I envy those who do and if it's OK with you and the other young folks who choose this lifestyle and live it like ýa do, I'm gonna live vicariously through all of you and pray for you to exercise wisdom and wonderful experiences. God bless you kids.

[@rubetube4727]

'The Wind stopped, and now I smell BBQ' That was epic.

[@brianfoster769]

I don't know you but you are my hero. I'm 64 years old and I wish I had your balls I would love to have the courage you have

[@johnmact5548]

Great skies and bosuns chair

[@christopherhutchings9621]

O.K. I've watched your videos, at first I thought you were just like all others (sailors?) But you are for real!, I'm 71 years old and have sailed...back in the day... I will watch from now on. You have balls and grit young lady, inspirational to many.

[@dal8963]

She was raised on a sail boat so it's just home to her to be on the water, she has very little equipment she's making all the decisions and calls solo. She's great!

[@monsterslayer4317]

Leave it to a crusty old sailor to tell a young woman she has balls, haha! But then, she IS the man! Props for your user name...or then again, your name may very well be Christopher Hutchings. Either way...Miss you, Hitch!

[@spiritflower6640]

That would be ovaries 😂 ;)

[@christopherhutchings9621]

@@monsterslayer4317 yep u busted me

[@christopherhutchings9621]

@@spiritflower6640 ovaries,balls don't mean nothin just guys, apologize if offended.

[@Peteamareet]

I find your videos are very entertaining, you are the coolest young woman on utube. Fair winds and happy days

[@navigator902]

So alive, best I've seen so far this life, thank you...

[@seaonDeltaLady]

Your Mom skates nicely ! Great cockpit enclosure .

[@WadeAbout]

I love that little zipped in space you have when it’s raining

[@WindHippieSailing]

Thanks! It's like being in a space ship

[@sailingoceandreams5267]

I got a 25ft tophat thanks to u mate I love ya work peace ✌️ out windhippie. Little Blue Bell Australia

[@theoldsailmaker6408]

I really really liked this episode, how you trained the Sharks to swim backwards 😂 and the view from inside the oven. Thanks for the laughs 😂✌☮

[@WindHippieSailing]

Haha thanks! It took a long time to train the sharks but I think it was worth it

[@bryansmith1920]

Loved the intro music and visuals was just chilling when you hit me with the usual wake up call 😂Oh bye the by loved the bulkhead Art 👍

[@DellaDeLobos]

Such a cutie, I really liked the opening of this video, and all those sharks too, You're brave, Also, I feel for you when you do get scared in that bad weather. Be careful out there...

[@thickwristmcfist3399]

I always enjoy seeing clips of your parents... They seem very cool and supportive of your lifestyle... Good shit! See ya in the next video! Cheers!

[@WindHippieSailing]

They are the coolest!!

[@chefandy-f5z]

You look sparkley. Whatever groove you got going on is popping.

[@navigator902]

Excellent storm experience and story, you bring back old memory in my head, funny how we choose to forget those experiences until a flash from others experiences log them up from our personal file in our head, all comes back w/ emotion, it's better than sound around vivid in color memory, feels and smells come back, thank you for the stimulus.

[@kyladavenport2812]

Gold. Thanks

[@freebeerecords]

Pops picking snippet in the intro never gets old! Many thanks

[@TREEHUGGAH1]

safe travels young brave one. much respect

[@modslot]

Yes something different about this video,really liked it. You showed good sea skills in making the right decision to get out to sea.

[@jorgerubio340]

You are amazing. Inspiration.

[@gjordan456]

Love your videos!! Was always my dream to sail to far off lands, it never quite materialized for me but i did get some good sailing in, now I’m on the back side of 60 and with all these KZbin videos the dream has never been stronger, waiting for the moment to arrive, in the mean time i hope you don’t mind me living vicariously thru you!! Cheers

[@sailingmoonshadow3169]

Hey Knucklehead, I'm on the wrong side of sixty also but I thought WTF I'm gonna just do it!

[@kcted]

@@sailingmoonshadow3169 Same.. sold my ketch in '92. Now I'm retiring. Time to go back to the sea

[@sailingmoonshadow3169]

@@kcted see you "out there"👍

[@sailingoceandreams5267]

I'm coming

[@gardenwaster]

I got so scared during that squall there's no where to hide out in the Ocean , you handled yourself the boat and the camera amazingly

[@MarkWYoung-ky4uc]

Don't worry about your hair Captain, you look marvelous! Great job bringing Gecko through the numerous squalls. I'm glad you got to enjoy some quality time in the crow's nest after fighting through the squalls. Get some rest when you can. Sail on Captain, sail on!😎⛵👍👍

[@DarceeVorndran]

SO proud of you, Hollie!

[@mp6756]

You are living the dream and sharing it wonderfully. Stay safe and I don't need to mention Happy. Thank you

[@jakeroth5809]

Amazing adventures you are accomplishing so much on your small boat… your simple way of doing things is remarkable

[@holodeckdragon8876]

I love the rhythmic, poetic beginnings of your videos now. It really shows us why u do all this! xox

[@WindHippieSailing]

Thanks! I've been trying to think of a way to get some of the feeling of living in that part of the world. I'm glad to hear that it's translating!

[@Kvarium]

I admire you so much, thanks for sharing your voyages with us.

[@petahoee8281]

Authenticity is the best part. don't change, too much.

[@joelabriola2493]

Holly you are one tough cookie! Regular land life will be a breeze for you.

[@Castaniety]

You should consider of buying a storm jib

[@roadboat9216]

Damn girl! You have to learn to have fun! Ha ha. Love the Monitor gear. Mine didn’t do as well as it was a bigger boat with a wheel. A tiller is far superior for the monitor. Much less friction and mechanical resistance. Simple and direct.

[@kenc3288]

New sub. I would be absolutely petrified doing what you’re doing. At my age (74), I think I’ll remain a landlubber . You have so much knowledge and fortitude.😄😄

[@donemigholzjr.7344]

Very entertaining and down to earth/sea. It is all interesting with a hallmark of relaxing. I know you think sharks are entertaining but my love and life that somewhat revolves around you is stressed if there are too many or they are too big. Your wellbeing is far more important than another close up of a big shark.

[@ronaldcolby4100]

Just a very special sailor.

[@monsterslayer4317]

Awesome, Holly! Great vid. Best wishes for the haul-out.

[@dennismoroney]

Holly, Loved this video! Thanks for keeping it real. 40 knots 😱😳🤮😵‍💫🤢😬🤩

[@BillChild2njoy]

Love your steady calm visually seen from here in Maine...you could write a story about the Endless Squal .. Remember the Endless Summer of surfing the 🌎? Oh you are too young to remember that.

[@ChiChi-dy9qi]

I just really enjoy the unique flavour of your videos, keep sailing 🙂

[@Miles_To_Go]

Your parents are adorable models!

[@WindHippieSailing]

Thanks!! I think so too

[@sullybiker6520]

I've been steadily working through your catalogue and I didn't realize how long the engine raw-water issue was dogging your progress. So glad you got that sorted.

[@marceschulz1685]

Eve! Wow! We met you both in Opua when we were all waiting for a window to sail back to the tropics. How cool that you met up again.

[@WindHippieSailing]

Small world eh? I'm so glad to be cruising with her again

[@bryansmith1920]

OK as a sailor that started on pond water and moved on to a woman that started on life on Oceans Mother Gia is changing We your followers care stay safe

[@MrAlubenco]

Well alright you made it through the thick of it! Looking forward to seeing more... keep it up! Thank you for your content! U R AWESOMELY SPECTACULAR!

[@seafuryphil]

One of my favorite sailing channels . What a beautiful life ❤⛵️🍻

[@contentforcoaches]

Yay Holly!

[@sutterbutter4166]

You are just living your best life girl. I'm so inspired by you and your resourcefulness. You have such a positive attitude, nothing seems to bring you down. I hope to have an epic adventure like this one day. Love your videos and look forward to them every 2 weeks. Thanks Holly!

[@spiritflower6640]

Absolutely fantastic... this video, and, you... strong, resourceful, courageous, silly, wise, full of life/ love- saltly sailor! You are living!🤙😘

[@SailingJohanna]

Amazing video yet again! We absolutely love following your journey!!! You are quite the inspiration, Holly! ♥️✌🏼⛵️

[@navigator902]

Halyards can be so fun, great birds nest underway.

[@svStargate]

Great video! But always, and I mean ALWAYS USE ANOTHER HALYARD AS SAFETY LINE….

[@timmit3579]

Hooray!! You found a boat yard who can replace your prop shaft seal(s)...(I hope!) I have been concerned about the problem, and I was hoping that something good would come about to permanently fix it...

[@WindHippieSailing]

Yes! I'm going to be doing it myself, so wish me luck! I'll definitely document it

[@odysseyofjason]

That rain enclosure is pretty sweet 😃 I also like how you put teeth and little googley eyes on your radio or GPS (the yellow thing) 🤪 Love how you keep things simple and minimalistic. You're the real deal.

[@WindHippieSailing]

Ahh yes that's my little Garmin monster! I decorated him on my big solo pacific crossing.

[@erics3238]

Great video!

[@norman4991]

Excellent episode, thank you. Amazing courage and ability.

[@chiefcliff]

Respect!! Great episode.

[@stephenburnage7687]

Agree. If it lasts for hours it is probably called something other than a squal.

[@carolbopp7736]

What keeps you from breaching in those large swells? If you took a large wave over the bow it could swamp your cockpit couldn't it. I guess I just don't understand how your windvaine could guide you thru rough water and 30Knot winds. Love your adventure!!!

[@WindHippieSailing]

My wind vane has been able to handle everything I've thrown at it so far. I'm sure there are some conditions I'll have to hand steer through but luckily I haven't encountered them yet :)

[@deanprophet1050]

Holly, Another great video! Agreed with another commenter - Please go up the stick with two halyards/lines. Many accidents could have been avoided if two lines were used on the hoist. Keep it up girl! Dean

[@magdakaniewski]

Great video. Nice of your friend to give you a tow. They must have a pretty strongbmotor. Their boat is heavy, plus gecko and 6 knots. Pretty good. The still looks like a great place to hang out after such a passage

[@385Matt]

Wow, 40 knots, nuff said

[@DougVarble]

Like the new ending….

[@jarrodkurash8077]

Adding a level of artistic quality to the video and sound/timing. Great Job!!

[@cluelessbeekeeping1322]

Here's a cool snorkel trick; As you're rising, blow just a bit of air into the snorkel. Face up, as you hit the surface, quickly move your head down. The snorkel should be without water and ready to use. The air expands as you go up, there by keeping the snorkel water free. It helps keep you from being too tired.

[@navigator902]

Love your party ball, have one in my wee-bit-and bend patio. cheers

[@darleneshirley156]

Thankyou for sharing your life with us

[@naviramos]

Doing great gurl. Take care. Hello from AZ 🖖

[@tatman8240]

Excellent Man! You had me yawning.

[@glenioaraujo]

Holly I love your vids every time more 😍 and I loved you hanging on your Bosun chair! So much inspiration 🙌 o just need my mast back to do the same 😃 Blue Moon is staying in Long Island while I go back to super yachts to cash up quickly 💪 keep rocking and sharing these treasures you beautiful “piratress” arrrghh 🏴‍☠️ 😃 x

[@garycody1929]

I love how those clothes pegs are so resilient.They are keepers.

[@navigator902]

"Gecko" steers herself well, even in a little small storm action, and a sloop yet.

[@georgepeat5269iearth]

Thank you, yourself& channel add equilibrium to the sailing channels, a certain wild type of youthful freedom. Good Health to you, continued successful living.

[@sailingmoonshadow3169]

40+ knots with a full main! Best you don't get too close to your compass otherwise your balls of steel will throw a deviation! 😂

[@suzannechance5876]

Lol. Never thought of that!

[@WindHippieSailing]

Haha. Best compliment I've ever received ☺️

[@vk9030]

I really like this video 👍

[@chuckhillier4153]

We continue to be in awe.

[@johnmanning8760]

in 9months i pase thru panama canal too puerto jiminz going home

[@JJ-yh4nd]

It looks like you had fun diving with that young man!

[@jamesrodgers9417]

Great video, love the music. 😊

[@marpenman]

Reliving your childhood a bit there swinging in the boson's chair ;^) From the comments at the end, can we assume that Gecko has been taken out for some new bottom paint and a stuffing box rebuild?

[@WindHippieSailing]

Totally reliving my childhood! And yes, the Geck is getting some first class attention now she's hauled out

[@mariajosemorenoguerrero8638]

Todas estas vivencias te conforman tu carácter y se marcarán, de manera indeleble, en tu rica vida. Mis respetos y admiración. Ya eres un marino de aguas azules.

[@fishing_fam_wa]

You're a legit legend!!

[@sp10sn]

Was heaving to not an option during the squall?

[@braithmiller]

First haul out since East coast? This is a long travel time and nautical miles. Iron out some issues. I hope you can install a hand diagram bilge pump. They work so well going deeper than my electrics.

[@patricewilson4549]

Love your videos🥰

[@Lizzie-ob6nx]

ok the real question is how long did those cookies take in a boat oven cos they are slow?? like it took me 4hrs to cook a pre made Shepard pie in one once

[@basilreardon5783]

Your broadcast are wonderful along with your language . I just really wished you had/used AIS .......we could all track you on vessel finder besides your traffic safety as your underway . I swear by it and the CG appreciates it greatly . Your going write a fantastic book someday on your travels . Steady your course young lady 👍

[@garganega]

Sail up to Papeete and fix your stuffing box already.

[@cliffordparmeter6940]

Wow very interesting.

[@sailingmoaiawharramtiki2615]

Wow your so awesome. Thank you

[@vanessavandervalk1084]

Beautiful Holly!! Thank you for your awesome videos and I love the music!! 😍🙌💖 Happy Equinox ✨🌞🐬

[@delukxy]

So you are safely in a boat yard. Sounds as if it could be NZ but I haven't a clue what you said! Take care.

[@adriandawson9855]

How very brave of you 🙄🙌

[@JT____]

‘I’m sorry sails’… 👍👍👍

[@sharg0]

Book... what was it called... Dang it, I can't remember. I think it was "Hard weather sailing" written by a guy that have competed in the Fastnet race several times among other things. Sadly I lent my copy to someone who forgot the address of the book. Very good practical tips on how to handle a boat focused on keeping control. And I can't find it via search engines either. Someone with better luck or that has it? One thing I can think of that might have helped you controlling the boat would have been a very small "sail" up front and low. say a square meter at most and mounted low. That would have taken some force off the rudder without increasing the lean of the boat much. While I doubt it would be possible with the amount of sail you got trapped with if you aren't familiar with it get used to "heave to" in your boat. (Though I suspect you already knows how to do this normally, can't remember if you mentioned it.)

[@cornishhh]

"Heavy Weather Sailing" by Adlard Coles?

[@sharg0]

@@cornishhh YES! Thank you, now I can put it on my list over books to buy (again).

[@lahoozer6694]

So rad Peace n love

[@chefandy-f5z]

Do you collect rain water?

[@WindHippieSailing]

I do!

[@stephenburnage7687]

Can't you just release the main sheet and spill the wind (if caught by an unexpected wind)?

[@braithmiller]

Down wind sailing (wind from the back, also imbalanced so the rudder force is used to opose) was the situation. Marconi- Bermuda sloop rigs worst ability.

[@James-re6co]

Was that your parents at the end? Cute 😀

[@WindHippieSailing]

It was! They are the best

[@yojimbos1]

What was your sail plan @ 12:20 during the high winds needing the tiller all the way over and still wanting to round up? Would a reefed main and a partially reefed headsail provide a better balance and less rounding up? Just a novice here, learning the ropes, but this is my understanding for those conditions.

[@WindHippieSailing]

I was rounding up because I was overpowered, but I couldn't leave the helm to reef the main without going head to wind and potentially ripping the sail. I banked on the fact that the squall would be shortish, and just hung on until it was over

[@yojimbos1]

@@WindHippieSailing So far I find those "hang on moments" too unnerving to enjoy and probably tend to overcompensate by reefing in lighter winds than necessary- often to the displeasure of some of my more intrepid crewmates. But I find in any winds above 12 mph, we still maintain a good rate of speed with the reefed sail plan and the helm easir to control. Did your experience in this squall change your strategies for sail trim looking forward?