Single Handed Sailing from Australia to Fiji (Ep3)

Single handed sail from Southport Australia to Fiji. Hit something at night and put a hole in the boat. five days of strong trade winds over 30 knots
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[@susiepittman601]

I've only been on a sailboat a few times but I enjoy watching these videos. It seems that they are comprised of 10% beauty and 90% fixing things that break.

[@jacobjorgenson9285]

Sailing the whole time WHILE fixing things that break

[@russparkinson1838]

That's sailing!

[@cv507]

if they dönt run in hellmetz öh in vväde v v

[@cadencaouette4959]

That's boating for you

[@sakm44]

It wouldn't be sailing if things didn't go wrong, break, or more often both.

[@patricklaine6958]

Wow. Very challenging passage. You handled it well, and I'm sure learned quite a few lessons for the future as well. Fair winds.

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thank you kindly!

[@thomassmith7432]

I always enjoy watching a video and finding that it also got Patrick's attention.

[@asinterestingaspossible7836]

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[@kennethvannorsdall3123]

A nice send-off from Patrick

[@stevehislop]

I´m a former E-4 of the German Navy and the respect for the ocean never went away in me, especially after passing a major Storm in the area of the Skagerrak with waves 10 meter of height. I was on an auxiliary vessel (Tender Donau A516) and was warm and cozy. I remember clearly that I thought:"... just imagine being on a small sailing boat in this hell". Kudo´s to you for this trip and how you managed it. Regards Tobias from Germany

[@Pooty_With_A_Fat_Booty]

Well, you put that in perspective for me. Holy hell in a handbag. 😂💖

[@saraw8503]

Yes. I was on a us army landing craft on a trip from San Francisco to Seattle. Three days, three nights of wicked seas. Slept with survival suit and life jacket in bunk.

[@growlkitty]

"Vessels large may venture more, but little boats should keep near shore." -Benjamin Franklin

[@laugebrimgiest5733]

@@growlkitty reality is completely opposite of this :b Franklin wasn't a sailor it seems.

[@growlkitty]

@@laugebrimgiest5733 That maybe do but if and when I cross the ocean on my own accord, whether she be a sailing yacht or a motor-yacht, it's going to be at least 37 meters.

[@bobtuly2079]

Before I ever do a large crossing, I always do a mini day or two sail to make sure I have everything in order. That way if I run into problems, I'll know about them on my mini sail instead of the large crossing.

[@leerigby5735]

It's great seeing all the usual amazing weather, sandy beaches etc... But this is what I wanted to really see, real life sailing. Loved the video.

[@asinterestingaspossible7836]

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[@tropickman]

How does he sleep? I know there is auto pilot, but that little boat was pitching & heaving.

[@themanthemyth9633]

@@tropickman You become used to it after a while

[@NotOnYourLife]

Bravo! This is what a sailing channel should be. I applaud you for the journey, the film making, the editing and creating a genuine sailing channel. I look forward to so much more.

[@asinterestingaspossible7836]

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[@careystravels]

I completely agree with you! From La Vaga to Zatara, they don't show us anything but 2 and 3 second cuts of video they filmed months ago, to fill their so-called stories!

[@Sailing.Amelia]

This trip is not for beginners and is a good lesson for those who intend to challenge the Sea, Well Done, congratulations

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thank you! 😃

[@arnasar777]

Я должен был бросить вызов шторму как новичок, и новичок стал штормом.

[@Lost_AtSea_]

I don’t understand these guys who make ocean passages in little boats. He hit something and it punctured his boat! If the hole was just a little bigger, he would not be here anymore. Is it really worth it?

[@eklodry6495]

@@Lost_AtSea_ Nobody will remember your name.

[@takisbakalis]

@@eklodry6495 Doing thing for fame is meaningless

[@andreflavell2689]

Real sailing not fluff . Brave man sailing a yacht that is so close to the water line . Thankyou for sharing your experience

[@sisifapohiva5673]

68

[@pawlah1]

Joshua Slocum would be proud!

[@invisigal007]

I love the raw footage from the wheel - it felt like I was there sailing with you! No need for any further production on these. Thanks for sharing!

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thanks kitty. I have released a long version of this video with only raw shots on deck. It's called virtual sailing

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[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Agreed. One of the waves hitting the camera literally startled me (I was wearing headphones). A little too real. I've sailed in hair-raising ocean conditions a couple of times. Briefly and not as bad as this, but it put the fear into me. You really have to trust your boat and have your wits about you.

[@ricorichmond8214]

This is what a KZbin sailing channel should be. Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@miked5563]

Exactly!!

[@pawel2003]

maybe but a sailing youtube channel like this wont ever make it off the ground

[@malayarock]

Right

[@peterkelly2785]

Yep....bikinis get viewers.

[@heidiblackbeard6607]

Now this is sailing. Thank you so much for adding your adventures. I love the fact that you add the rough sea sailing. That's what people want to see. people want to see how rough waters are all about. Thanks.

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thanks Blackbeard. I will be releasing a long play of the trip with all the raw footage on deck this week. Let me know if you like it if you get a chance to watch.

[@ksc743]

@@captainscarlegs3621 I think sailors like you who do long hauls like this are Incredibly brave. I just wondered when you sleep because surely you must do at some point? If you are sleeping does anything alert you to commercial ships nearby? What if you'd been sleeping and the boat took on water? Is there ever large debris in the ocean, like containers, or does it depend where you're sailing? Wishing you fair winds and good fortune for future journeys, Kate⛵

[@Ironboots123]

Loved watching the real deal sailor ❤

[@hurdurdur7rl696]

That bungee cord keeping the solar panel on the boat deserves a medal.

[@WillN2Go1]

Terrific video, of an amazing passage - I could feel a most of it. Wind and sea noises!! - no bad royalty free rock. (Finally someone knows how to make a sailing video. Thank you just for that alone). Fair winds and following seas.

[@spindlespringsranch3108]

Great video, I really enjoyed your adventure. I can’t imagine being out there in those seas, wet, tired, endless hours of the same. I give you a lot of credit and admire your bravery. Cheers from Los Angeles. ⛵️⛵️⛵️

[@seazenbones6945]

Loving the adventure. A great sailing video. No clickbait and no BS. Thanks so much.

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thank you . Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@Sicaoisdead]

This is real living right here. No comfort, just pure concentration and adrenaline.

[@roidigitalggroup1721]

WoW I can't stop watching sailboat content this is absolutely amazing traveling alone in the deep blue absolutely something I have to do..

[@robinhodgkinson]

Man that's called doing it the hard way! Hand steering in an exposed cockpit with the wheel so far aft... Not an ideal situation with 30 knots on the beam. I'm sure you'll be bullet proofing the self steering and autopilot before your return trip. Have another beer - you've earned it!

[@JohnS916]

I think adding weather and water protection for the helm station would be a mighty improvement, don't you think? The autopilot rigging looked confusing with all the pulleys and ropes, or was that your fix? The system didn't look as robust as I thought it should be, but I don't know squat about sailing at the same time, lol. Great video, but a little scary at times, but as others have said, the added drama made the video more enjoyable. You showed some quick thinking to overcome the setbacks, a real test and learning experience for sure.

[@clifftos4256]

Thankyou mate...im going sailing starting at 58 years old. It looks scary and beautiful at the same time. How can we resist the sea. Great sailing and great vid.

[@kompassmarine]

Thanks for sharing this awesome journey with us. The sailing in those weather is hard, but you also filmed a lot of the stuff and put it nicely together, even the autopilot failure. So thanks a lot and keep the films coming. Fair winds!

[@alansmollen]

This is a sailing video, excellent job! No silly background music, but the relief of safe arrival, the ukulele Wes nice. Well done captain!

[@mac7664]

Bravo!!! This sailing channel should be awarded the Oscar award

[@El.Duder-ino]

Riding through the ocean is one hell of a experience! It combines both beauty and survival, pleasant feelings and adrenaline boost, thank you for making these vids and sharing them with the world!

[@DJDisalwaysright]

I got exhausted just watching this.

[@brendanobrien9236]

Love the video, you overcame your fair share of challenges on this voyage. This is some proper sailing with great narration. Good stuff mate, look forward to more in the future!!

[@keysersmoze]

Looks like a very special boat. That lifting keel looks exactly like my dream boat I have been sketching. Thank goodness the hole in the hull wasn't too big. Looking forward to further adventures should you share them on here.

[@SquashBlossom62]

Watching these sailing videos gives me extreme anxiety! I know now, that I'll never, ever, go sailing unless it's glassy water in a cove!

[@JacquiWilson13]

Great job! So good to see someone just having a go. Fiji is on my bucket list for sure.

[@patrickscaia9335]

Well done. I’d be freaking out the whole time with those waves breaking.

[@alexlexman3641]

What a great video, as a newbie I found this really inspiring, to see someone staying so calm and methodical under pressure. Good on ya!

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

The miracle of editing.

[@foramericam1097]

Perfect!! 12min is perfect for a description!!

[@markgreenway5995]

So many positive comments,I've personally never made a comment but bravo , turning dreams into reality

[@vernitajones8189]

Great video! Thank you sharing this journey - I just started sailing when I bought my first sailboat 2months ago and I'm hooked. Had 27kt wind last week which was pretty epic, so seeing your 40kt sail actually made my heart race. I look forward to learning from your channel!

[@rogergrandify]

well i hope that you have learned to be prepared

[@mathewhale3581]

Made the same trip 30 yrs ago. 5 days of storm (one rogue wave blocked the full moon from view) and 2 days of total becalm where we swam off the bow in 3km depth water. Crazy

[@cronoz7]

how did you even survive a rogue wave?

[@mathewhale3581]

@@cronoz7 oh…wow…I was pissing off the leeward stern 3am (clipped on!) marvelling how moonlight makes the ocean waves look like terraced slopes, when the mountain beneath just kept rising and rising. I guess things merged and made a monster, rearing it’s head under the 44ft boat as we surfed high, high above the silvered morass now spread out like plains below. Astonishing. Then we were sliding down its back as it rolled onward, down to the dark cleft of its base, where the moon was gone and all I could see was a vast black wall of surging death. I cannot estimate its size beyond ‘fuck’. It broke maybe 200m away and I thanked the stars it didn’t land on us. The steel boat may have survived but I would have been torn off the line and pasted.

[@jeremysadlerintron]

Excellent video and well done. A great achievement and very much enjoyed. I hope that Fiji has been all you wished for. Its a great place.

[@MP-gi4ct]

Just the right balance of action and narration.

[@allaboutfrench]

Thank you for the fabulous story. I am only trying to cross the Chessapeake in the US, but learned much from your journey, at least to ensure all lines are kept neat and in place. Cheers!

[@ianmangham4570]

Say hi to Don Shipley for me, he's on the chesapeake

[@asinterestingaspossible7836]

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[@jbuckley2546]

Jeez, you've got some bottle! Excellent video, that could easily have been an hour long for me. But realise you've got your hands full. Thanks for sharing your trip.

[@andrewnewby1918]

Really admire you guys who do this on your own. Well done, a great video to watch 👍

[@robertfitzpatrick4954]

Thanks Capt for a very interesting video. You did well in the circumstances, Everything can be done and sort of fixed if you are thoughtful and know that you only can do this. Good luck in the future, looking forwards to more of the same soon.

[@brothermeh840]

Thanks brother, to have such a marvellous and adventurous video. It really telling me not easy to be a sailor, one has to be tough enough or it won't succeed. Especially sailing at night is really scary enough as it sails completely in the darkness while chances to get collision has always higher if compare to daytime. God bless you safe, healthy and happy sailing.

[@SuperGemma2010]

absolutely amazing, what a trip!!!! I would love to have the guts to do a trip like that, thanks for the great video

[@Abebe345]

Great sail and glad you are ok! Great lessons for all of us. Thanks!

[@MrGino714]

Getting a leakage on an aluminium boat is quite rare, must have been quite of a bump! Congrats on knowing your boat and stay composed, very inspiring. The sailor must indeed be creative to offset his ship like you did with the autopilot and the hand bilge. Awesome footage, thanks.

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thanks. I appreciate your comment.

[@holymacarollie4394]

@@captainscarlegs3621what did you hit

[@andreruegg9490]

What a great sailing Video, rough conditions. I'm impressed.

[@NicolasJonville]

Well done Bud! Great sailing, and loved the reporting, excellent!

[@Marc-hv5gh]

Best video on small boat sailing I've seen. Amazing sailing a reach in 40+knots. Thrilling footage.

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

Was that 40knots winds? Woow

[@jonymanay]

That was awesome to watch. Seemed very raw and gritty. Battling the sea and bailing water every 6hrs looked like a real mental battle.

[@michaelg6686]

He was committed and calm. what can I say "Great Sailing".

[@ddouglas1653]

Epic!!! Got to hand it to all Ausie sailors! You folks have rough sailing at your doorstep and absolutely must have your act together at the outset and there after until yes it's beer time at anchor! Hats off to you from the Chesapeake Bay, Virginia USA! Seriously, that leak would have had me hove to digging into the bilge to find and block it! Cheers!

[@arrvox]

my thoughts also

[@philgray1023]

I'm not so sure. I watched some racing around the cans at Santa Monica and it looked pretty rigorous out there. However I did race with a skipper here who expected you to crank the winches even though it was a foot under water.

[@3peckeredgoat735]

For some reason I clicked on a sailing video this morning and haven't been able to stop watching all day, these guy's are hard core!

[@paloureiro]

Amazing video! Congratulations on how you handled the sailing!

[@redshifttrucking4537]

Oh my God, you've bought Haphazard... you lucky dog. I salivated over her from America, not yet ready for a boat like that. It'll be another five years working for me... Subscribed, and looking forward to watching this excellent Radford design.

[@MunkerLifeFilms]

That looks cool and hard at the same time. Thanks for sharing, really well done!

[@Buggie76]

Thanks for sharing. Wish I had the nerve. Great raw footage. Can't believe you kept so cool.

[@tyroneforsyth1680]

Can't sail with me. We drink the same beer, and I don't like competition 🤣

[@bed3653]

Well done. And thanks for the full immersion with no musak.

[@DiosaDe1So1]

I miss when my Dad took me sailing all over the place (started at Southport too). The things I experienced as a kid, I’ll cherish forever. Fun adventures! Great times! We had a yacht named Senang and she served us very well, including on the most rough of seas. Love this video!!! Cheers!

[@nono-jj9rr]

What happened to it?

[@CanAm_Sailing]

Wow, that was quite the solo sail. Glad everything went well & you found the leak after you arrived. Thanks for sharing with us. ⛵️

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thanks for watching!

[@littlerubster]

Loving this, mate. You are an inspiration. World Class!

[@smash7777-]

Damn! It’s time to pop a beer open when you find a leak! Seems you would have stayed more dry being towed through the water the whole way on your trip! You’re my new favourite “crazy guy”, I’ll be rooting for you brother! With nuts as big as yours you can take a few mad chances here and there! 👍

[@rykehuss3435]

Take a look at Erik Aanderaa's channel if you like crazy guys. Solo sailing across the North Sea in the winter etc

[@34ofaninchofbrain80]

Back in my sailing days I used to like it when I could hear the rigging singing/buzzing under lode. Nice film thanks for sharing it.

[@wadesworld6250]

I can't imagine how exhausting it was to be steering for 5-6 hours at a time in that wind with those waves and constantly being wet. I also couldn't help thinking, "a tether is a great thing, but can you imagine getting knocked off, dangling by the tether with the boat going 8 knots? It'd take a miracle to have enough strength to get back on board."

[@captainscarlegs3621]

I agree with you. The harness could make it very difficult to get back onboard. It may give a chance. It's debatable about using them because they also get in the way and snag when moving. You will see the single handed racers don't use them much.

[@wadesworld6250]

@@captainscarlegs3621 Well, I'm not sure whether death by being dragged along by the boat and unable to get up is any worse than death by watching your boat sail away from you at 8 knots. I suppose I'd still like at least a chance for a miracle, so I'd wear it for sure.

[@michaelnelson9140]

Great video! 1st one I’ve seen where it shows what sailing really is. It’s not all calm and sunny! Feels like I’m with you.

[@BobJones20001]

I agree completely with you. Open water sailing is mostly taking a pounding and keeping systems running. Sailing or parked up this doesn't change. The sweet moments though, the perfect forward of beam run, the exhilarating down wind run, the moon lit run through the calm dark starry night. But it's mostly hard, busy, sleepless, 24/7.

[@garbagepicker]

Amazing sailing skills! It's scary looking and at the same time a true adventure.

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thanks for your comment.

[@73Shovelhead68]

That looks exhausting, uncomfortable and most of all terrifying. An awesome adventure, thanks for sharing.

[@MrPapakura298]

Amazing bro, so much respect for your efforts, happy sailing!

[@6r4metroman]

Looks epic, I'm along for the journey :-)

[@landprojects]

Tremendous footage. Well done in such demanding conditions

[@SLim-uf8jr]

I really like the way you do the great job at the rough sea and keep so calm doing it!

[@ToSeeTheSea]

Nice job both sailing and putting together the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@brucemackinnon6707]

A lot of semi submerged drifting containers that have fallen off ships in the oceans. Almost invisible till you hit.

[@philgray1023]

Yet the "Loss adjuster" hired by P & O to talk to me about our container falling into the water said, and I quote, "this hardly ever happens". My friend, the maritime lawyer, asked if the guy's nose grew more than an inch at that time.

[@rykehuss3435]

Thankfully the oceans are pretty large

[@georgec4917]

Excellent video, especially finishing it up with a beer.

[@jonmanning6637]

Wow - this is impressive - what a journey and what balls it took to even try.. the stress had to intense .. you are a bad ass Cpt.

[@andreflavell3453]

I have watched this so many times . Full respect . Off shore is totally different to coastal. That boat is small and fast . More of a big transom than a cockpit and the traveller right in front of the wheel . This is one amazing sailor

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Glad you enjoyed the video.Thanks for your comment.

[@theweatherisaokay4964]

This is sailing video I watched till the end and love it. Great footage. Thank you for sharing, me staying at home, no experience in sailing but so interested watching other people thrive in it. 🥰

[@talldug7612]

A great video of a real life adventure. One of the craziest sails that I have seen ! Made me wonder if sailing is for me. I was getting nervous looking at that water in your bilge, and those waves constantly soaking you at the helm! Craziness! You have my respect good sir.

[@gefginn3699]

Totally agree 👍👏👌

[@thomasreva7554]

There’s a reason most cruising sailors have a sprayhood, and sail with the trade winds behind us. Makes for a rather drier and easier experience in the same sort of conditions - heading against the trade winds is tough work. The weather here was in my mind fairly typical; we had rougher weather in the same area (and many other passages), but we were going the other way, so the experience was very different. The water in the bilge would have scared me shitless, though.

[@zsika005]

Sorry for the comment, but you SIR and this sailor is probably a totally different type of person. I dont know if this was his boat or not, but it has serious problems which was not fixed before departure. The front cabin window leaked, the bed was wet as well, etc. And also the route can be changed for a much smoother ride. Cheers.

[@robertfitzpatrick4954]

Don’t. Be so negative, Zsika005. No matter what prep is done before any trip like this, anything can and usually does go wrong. It’s about impossible to have a journey this long trouble free.

[@robertfitzpatrick4954]

But sailing is ALWAYS like this!

[@timflynn2136]

Everytime I heard a wave hit I ducked!!! Great Video of your passage!!! Thanks for sharing

[@williewonka6694]

Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@angellavalence1183]

You are so brave!! Anyone that would sail in those rough waters are brave. No way would I do it.. I’d be freaking out the entire time!! Good to see you made it safely!

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thanks for your kind comment.

[@ILoveBluePeople]

If you plan for every thing that can go wrong it's easier to keep your cool, if you can't think of a solution right away that's when panic sets in

[@Jamie-tq6ut]

Fantastic videos. Great to see some real sailing. Loved watching you cop the spray in the face. Brings back so many fantastic memories. Looking forward to more videos. Good luck.

[@leojoseph6385]

Well Done on your Solo Journey!! That seemed like nasty seas, but I was really impressed with how you handled it. I'm looking forward to seeing your repairs at Fiji and other actions to maintain your boat. Again, great Job!

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thanks Leo. Glad you enjoyed the video. I will hopefully have the boat sailing again soon. Looking forward to that.

[@sykiruli3683]

Brave heart on a fast boat. Thanks for sharing!

[@tonypurkiss6022]

Hello from Newcastle NSW. I have raced against haphazard in the past. Nice lines and a quick boat. great sailing adventure series. Have watched all three videos and have subscribed and along for the journey. You have to hand it to Aussie designed and Aussie built boats. A Radford 14m fast passage maker. Looking forward to the show and tell video and future adventures.

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thanks for your comment Tony.

[@asinterestingaspossible7836]

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[@simonthmy]

I saw 8.7knots on the log .. was that your maximum speed?

[@avonneave2131]

Batten the hatches and get an automatic bilge pump. Nice vessel, handles well ay, solid effort Matey. All the best from here in West Australia

[@armandhammer2170]

WOW! The BEST single hand footage I've seen here. Balls of steel my friend... Cheers!

[@kohsamuienglishclub6133]

That was wonderful to watch. I don't know how to sail, but this has inspired me and now on my bucket list. Safe sailing and thank you for sharing.

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Hope you get out sailing soon

[@Niner9er]

Great video! Quite an impressive task for just one person

[@oceancowboy6981]

Dude I envy you!! You are we’re I want to be in a few years of crossing oceans your a badass sailor !! And I just bought a 40’ ketch blue water boat in Panama thanks and be safe cheers from Texas

[@flyingfox10001]

8:50 perfect conditions and a joy to be on the water, during the day that is, nights are nothing short of fearsome for a lone sailor in windy conditions!

[@MichelReymond]

Dear Captain, To me your merit is the same as those who went on the Moon ! amazing courage, skills and adventurous spirit !!! thank you for sharing your experience

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thanks but the moon is a big deal. There are plenty of us sailing on the ocean and I'm happy you enjoyed the video and hope to share more going forward.

[@mikealdiblangeo7469]

BRO this sounds so sick!!! I just inherited my dads boat and now I'm inspired to do this tomorrow! Many thanks. -Austin

[@matthiasberger2256]

Respect, it's so hard to capture the real adventure that's happening out there on camera, but you did such an amazing job, I could feel my adrenaline pumping, and that's from my safe working desk :)

[@captainscarlegs3621]

Thanks for your comment Matthias. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@napolionilahi4166]

Much respect!... takes alot of courage to sail solo!

[@louisjinhui456]

Hello 2020 survivor! I love the feel of this. This is simple entertainment for me I watched more of your channel already. Feels good to watch this today. Keep posting i will come back for more.

[@nolinovio6748]

awesome footage! please show us how the damage on the bow was fixed

[@jdaniells1821]

amazing raw footage throughout the passage, all respect for you mate! thanks for sharing, its inspiring cheers from Ecuador

[@Quizical1000]

2 unskippables at the start is ruthless btw

[@azul_5157]

Thanks for the great video and your sense of humor.

[@zzzsydneyhom1379]

Well done mate! It felt like I was at sea for the past 12.25 minutes! Lucky to have an aluminium yacht or that hole in your hull could have been much worse.

[@mackcarson6729]

Ally ok but you really have to look fter what paints and coatings you use. Plus what you rest on her inner plates. Personally. I prefer Steel After trying Concrete and Timber planked (Back in the 'late '50's to 70's.) 3 times Steel. 30ft .32ft Pugh. and 42 ft Boden from '70's to selling last one 4 yrs ago at 76 yrs old. Bounced over/off Several trees after Coastal Cyclones. (Australia) One Channel Marker (Unlit, female driving)) and bounce off a Container in shipping lanes S/W of Strahan (Tassie) Convinced me on Metal hulls Specially for Single Handers. I've seen the inside of fibreglass hull skins when they hit something. Stell Bends (my fist fitted in dent but no leak from Container) I just welded a sqare of 8mm Plate over dent. so no stretched skin and a talking point Multi Chine, Plates 8mm, Keel side plates 1/2in. Keel Bottom plate 1in thick. Front of keel, formed into stem.. 3/4 wall Tubing. on a 32ft boat..I did all my sailing round Aust, and NZ. Apart from sailing here from UK in '72 in a 32ft Hartley Concrete . They the MOST comfortable. BUT slow sailors on the bouncy water. My early sailing was on North Sea in the Winter mainly on Trawlers, Yacht club in the mid '50's. ALL rough waters. Nowadays I just read you lot and what you doing (80 yrs) Brings back memories. Dream it. DO IT........ You'll only regret IF you don't.

[@ksc743]

@@mackcarson6729 interesting comment. An experienced sailor friend of ours some years back sailing longhaul solo in the Atlantic in a solidly built timber boat sadly never made it to his destination. Neither he nor his boat were ever found. We think maybe he hit a container. These sailing vids make me think of him and all you brave souls who take on the might of nature.

[@mackcarson6729]

@@ksc743 Hey. When I was young (20's) The Atlantic was the thing. UK.Spain/Canary's. Chuck a rightie and off you go. Gran Canary waters was covered in a big oil puddle in those days (old ship leaks.)Every waterline was thick crap/oil. Multi's were very popular Tri's more than cats. Home made Ply. I know several who sailed past floating ply sheets on way over after a blow. Nobody will EVER know how many started but didn't make it.No records. I had a Jarrah Planked Ironbark Keelsons ribs etc. 27ft Nicholson. copy. Beautiful. but 8ft 4in beam. 4 ft 9in draught. Ply decks, covered and single pot Bukh Donk. WET.... But beautiful to sail. Some waves you went through instead of over the tops. It was real sailing in those days. Hardest thing was hanging onto Sextant when sighting and keeping charts dry. Plus getting the fresh evap water from your Tyre tube/plastic, desal' and the rain runoff from main. (when??)

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@@mackcarson6729 yep, this old world of ours is a very different place now. You were born in a happy time but then came World War ll. The 50's up until the 90's were a great time too (I was born in the 50's). I can only imagine what sailing was like back then. I'm sure it built character unlike all the softies these days!

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@@ksc743 Softies are made in the Western World since 50's...