The Realities of Crossing the Pacific Ocean, Part 2 GEAR FAILURE (Calico Skies Sailing, Ep 226)

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

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[@eileenderheim3768]

Once again, you two stay calm and in control when crisis occurs. A sign of a true sailor. ♥

[@RichardSwinton]

u guys are what I would call a realistic portrayal of what real sailing looks like on a long passage. so funny all the baskets full of veggies hanging everywhere. Love it. Stay safe.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Thank you!! Yes nets were everywhere and came down as we used our provisions!

[@lpauline]

I love your sailing videos. They are so peaceful .. just waves slapping against sides of your boat .. no shopping center crushes, no clanging traffic noises ..just peace punctuated with food and, oh yes 'How do we fix this.'

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Thank you for your message- Our goal was to keep it peaceful, happy to hear we did that!

[@jhaedtler]

great tip on Better Health.What helped me the most was I volunteered to speak to new Cancer patients. My reasoning was I had no one to speak to prior to my throat cancer surgery. And when a new patient sees that they are not alone in this it really helps. They recover faster knowing there is life after cancer! Keep up the good work Kid-0, Proud of you both!

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Glad giving back helped you out! 😍

[@js7127]

It amazes me Grace how thin those sails are and the abuse they can take before giving out. Thanks for the update though am sure you have already arrived.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Crazy eh?! They take so much flogging etc

[@njbaskipper]

Hello, Calico Skies Crew. Even if everything breaks, above all ATTITUDE, this is an expensive hobby and sport, where nothing is right until it tells you. But what HAS NOT BEEN BROKEN is LIFE, I hope you are both fully and happy. Proverb: Your life will change radically, when GRATITUDE is greater than COMPLAINT. 🌬️🌊 ⛵ Good fortune and God bless you.

[@michaelpullen2004]

20:03 Grace your hubby truly loves you. Great vid too!!

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

😍

[@HazelHammond1505]

You can't think of everything Bill. don't beat your self up. It's not like you were doing nothing before you left. Beautiful water and beautiful sun rises and sun sets. enjoy your meals.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

haha true!

[@shannonlowe2412]

You guys rock. Love that you don't let little setbacks get you down. Getting out of my comfort zone at the moment taking my sailboat through the Trent-Severn Waterway,. It's 41 Locks to my Lake and I'm doing it without my husband. It's just my son and I. Your videos have helped me to seek more challenges in my sailboat. Thanks for sharing ⛵❤️🌏🏝️🏖️🍻

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

wow impressive! That a lot of locks to deal with

[@efiorentino1024]

Bill asking on day 5ish "Do we have any cheese"? Hahaha, I can only imagine Grace's reply!

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

😂 them be fighting words!

[@michelleb1248]

I could tell from the beginning of the video that you both were not feeling well. Glad you recovered. Sorry about the Code Zero sail guys, that has to hurt. Hopefully all will go well with the sail options Bill talked about. You guys have worked so very hard for this, can’t wait for the next video.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Not great timing to get sick but was so much work up to the crossing, wore ourselves out

[@julianbatcheler9970]

offshore pasta looked good and I bet it tasted special... loving the crossing

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

sometime just need a nice warm meal!

[@DonMcConaughy]

Stay strong guys, you got this. Let your love for each other be your strength, and weather the storm! Love you guys

[@feanor3876]

I love the way you two process and absorb the problems that you encounter and still highlight the good parts of the voyage. I bought a 4k tablet today, i can finally appreciate the beauty of the passage.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Thanks so much! Neat on the 4k tablet. Not sure if our macbook pro dislays are 4k would be cool to see the difference

[@rosiegirl3558]

my goodness this poor guy seems to be captain crew and everything else. its a lot to take on. very strong man good luck

[@russellneville7145]

Well done calico skies. Your doing grate guys. Bill, your an absolute power house. Sure you have had some set back's, but hay, your going to get some of those on every big crossing. I've had the pleasure of catching up with the wonderful Brook & Gary. They are waiting for their next weather window. Keep up the good work 💪 SV Kiwi Lady Opua Bay of islands New Zealand 👍🏿

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Right on! We hope we can catch up with One Life!

[@olivergomez7235]

Bill, U DA MAN.

[@Tie-onsAdventures]

Hey guys.i have a puppy wagging her tail towards me. As I type. She deff and Marley who's blind leading her to me. That tail wagging is love. Long story from 🇨🇦 . Bill. Keep loving your girl.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

awww! only thing we're missing on our boat is a pet💓

[@brianwade4136]

you guys are rock stars!!! sheesh...Me & BIll were just talking about the code...in la cruz! looks like you are still making good time and eating finery! it's all about the pasta on Wades Aweigh! keep on keeping on! Capt. Lawnboy!

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

We loved that sail! Luckily its being rebuilt :)

[@loisphillips5826]

Hi Bill and Grace. Great video, nice sunsets. Too bad about the sail ripping....plan B. Always look forward to your videos. Thanks. 🧡

[@seafuryphil]

The color of that water 🌊⛵️❤️

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Thats when ya know you are truly offshore!

[@rayb3117]

Tough with the sail damage.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

It was a bummer!

[@anapacha85]

loved seeing these kinds of videos from you guys again, so sad to hear that your sail was blown off, but i guess you guys made it just fine. cant wait till next vid.. much love

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Thanks for watching!

[@Joe-zt7ef]

Love you guys!!!! Please stay safe and care for each other.

[@Dwade689]

Awe to bad about the code o , no worries, just use the bed sheet and remember, the corner goes up the pointy thingy 😂

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

LOL we have a new on on order!

[@crphilipp]

Looks like UV and dry rot killed the Code Zero

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Yea i think the most likely culprit was UV damage from all the hours of use

[@chrisphinney6430]

awesome video. love seeing updates

[@bubbagail7450]

Ya'll just handle things so well. Great vid.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@CranstonFong]

Well she s got a few miles, and she tore, can be replaced, or a sew project, you too are so inspiring and beautiful together, you source your problems,you over come , Bill have a ice cold beer , enjoy the islands ,have you seen Brian and Kazza, and Sierra?? That would have to be a 2 part video, get drone shots,the water color is Beautiful, Northern California says Hello 👍🤗❤️🌹 Shellbacks , and pirates smooth weather safe travels ✌️

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

We have a new one on order with Precision : )

[@christopherhutchings9621]

Getting y'all's sail blown up sucks, but as always y'all perseverance takes hold! Gotta say, Grace you've always been kinda the voice of the channel 👍 but Bill seems to have grown as a commentator, love y'all from dry hot Texas. Fair winds following Seas y'all 👍❤️🇺🇸

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Thank you! Def have more to contribute when on passage LOL

[@heidiribkoff3585]

Love you guys. Do. Not. Change. Be. You.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

thank u 💓

[@yesbigfootyes6902]

SAINT TRAINING +++ BE SUPER NICE AND ALTRUISTIC WITH EACH OTHER AND THE WORK WILL PASS +++ IMAGINE +++

[@ejs6010]

Your sail is progressing along.

[@rickkwitkoski1976]

Thank you for this vid.

[@californiakayaker]

Thankyou guys, tasted delish. Actually, just dreaming.

[@th-zd4oj]

You guys are so positive

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Theres an old saying the difference between an ordeal and and adventure is attitude ha. We try to remember that when things are going wrong!

[@jmills1432]

That was such a great episode i felt has though I was there . Loved it keep up the great work.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@freebeerecords]

Awesome pacific vibes here, many thanks!

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Our pleasure! The Pacifico aka peaceful ocean, we can dig it ha

[@mikecolucci771]

so, the Code D that blew up, I;ve seen you use that for a while now and the nylon in the sail material has been pout through a lot. If it were me, id replace it with a true code 0 made with a heavier laminate material and thats the in between sail ...(genny, code 0, assym)

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Agreed we are in the process of replacing it, we considered laminates but decided to replace with the same material albiet a heavier grade nylon. We didn't want to lose the light air performance, laminates were heavier than nylon. Also we wouldn't have the ability to repair minor tears in the laminate in far off places. It's all a compromise! I think ultimately we may have to replace on a shorter time frame bc our heavy usage👍

[@TammyBillings-qt1ve]

Excited for this adventure.

[@rainfinger]

Great video!

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Thank you!

[@alejandrovanags4948]

Thanks for sharing! So interesting to watch your adventures.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Our pleasure!

[@brucegarrison4999]

This is a great video thank you very much

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Glad you liked it!

[@leeoldershaw956]

You really should have your inflatable harness on at sea any time you're on deck even in the cockpit.

[@darrengladstone3159]

Oh agree, actually they should run jack lines and stay tethered too. I mean in the cockpit, into the cabin and especially the head. Statistics show if you fall in the home it's going to be the bathroom. Think about it... ❤

[@MrFroglips69]

Groovy episode as always. The bad news is your Code Zero is down for the count. The good news is are living your life on a sailboat which is on it's way to French Polynesia. The rest of us are sitting in front of their computers or TV watch you. LOL!

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

😂 new one is being built as we speak!

[@jellybean7253]

So sorry about your favorite sail. That has got to be disheartening. Hang in there

[@davidlawrence8800]

If it's any consolation, we blew out a 1 year old Gennaker on a 2 year old boat in last year's ARC . . . As did at least 1 other boat. Too much wind. Should not have had it up. We limped the last 1/3 of the way across on main and genoa, in much lighter conditions when really could have used a Gennaker. So you're in good company at least.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

ohh man ouch! Can't wait to have it back

[@lazzj4995]

Pasta recipe please - food was looking good

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

It was some random cheese pepper sauce we got in mexico

[@cutaway7405]

Too bad about your code 0... You have an arsenal of back up sails though!.....If indeed they are teflon, you might want to read up on the dangers of teflon pans and their impact on health....I stopped using them decades ago and soaking nasty stainless steel pots in shallow soap water makes them easy to clean. These days we need all the help we can get....Wishing you 2 a speedy comfortable crossing!🎉

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

The code zero is made out of Nylon, our new one is also going to be nylon but a little heavier

[@KennyP88]

That’s a hell of a blow out. Can’t imagine even a sailright sewing machine borrowed from another cruiser will hold that material together. Sun burnt disease, seems to me. Have you found something to replace or possibly have repaired it by now?

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

we have a new one on order with Precision, think its too blown out for repair

[@KennyP88]

@@CalicoSkiesSailing great to hear.

[@DirkJacobsz]

sorry about your Code 0

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Total bummer! But Precision is building us a new one as we speak! 😀

[@DirkJacobsz]

@@CalicoSkiesSailing How exciting - well done - get a sun protector strip on it..

[@DD-xx8wh]

blue water!

[@pattiauburn9109]

Do we have any cheese? If I recall correctly, y'all have a shit ton of cheese? 😂😂😂

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

🤣🤣

[@angelarice1670]

Was it a question of the quality of the sail material? Construction issue?

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

Think it was UV damage over the years of use, we always covered it up when stored but it was flying for 100's or hours

[@haroldjohnston5842]

Why do we have to go fast😮

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

not so much fast but comfortable and fuel savings

[@sails3538]

A good question... pushing a sailboat over 5 kts offshore breaks things fast. It's expensive to sail fast, ask any racer. SV Florence learnt the hard way by breaking their boom crossing the Atlantic.

[@svmojo]

Y’all are welcome for the Beverly Hillbilly’s reference.

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

hahaha!

[@vempronordeste2841]

👋👋👋🙏

[@lentongrovetrust5201]

You are looking really tired Grace, be kind to yourself

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

I had a virus unfortunately :( hugs 🤗

[@audentesfortunajuvat3297]

bill please buy sv delos from brian after their boat si finsihed

[@darrengladstone3159]

The best way to mess up a friendship is to buy something big from them. ❤

[@audentesfortunajuvat3297]

@@darrengladstone3159 yes its true specially if you have no plan on paying them or you bite more than you could chew. don’t buy if you dont have money

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

LOL not sure Delos is in our price range!

[@philippedaudi1056]

I like your vids. However, they seem to be ONLY for English speaking audience: you Bill, you talk do fast as if you are talking to yourself. Pleae consider. Your channel deserves a larger audience 🇸🇪

[@therooster1234]

Every channel is running better health ads it gets a bit old. I understand you have to pay the bills.

[@js7127]

Agreed, It is the new AG1!! LOL!!

[@jodymooney255]

Why are you both complaining?

[@robbylafont]

I don’t they are complaining as much as they are making an observation….

[@mezanian]

​@@jodymooney255do some research on Better H...the reviews and feedback from clients is disturbing 😳

[@mezanian]

When I made a observation on the research on this "company" it was deleted immediately. Be aware, if their response is silencing critical thinking.

[@davidhawkins27]

So the dude sails the boat, cooks her meals and then cleans up - seems fair ??

[@Dwade689]

She’s kinda getting over cancer, show some respect

[@dennispatrick4999]

Just watched Delos. You guys will be there too soon. Not sure how far behind your videos are now. It's June 7th in real time.

[@julianbatcheler9970]

In real time Delos was hauled out on May 9 and Brian & family are working on their new boat in Australia. I think Grace & Bill arrived in Fatu Hiva around May 16.

[@dennispatrick4999]

@@julianbatcheler9970 Yes, saw it. Didn't as about Delos's real time.

[@julianbatcheler9970]

@@dennispatrick4999 LOL

[@dennispatrick4999]

@@julianbatcheler9970 It must have gone over your head; especially since it wasn't addressed to you.

[@julianbatcheler9970]

@@dennispatrick4999 LOL LOL LOL

[@brd893]

Let’s go to the up to date life. You are lazy. You could be one of the top channels. You tell good stories Stop nonsense.😢

[@CalicoSkiesSailing]

We are one of the most up to date channels by far, actually. This is now 5 weeks ago in real time. The timing ebbs and flows because sometimes we film more and sometimes less. So when we arrive into the Marquesas it will speed up a bit. Anyway, I don't like when content gets too far behind myself but for a big undertaking like the Pacific crossing what it means for the viewer is you get to see more of the actual passage. Think about it, 20 mins once a week is something like .1% of our annual life! So with that math the only way we could be real time is if we filmed far FAR less and had the sole goal of filming 20 mins of content each week regardless of the contents subject (and we edit for several days a week so that would get boring fast!) The other tricky part is that we can't plan filming, it happens organically so there are a lot of challenges to overcome with respect to being far from real time. In any case I won't call out other channels but of the ones I follow I can't think of one thats anywhere close to us with respect to timeline. One other interesting thing, we edited on this passage which is another thing most channels don't do. That is one of main reasons this content is as close to real time as it is. Happy you are here with us and also happy to answer questions!! KZbin can feel like quite the smokescreen sometimes I'm sure.

[@julianbatcheler9970]

@@CalicoSkiesSailing personally, for me, you are already one of the top three sailing channels… and you inspire me. If you were as big as La Vagabond you would probably be basically a business by now like them. I stopped watching the channels who all went off and got brand new catamarans. They tend to lose the plot… mentioning no names… a channel which used to be very much about the sailing… this week spent time fixing and bitching about the ice machine not working on their new million dollar cat. I am hoping Delos and Nahoa can both break the mould and transition to new cats without it being ‘omg our ice machine is broken’… for me that ice machine summed up where sailing channels go wrong.

[@salnichols94805]

Bill’s audio always sounds like it’s playing at 2x compared to the background.

[@darrengladstone3159]

I think that's how Bill talks. Pretty sure his low gear is just called "sleeping"💤