WE NEARLY SINK OUR BOAT!! / Preparing To Cross The Biggest Ocean In The World Ep 115

In this weeks episode we nearly sink our boat, carry out some DIY, start our provisioning and chat about our plan to cross the biggest Ocean in the world!!
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[@SVSeaChange]

Final thought, don't be scared, it is straight forward, I did it solo last year no problem, my first ocean sailing, only used 20 gallons of diesel to Nuku Hiva. And it will rain hard in squalls to collect water.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

That's fantastic to know. We were wondering how much it will rain as we always collect water at sea. Getting through the doldrums is the main worry then it's in the trades will be straightforward

[@SVSeaChange]

@@TheSailingBrothers Forecast looks excellent, GO!

[@surbitonflyer]

Well, I don't have the words, You guys are so amazing

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you so much!! 🙏🙏

[@allbushnocraft3031]

No way you are out of your depth as you have proved from an ex navy sailor I would be happy to cross an ocean with you two. All I see are two humble resourceful capable and now experienced seaman, doing it not talking about it. You have my respect 👊

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you so much indeed that is really kind ✌️👌. We have so much respect for you being an ex-navy sailor 🙏

[@scottireland5414]

When I was stationed at Quarry Heights, in 1974, there were people cooking meat on a stick over charcoal coffee cans, on 4th of July Ave. Always bought some on the way back to the barracks.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Sounds like a fantastic way to cook meat 🥓🤤

[@brucebrown9604]

Another fine video! Don’t forget to use a water resistant feltpen to write the content of your canned food on the end of each can... if the labels fall off due to dampness, you’ll still know what’s in them! Better than random picking 😂 😎

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Bruce We did write on all the cans afterwards with parents marker. Don't really fancy canned fruit for tea 🤣🤣🤣

[@smash7777-]

Oh man! Did I just see socks and sandles or socks and crocs? That’s too funny! 😂 👍🙂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Socks and Crocs. My feet sweat 😅😅

[@smash7777-]

@@TheSailingBrothers awesome 🙂👍

[@paulbyrne2035]

Funny you Guys only wear sun hats in the supermarket😂 Be safe Guys!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Luke looks ridiculous 😂😂😂😂

[@KatKin123]

Yeah! Pacific Adventure is go go go. Really looking forward to hearing all about it in 50 days 😂 Well done boys 🎉

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Going to be an absolute epic adventure ⛵🌍🎉

[@stuartnicholls1569]

Re sand on steps. Very good idea, nothing is more slippery than water on smooth varnish. Don't just through the sand on everywhere. Mask out the area, I usually just have 2 or 3 strips of sand nicely spaced across the step, can look really professional. Remember KIS keep it simple, and less is moor. Love your video's appreciate all the hard work that goes into them, and very very good luck on crossing the Pacific. What stories you will have to tell.

[@user-lv7ph7hs7l]

That's a great idea, I'll remember that. Just need a boat now :)

[@lindsayhenderson5844]

If the sand is too fierce then use sugar. Once it's dried wash the sugar out with water and you end up with a nice textured non slip that's not going tear your clothes or skin.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

I did make a complete hash of those steps 😂😂 I rushed it and didn't do a proper job. Your way sounds much better and I bet it would look amazing . Thanks for your best wishes for the crossing Stuart 🙏

[@josemcheremm]

thanks for always keeping it real. If you change your mind about crossing the pacific right now, I recommend you head north to the Sea of Cortez in Mexico. It's where I first started sailing and it's incredible sailing grounds. Also once you're done exploring there you can cross to marquesas from La Paz which is what a lot of people do. And if you do decide to cross now then I wish you all the best and hope you have a memorable adventure. Fair winds mates.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Jose definitely given us something to think about. I've heard a lot about the Sea of Cortez sounds really good 👍. Ideas 💡

[@annedelahay857]

We left from La Paz, 26 days to the Marquesas, I think it can be a bash up to Mexico and you might need to sit out hurricane season before as it will be to late to go once you get to the Sea Of Cortez.🤔

[@rooteetootee]

I believe SV Delos is currently sailing this route

[@sallyjane8392]

You’ve got this guys, the sailing part is easy. You’ve prepared well and you’ve thought of everything so just enjoy. Keep your skin clean to avoid saltwater sores. We washed everyday in a bucket of saltwater and then wiped the salt off using 500ml of fresh water and a flannel. Cook your veggies in saltwater. We sailed for most of it, I think we only motored for less than a week in total. Just keep doing your daily checks on maintenance to stay ahead of things. Just think how proud you will feel when you have achieved this goal. To avoid boredom we used to have a daily speed comp. We would throw orange peel or floating garbage off the bow and time it to the stern. Guessing the time and speed, the loser cooked dinner or some other boring chore. We ran the spinnaker for a whole 7 days at one point. We ran out of cooking gas, so we’re heating tins on the engine, not very effective. Of course we didn’t have all the weather routine electronics that you guys have now but the world hasn’t changed that much. Chafe is your biggest maintenance issues. Sail safe my friends. Sal R38 EOS

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hi Sally Thank you so much for the insight into your amazing passage. Sounds like you had a lot of fun out there and you remember it all 😁. We always cook in salt water offshore and wash ourselves and clothes in it. We have plenty of cooking gas so that shouldn't be a problem. Will keep a good look out for Chafe 👌. How much rain did you have?

[@nautichunt84]

You got this, it's going to be interesting to see if she heels as much with all that extra ballast haha

[@TheSailingBrothers]

I don't think she will heel at all with all the food on board 🤣🤣

[@nautichunt84]

@@TheSailingBrothers that's what I meant by extra ballast haha

[@davidheaslip4413]

I really really loved this episode . May Buddha speed .

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks David 😁

[@lvid-ro7cz]

Don’t forget cheese lads, love the channel good luck and most of all relax and enjoy

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Lvid. We will definitely not forget the cheese and thank you so much for your amazing donation

[@coffee6783]

I hope you remembered a good fishing rod or two. 😉 It took Plymouth Barry from Adventures of an Old Sea Dog around 50-55 days to solo sail across the Pacific due to high seas and no wind! You two have each other and know how to fish, something Barry doesn't do - plus, you have Atlas!!! 👍You can do it - no problem!!! 👍👍

[@chuckfoye4563]

It took Barry 71 days, and damn near mentally broke him.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We have a good rod and lots of lures. Will be fishing everyday hopefully catch ourselves so mahi-mahi or tuna if we are lucky. Hoping to spend no longer than 50 days out at sea but we shall see. We watched Barry crossing the Pacific ✌️

[@richardayres2949]

First competitors have finished in the golden globe race and one competitor used just 255 litres of water in 230 days at sea. Don’t forget you can catch fish for protein. You only actually need about 70g of protein a day and beans, nuts etc all also have,protein. You’ll be absolutely fine, enjoy.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

That's not much water for 230 days. I'm pretty sure they would have collected rainwater. Will be fishing everyday hopefully catch ourselves a mahi or a delicious tuna 😋

[@tomnash6252]

50 days is only counting down 50 cheese sandwiches - best of luck

[@TheSailingBrothers]

If you think about it that way 🤔 🧀🧀🧀🧀🧀🧀

[@stevesheppard5616]

You boy's will do just fine. Remember, if you can sail the Bristol Channel you can sail anywhere in the world.... 😉

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Some sailors are terrified of the Bristol channel. It is a tricky place to sail. Pacific is nothing 😉🤣🤣

[@stevesheppard5616]

@@TheSailingBrothers 👍

[@markbragg5078]

Great video again lads. A lucky escape with the sea cock but a good lesson learned...... Check and double check. Stay safe and we're looking forward to the next video. Take care.🙏🙏⛵

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Mark I definitely lesson learned with that. I messed to in the seacock off next time. Could have lost the boat 🙈

[@markbragg5078]

@@TheSailingBrothers Be careful with the bilge pump pipework also. When your fully loaded Atlas will sit deeper in the water and we don't want water running back into the bilge.🙏🙏⛵

[@dale6349]

Hell of a lesson!!

[@johnoleary169]

Bloody hell fellas you are golng from one challenge to another keep it up John

[@TheSailingBrothers]

This is going to be the biggest challenge of our sailing lives so far ⛵

[@markwilliams9793]

You'll be fine boys! Good luck!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Appreciate it Mark 👌

[@snowyowl539]

You are more than capable of this journey and I can’t wait to see it . Good luck xx

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you Snowy Owl 🦉 💪💪💪💪💪

[@Sincity6996]

Wow, I loved that overhead shot of your anchorage in the beginning. I'm about to start my sailing journey next week, and that was a good idea of what I'll be dealing with out on the water. Great vid. 👍

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We wish you the best of luck with your sailing adventure oh yeah 😄

[@coffee6783]

Oh, and you should have left the sand on the steps - not only prevents slipping but good for your feet saving a fortune on reflexologists! 😉 I use self-adhesive sandpaper strips on steps which prevent slipping.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

I totally messed it up 😭 Next time do a better job in the first place 😂😂😂😂 Great ideas Coffee

[@tka1528]

If you stack you're cans of food neatly you will have a lot more space and can better distribute the weight

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Yes you'll probably right but 🤣🤣🤣 We are lazy

[@markclifton14]

Guy you learn something everyday. I did not know that there was very little wind around the centre of the planet. That is going to be one long passage. I hope Mother Nature gives you some nice wind. Perhaps you could find a local witch doctor to give you a luck charm to help you on your way. Good luck Guys . Have a safe passage.👍

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Just need some wind to get us the first 1,000 miles to the tradewinds. 5 or 10 knots will do! Giving us some ideas with the witch doctor 🤔😄

[@dale6349]

Delicious!!!

[@fraserduff-yv8tl]

It’s good to be anxious before a big crossing, I think it’s normal. You look well provisioned lads maybe a fresh fish or two would compliment your tinned meat. Safe journey lads and enjoy. 🤙

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hoping to catch lots of mahi-mahi and tuna along the way. We are all prepared and super looking forward to it Fraser ✌️

[@keesveldkamp]

My heroes.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Kees ⛵😁

[@wellsgb1957]

You are both up to it gentlemen, good sailing ⛵️ 😁👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Appreciate that Andy 🙏

[@MichielVermeulen-oq7pq]

good rooineks you are my heroes !!! greetings from south Africa.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Greetings to you Michael in South Africa Superstar 💪

[@MichielVermeulen-oq7pq]

@@TheSailingBrothers i am a South African Friesian thanks anyway! The rest of the family is in South Africa! You guys are My Hero looked the latest tonight thanks a lot

[@Lordlugworm]

Hi Guys - fair play your still bang at it... Just a quick question... Why did you remove the wrappers from the canned foods? Possibly becuase they gonna get damp or what.. Regards - Luggy Fishguard..

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey We removed the labels because cockroaches can lay eggs in the paper and glue. Also because labels fall off so we write on the can the contents ✌️

[@richardayres2949]

Stayed in that marina. If you are heading SW towards Fiji etc I believe the big issue is lack of wind so take plenty of fuel. We went Galápagos, Hawaii and then Japan but up near japan it can get wild in the wrong season.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Fiji is on the cards at some point. French Polynesia is the first islands we are going to. Sounds like you had quite the adventure Richard 😁

[@nigel3809]

I would suggest a composting toilet rather than a PortaPotti (smelly things). You can also remove holding tank and all the thru-hull fittings. Fair Winds!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Decisions hey Nigel 🤔 Shall see what we can get our hands on in New Zealand

[@Jason114752]

Y’all should buy some Wag bags. We use them in the Army for waste/poop disposal. This might be a compromise and you might not have to actually use them.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Never heard of these wag bags Jason, sounds like a really good idea 💡😄

[@f109ged]

Pob lwc a hwylio hapus! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 May the wind fill your spinnaker ⛵

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks for the luck we appreciate it. Some Spinnaker sailing would be perfect 👌

[@superformOG]

adventure awaits!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Sure does 😁

[@CRi5_Ryder]

Fish & Collects as much Water as you can fellas; I'm sure you'll both be fine but your right in being mindful, it is a Massive Ocean Distance & Challenge; Big Respect from Yorkshire England to You to Welsh Lads. Safe Crossing & Fair Winds Me Hearty's ⛵🌐, Don't Forget to take lots of Footage, Ill wait in anticipation for your safe crossing, Good Luck Fellas All the Best.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Whenever it rains we'll be catching water and fishing everyday hoping to catch some mahi mahi or tuna. This is the biggest challenge of our sailing lives and we are very excited but equally nervous. Thanks for your best wishes 🙏😁

[@jaysea1553]

blimey guys you got enough food to keep you going for ages what with the water as well atlas will be sitting low to begin with but will soon level out good luck guy's

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We have bought too much food to be honest but better to be safe than sorry. Once the water and Diesel is on board she will be low 🤔

[@Gobucky63]

God speed to you both! I think your doing it right by not rushing and trying to think it out! I’ll pray for you often along the way! 🙏🏻. Can’t wait for the videos of your trip when you get done!!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you very much indeed that is very kind of you. Bring on the Pacific Ocean 🌊

[@sailingstardreamer]

Good luck boys looking forward to seeing what you do but not looking forward to you not on here for a few weeks. Stay safe Steve

[@TheSailingBrothers]

It's going to be a while before we upload again. Soon as we get to French Polynesia grab some internet we can upload the first episode ✌️

[@richguest]

You need an electric bilge pump working off a float switch lads!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Yes we certainly do Rich

[@nikibunga5168]

I would like to say good luck but I bet your there now 😉 🎉🎉😊😮

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Haven't left for the Pacific crossing yet 😔

[@popcornlover948]

You guys are great, thank you

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you popcorn lover 😁😋

[@pieter-jan26]

You guys are looking great! Our family loves your videos

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Pieter 🙏👍👍👍⛵⛵⛵

[@kevinpotts1521]

You got this, everyone is pulling for a quick (ish) passage. Be safe and stock up on MRE’s

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Kevin really appreciate it 🙏

[@paulbrown2971]

You should be thinking about El Niño building at the moment and how that will impact your sailing plans.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

It's on the mind Paul ✌️

[@dale6349]

I saw Adam mocking you while you were making a video!!😂

[@TheSailingBrothers]

That's me 🤣🤣

[@paulkopp3634]

I can understand your nerves lads but as others have said think of what you’ve already experienced and achieved. I know we see a fair number of pacific crossing on YT but in reality its a huge thing done by a tiny number of people. You’ve already done what 99. 9 % of the population of the whole planet will never do .How awesome is that ? Most of the people we see doing big ocean crossings and circumnavigations maybe don’t share their nerves and fears as openly but you can bet your boots they feel them too . I think you should be proud of your achievements and I think you may inspire others , maybe not to sail across an ocean but in other things in life which may be just as massive to them . Keep safe and best wishes .

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey Paul Thank you so much for that lovely comment really appreciate it. I've always said we are extremely lucky to be in this position and to experience what we already have experienced. Universe and excited about this upcoming Pacific passage. Really just can't wait to get it underway, exciting stuff 😁⛵

[@paulkopp3634]

@@TheSailingBrothers cheers mate, yes there’s a bit of luck involved in every endeavour but you still have learn the skills and put in the work, mental as well as physical to make it all happen don’t sell yourselves short .

[@andrewdee4214]

See you NZ . Catchprase from crossing the Pacific..” should have bought more !!”

[@TheSailingBrothers]

See you in New Zealand Andrew It will be should have bought more cheese 🤣🤣

[@sandrabell9043]

Great planning guys - I’m a kiwi you will enjoy NZ but it’s a bit expensive so be prepared

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We heard it's expensive 😞 Super looking forward to visiting though

[@CapeCodTrainTodd]

Panama looks like a nice place. It is amazing how EPIC your sail is going to be. You don't have plans to stop at the Galapagos or how about Easter island? The Pacific Passage is going to be awesome!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Panama is a lovely place and the people are amazing. Really looking forward to heading offshore. Skipping Galapagos as it's £2000 to check in 😤

[@CapeCodTrainTodd]

@@TheSailingBrothers 2000!!! well that is one way to keep out the riff raff. That is crazy. Happy Sailing.

[@rainfinger]

You can do this!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Rauf ⛵

[@waltervanderboor]

Sailing in the doldrums even the code zero or spinnaker isn’t of much help. We’ve been stuck… you need the iron horses sometimes for days. Just prepare and go, you can do it.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We are prepared for days of no wind just drifting in the current. Hopefully we can pick up something along the way just to keep us moving a little. Taking plenty of diesel anyway 😀

[@atuanderson]

Another brilliant video, always honest, love it. Don't worry about what you did wrong. Just think of what you guys have done, and accomplished so far! Good luck for the crossing.🤞

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you Auanderson 🤘 We really appreciate what you said 🙏

[@hallbergrassy352]

Adam & Luke, you will make it! Thanks for being honest and true about both fears and expectations, it’s a great quality of your channel! I really appreciate your reasoning about the very long crossing ahead, the unbelievable amount of supplies you need to bring, and all the preparations. Despite the difficulties, I hope to experience similar adventures in a few years myself! Take good care of yourselves and Atlas, and….. ENJOY!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hi Julia We are always true and honest 😁 A serious amount of planning and so many provisions to take. It's great you have plans to do something similar ⛵ Atlas will look after us

[@annmcwilliams1230]

Why don’t you put in a water maker and have a composting toilet as can be bumped over the side

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Compost toilets maybe an option or a porta potty. Would you like a small water maker however we don't have the battery bank at the moment 😞

[@bugbunny1306]

You need a bilge pump and bilge alarm.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We do need an electric bilge pump

[@julianbatcheler9970]

Some scary stuff when the water is on the wrong side.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Could have lost the boat 🙈

[@julianbatcheler9970]

@@TheSailingBrothers but you didn’t… so don’t beat yourself up too much. It was a mistake we could all have made.

[@dale6349]

Holding tank!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Porter potty

[@triggerfish999]

From what I’ve seen from your channel, you two are well equipped experience-wise to deal with this challenge. I’m sure you are way ahead of a lot of sailors with your expertise. On top of which, you are working so hard to prepare…so the actual trip will be epic and brilliant. Here’s looking forward to your next episode. 👌

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you very much indeed Roger that is very nice of you to say 😁 I would like to think we are quite experienced now ⛵. This is the biggest passage of our lives

[@robdevine4495]

I wonder how much cheese your need Good luck boys plod on

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thoughts and lots and lots Rob 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@davidstanley-op6fj]

watch the sailing video Bubbles it will put you in good stead for your adventure so good luck lads KRO going all the best

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Is that the documentary David? If so we have seen it it was brilliant

[@davidstanley-op6fj]

@@TheSailingBrothers yes lads .so keep right on and share with all of us your adventures

[@beefabob]

It was sad to see that your 'home' improvements went a bit tits up. I myself learned about fifty years ago, that DIY stands for... Don't Involve Yourself. In regard to your forth coming voyage, stay safe boys and may you have fair winds and following seas.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Everything went wrong with the DIY. Maybe someone or something is trying to tell us something 🤔 Thanks for your best wishes 🙏

[@cbrucewarren]

good luck on this next leg, fair winds!!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We have all our fingers and toes crossed 🔀

[@chuckfoye4563]

You'll be alright, you havent killed each other yet, so you got that. Look out for each other and let the little stuff be forgiven. Its the mental part thats the hardest, food and water can be had.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Very nicely said Chuck 👌 Definitely need to look after one another at sea especially

[@eddiegribben1397]

your probably out there now in the middle of the pacific smashing it ,would love to see the skies n stars out there you guys are blessed taking us on your journey we can only dream about enjoy every moment ,your on a path very few humans get to do french polynesia gonna blow your mind

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Haven't left yet Eddie. Still waiting for that all important weather window. The stars at night they are incredible out there. We are extremely lucky to be able to do this and share the experience with you all 🙏

[@eddiegribben1397]

@@TheSailingBrothers I'm coming with you next time lol il bring cheese

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Welcome aboard 😁

[@stefanm67]

You'll do it guys... I've got total confidence in you. Don't give in to doubt... together you can do it.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Yes we can do this!!! ⛵⛵⛵⛵⛵

[@ooweesaler]

Rather you than me guys. That said I am with you every step of the way. 👍 I am glad its not just me that has boat diy issues. 🤣 So much to do and.... I need a hloding tank for Turkey. Go boys go, show us how it's done.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

It's going to be a challenge for sure. Can't wait to get stuck in. I think we all suffer from boat DIY issues 😭😭 Better get that holding tank fitted

[@davidstiglitz4341]

best of luck. may the winds be with you.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you David 😊

[@grahamlongley8298]

Try sugar on the varnish for non slip

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks for the advice Graham 😃

[@petebowler7295]

Another informative honest video. Have faith in yourselves. You have the determination to fulfil this epic task. A belly full of Wendy's has kept me chuckling for hours!😅 Fair winds to you both. (If it's possible through the Doldrums .

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Pete I'm sure we have got this. It's going to be a challenge but we are up for it. Especially with a belly full of Wendy's 😁😉

[@johnlawrence7268]

Hi Guys. I'm an ancient but fairly experienced yachtsman and get my sailing now from KZbin channels. I prefer "sailing" channels and have tried and sacked the blue skies, booze and bikini ones. I came across yours the other day, I enjoyed what I saw and think yours is "relevant". So, I've rewound to EP1 and will take it from there. It looks like there are over 100 so if I get up to date it'll show how much I enjoyed them 😮. I'll let you know now and again how I'm doing. Sail safe, cheers John.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hi John Really appreciate you letting us know how much you enjoy the channel. We are too crazy cheese loving sailing Brothers 🤣🤣 keeping its real! We hope you enjoy all the episodes that you are going to watch from number one. Thanks John let us know 🙏

[@robertanderson2008]

Wow guys such a long way.. will we still hear from you will you be able to send and receive Internet, ?? we do hope so. But what an adventure your going to have. I hope you have all the flavours if bait help to attract the fish because that would be great to catch some good game fish.... do you ever chuck out your boats lead ballast and use 2 litre plastic bottles filled with fresh water then when empty refill with sea water too matain your boats ballast weight. I've done that on mine then I've still got the drinking water and the seawater for ballast once empty.. bet apart from being scared you are both ready for the challenges ahead and what a sailing adventure it's going to be. Fantastic.. look forward for your new adventures.. Tregaron Robert.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey Robert We will be posting a updates on Facebook weekly. This will be done through a friend on land as we will not have any internet out there. We will be fishing everyday hoping to catch mahi-mahi and tuna. We are nervous but also very excited to start this huge challenge. It's going to be amazing Thanks Robert 😄🤘⛵

[@robertanderson2008]

Wishing you plenty of both joy and good fortune for catching lots of fish and I will be looking forwards to all your episodes. Big thumbs up.

[@dickvanderpijl6218]

Will be thinking of you guys. This trip is tricky and adventurous but you are careful and experienced so I have no doubts that you will make it. Wishing you fair winds and good heath, keep safe!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We have all our fingers and toes crossed and going to use our sailing experience to get this passage done 👍 Thanks for your wishes Dick 🙏

[@XXLaffinGravyXX]

Hey lads im with Sailing Mahala ...go sailing up and down the coast..Be some great content...so you can ride out til June after Hurricane season🙏🤞 😮. You come so far and its not a race its the journey lads ...plus theres loads of Cheese in them thar Casa Ley supermarkets 😅😂

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey It's not a race as you said need to take our time and enjoy every second. Plenty of cheese here but it's quite expensive 😞. Plenty of options and things to do 😉⛵

[@Gyp527]

Amazing video! Feel better Luke!❤️⛵

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you really appreciate it 😊

[@davidcrouch1969]

Abc. Always be casting, line that is! Track your water and have fun! Awesome to watch your journey, thanks!!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We tracked our water usage when we crossed the Atlantic. Will be fishing everyday for mahi mahi and tuna 🤘

[@user-pg9sh1mr1q]

Hallo Sailing Brothers, I have total faith in you! You're honest about your worries - but you're both capable, and look how far you've already come... [La Gomera to Martinique is just under 3000 miles, and that's three quarters of this bigger trip - and you've come even further than that, from good old Cardiff Bay😀]. Hope you're feeling better now Luke, and our hearts go with you both across the Pacific👍🌎⛵

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hi Kate Thank you for your message it is very nice of you to say. Super looking forward to getting out there and getting this job done. It's going to be so good! From Cardiff to French Polynesia 😁👌⛵

[@kristianhalldearn1476]

Absolute heros! This will be EPIC!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cant wait Kristian 😁

[@christyhanlon554]

All the best of luck to you both. Watching your channel from the beginning, I know that you both will do this mammoth task. Try to enjoy every minute of it, it’s probably a once in a lifetime opportunity you both have , RESPECT!! Hope you’re feeling better Luke👍👍👍🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪❤️❤️❤️

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks very much indeed Christy Starting from the very beginning with the sailing Brothers classics 🤔😂😂😂 Will enjoy every second of this epic adventure to come. Luke is feeling much better now thanks

[@christinehammell6365]

I think you'll feel better once you've set off. Take care , all the best xx

[@TheSailingBrothers]

When we get a couple of days into the passage we should settle down nicely into the rhythm of Life at sea ⛵

[@lausagne4764]

"fruit in there, done" love your attitude boys😂 made my day

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Lau 😁

[@kennyboyle4042]

Will you be doing another long episode like the crossing the atlantic? Love that video, very well edited.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

That is the plan indeed. Thank you for your compliment

[@colinfletcher5023]

Hi lads less sand and more coats of varnish should work❤

[@TheSailingBrothers]

I put way too much sand on therr Colin 😯

[@julianbatcheler9970]

It's the sailing equivalent to climbing Everest. And you guys are SO SO SO not out of your depth. I can't imagine two people I would trust more to sail across with little or no troubles. The distance is the only issue... it will be fun. As for the doldrums, sailors have drifted through them for many hundreds of years before they started using engines. I hope to take an electric outboard to help but I would never use up diesel to cross it. I think the Indian and Southern oceans are more scary... it is the sheer scale of the Pacific... all the land in the World will fit in the Pacific with plenty of room to spare... and you look on a globe and it takes up nearly half the entire world.... it is a big arse place and no mistake... but this is the goal. I want to be there within four years from now. Catch up as you come round again! I start a new job later this month whch I really have no great desire to do... but it's the best paying thing I have ever done and every day I work I will be thinking.: this is for the sailing fund.... this is for the sailing fund.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hi Julian We have got this. It's going to be amazing something we will never forget sailing across the biggest ocean in the world. Not too worried about doldrums they're always seems to be a little bit of a breeze here and there we can pick up. Taking plenty of diesel just in case but we don't want to use the engine it's too noisy and hot. Indian Ocean is vast and can get quite choppy. But the Pacific is the biggest and greatest. It's something definitely to look forward to even though you may not enjoy the job every penny put away is one step closer to your dream. Hopefully we will see you back in the Atlantic on the way round 😁⛵⛵⛵⛵⛵⛵⛵⛵

[@stefflus08]

Thanks guys, I thoroughly enjoyed the glimpse into your planning. I hope I didn't contribute to your anxieties with my questions about NZ in winter, I since found an overview of stormy seasons in the different regions and it's not the worst place to be, albeit rather cold. When I think about how I'd be daunted by the vastness when my time comes, I remind myself that it's called the Pacific for a reason. On the other hand, there's talk of El Niño, how does that affect trades?

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hi Steffen Thought you enjoyed the episode and a brief look into our planning. You didn't worry us about New Zealand we are super looking forward to visiting. It's the biggest ocean in the world and super excited to start sailing it. I don't see how El nino is going to affect our crossing 😁

[@winstongray9818]

We'll guy's look how far the both of you have come, now, getting read tocross the specific ocean what a great achievement guy's keep living you dreams the videos are now telling your side of a great adventure, ya'll sharing to everyone just be safe out there,make shure you catch that big fish 🐟 looking forward to seeing the updated 🫣🤙🏾

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey Winston Can't believe it's been 2 years already. Now it's the Pacific Ocean 🌊. Super excited to explore and we will be catching lots of fish on the way I reckon 😉😁✌️⛵

[@jeffwelsby943]

Gents, you are amazing. Your updates are fabulous and brilliantly filmed/edited. The very best of luck on this epic adventure. Hope the doldrums are kind to you and you pick up a decent current to get you by. As always guys take real good care. 👍

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you Jeff that is very nice of you to say. I'm sure we will pick up some wind out there and say it's a nice Southwest flowing current. Thanks for the luck Jeff we appreciate it 🙏

[@Rittlesleo]

Good to hear your boat is afloat! Sorry you're not feeling well. Try to get sunshine, eat seafood (for the zinc), apples (for the quercetin), cut the carbs (it's all sugar which suppresses immune system) and don't worry! 🙏😊

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank God it is still afloat. Feeling a lot better now I think the worst is behind. Eat healthily and in moderation 😁

[@simonking3768]

Good luck guys, you will have an amazing time.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Simon 🙏

[@jimmyccam]

You're both gonna be fine. You're preparing to suceed and you will. Just remember not to shoot the albatross! Fair winds, or any old winds will do. Remember the footage of you chucking thin air into the sails, seemed to work. 🌬🌬🌬

[@TheSailingBrothers]

I'm pretty sure we will be fine. I would like to think we are quite experience now. If we are struggling through the doldrums I will blow air into the sails 😂😂😂

[@dale6349]

Helado-ice cream

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Love ice cream

[@shirlebryant9427]

Thanks again for sharing....on the houseboat on the lakes of the Ozarks

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Bloody fantastic Shirle 👌

[@lanetatom2701]

Collect as much rain water as you can when you can. And fish.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

That is the plan Lane ✌️

[@barbiewarner530]

wish u fair winds my dears...and lots of luck

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you so much Barbie 😁

[@alexandramorkin400]

Wishing you all the best. It will be incredible 😊

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you Alexandra ☺️

[@kiwired352]

Fair winds and smooth sailing 😊😊

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Kiwi red 😁

[@morgancmill]

Honest as ever boys!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

😉⛵

[@johnryan2193]

Not to worry, you were lucky with the pipe leak , hopefully no major damage. Love your channel,just a message to help the logarithm ! You guys have a choice, blue pill or red pill ! A day at a time.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

No damage only very embarrassing 😚 We will take the blue pill 💊😉