TOO MUCH SAIL? Pushing the limits of the Outremer 55

[@KRON1990]

Possibly one of the best catamaran videos ever. The format and sound was incredible.

[@rolfsvensson5777]

I like the way it rides and sits in the water! Bow a little higher! Nice!

[@americanpatriot8402]

Really interesting to follow your channel, and where you guys are now. Hat tip to Outremer for selecting you guys to journal and document their product. For those of us who potentially will become a catamaran owner someday, this kind of content really helps us in not only determining what to consider, but how the process of purchasing the boat is, and how they help customers learn their boats and how to sail them. Good job!

[@malibuchakra]

This going to be so much fun. I hope you have starlink to upload across the Atlantic. Hope you are all healthy.

[@TheOKellys]

Yep, just installed the marine dish…

[@carsonc1272]

@TheOKellys Awesome, hope that we can get a few reviews of the marine starlink. Maybe before you leave an install, why it's different than the other dish, and subscription packages video. Then maybe a review while underway on how it's performing and why it's a game changer. And possibly some after thoughts after you make landfall. It seems like starlink is always changing for the better so getting the latest information on where it's at is always welcome.

[@jansmith3158]

Congrats on your amazing amazing new boat. Please sea "d...r..fuell..mich grand jury day 1" = cant put why due to sea sor ship...but, its' about what you were talking about in the beginning of this vid. HAPPY NEW YEARS 🍾🥂🎉💙⛵🐬@@TheOKellys

[@btrotta]

@@carsonc1272 Look at Sailing Awen. They're posting daily videos of their Atlantic crossing. It's pretty amazing to see a 10-12 minute video EVERY DAY. You couldn't do that without Starlink. And it's good stuff. Zatara have done their usual weekly videos while at sea plus daily photo updates thanks to their Starlink. And when Nahoa was doing their crossing, they too were posting weekly videos while at sea. For a sailing vlogger it really does change the whole game. Where they once disappeared for a couple of weeks at a time, or had to work their butt off putting multiple videos in the can right before departure, they can now continue to put out content in real time while at sea.

[@SailingAquamarine]

@@TheOKellys The Marine Dish? Money to throw away? Everyone installs the standard dish with Local roaming and switches on priority when they go offshore. I look forward to the video on that decision process!

[@jodymooney255]

I so can’t believe this opportunity of sailing a 55 Outremer! Fantastic video and I’m sure you will not be able to purchase a boat less than the Outremer! Just so happy for you both!❤

[@Peter_Herrman]

Hysterical to see Nick cackling w/ gleeful laughter because he's having so much fun and then the pan to the hurtin' units in the salon. :o) I mean, they probably didn't think it was hysterical...

[@TheOKellys]

There was a bucket involved…. Genuinely sorry to put them through it!

[@MuddyDuck...]

Fantastic that you are going to have a professional crew for the big crossing - not only from a safety and confidence building perspective. But the fastest way for you both to learn so much more about the boat. Am really excited for you... 👍 In the meantime am sorry to see Megan under the weather - but hope you are soon fully recovered 💪 Take care & ATB

[@TheOKellys]

Every really successful businessman or woman I’ve ever met said the key is surrounding yourself with experts and never ever stop learning. It’s a shortcut in just about every endeavor. Thanks for the note. Megan already feeling a lot better 9 days in.

[@jamesaron1967]

Amazing drone shots of this beauty at speed! I had a big sigh of relief when you said you'd be taking some crew on board for your trip. I know these yachts are about as good as it gets but they can be a handful in challenging conditions as all high-performance cruisers are. It's not only prudent but absolutely necessary given the little time you had to become acquainted with her. I also think you will learn far more with experienced crew to help you than without even if the voyage ends up being largely uneventful. There's always more to learn when it comes to sailing. Glad you are feeling better and all the best for the New Year to both of you!!

[@mikeferguson2828]

Excellent footage of the cat being pushed which is just so nice Nick. Not often one gets to be able to do this and not pick up any bills if something breaks 😉 . We always think of the repair costs and tone things done a bit but we got hit in a nasty squall sailing down from Thailand to Langkawi, Malaysia just over a month ago. We had horizontal rain and 500m vis and winds sustained between 35-42 knots on the beam. Going inside was just so quiet and comfortable compared to the roar outside. Nice to have a cat that can handle these conditions …

[@TheOKellys]

Yeh Mike we don’t push things hard like that on our boats, but good to know she can take it! Safe travels! Happy new year!

[@johnmoser1162]

I said always nothing beats an Outremer ... have fun !

[@sailingtova]

Glad you are feeling better Meghan!

[@FighterFred]

Wow, you've moved up one level to semi-professional. Real stuff and a great boat. Thanks for letting us arm-chair sailors come along.

[@AORD72]

Great having a skilled crew to gain knowledge for when you race Holly and Stefan.

[@TheOKellys]

They have those pretty black sails! We'll fly in the pros! LOL

[@Sommers234]

Great to see you get back on the helm! After Decades of regular sailing I took 3 years away for reasons I won't bore you with. I began to wonder if I was going to enjoy it again. For the next year I sailed as much as possible here on the Chesapeake and never enjoyed it more , with more confidence than ever.

[@SecretSquirrelFun]

So exciting. I’m so excited for you both. I really hope that, (given video time versus real time), you’re already feeling better❤ If not, I hope you’re feeling better very soon. Take care of each other. Big hugs. 🙂🐿🌈❤️

[@TheOKellys]

She’s feeling a lot better, thank you!

[@SecretSquirrelFun]

@@TheOKellys Oh that’s so good to hear 🙂. I hope you both had a great Christmas, ate way too much food etcetera 🙂 I had lunch with my big brother at his new place in Newport (about an hour north of Sydney Australia). We walked down to Newport Beach and swam together in the beautifully brisk Tasman Sea - BEST thing EVER. Thanks again for sharing your adventures and I’ll see you on/in the next one ❤

[@SecretSquirrelFun]

@@TheOKellys Oo la la - I wonder if French c0vid is fancier ..... somehow . Makes you even fancier than you already are (obviously) 🤣

[@dahak972]

4:55 mark is a great shot of what you were talking about the wind. Thank you!

[@wilsono-mt4nu]

Great sailing video

[@vincemarco]

Great to see you push the boat with crew experienced with this boat!! Highlights what I like about your channel, and really has forced me to add the Outremer 55 to my list of top desired boats.

[@TheRiseofSuperman]

Yo, Nick. I think Outremer gave you the boat because you have the late night FM DJ voice. 🤣 Safe travels, and Happy New Year🎉.

[@TheOKellys]

Lol

[@shainester]

Enjoyed all of the traveling videos, but it’s nice to see you all getting back on the water. Looking forward to you bringing us along for the adventures to come. I really enjoy your honesty and humility that comes through in all of your videos.

[@6MISFITZ]

To be at the helm learning the ropes on a new boat over the holidays, nothing better! To be sick over the holidays and not be on the boat, hell! Really hope Megan is feeling better and back on the boat soon Happy New Year

[@TheOKellys]

Truth! Happy 24 to you!

[@malibuchakra]

Looks like fun. Nick is speaking English with French cadence after the sail. Very funny.

[@TheOKellys]

I can understand French if they speak slowly, so trying to return the favor. Lol

[@MiniCat.Australia]

Yep noticed the same (ha ha)

[@RebootTheCatamaran]

I do that all the time in foreign countries, it helps

[@jamespollock994]

So happy for you guys. Been watching since the beginning! Can’t believe you’re on your dream boat! Enjoy and be safe!

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Great episode! Stay safe O'Kelly's and keep rolling! 👍👍

[@TheOKellys]

Thanks! You too!

[@ThoughtfulWander]

@@TheOKellys 👍👍

[@exploringlife738]

What an absolute blast! Thanks for taking us on the ride ⛵

[@user-sj2nr2jh1u]

Love it Nick... wish I could join those rides !!!! Happy for you guys :) Get better... its "just" a flu ! And if you need backup crew for your crossing let me know :)

[@LeeYvesMexico]

Sooo glad you're both happy! EPIC Channel for sailing folks who don't sail. Happy New Year!

[@IainMcClatchie]

Okay!! Glad to hear you are bringing crew. No question this is the right decision.

[@stude292]

Wow!!! Really well done. Rare lack of hubris, thoughtful, patient dialog, warmth and open-ness enable a shared excitement in both the educational and physical preparations. Can't wait to see more. The "interaction" between the staysail and the genoa sheet caused me real headaches- sailing single-handed, raising the staysail at the mast (instead of the cockpit- bad planning in my installation), 135's sheet prevents full hoist, gotta ease the sheet (cockpit), staysail flogging in 30+ TWS, yeah... I put the staysail on a Schaefer System 1100 (me: much smaller boat; you, of course, would choose a larger version- pick as large as possible to load as large a diameter furling line as possible (so nice in the hands) to a self-tailing winch) and wished I'd done it 4 years earlier. Delightful is an understatement. Now, if only I could truly safely and quickly reef the main significantly off wind in "real" conditions... Still trying different designs... Best wishes and, again, can't wait to see more!!! -Paul

[@exploranator]

Nick: "Show us the ropes" was one of the few times that that expression was used in the 21st century (by you, in this case) WHERE IT WAS ACTUALLY USED IN THE EXACT SENSE FROM WHICH THE SAYING FIRST ORIGINATED! It was a pleasure to see that little bit of etymological history in action!

[@carryonsailing]

Really happy for you folks! Delighted everyone is feeling ok now too. FYI sometimes bearing off the wind when the gust kicks in can bite you in the tail as its hard to predict how strong the gusts can be. Particularly with the apparent wind at 100 deg. Generally, on Apocalypse we will turn up into the wind and put in a reef depending on the conditions. It is really helpful if you have the actual apparent wind speed limits of the mast and sails. Then you are not left guessing. Safe passage folks and best wishes in the new year.

[@TheOKellys]

We got’em! Cheers!

[@_Daio_]

That's a nice cat. I don't think you'll like giving that back, let's hope they forget you have it.🤞🤞🤞

[@TheOKellys]

Maybe we paint her another color…they’ll never find us…

[@rbnhood39]

Nick it appears that you were having a blast zipping across the sea. Your new boat is a speedster. Happy to see Meg is on the mend. Poor thing, I know she really wanted to be on the boat.

[@gefginn3699]

Your best out-tro music critic approves of your choice on this post. Love your music selection. Take care there. Hugs ! ⛵️🌴🌞

[@TheOKellys]

Thanks. Just getting the seeds of a new track together now. It's kind of Vangelis-y. Think I am going to post a little behind the scenes on the super-secret Monkeys on a Rock channel here in a bit. Check it out and lemme know what you think.

[@maddie99377]

Looking forward to the next vid! ❤️

[@donhanley1339]

You are having a very intence sailing lesson from the PRO, with strong and gusting wind sailing of and back to heading, my heart would be in my mouth at 18 knots. Great work bring it on .

[@justinstevenson5807]

Right on Nick! I could see the joy in your face while you were in the helm! Enjoy the ride sir!

[@itama0]

You have the best of teacher in Marc. He did our handover and I sailed back from Cannes boat show with him on our boat. Super knowledable and calm as a rock even when things gets sporty. The boats are amazing. From Cannes we had 25-30+ kn true and did multiple runs above 20kn boat speed. Full main and switched between gennaker and full genoa (aws between 15-20kn) but the boat where stable, very happy and all quiet on the inside. You will have a nice run with her to Miami. The most stressful thing we have experienced is to get back into the dock in LGM..!! Enjoy and soak up every advice Marc will give you!!

[@TheOKellys]

That sounds pretty rad! Yeh Marc seems a cool customer and we really appreciate that vibe. Hope he can come with us! We gonna cross paths with you before we go?

[@itama0]

would love to but not if you leave in a week or so. Hopefully you get back to next O-week and O-cup. We can definitely catch up then. DS the trip from Cannes, apart from a bad sea state and everyone getting a feel of sea sickness, it was fully relaxed even in 20+kn boat speed. Give Marc our regards! @@TheOKellys

[@nj1nj169]

You guys are great, love seeing you with this opportunity

[@timwoods603]

Wow just Wow! Megan, hope you are feeling much better. Nick you handled the 55 like a pro. If given time you guys wouldn't need a crew for the Atlantic crossing but it is wise that you do. I look forward to seeing the crossing.

[@TheOKellys]

Thanks Tim! Gonna be a blast!

[@beazleteats4031]

Audacious indeed...an Atlantic crossing so soon after receiving your new boat...good idea to take along a couple of Outremer pro's. Safe sailing.

[@rew3103]

GO'Kelly's Go! Long overdue and well deserved! All the best in 2024 :)

[@SailingSisu]

Wow, this video looks like it's going to be an exciting one! Pushing the limits of the Outremer 55 sounds like a thrilling adventure. Happy sailing and safe travels!

[@FaithHopeLove77]

Smart move taking some crew. Safe travels and happy New Year.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Really excited for you! You are going to learn so much on your trip. Having supper knowledgeable crew is going to make the trip so enjoyable. We'll try to make it to the show to see the boat :) Safe travels!

[@6800891]

Love watching wisdom temporing ambition. Its the less visible ingredient to your success. Can't wait.

[@TheOKellys]

Well said! That's pretty much it!

[@jasond8734]

So excited to follow along with this journey.

[@perryburgess2894]

So excited for you two!! Can’t wait to watch this awesome opportunity

[@robinchristol6319]

was fun !

[@TheOKellys]

You are amazing with the drone Robin!

[@thewedword]

Nick you haven't sailed in over a year, but you looked rightvat home in all of the wind and speed, a true pro! Loved it bruh, can't wait for the upcoming adventures ✌️.

[@RebootTheCatamaran]

The drone footage really shows what it’s like to sail on a catamaran-showing the size of the waves on the boat never captures what they’re really doing. We are cautious sailors and try to never let our sails get overpowered, but sometimes we’ll have full sails up in 20kts apparent, which is the limit before reefing in our Lagoon 380. Gusts up to 25 had me super anxious 😬 but we and the Reboot were fine because we were on a close reach in smooth seas. Our skill level isn’t anywhere near yours yet, and I am loving these videos because in a way you are doing beginner things as well because the Outremer is such a racehorse! Megan, feel better 🫶🏻 having the spicy crud (as we call it here) really sucks 😭.

[@Jccj93486]

Yalls channel has always been very good but this is starting to get really exciting. Looking forward to the prep and crossing.

[@bobhaze5324]

Oh Nick, the joy in your exclamations as you were sailing was all that was needed to communicate how you felt about the sailing experience! What a wonderful Christmas present. Happy New Year and Bon voyage❣️

[@TheOKellys]

Merci!

[@TheOKellys]

Merci!

[@3tsedwards]

So much fun Thanks for bringing us along.

[@tomriley5790]

Great video! Really interesting to watch you learning and getting accustomed to such a fantastic boat. Having the professional crew on board is a great call especially with Outremer's support, it will be a fantastic learning experience! Good luck looking forward to the videos 😊!

[@kenham2323]

Proud of you guys!

[@kimblemooney2757]

How exciting! A dream machine - my passion for this has grown watching you have so much fun!

[@docdurdin]

ADVENTURE TIME, yes. Good to see you both on the move again, doing what you love.

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Good choice on getting some crew to help you all out! 👍👍

[@juergenzenner4219]

Can’t wait that the journey starts! Let’s go west!

[@TheOKellys]

Whoop whoop!

[@msears101]

yeah. A real 100% sailing video. She sails beautifully.

[@carljohnson5006]

That looked like fun. Good move bringing quality help.

[@drknight8519]

Love it! Love it! Love it!!! I have watched this video 8 times! And gives me goosebumps. ❤⛵️

[@matthewkorwel1099]

This was fantastic sailing. Love all the details and seeing that boat fly. Just as I was thinking how upwind in high winds looks fun but would never be practical with our family on actual long passage, you called it out that this isn’t how cruising mode works. Nice job keeping it real 🎉

[@7kmkeane]

Very smart decision regarding taking professional crew. To do it on your own being relatively unfamiliar with a complex and powerful boat would be foolish, ignorant and careless. What I have learned over decades of sailing is that the ocean is unemotional and passionless regarding your existence. The ocean will do what it will do and does not suffer foolishness indefinitely. The foolish eventually get caught out and it doesn't usually end up pretty. I have seen it repeatedly. Best of luck on your future adventures!

[@salasyee7020]

Fantastic seeing you like this. It's amazing how much I learnt how to DO things by watching your vlogs and how NOT to do things by watching some other channels. Thanks guys. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🙏

[@timhardman4764]

looking forward to the Crossing!! Will be fun and glad you have some professional crew to help break in this boat for you.

[@curtishyde1842]

That was an awesome and I agree with what she said you can almost feel the spray and you could feel the excitement

[@michaelneitzel5634]

WOW! Talk about OVERLOAD! I know your Atlantic crossing will go exactly as planned-but I'm looking forward to your PACIFIC crossing in the future even more!!!

[@sodunkwales7361]

What a beast that boat is, good luck loving you back on the water.

[@alfreddaniels3817]

It’s a big machine and the forces on it are big as well. Wise to take professionals with you in case something goes not according to plan. These outremers have been tested and tried extensively though. Sailing Great Circle f.i. A speed of 18 knotts is not very impressive though, every 18 ft cat does it regularly.

[@vivianeriesterer4279]

amazing footage from the sailing, love it

[@casmms8362]

Epic is not the word for this series, with the most down to earth people. Been watching you for years, even debating Patreon before signing up to it, yes an Amazing adventure for You and as an Outremer representing the finest crafted vessel they can deliver. Pat yourself on the shoulders, From Norway happy new year

[@TheOKellys]

Thank you! Happy New Year!

[@Prime72]

Happy New Year! 🎉 Can‘t wait to see your 2024 Outremer journey!

[@chadgautier1004]

@TheOKellys - LoL! Good to see y’all out in big breeze w/ qualified professional coaches recommending great sailing practices!! Fun to see my small contribution to your script on the “bare away” subject in breeze!!! Still laughing w/ my fiancé about that. Sail on safely my friends!

[@robertmcmahon1221]

So excited for you.

[@trevorward9680]

Excited for you guys....well done!

[@gavinferguson]

fench sailors are just so cool in big winds crewed for afrench skipper on an 80ft maxi and we were out in similar winds and he's never stressed great feel for the boat..

[@stephentimpe]

I really loved this, the sailing detail was wonderful. Godspeed.

[@TacticalCastle]

So excited for this! Happy new year!

[@user-fl9nn1es6v]

Great to see you guys back in the game. MAYBE they will give you a really great deal on your own boat if this in fact is not it.!!!! Happy New Years and be safe out there.

[@defdaz]

SO EXCITING!!!! So happy for you guys

[@pleclerc1]

Nice to see you guys back on the water, and sorry to hear about Megan getting the vid, I did as well for the 1st time in October, luckily for me it was not bad at all...get well Megan!

[@TheOKellys]

Yeh Patrick, this strain seems to be getting around. A LOT of coughs and sniffles over here. Megan doing wayyy better now. Thanks for the note!

[@RiverWoods111]

It really is a blessing that it was Christmas week and Outremer was closed because Megan you will have time to test negative before a bunch of people return to coming aboard. I am also glad that you will have professionals helping you get this boat across the Atlantic Ocean. By the way, the best way to describe getting this boat for the time you are getting it is as a collaboration between you and Outremer.

[@TheOKellys]

Yep, well said!

[@originalgelbegefahr]

You ask one of the big questions - how to properly reef this huge square top mains? Turn from a beam reach into the wind, getting hit by a wave might turn into a major desaster. The decision to take Outremer guys with you is absolutely the right way.

[@terrykeever9422]

Y'all have a safe, healthy and Happy New Year.

[@captainsukycannon1167]

Great presentation! I love this boat. Enjoy the ride!

[@mikemendes7598]

WOO HOO! That looks like way too much fun. Sailing with pro racers is a WHOLE different experience than cruising. Esp guys that are super familiar with the boat and know how far to push it. What a rush. I am super jealous.

[@joeunger6106]

You guys are amazing. What a boat,!!!

[@SailingTipsCa]

Such a great opportunity to learn in bigger breeze and flatter waters with the pros! Also nice to have some help on board for at least the first part of the journey across the Atlantic!

[@TheOKellys]

Yep, pro instruction always a shortcut to proficiency!

[@rgmcontractors9033]

At 8:04 mark I was like… hm… that is not for me. Hopefully I won’t get in these conditions. And then at 8:50 Nick said that it is not for him either😁 I’m happy I’m not alone! Cheers!

[@TheOKellys]

lol, some people make a big deal about Windward performance….cat, mono, tri….until you do it in ocean conditions for a bit. Good to know she can, but…cruising….yeh any experienced sailor tries to avoid it.

[@RebootTheCatamaran]

We just did this in 5-8 foot seas at night and never want to repeat the experience 🫣

[@claytongillett8249]

Very excited to watch the transatlantic trip!

[@scottkeiser8454]

Lots of fun! Be safe and Happy New Year.

[@davidbauerdorf1324]

Happy New Year! Great to see you out sailing. That boat looks amazing cuttting up wind!!

[@marlowehardy4499]

Glad you’re taking crew. She seems like a great fast boat! Safe sailing! Happy New Year!

[@TheOKellys]

Happy new year!

[@Youngathearttravelers]

Happy new year!! Here’s to a truly epic start to 2024! 🎉⛵️

[@TheOKellys]

Heck yah! 2024!

[@jeffcossaboon5012]

What an amazing boat, and amazing day on the water. Would have loved to be there. Looking forward to more of the adventure. Blessings.

[@robw2379]

Sailing fast in those conditions is exhilarating and exhausting. Glad you could test the boat's limits with a crew of hardy souls on board. I just got "the vid" at the tail end of our 3-week vacation. Spent the last 5 days in "covid-jail" in a hotel room, feeling miserable, and trying not to infect the rest of the group or hotel staff. Yeesh.... what a way to spend time abroad. Glad Meghan is feeling better.

[@TheOKellys]

Hope you feel better quick! Nasty bug! Cheers!

[@MikeC19100]

Glad to see that the covid symptoms are lessening and wishing your all the best on getting healed completely before you depart the area. I can honestly say I have some idea how it impacts your lifestyle as I caught a severe cold that almost became pneumonia the week before Christmas. Since then we had to take our full time RV Fifth Wheel home in for service and have been living in a Hotel since the drop-off day, but I still am not back to 100%. Regardless, hope you get all the kinks worked out of the voyage prep work and that you can get everything together for your cross-Atlantic voyage.

[@TheOKellys]

Hope you feel better!

[@peterjopson5950]

Great episode 👏I hope Covid will be kind before the Atlantic crossing …looking forward to the next episode and coming along for the ride thank you

[@adventuresofanamputee]

Wow that was a cool video! Love all the sailing footage. Get well soon Megan!