When Things Go Wrong at Sea. Adventures of an Old Seadog, ep127

Engine failure while entering a bay full of rocks during a storm. Its not all plane sailing for the Old Seadog.
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Boat:
White Shadow is a Van De Stadt ‘Seal’ 36 (11 metres). She is hand made in steel, 2004, with a round bilge (hull) and a modified coach roof. This makes her a ‘one off’ and in my opinion the most beautiful Van De Stadt 36 ever built.
The camera gear:
Main camera is a Panasonic Hc- V770 with a Rode External mic. My old camera is now my number 2 is a Panasonic Hc-v700. Most shots are done with an external mic (Shenggu sg 108) with a sponge and dead kitten attached.
Action stuff and small blogging is done with a Sony Hdr-as30v.
Underwater video Gopro3plus.
Editing:
Final cut pro on a Macbook. Most of the material for each video is filmed over a period of several weeks or so and the editing of each episode is normally done over a day. This process can take longer if original music is used or permissions are needed for copyrighted materials etc. Much time is spent sorting out technical problems. In this case I normally get the help of a younger person who understands computerie stuff!
There are also times when filming, editing and uploading is not possible due to being at sea or in locations with no internet access.
Content:
I have found that filming and releasing material over a period of time is better than doing ‘vlog’ style videos and trying to make episodes out of whats happened in a week, regardless if it’s good content or not. By filming over a period of time I can be more selective in what goes into each video. My aim is to avoid ‘bland and mundane’ and have at least one or two exciting and interesting events in every video. Every video has to be entertaining.
Comments and being at sea:
I love reading your comments. Most weeks Im able to read everyone. I cant reply to everybody but I do read and enjoy them. Keep them coming! There are times that It might seem I'm not on the internet for certain periods, this is normally when Im at sea on passage. While Im out on the Ocean I have completely no communications with the outside World.
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[@wallyklw5]

The biggest threat to life out there is Barry himself. God love him, he keeps on ticking.

[@merrymoppet]

I personally do really appreciate you sharing your drama and emotional rollercoaster in the face of technical challenges. Good job saying “fuck it” at 3am and then getting the job done, bravo!

[@martinlawrence8427]

Epic sailing and resourcefulness getting that engine going...total respect from a scaredy cat land lubber!

[@evanofelipe]

The reason why you’re still able sail after thousands of miles alone at sea is that you acknowledge your fears, it’s your constant instinct of survival that kicks in and makes you turn round away from the promise of rest to the safety of the open sea. Thanks for sharing your depths of dispair when things go wrong. The fact that you ‘regrouped’ and found a solution is the characteristic of a survivor. Many would have carried on and risked the boat and possibly foundered. It took courage to stay out at sea for another blustery night. Tiredness, fatigue and exhaustion lead to poor judgement and when you on your own there’s no one to tell you. Well done Barry let’s hope you have many other birthdays to make up for this 🤙

[@ronaldstarkey4336]

Well said ...and Happy Sails... lol

[@oskar3514]

living on the edge. Maintainance is key for safe sailing, and your boats needs tons of it!

[@luiscalvo4244]

It is amazing how neglected the boat is. Not only what used to be a beautiful boat but himself. The lack of maintenance, tidyness is just disturbing. Disaster coming up soon

[@MrBlockyTV]

Well the pacific crossing took over 40 days that took a lot out of the boat and at the first islands after the crossing had no facilitys to get some repairs in. So its not like he had a choice .

[@AndreasDuessca]

MrBlockyTV if you watch the travels of SV Ran, the boat is clean and tidy even after a crossing and maintenance is never skimped on. It’s day and night. I’d sail with Johan anywhere in the world, i wouldn’t cross a pond in this boat.

[@oskar3514]

@@MrBlockyTV The boton paint was neglected before the last crossing, with tons of stuff growing from it; few of the lines seem to be in urgent need to be replaced. The deck has soo much dirt on it that you can hardly notice if there where any issues... maintainance is donein advance.

[@marshallmurrell4583]

@@MrBlockyTV He coulda/shoulda done a bunch of that stuff before leaving Panama.

[@roymurrayanderson7573]

From despair to victory! Never surrender! Happy birthday! Get your pizza!

[@solstar4778]

Your lines are getting quite frayed and replacement is imminent and your hull requires a good scrapping good video blog👍🤠💝

[@luiscalvo4244]

The whole boat seems in good need of a good clean and a bit of overhauling... Looks pretty desgusting to me

[@poche660]

@@luiscalvo4244 Lack of everything. Too much time thinking about beer and pizza.

[@ronaldstarkey4336]

Wondering what the lines are frayed of... lol

[@geoffallen1331]

This is so honest I love this man and his channel

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Cheers Geoff

[@billb.6336]

Barry needs to learn the principles of sailing ! His illogical caution is actually causing more problems.. I have never seen his boom sheeted out at all and 2 main sheets gives a wrong shape to the sail. Going slow allows growth under the water-line, which slows the boat even more ! More damage is done by not letting the boat sail to its potential. That anti fouling job was useless. Being inefficient puts more strain on the rig in all points of sail except beating to windward . If beating is scary then reef and sail off the wind a little. Letting sails flap causes damage. The quicker you reach your destination , the quicker you are out of danger. Barry was worried by a fishing boat 200m off his stern. Why ? ... Was he going backwards ?

[@markjones3361]

I did wonder why in earlier episodes he was saying that there was not enough wind to push him along, yet main had 2 reefs and the genoa partly furled, yet in this ep he had it all hung out and was overpowered.

[@thommw]

You are right. I think his problems come mostly from a lack of confidence. He is alone and scared and so he cannot use the boats full potential which puts him in danger. He is in over his head and I am worried what will happen if he gets into really bad weather.

[@richardwiley5933]

He sounded really concerned (scared) when he said he'd never reached 7kn before. That kinda makes one wonder, don't you think?

[@wienerwoods]

Yup - Barry is a great guy and quite a character, but his sailing skills need work, The best book I've ever found for this is a tiny pamhlet that cost's less than $20. Google "Illustrated Sail & Rig Tuning: Genoa & mainsail trim, spinnaker & gennaker, rig tuning" by Ivar Dedekam. It's an amazing little book that demystifies sail trimming. He also needs to learn how to properly reef and de-power that main.

[@Alvin-l9n]

and he is so cheap ? he saves all his patreon money for booze ? he is an old alcoholic ? he should not be at sea !

[@johnwalden9769]

Happy Birthday Barry have a good one, Paulette & John

[@johnhaywood6358]

When I think about and Island with absolutely nothing to do sounds so inviting about now!

[@ann-raelagrelle8312]

You are a dam good mechanic Berry

[@grovertn867]

At our age...it's best not to celebrate birthdays anyway. Just a reminder of how few we've got left. I appreciate your "never give up attitude." Keep 'em coming.

[@originalgameronline3457]

You are a................................TRUE ADVENTURER!!! o7

[@jsonnichsen]

Promises made at sea are quickly forgotten when safe harbors are reached.

[@Jetchisel]

I admire how you handled this horrible event. Being in danger, stressed, exhausted and scared is a deadly combination. Your made of tough stuff Barry and deserve many more birthday's!

[@6Sisu9]

!!MAINTENANCE!! MAINTENANCE!! MAINTENANCE!! it would really suck for something to give out in the middle of the ocean!

[@jornantrillsark1437]

Your boat seems to be in great need of repairs/refit. You better do them sooner than later or you’ ll pay an unnecessary price. Just through the video I can see plenty of equipment that should’ve been replaced long ago.

[@wildtimbrown]

Is this the first of his videos you have watched or are just abysmally stupid? He crossed the freaking Pacific Ocean single handed and is working his way to where he can make better repairs. And if you want to actually help and not just make stupendously ignorant and obvious comments, go join his Patreon Page and actually help.

[@bruceweber2361]

Seadog, you have taught me another valuable lesson. I would never leave for far parts unknown without, among other thigs, a spanking new engine. If I couldn't afford one, I'd stick with boring coastal cruising. At least I'd be able to sleep at night.

[@Mikey101160]

Nerves of steel, the patience of Job and good old common sense. You're ahead of game right there. You'll do okay.

[@dale6349]

Once again love easy Mike!!

[@Vivvethegreat]

It is very brave and humble to let everyone see all the emotions you have to go trough when in deep shit, or atleast when you think you are. In a totally new environment everything new that happens feels almost hostile, even if you have had dealt with same situations before with ease. I dunno im lovin The psychology of this xD thx barry

[@Kitiwake]

I just pray.

[@kennethharman2440]

vilde wow scary

[@trevorbyron8181]

Good on you Old chap...your spirits stayed high and your engine started...you gave up, but not in

[@rajgill7576]

Aw man this needs millions of views. The ocean is not all sunshine and daisies. But when it’s good it’s GOOD

[@Drenec1324]

Barry, an old sea dog should know that a "white cap over a red nose" is a pilot. The boat that was standing by was showing the lights of a pilot boat, red light below the white top light (white cap over red nose). Not a stupid fishing boat coming too close, but a friendly pilot boat making sure you are safe. A Van De Stadt design can definitely sail to windward very well. Adding a stay sail to make it a cutter rig reduces that ability, having poor sails even more, being afraid to heel is the final blow if not the dirty fouled bottom would stop you. Take that double rig away and sail the sloop like she was designed by skilful people. Oh yeah that double main sheet system will break soon. Look how bad it is. Makes good drama but is not proper display of seamanship.

[@b.w.22]

Hell yes, that’s how you handle it. A cut fuel line is a nothing problem when things are calm and you have time: forget the problem that will come and handle the problem that is now. I see so often people worried about X or Y happening later and not making the hard but clear choice now to avoid disaster. A lesser man would have fretted about repriming or whatever as he drifted away to a helicopter rescue, or worse, later. Thanks for sharing this boots on the ground, or oars to the sea, situation you found yourself in, your thoughts and fears, and the choices you made. It’s great to see sailing that isn’t all bikini women, heartfelt folk songs, 90ft dives, and rum drinks. Bravo.

[@gdfggggg]

I reckon a bypass valve inserted at that position on any boat with a flexible hose and hand primer would be an excellent addition, just in case the dreaded fuel fungi becomes an issue. Carry a couple of large external fuel tanks full of clean diesel too. Also, carry half a dozen spare fuel filters. Good vid Bazza.

[@thommw]

Why don't you clear the deck for a start if you can't beat to windward? Dive tanks, fenders, buckets, a frigging wave board? Reduce your windage and the performance will improve. Take care, mate.

[@ianwharrier5938]

Oh dear, what can the matter be. Barry is stuck in his tin can on the Pacific Sea. Put off his maintenance all for a Pizza tea. Poor old Barry f'd up his priorities. ;-)) Happy burpday.

[@richardwiley5933]

And don't forget you're on a SAILBOAT, not a motor cruiser.

[@tree4408]

3.7.21 So sorry for your birthday and deepest grief for sea troubles. I know were you been. God bless.

[@tomwilliams8675]

Fuel, air or compression is about all it can be for diesel engine. You figured it out even as exhausted as you were and got it working. Happy Birthday my friend. I hope you got some good rest, beer and pizza before bothering with videos for KZbin. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@michaelbaughman7837]

You had us on the edge of our seats. Glad you made it to through

[@wibble012002]

It's not easy when your on your Tod. Tired, sunburnt and probably living out of stuff from a can because let's face it if your cooking for one what's the point. Barry mate your doing well, as is shaddy! Keep on inspiring me ! Thanks for the videos.

[@currywolf]

As I watch more and more of your adventure I can only acknowledge your bravery. As I previously stated, I am a newbie to your channel but I am starting to feel part of this community who follow you and wish you well. In those dark days when things go south of Shit, I am sure, knowing so many people are genuinely in support of you and rooting for you must help. I hope so at least.

[@waterman436]

Good job Tom Hanks 😂😂😂!!!!you made it !!!

[@mikemartin6790]

Happy belated birthday, don’t worry they only come once a year!

[@SailingTalisman]

Wow. All I say is that we empathize and have been there recently. That sick feeling in your stomach when you think all is lost and you have no answers ... sleep deprived and just demoralized. And so often you experience euphoria afterward. But too much of this up and down becomes debilitating, like a girlfriend you keep breaking up with and then getting back together with. Take some time and get as much fixed as you can. Sleep too, for a full day if you can. Continuing on with half functioning systems will become progressively dangerous. Anyway, we love you and wish you the best. KK and W.

[@georgeroach7499]

Great advice.

[@sidneylaimbeer5500]

Happy birthday Barry

[@szymondworski]

This way you got some stories to tell while seated with your beer and pizza! Fair winds and clean diesel!

[@lorenmaly1637]

Happy Birthday Barry 😂😂😂! I would rather have 1 bad day on my birthday and the rest good days at sea than the opposite!

[@RedPepperPromotions]

Glad you got sorted but for goodness sake when you know something needs maintenance just do it! Also, always carry loads of spare filters/elements so at least they give you options other than cutting into your system. You’ll never get to windward with a headsail! Less headsail more main and you’ll breeze it and also much easier to control a main sheet than a genoa sheet around a winch when you’re solo. Happy sailing!

[@benjohnston1994]

Happy birthday Barry! For gawd sake service that engine...Replace those sheets (looking frayed)...& get a new dinghy...gawd knows you might need it at this rate!

[@donalfinn4205]

Great adventure to see!👍☘️

[@BreezyRider66]

Times like those you find out who you really are, well done for having the mettle to get yourself & Shaddy through it all & thanks for sharing it with us. Belated happy birthday Barry...

[@kennethbjorkman2976]

Hi, if you have to use an external fuel tank. You should put your backflow hose in the canister too. Our engine takes about 4-6 liters per hour normally, but without this backflow "trick" it runned just 45min with 20liters of diesel. So remember both hoses to canister, and it saves you nicely 😋

[@speteydog2260]

At least u r in sight of land. 👍🏻

[@annegretewardrope5668]

Thanks old sea dog for a great video 👍

[@TheCornucopiaProject-bd5jk]

What an adventure. Happy Birthday however long belated. Look at the bright side, you had pizza, beer and friends waiting for you.

[@richardcole9558]

When the going gets tuff , the tuff get going ..well done !

[@glennmobley1771]

The ship needed bonding time with you and now you two are closer than before. Lol

[@glennmobley1771]

Happy birthday

[@rmacsrmaddog2192]

Life can change in a heartbeat..that was very uncomfortable for me to watch. The sound of that engine had to have been the sweetest song that you've ever heard. I hope you got to have your pizza. Happy birthday!

[@gardensofthegods]

Yes that was uncomfortable and very distressing to watch , for me also .

[@the5poveys]

Inspirational well done 👍

[@RichardRaynerBIZ]

Good on ya for holding it together, anyone can look good when it’s easy, it’s only when we’re up against it our true character comes through :) 10/10!!!!!!

[@zengirl43]

Bummer day! Happy Very Belated Birthday!

[@howardinothegreat136]

You are a great man 😀🇳🇴

[@albertreed966]

Sorry for your predicament . I have to smile though when I hear you talk about not being able to get pizza or not being able to get a beer and grub. I'm in envy of your adventures.

[@Spectre8282]

Happy Birthday, Barry. Glad you weren't thrown against the rocks.

[@stefanopadoan9068]

And I thought I was in trouble when my engine died after a terrifying rattling noise off the coast of Dover! The conditions were pretty rough but I had a RNLI lifeboat at my location with 30 minutes!!! If I was were you are I would have probably had just enough gut to panic! Let alone filming! :D Thank you for making these documentaries!

[@polswan2551]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY¡¡¡¡ GET ALL THE JUNK OFF THE DECK,,, THE BOAT SHOULD SAIL BETTER,,,

[@mhappy01]

Not a problem. The next big wave will sweep that lot into the central pacific pollution zone... A big greeney took my canoe off the deck and i nearly lost an arm trying to save it. Big sea =1 seamanship = 0

[@wildtimbrown]

@@mhappy01 How many times have you crossed the pacific single handed? And how many of Barry's videos have you watched? Not many , I can tell as those necessary supplies stayed where they belonged. You are pathetic.

[@ronaldstarkey4336]

@@mhappy01 lol...

[@alexanderduran7118]

Happy belated Bday! I say you and Papillon are my heroes on not giving up.

[@kenburns2639]

Good on ya mate, for having the balls to share what it's like. Cheers Barry. Tell 'em about the hallucinations during night watch, that will stir up the armchair sailors. Lol

[@peterhaan9068]

...but all so preventable. This seasons videos, to this point hopefully, are things to NOT do and things that should have been done.

[@kenburns2639]

@@peterhaan9068 Sorry Peter. Having crossed three oceans under sail, everything is NOT preventable at sea. We're all humans prone to error. There are those who criticize, and those who do things.

[@marcoscott8164]

So very ,very true......

[@chrisbarnes6312]

@@kenburns2639 and there are those that deny legitimately and genuinely pointed out facts to maintain the sense of "you wouldnt know" superiority...not to mention that salty dog himself admitted his lack of attention to a known problem.

[@kenburns2639]

@@chrisbarnes6312 Thanks Chris. I'm not superior to anyone. Why criticize Barry's skills at maintenance? That sounds like superiority to me. It's his life and voyage.

[@erikdoering2920]

happy Birthday Barry, your not alone mate, my bday was shit too, think of the positive, you were clever enough to sort it out yourself alone, that itself was a gift.

[@soylentgreen2065]

I hope your next bday, and his, are everything you hope for.

[@marsupial26]

Good to see you get to the anchor safe mate! Enjoy the pizza and the berthing beer

[@914va]

Lol....great video....you owe her a big apology.....you f'd it up not doing preventive maint. God....ive been there...done that.. Shes a great ship. Get on it!!!! 👍😎

[@wildtimbrown]

If you had bothered watch the last 6 or 7 videos you would know how ignorant your comment is.

[@914va]

@@wildtimbrown what ever Tim brown....trolling again are we!!

[@svdoinitright7519]

@@wildtimbrown More smug comments, you should get a life...

[@wildtimbrown]

@@svdoinitright7519 You should bend over and kiss your own arse...

[@wildtimbrown]

@@914va Trolling? No. I'm calling out trolls! I support Barry,I don't tear him down. There are plenty of ways to make useful suggestions, not just simple minded attacks. But I suppose I expect way too much from the bottom feeders of KZbin.

[@grahammewburn]

CONGRATULATIONS on getting your motor going! I hope you got your pizza. Cheers Gray Australia

[@bronsondylankidd9496]

The joy of being the Skipper, is that all is done to your command. Messy or clean, this way or that, it's your call. But the true Captain is the wind of course. Thank you Old Sea Dog for a great story and lessons learned. Fair winds!

[@ianwebb2235]

This is the 3rd time my wife and I have watched your Pacific crossing...It is a national holiday here in Japan, and it is too hot and humid to go outside! Absolutely stunning. Great videos,,,,thank you so much!

[@paulw8860]

Hat off to you

[@prof.heinous191]

'All I want is a pizza, and a star to steer me by' (apologies to Coleridge)

[@user-bc7gc5wr3n]

Still binge watching

[@chrisclaridge7862]

Neptune say on birthday young sailor spend day getting rocks off, old sailor spend day getting off rocks.

[@ronaldstarkey4336]

LoL...

[@ExpatMoe]

Good job making that emergency fuel setup work, anything that doesn’t kill you makes you stronger

[@charlesharper2357]

Unless you don't learn your lesson...it merely postpones the final reckoning.

[@jaideedave]

@@charlesharper2357 Barrie needs to get the fuel in his tanks scrubbed soon.Theres tons of info on how to do just that online if he can't find someone whos set up for that. Its not the difficult or expensive. Cheap insurance!

[@charlesharper2357]

@@jaideedave Yep...hopefully somebody has a fuel polishing unit where he's going...here's a video of a guy cleaning his tank and polishing his fuel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5jYmXqMbs12nNk

[@ipirrie6734]

he could have cracked open the joints at each filter to find out which one was blocked then change the filter and blowout the lines. It was a good fix but should have been last resort after changing filters.

[@charlesharper2357]

@@ipirrie6734 If you have built in steel tanks the only real cure is to use them to feed a day tank...and pump your fuel into the day tank through some heavy duty filters.

[@dowser81]

You have learned a valuable lesson Barry and came out the other side boat intact to tell the tale now get to work and get old Shady ship shape again.

[@ChrisConner1]

Well done Barry. I'm enjoying your videos. As a filmmaker and a sailor who has made the crossing to the Marquesas I know these videos could be boring as hell. It takes thought effort and editing to put out a good story. You are a great storyteller and videographer. I hope you are still enjoying your trip.

[@user-bc7gc5wr3n]

It's all good Amigo!

[@svdoinitright7519]

It looks like time to lay up for a while and do some well deserved maintenance on the old girl. If you're going to trust her to take care of you, you have to take care of her.

[@wildtimbrown]

Wow. You figured that out all by yourself?

[@svdoinitright7519]

@@wildtimbrown Do you feel better now?

[@IanRM]

Barry, a few weeks ago I called your boat a shed. I wasn't being rude, horrible or a Troll. Just very concerned for you. It was obvious something like this was going to happen. Thank God you're not in the middle of the ocean. The fact is, boats are like cars. When they get to that age they start to go wrong and continue going wrong. Every episode lately something is failing or falling off. I just didn't think it safe for the type of sailing you are doing. You are certainly braver than I am and I really wish you the best of luck, despite my reservations. Ian UK Subscriber.

[@wildtimbrown]

You are a fracking idiot. He crossed THE PACIFIC OCEAN SINGLE HANDED you twit! He is working his way to where he can make the repairs he need to!

[@svnoitalever7681]

One of the best sailing channels on KZbin!!!! Hands down!

[@sharonmcdaniel3197]

Can't tell when this all happened, but Happy Birthday ... Just love how real you cut this :)

[@catherinehackett7722]

Happy Belated Birthday! I’m sure you’ve caught up with pizza and beer. Good old Shaddy takes care of you even when things go amiss. ❤️⛵️

[@mer8521]

Hey, you were faced with adversity and you conquered. Well done, sir!!!

[@francisarrigo8789]

And the Oscar for best adventure documentary in a series goes to......the envelope please.....And the winner is...BARRY PERRINS for ADVENTURES of an Old Sea Dog!!!!-!! and happy belated birthday

[@sandygalbraith9491]

Happy birthday, Barry. It may not have been enjoyable, but it certainly was memorable! :)

[@BrokenCompass502]

You've found a new fan, sir! I've been watching your channel for the past few days and I'm excited to see every new episode. Great job man, you are doing us all a great service sharing your adventures.

[@yori4666]

I have nothing but respect for you mate. The lifestyle can be extreme at times and cycle at a high frequency. We learn and move on. Thanks for being so sharing.

[@grahammewburn]

Well done Cheers Gray Brisbane Australia

[@phillipsplanet]

Brilliant!

[@EdwardSeatonSailings]

I've been binge watching all your stuff and it's superb! Not the sailing and all that, but the editing and film making. Really, it's the best I've seen in your field. May you have fair winds, and following seas from here on out my friend, and thank you for all your hard work putting these films together.

[@mark211257]

Hi Barry glad you sorted out problem, but remember when taking diesel out of a tank ,it returns any diesel it don’t need back to your tank. So you were actually filling your main tank from your temporary tank, when cutting into fuel line for temporary repair you need to cut in return fuel to return it to the container you are using. 👍⛵️

[@Rick-tb4so]

The difference between a auto and boat....Preventive maintenance is a MUST....

[@MrRourk]

You need to treat the hull with something to prevent the reef from forming again. Catch a fish or a seagull and name it Pizza. You know the next step is. Happy Birthday!

[@charlesharper2357]

Priorities aren't beer and pizza...it's home maintenance.

[@Churchie9090]

Those who are most determined will never fail. The old sea dog is a living testimonial to the fact. Happy Birthday U old Sea Dog Another great Video

[@Garryck-1]

Happy birthday Barry! There's a reason smart sailors use a day tank and install a fuel polishing system. You just discovered that reason. Mind you, the even smarter sailors practice not using their engines at all.

[@soylentgreen2065]

What is a day tank and fuel polishing??

[@arekkaniewski4442]

And even smarter ones don't make comments haha. Everything is a learning experience

[@charlesharper2357]

@@soylentgreen2065 A day tank is a small 10 or 20 gallon tank that gravity feeds directly to the engine. You pump fuel to the day tank from your main tanks through a heavy duty filter system that filters down to 2 microns...called fuel polishing. This ensures that you always have at least 10 hours of very clean fuel every time you start your engine.

[@chukwow5738]

Thx for sharing mate

[@Skiamakhos]

Just watched this today, and I know it has in my "Up next" bar "Chilling on Huku Niva", so logically I always knew you'd come through, but man, I shed a tear when you got that engine working again & saved your own ass. The ingenuity of the sailing KZbinrs I see, when the sh!t hits the fan, it's inspiring. Glad to see you made it!

[@svzigzag5898]

Great video mate! Allowing everyone to see the frightening emotions of a possible ship wreck was super exciting. But, I must bust your chops. If you knew the tank had trash in it, you should have cleaned that sucker before you went out! Now, get to any port, dump it and clean it! No excuses! Glad you made it!

[@joecucch8261]

Good thought process and troubleshooting while evading end of game scenarios .

[@commanderoftheseathecaptai4476]

Happy birthday hope you got your pizza I enjoy every one of your videos God bless you take care

[@DangarMarine]

You are very enjoyable to watch. Thanks for making the vids. :)

[@jaaph100]

you're video's are also nice to watch Dangar!

[@erichyney6287]

Barry. God has blessed you, on your birthday. Your motor failed in the safest place possible. You even said if you were a little farther into that anchorage. You would of lost the boat onto the rocks. Remember your cup is always half full. Never half empty... ;)