Why We Sail--"Last Sail for the Duration"

Captions corrected [cc]. Twelve knots and sunny 70 degrees off Los Angeles, then back to the face masks and worldwide uncertainty. We trim sails now not for speed or sky but for the good of all.

[@RC-bl2pm]

I'm halfway through Philosophy of sailing. Its wonderful. I came for the adventure but the dry humor and cutting self deprecation really caught me off guard. You're quite hilarious.

[@Tizniter]

The audio books are best. Terrific performances by the author.

[@netpackrat]

A guy wears pink pants to the Apocalypse, you know he's not afraid of a damn thing.

[@JohninCle]

not pink. "Nantucket Red" faded because it is Christian and they are well used out in the sun.

[@1977jelliott]

Pink in ocean going terms is salmon

[@michgingras]

Thank you Christian, (you have the name of my big brother) I always wanted to sail, at 50 years old, damaged and retired from the army, i forgot about that passion, thinking i was to old and that it was out of reach. You inspired me to do it, my doctors says i would be good for my PTSD. You sow, you cook, you wear pink pants ! you know how to use the internet ... you kick ass ! all my respect to you and sorry for those asses !

[@Josh-of-all-Trades]

The best way to self isolate. One of the reasons I got into sailing to begin with!

[@davidmeehan6083]

Thank you Christian. You have a paternal voice that attenuates the anxiety we are all feeling.

[@bmcneil112]

Thank you for sharing your sailing life and experiences with us Mr. Williams. I suffered a terribly tragic accident at work 2 years ago and your channel helps me a very great deal. I'm on crutches and use a wheelchair at times, I feel trapped at times and it's great to see you in the sun and on the waters! 😄🌞🏝🏞

[@Sidghengiskhan]

have you seen the impossible dream catamaran?

[@oldtimerman59]

Stay safe Christian , the world needs blokes like you ...greetings from Australia , cheers Phil

[@jeep1070]

You sir are what we call in our part of the world "Bad Ass".. Thank you. For being you and putting forth the goodness that is Sailing. Just stumbled upon you last week. Extremely well done. Bad Assery at its finest! jg

[@tztz1949]

Love you Christian. For the calm you bring us. Hope to see you on the wind one day.

[@lecaton5973]

As stout man myself, I salute you and your video!

[@UK-Sailmakers-International]

Chris, I can't wait to get back on on my boat SOULMATES on Long Island Sound. Thanks for the reminder of what we all are missing and what we all are aspiring to do again. Good on you.

[@rosslevitates]

My 30 foot keeler sits patiently on her mooring, waiting, waiting.... I on the other hand am practising patience. Us humans are better at practising. It allows us to remember. No boating allowed here in New Zealand but I’m lucky cause I can still go sailing thro’ KZbin. This was not possible that long ago. At least we can be thankful for that. Look after yourself Christian. Many thanks for your brimming videos.

[@JPerry-jw9ik]

I would classify you as "essential" so its okay. :)

[@Catalinaobregon]

Now on the other side of the "great isolation" I am so glad I did not see this video before now out of the grief of hearing, "for the duration". Thank you for this wonderful informative and inspirational channel, Christian. I began sailing at 62 through OCC school of Sailing and Seamanship. I thought I was too old a female and called to cancel my course with that feeble excuse when the woman answering the phone said, "What the heck, I'm 67, get in here."

[@rodadamuszak4028]

I sailed lake Ontario on a Catalina 30 for many years. Sadly at 72 for health reasons had to stop. I love your trips and your humor

[@ctaylor1655]

Thank you for the sailing sounds and visuals!

[@michaelmitchell7047]

I always look forward to your videos. We are in very uncertain times right now but we will get through this together. Thank you for the bit of sunshine you always bring to a cloudy day!

[@scs130773]

Live on my Morgan 41 here in Bermuda. We are now under 24 hour curfew and all boats have to remain at their moorings. Glad to see someone out sailing. Stay safe and look forward to your videos, Sir.

[@MrHradecky]

Thanks Christian. I needed that.

[@johnwood2596]

Enjoy your words of wisdom and travels Thanks .

[@wheeliewheelie1]

Thanks for helping us get through this hard time Christian.

[@lamatrinkoon9707]

now thats what i call isolation.. good on you Chris i have watched all your videos..you are an inspiration mate !

[@georgebetar923]

Another keeper. Can’t sail here in NJ yet and I’m also non essential so I’m home reading your two books on kindle and loving them both!! Thanks....

[@S1ckb0t]

I always find myself smiling watching your videos. :)

[@charlesricciardi8526]

Thank you for sharing this and many of your other sailng experiences. Love it!

[@downhillsailor]

As well as your message, it is wonderful to read all the supporting comments. Like everyone here, I love my boat and I am fortunate to be living in British Columbia. We are encouraged to get out for the exercise, fresh air and food for our souls.

[@jamesadams1064]

Thank you for the trip and it’s always nice to hear your calming voice

[@GPSJayDog22]

Thank you for sharing. The water is beautiful for sailing.

[@nortonmolly]

The desire to stock the boat and set sail away from the madness is great. Good to hear from you again from rural New Zealand

[@neilsheldon8355]

Hi Christian ... Good to hear from you again "Old Timer" ... (meant in the most respectful way, of course, realizing the incredible amount of experiences you have lived through, and therefore really deserve the title that only those that have been through all those times and experiences really deserves; Apologies that it doesn't 'sound' like that grandeur title that it should. But in my life and experience, that title even carries with it the reverence that a real 'old timer' deserves). I just want to thank you for sharing some of the most important parts of your life with us. I can't wait to see the next experience that you share. With Best Regards ....

[@diyoregonnowtexas9202]

I love these videos. They are very helpful and encouraging. I'm 57 and quite frankly sick of it all. I'm seriously considering selling everything, getting a boat and going....well...who knows where. Maybe Alaska, then to Hawaii. Guess I better learn how to sail first though. Could be dangerous.

[@theothertoolbox]

I truly enjoy your videos. It's such a treat to watch a new one on your channel! Post more often.

[@noel3070]

Good on you for enjoying what could be your last day sailing for a while. Life is very unpredictable now, I would love to go out now but risked being fined here in QLD Australia. Stay safe and Healthy!!!

[@larrykstanley]

You are living my dream Mr. Williams. We are the same age but I’m not there yet. In two more years, God willing, I will leave my home to my family and buy my dream boat as well.

[@tomhaverstock512]

Thank you for your content. I have a Nordic Folkboat in San Francisco Bay and enjoy racing. The Coast Guard canceled all permits for racing in 2020. A few exceptions have been allowed for single-handed racing, or racing with members of one's family with whom you live. I'm hoping with the onset of vaccinations that we will obtain sufficient herd immunity that we can begin racing again. We are allowed to sail, exercise outside and other such activities here in NorCal. Stay safe and keep posting.

[@jerryviall6494]

There was a time where I longed to expat to another country. Your videos are an inspiration knowing that I can learn to sail and explore a world outside!

[@telavivsteve]

Almost fell out of companionway I laughed so hard!

[@dustman96]

You are not endangering anyone. You said it best, common sense.

[@lushimin]

Your sailing prowess is only exceeded by your witty words sir

[@samuraisal9726]

Just added Fritos Jalapeño Cheese Substance to our list of sailboat essentials. Looking forward to many more of your sailing videos. Stay safe!

[@SailingSarah]

Fritos jalapeno substance about threw me on the floor lol that was a good one haha 😂

[@UnyieldingSeraph]

I appreciate everything that you do for your viewers. Hopefully we will see more videos soon. I wish good health to you and your family.

[@ew7007]

A true inspiration you are, Christian. Thank you. I'm in Michigan and our Gov. just extended the Stay At Home order through 4/30 and in that extension also ordered all "motorized boating" banned for the duration. However, kayaks, canoes and SAILBOATS are allowed. I am fortunate to have all of the above so rather than lament my loss I will just wait for things to warm a little and hoist a sail. You do such a wonderful job with your videos and I consider myself graced by your efforts. Keep it up sir.

[@z20000z]

Thank You Christian, spot on!

[@steveshoemaker6347]

Sad but true.....All down thru History...Thanks my friend...Keep the wind in your sail's...!

[@chrishobson9759]

Hold fast Christian! And thanks for some great covid-boating storytelling (a whole new genre). And for the reminder that this will pass.

[@johndoyle7436]

Hi Christian, I've developed an interest in sailing after watching your videos. My wife isn't as excited as I am just yet. Especially about being alone with me in the middle of an ocean trying to figure out what all the tangled lines are for. There's so much to learn about sailing and I appreciate the way in which you focus on what's important. Thanks! When the weather and Covid conditions improve here in Germany, I plan on taking my first sailing lessons. On a Jolle, at first, which is German for Dinghy, before I move up to something bigger.

[@kirbycairo]

Thank you Mr. Williams.

[@DDixon3121]

Loved the video and your message about solo sailing during this craziness. Fortunately I am able to continue sailing out of Pascagoula, Mississippi. You have a great sense of humor and are an excellent communicator. Keep it up!

[@jesusbeiro6113]

just another two more weeks until the 26th of April !! last PM announcement!! new rigging, new sails and I cannot sail !!! Here in Galicia nothing moves !! Great day sailing Christian ..... Well, we have to wait !!! Cheers and another beer to the crew !! and stay safe ....

[@sgaroutte]

You're my hero. Thank you.

[@benwilliams174]

Take care and thank you from Seattle Wa

[@brianvaughan2134]

I very much enjoy your videos. I particularly appreciate your sense of process and order and focus. A well organized boat deck is a thing of beauty. When I was a teenager I was lucky to race sunfish and crew on some larger boats. I think I enjoyed the technical aspects of rigging a sailboat and the fundamentals of maneuvering the boat more than anything. You explain the processes very well. I always took pride in being well organized and keeping my boats in excellent condition. I think you and I would get along very well.

[@jbibb1963]

Thank you...I needed this. Down to the boat harbor tomorrow! This is fantastic.

[@SeabreezeRJ]

that bottle of guiness is the greatest! Thank you for keeping it going during this time when any sense of normal is gratefully appreciated!

[@capnskiddies]

I prefer a number of pint bottles myself, but the effect remains the same.

[@dtbetter2277]

That is what I call self isolation!!! Wish I knew how to sail and had a boat. God bless you Christian.

[@MarkCartret]

The gentleman of the sail!

[@crsp76691]

Good to see you out! Im in the bay area and am going to take sailing lessons when things open again. Keep the videos coming your like the wise grandpa i never had. Also love marina dell rey! My friend lives on his boat there. I love down there.

[@manion40]

I've got a fever and the only prescription is more CW sailing videos!

[@bradleypollard4922]

Great post as always. Great job on the pram cover. I hadn’t noticed it before. Hope to see you sailing again soon!

[@mangopog9814]

God has blessed you with a wonderful life, starting as a boy, what a treat, I would have loved to have had the adventure of being a true sailor...I’m sure the rant on the covid that I couldn’t hear was laced with profanity and still hanging somewhere over the mid-Atlantic impressing the whales.

[@erikcornelison6985]

Love the pants, a slice of stout beer is a great choice, paper towel hanging the wrong way.. thanks.

[@saintnick1552]

No my friend that's the way paper on a roll must hang. If I had to explain why you just wouldn't get it ...

[@jeremycribb2372]

Love the video. I too went for the possible last solo sail here in Southport n.c. So far the waters are open, but they are starting to close boat ramps and fuel docks. Stay safe, and looking forward to more videos.

[@clayfarnet970]

Beautiful

[@HenryHeymusic]

Thank you for your wonderful videos. I'm a big fan. I hope that you'll continue with some more commentary - even from land.

[@hughduke]

I’m stuck in a marina in Nz, living aboard and working from here too. Missing some great sailing days, but loving it anyway....guitar, and odd jobs. She has never looked so good :-) love your channel, and your personal philosophy. Sail on.

[@Sstrubha]

Perfect...simply perfect

[@sammyvh11]

Good to see you again.

[@WJdad]

Your observations on the Frito’s Jalapeño Cheddar substance reminds me of an ‘81 ridiculing I received from my then roommate. “Dave, your ‘Sandwich Spred’ has printed on the label, ‘NO EXPIRATION DATE’.”

[@kentfletcher8539]

Thanks for the video, Christian! I'm in L.A. as well, but my boat is in Ventura, and I'm looking forward to a nice day sail tomorrow. :)

[@kerryroller6432]

Thanks for a joyful day.

[@christopherayres164]

Blessing and care for you and yours mate.

[@08Kaylee]

Thanks...I needed this video

[@svillanueva65]

It is delicious (Fritos cheese dip)but so not good for us haha haha. You are so relaxing to listen to

[@StewartGartland]

Good luck Christian, stay safe. Warm regards from Perth West Australia

[@paulvr3158]

Superb of course!

[@DD-he5xs]

Thanks for this. Happy to see some full sails. Our boat is in Washington State, We are in Canada. o sailing for us.

[@arthurpowers8175]

What a delicious day you have there in San Diego for a terrific sail: such blue waters and clean air derived from diminished human activity. Your Viieyard Red trousers, your dry wit, and doughy spirit hopefully is enough to initiate a rout against the SARS2- Covid 19 virus. You certainly have boosted my immune system with your hearty video message, and I have quarantined myself due to very real "vulnerabilities" since March 5th here in Colorado. Thank you for the boost! I will trust that we will hear from your salty direction sooner than not at ccx all, I shall hope. Thanks for those cerulean blue waters your video celebrates. They await the return for joy and life and sheer, bloody fun soon, I shall choose to think. Cheers - Arthur Powers, Denver

[@thejourneyofmalu3495]

The pain from not being allowed to sail is being felt around the world. Unfortunately Its the sad truth. And it worries me. Well done.

[@ToddMoore1]

Thanks for the vid!

[@emmagallop1068]

Thanks for another great video. Our boat launch date was cancelled due to the epidemic. Pleasure sailing not permitted in the UK either

[@tallbikercat]

It looks like that was a pretty good Guinness, or three! Cheers!

[@carbarrer6]

Hi Christian, Thanks for coming out when everyone else seems to have succumbeb to the mass histerya. Here in Sweden, we have no sailing restriccions yet. But we still have to put the boat on the water. It has been too cold to get her ready from winterizing. Hopefully she'll be in soon. Fair winds, Carlos

[@brucekratky7993]

I am heart broken knowing that the boats must all be tied up for now. For sure if there were hundreds out sailing and not just one or two the statistical reality that trouble could occur and put first responders at risk makes good policy sense. Now that you are grounded I feel all the more alone and stranded in my four walled box. Knowing you were out there helped me breathe a little deeper. Bet there are some boat projects you could do and share that could help me pass my time. So thankful for social media; FaceTime, Zoom, email, texting. So thankful for those like you who use it well. Be safe. We’re both in that “high risk” category. You are a precious resource and many don’t want to lose you. Book reviews...I like those too. ❤️

[@tyrarathje1032]

Thank you. I had a good time sailing with you, even though it was by video.

[@dalegolden8012]

Charles de Montesquieu said: "Useless laws weaken the necessary laws."

[@ushillbillies]

we are based in Gibsons BC and so we are allowed to come and go without reprisal , so far !! Glad you are able to get out..

[@brianvaughan2134]

Stay safe and be careful. Looking forward to some more great sailing videos from you, after the world opens back up.

[@poblanomanu2b]

You’re hilarious! Keep it up!

[@gluerman233]

I want to say he sailed to Hawaii single handed. He’s not afraid of much in life 👍🏻

[@AthelstanEngland]

Christian what you were about to say "... I don't think so, we have to use common sense..." is absolutely right. The world has gone safety mad, fuelled by social media, news outlets desperate for 24 hour news and politicians scared of everything. We must realise that only a tiny proportion of the world's population will be fatally affected (less than 0.005 percent in fact based on current rates). There is a huge different between being alive and living... thanks as always for your videos.

[@PALACIANOVEIGA]

Love the pants!

[@reidwightman8756]

"jalapeño cheddar...substance", hah. Recently read Philosophy of Sailing and Alone Together, funny and even educational! I'm a novice sailor and a stupid engineer who scoffed at philosophy when younger. Now, I've dogeared pages to go back to for reference and to add some classics to my collection while poking around on my first boat. So, thank you for taking the time to write these books!

[@SailingKitabu]

Well done sir. -Farlander

[@13yearsaprepperr.jtilbury.51]

self isolation ,,, wow the pandemic hasn`t bothered me one bit as i just dont like being around other people ,,, I go bush in my RV a 32 foot winnebago or hit the water in flapper a contessa 32 ,,, either way I love being alone ,,,,great vid Christian Keep them coming , Happy travels R.J.T traveling the east coast of Australia ,,, (ALONE )

[@tedpetrocci2539]

I am very envious. While I did get in a good bike ride, getting on the water here in the Chesapeake would be ideal. Loved the comment about the expiration date.

[@elmin2323]

Can't even go sailing any more in Australia stay safe mate

[@jasonkemp9853]

love it

[@SavePortMansfield]

Thanks for documenting the last ride. We are in Port Mansfield; no sailing boats on this part of the Texas coast, but the fishing boat ramps and piers have all been shut down. My Mooney, alas, was left behind in Illinois and is now undoubtedly covered in a green slime of Corona virus. Hope to see you and Tracy when the plague lifts. Til then, stiff upper....

[@ChristianWilliamsYachting]

The Mooney will still fly, lad. it is only society that has reached the end of its TBO.

[@livetroy]

Thank you Christian