Why We Sail -- "Ready for Departure, Hawaii 2021"

Video of completed 2021 voyage here: • Hawaii 2021: Inside Si...
Noon position reports here, click on day for log entry: www.olmsteadwi...

[@LuciaAprodu]

The witty narration style of these videos makes this channel one of my favourites on KZbin! Safe sailing, Christian!

[@AWBepi]

I would pour a dash of spirits into the sea for good measure

[@rickl124]

Have a safe journey Christian.

[@kyprianosfrag6602]

Can't wait for the aftermath of your journey. May your ANCHOR be tight, your CORK be loose, your RUM be spiced, and your COMPASS be true. All the best from a Greek Irish Sailor

[@blugrasssful]

No music. No drone shots. No shots of the winch with the sea in the background. Simple video production. All I can say is.... Thank you! Be safe young man!

[@PeetaIsMyHomeboy]

I’m selfishly excited that you’re going again. Another book would be a kindness; I’ve memorized Alone Together and Philosophy. Your cooperation will be deeply appreciated. Fair winds.

[@cindyhtl]

I am hoping for another book also!!! I have read the first two twice each

[@MrABDELLAH600AW]

Me gusta mucho

[@michelleh2702]

I 'accidentally' discovered Philosophy of Sailing on Audible, 3 days ago, which I have just finished listening to! What a delight! And now I want to go sailing! And yes now going to download and listen to Alone Together.

[@oldshipmatesadventures]

Bon voyage, Christian. Loved your secret smile at the end "I have done everything I could, everything is in the hands now of, well, me" :-)

[@rgill1869]

Glad to see you enjoying life

[@LesterLitchfieldnz]

It's a complicated expression that last one. Anxiety, humour, inevitability and a veiled determination. The look of someone that's impressed how much trouble he gotten himself in for. Thank you for the inspiration and fair winds.

[@josephballerini3730]

Why is this best sailing channel? This man can write and speak well.

[@jasonm4695]

Godspeed Christian.

[@briansearles4473]

Can't wait to see your upcoming videos. Have a safe trip, bon voyage.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

I hope your enjoying your trip. Fair winds.

[@BobMacNeal]

“It's always night, or we wouldn't need light.” Thelonious Monk

[@maukamakai6924]

God Speed, Captain. Safe travels along the way and until you arrive our golden coasts of Hawaii Nei. 🤙

[@valombreuse]

At last ! We were all secretly expecting that (I guess). A complete trilogy. And a new book to come ? Thank you for taking us with you on your crossing to come. Bon vent, Monsieur Williams :-)

[@georgebetar923]

I bought Philosophy of Sailing from Audible and loved it. Bought Alone together in a hardback for the boat library. Many years ago, I bought your Ted Turner bio and really enjoyed it as I was a fan of his sailing accomplishments. You are a truly gifted writer. You sailing videos are motivating me to keep my sailboat skills and goals on track. Sailing has give me more joy and contentment than any other activity and you have contributed to that process. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and sailing life with us.

[@davidthomas5356]

Fair winds and good sailing and cool jazz. Bonaventure.

[@ToddMoore1]

Good luck and fair winds!

[@pauldalyks]

Christian you are an inspiration to get out there. Thank you. Fair Winds.

[@ronlokk]

I think I am seeing a lifetime of ideas and upgrades to make a better boat. Bravo!

[@robertrainey8926]

May you have many red sky nights for your sailing delight! Thank you for taking us on your journey via KZbin. Godspeed Christian!

[@AWBepi]

...and elegantly. Fair winds, Mr. Christian.

[@IanB22]

Greatest closing line - ever -

[@hannahrosa5485]

You are not alone. Fair winds.

[@jeffreyhamlin4382]

I love the addition of the fuel gauge, just so that we could see you bemoan the fact that you have been trained never to trust one. I love it:) You are the best. Fair winds!!

[@MarioProvini]

Mr Williams, your videos are always enjoyable and educational. Thank you for taking us along on your journeys! MP in Venice Beach.

[@tonyaustin4629]

SO thankful you are doing this adventure again.

[@philgray1023]

There's a great pleasure to see a boat set up for voyaging by someone that clearly knows the art and craft of such an undertaking.

[@randymcmeekin1955]

Awesome and innovative adds to the boat - very McGyver like. Safe journey! Can’t wait for the videos.

[@brenosuethsailing297]

May the good winds take you and bring you back with a new book for us! You’re such an inspiration for tons of us! Cheers from a Brazilian fan on the Bay Area of San Francisco, CA!

[@hunsadersrockinranch]

I love this channel! So excited to watch Christian sail again! INSPIRATIONAL! "The great philosopher." Mentor!

[@Dan-cc5mv]

All the very best Christian. Enjoy your trip, keep safe and I look forward to your tales of adventure on your return.

[@stashtrey1]

Safe sailing! I hope we get another epic, long video of your journey!

[@Royfile]

Wonderful news. Stay safe Mr Williams and enjoy 🇬🇧

[@elefja1]

Watching from my first full day on the Big Island. I flew, but dreaming of one day sailing my '81 Hunter 33 over here from SF! Safe travels Christian!

[@danielissler6104]

That’s how life shall be lived!! Safe travels, Christian!!

[@samsamtheadventureman]

Love your videos! Been watching for a couple years. Looking forward to the next one

[@johng1857]

Bon Voyage! I will be listening to your audiobook as you sail off to chase the sunset

[@jdoo2252]

Excellent news. This will sustain us through a Southern Hemisphere and NZ winter

[@johnwood2596]

Happy to see you back on the high seas. Glad you're back at it. Enjoy

[@theyacht40]

excellent post ,,safe trip Christian ,looking forward to videos of your trip and especially your commentary, cheers from Ireland

[@wakeupamerica1001]

Christian safe travels ur so together its fantastic, nothing living life to the fullest like u are, good health my friend enjoy ur trip.

[@davidbutler5114]

After 3 days out you start talking to yourself, 4 days you answer back , 5 days you start to actually sleep, 6 days you can’t remember if it’s been 3 or 4 days, 7 days and your just going along and getting some place. 8 days and it’s looking for things to fix or make better.

[@paulmcgee3555]

Safe travels Christian. You've inspired me to take my first sailing lesson, this summer. Here in the UK we have the RYA and I'll be qualified to level 1 and 2. I can't wait, but I must say you highlight how much there is to learn!

[@carlforsander5184]

When I saw your video installing the Cape Horn wind vane I immediacy thought Hawaii was on your mind again.

[@Polarforscher666]

Have a safe and enjoyable trip! Your wooden steering vane rudder looks beautiful!

[@jameschristiansen7712]

Fair winds christian, I'm envious of your solitude, enjoy it while you can.

[@gregbeneteau5099]

Delighted to read that Thelonius is now in Oahu... heartened to understand Christian is there as well! Thanks for sharing the noon position reports in the description -- I'm just in awe again.

[@alanlaero]

"I have done everything I could, everything is in the hands now of, well, me" well said and true! Looking forward to watching you're voyage! Fair winds from Redondo Beach

[@abreug2]

This is my favorite sailing channel period! 😎👍

[@KT-cj5gx]

I haven’t been this excited in a while! Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us! Your last two trips are like a favorite song- I can listen (watch) over and over and it never gets tiresome!

[@andrewp3456]

Terrific! You've done an enormous amount of prep as always and more this time. We all have much to learn from you. Safe sails and looking forward to the updates. Take care Sir!

[@cliftontibbits6644]

May your travels to and from be met with safe passage as well fill any voids that need filling take care Capt. Looking forward to the next episode and thank you for sharing…

[@bradleypollard4922]

I'm so excited to see you going again! Fair winds.

[@marcelomiranda1593]

Love watching your videos and waint for the next. Follower from Brazil. Fair winds

[@ironhorse3497]

Fair winds and following seas, my friend !!! I wish you the best of luck! I've truly enjoyed listening to and watching your thoughts and plans unfold! Can't wait for an update.

[@folksull]

Best of luck, sir. I've had several inspirations via KZbin for my recent decision (two years ago) to once again buy a boat (my 1987 Norseman 400, Blue Venture) but your single-handed Hawaii passage videos were the first and among the most powerful (quietly powerful). I recently moved her to the East coast via 2000 nm of sailing plus a truck-aided portage from San Diego to Seabrook, TX. Thanks for all of the great content!!

[@gillfowdy]

So great you're going again! I'll be following from home .

[@hanihani-kl1po]

I'm glad to see you back sir. I think thelonious is happy you bring the life for the boat the improvement you did ,there is a lot of lessons in your journey and episodes as alwayes, take care and good luck.

[@brucemillar3015]

Christian, I can't believe you are doing this again. I'll be following your progress all the way and back. Good luck and smooth sailing.

[@Ash-cy7yw]

Your style is simply awesome. Looking forward to your next entry offering. Fair winds good Captain.

[@obieandlaurie]

Mr. Williams going again! Love it! Such an inspiration you are. Fair winds,

[@regchapman3683]

Safe journey Christian l will look forward to your narrative.

[@sebastianvandenpauwert4794]

Have a safe journey! Fair winds, Christian.

[@DDixon3121]

I'm so excited to learn you're going on another voyage! And like Ms. McKenna says below in her comments, I am also selfishly excited to believe another great book describing your voyage hopefully will be coming after your return. Of course, of equal pleasure will be watching your videos. Fair winds and following seas!

[@lauriefrancisco1084]

I love your combination of imparting useful knowledge in a rather poetic way! Always look forward to your videos!

[@sailinggraceland]

Admiration and appreciation to you for your continued excellence in documenting your passion for sailing Sir Christian Williams.

[@huntsail3727]

Looking forward to the trip, the sailing footage, the commentary, and your unique spin on the experience.

[@LuizSouzaBr]

You Sir are truly a hero! Have a safe travel and enjoy your time out in the water. Can’t wait for this trip video!

[@firecapain34]

Safe travels. Can’t wait to see your voyage videos.

[@sensor6101]

Damn you’re headed out already! Have a safe trip Christian.

[@adv-reject8200]

Very awesome, sir. I’m sure this time around will be as interesting as the last. Fair winds.

[@andrewzenn1719]

I'd love to see your provision list, and the spares you bring . I am doing that trip next year. Thanks for the videos. I am sure your trip is over already. But I wish you safe seas.

[@PeetaIsMyHomeboy]

I second the request for a provisions and spares list.

[@skipper9400]

"I wish for You Fair Winds, and a Following Sea" ... GodSpeed Christian.......OnWard....

[@music-man]

Have a safe Journey mate. Loved seeing your last Journey to Hawaii and im sure this will be just as great. Are you going to Dance to Paul simon on deck again with the bucket on your head. Greetings from the Brit in San Clemente Ca. Cheers all the best x

[@jesusbeiro6113]

Great news Christian !!!! That's the spirit !! Fair winds and good trip. The good Gods of sailing be in your favour !! Don't forget to let us know when you step on dry land at the end of the adventure !!! Cheers from Muros

[@eddietennison1191]

You are a sailor after my own heart. Fair winds.

[@ToddMoore1]

Love your vids! Perfect timing

[@nalicie]

Safe travels, fair seas, and a stiff breeze!

[@JAMESBOND-zz5bh]

Oliver to the rescue. What a gem he is.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

Well wishes from a land lover.

[@splitcop906]

Winds and seas of good fortune will cradle you safely to your destination.

[@billleskeep2033]

Another delightfully sardonic episode any skipper can appreciate, I’m sure Thelonias Monk is keeping you company on your voyage, bravo!

[@MarkPingel]

I don’t have a sailboat. You make me want one. Safe travels!

[@krob58]

Fair Winds Christian. May Monk, Miles, Bird, Trane, & Sweets keep you company! From your sistership 'VALHALLA' 1990 E38-200 Commencement Bay, WA

[@MissMarinaCapri]

That was nice, thanks for sharing, maybe one day I’ll see you out on the water, probably not, then again you never know. 🙂

[@brucemillar3015]

It would have been great to follow you all the way. Oh well, you made it without anyone looking. Hoping for a few videos on your trip back. Take care man and best wishes.

[@meh4743]

Have safe voyage, and we will keep you in our prayers.

[@jaydubya4727]

What a lovely surprise!! Have a great trip, looking forward to whatever you share.

[@AthelstanEngland]

You've never made a bad, or even a mediocre, video... yet another excellent one - thank you!

[@chinchudo]

Awesome. Can't wait. Have a safe trip. I love these videos.

[@McDoucheVonDouche]

Love these videos. I'm preparing my lil sailboat for my first "long" journey, and I kinda like the preparation phase. Will soon enough find out if it was enough.

[@tomwilliams8675]

I wish I could be going with you on this one. Fair winds from your friend in Syracuse New York 🤝🤝👍👍👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@mohammadkhalaf4160]

I love your books and videos , thank you 🙏🙏

[@amyl.1335]

I can't wait to see the video. Have a great crossing!

[@rollinsga]

Safe travels! I can't wait to see the footage!

[@scs130773]

Fair winds and following seas Sir. Have a good adventure!

[@danielwardin4688]

Always a great pleasure to see and hear you -- you single-handedly mitigate all the dreck on the internet. Awaiting your second trip to Hawai'i!

[@ericcommarato7727]

Godspeed and please have a safe journey.

[@hodgmo1]

I wish you fair winds, flat seas, and good reading!