E65: Navigating Sketchy Passes in the Tuamotus and a New Atoll!

[@WEOWNTHESKIES]

your mom and dad must be very happy that you have a boat buddy to help on your adventures. I know you don't need him, maybe he needs you, but together, there is more safety, and it makes me happy to think that you two can look out for each other as you drift.

[@brucerhodes8197]

You really are a breath of fresh air, no matter how my day is going, it always gets better watching one of your videos... love the "can do" attitude and the infectious smile, thanks for letting all of us follow your travels!!

[@BethBrowne]

I feel the same! She's the best thing on KZbin imo!!

[@WindHippieSailing]

Thanks!!!

[@michynature]

Lolol love your dumpster diving storyline 🤣.

[@wanagiandme]

You def make a great point that as single handed sailors having a buddy boat makes life alot less stressful.

[@davidbuchanan7146]

Your inspiration moves me brightly. I could never be the new sailor today if it wasn't for you. Thanks Holly. Your the best

[@SamuelKTennis]

Love the floppy hat, may it avoid dumpsters for many seasons yet to come.

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

I love the designs on your boat!

[@WindHippieSailing]

Thanks! I was inspired by the beautiful colors around me

[@jonnorousseau3096]

Holly AGM 110A/h is perfect, I've got 4 105 AGM's on my house bank with 2 victron MPPT controllers and 520 watts from 3 panels, admittedly on a bit bigger boat at 34', I never run below 12.8 volts even when it's raining and I am living at anchor. Sweet, so love your videos

[@shahntv]

I love your channel because of how you have made the series a mostly contiguous story with a mix of raw audio and narration. This makes it fun to follow along and makes me look forward to new episodes so I can see what happens next.

[@kenegan7649]

Holley ...you look just like my daughter

[@WindHippieSailing]

Thanks!!

[@dannyski6912]

All I can say is wow!

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Lol. The floppy hat saga needs to be made into a children's book. Btw, when I watch other sailing channels of couples doing what you do solo I am in complete awe. They make it seem so vexing and tiresome with two people and yet you remain so calm and stoic through it all. You are amazing.

[@WindHippieSailing]

Thanks! Sometimes two people are more stressful than one 😜

[@teapot27]

great to see you doing well, hope you sort your solar out.I always crack a smile when I see you have posted..I get my tea ready in front of laptop that eve and a fresh cuppa and a biscuit all sorted and watch...its my little treat..take care and keep on sailing!!

[@WindHippieSailing]

I always drink tea while I edit!

[@Onlinesully]

looks a tight squeeze, nicely navigated

[@oliverw8809]

This channel was great, is great, stays great. You keep on amazing me and making me laugh. Thank you!

[@Lio-OG]

Iaorana dear hippie nice seeing you around Polynesia my island home ! Your doing great stuff I’m really impressed by your skills keep bringing emotions, it feels so good seeing a part of my favorite place on earth. I’m actually stuck in south of France looking for a boat to sail back to Fatuiva Marquesas islands 🌴 I wish you the best !

[@WindHippieSailing]

I wish you the best too! Hope you get out here soon

[@kevinwilkinson4298]

Thanks Tish. These visits always leave me smiling.

[@nilosantos9715]

You've got the power woman

[@jimray937]

Your an awesome sailor.

[@robertnixon3816]

I can remember going in and out of those passes all by eye (1972-73)! Those anchorages that are shallow like your 1st one never are comfortable. Your always waiting for the crunch! Enjoy your videos so much!👏👍👌⛵🌏😊

[@WindHippieSailing]

Wow! It must have looked so different back then

[@robertscranton8293]

You are so brave, smart and courageous.. that's my take on your sailing adventures...Love this one!!

[@tophatter15]

What a gorgeous human being. Cheers n beers from Australia 🇦🇺 🌹🌹🌹🍷🍷

[@rnunezc.4575]

Great real sailing adventure !, bests and Muchas suerte !

[@chilesauce7248]

Good to see you sailing. Nice having a buddy boat. All that power onboard, you'll love it!

[@WindHippieSailing]

Can't wait!

[@MidniteClubII]

Loved it!... Everyday is a new challenge for you.. A new Adventure for you... Your life seems amazing. p.s.. everything you weare is so very natural and beautiful... even your burlap Sunhat is wonderful... :)

[@WindHippieSailing]

Thanks!

[@sammayo9970]

Great skill set. Expanded photos and saw garmin in reach,std. horiz.,raymarine. Did not see vhf ant. or gps for vhf...saw fish net off ecuador video maybe the boat was guarding the net hi..one time I saw about 20 lights from small boats flipped on when I got close in the area...keep on trucking

[@solosailingboatlife7203]

Just remember that rain is a good thing

[@SVHahalua]

You can use some elmers glue mixed with water in a spray bottle to soak the brim of the hat, let it dry in the sun, and get it to stay (somewhat) in place. Of course, if it gets soaked with rain or sea you will need to reapply.

[@WindHippieSailing]

Clever! Now I need to find a glue store...

[@holodeckdragon8876]

You are courageous!! xox

[@englishrose1122]

You’re amazing x

[@dmain6735]

great upload

[@judylutz1702]

I’m always glad to catch your latest video. From Evansville, Indiana it looks like you’re in heaven! ❤️

[@Onlinesully]

Hi I was in Evansville some years ago. I worked at the kerry ingredients plant, sometimes known as dca or dalgeti. Do you know it I wonder ?

[@judylutz1702]

@@Onlinesully I’ve lived here for 56 years. I’m not familiar with any of the names you said. Maybe Berry Plastics? It’s huge.

[@RAEckart22]

"Dead reckoning" is my favorite thing in the world.

[@JagLite]

Lookin' good!

[@robinwells8879]

I am loving my unfashionable bilge keels more now! An angry frenchman! Is there a different kind? 😉🙊

[@roadboat9216]

Glad you got settled in there. I am currently converting my boat to Lithium. 2X100amp and Victron inverter/charger. I think that in the long run, lithium is cheapest, but costs more up front. Good luck with your purchase. Hope the angry Frenchman does well for you.

[@WindHippieSailing]

The angry frenchman! Sounds like a bad band name

[@roadboat9216]

@@WindHippieSailing haha! Good one

[@timmit3579]

I like you and the saga of your well worn hat! Your hat looks like you're wearing a bonnet sometimes... It has a character of its own... Some hats look better with age and wear; Yours is one of them!

[@yakekaj]

No shortage of fresh water that day!!

[@omegaseamaster1550]

An angry Frenchman in Tahiti? All Frenchmen are angry ;) Yup, Island Time is a pleasant way to spend a few days while hanging on the hook.

[@dilbyjones]

Had to do gymnastics! To find ya again

[@pawnmove]

Aren’t the Navionics SonarCharts useful since they use tracks & soundings from cruisers?

[@WindHippieSailing]

They definitely are! But not everywhere is well-traveled or even charted

[@mazroey]

You are amazing 👌👌👌👌👍👍👍

[@Sircraig7963]

G'day Crew,, Well well,,you really are comming up in the world.. ELECTRICITY and from solar mind you ,,, Next you will retro fit lights ,fans , reverse cycle AC, bow thrusters &an ice cream maker /ice machine . On a more serious note ,,,great your still having fun safe in a paradise, take your time and relax ,your only young once . Stay safe whilst at sea,you trendy mega cool little Wind Hippie . Respect from Down Under

[@WindHippieSailing]

Yes the icecream machine is high on the list... right next to espresso machine

[@harrisonandrew]

Hey Holly, you have me intrigued. Why was the “Frenchman” battery seller angry?

[@WindHippieSailing]

Some people just are I guess

[@richardboughton8338]

Gonna need a new Stars and Stripes.

[@sailingcitrinesunset4065]

Nice video

[@deartori]

Would live to see some wealthy cruiser drop some of their hand me downs to you.

[@JLowe-uu8lr]

Water proof glue to stiffen the brim! Not my idea some posted in the comments using elmers =80 =8)

[@worldwaterfun8072]

You were brave to cross that coral. How much does your boat draw?

[@WindHippieSailing]

a few inches less than that lip!

[@keithingram5333]

Great hat but scary Anchorage. Envy your location

[@uldisozolants9886]

Forgot to mention, am anchored Taha Uku bay, Hiva Oa

[@benlindner5285]

Hi Holly thanks for the video. I am planning on a solo trip to F Poly in my 27’ Pacific Seacraft. You have me kind of scared about navigating in that shallow water with inaccurate charts. It is pretty hard for me to see ahead into the water and man the tiller at the same time. Do you think you could do it alone? And any suggestions for me? Btw I have a fantastic solar system with Victron controllers, I know yours will be a game changer for you! Ben S/V DAWN

[@WindHippieSailing]

I didn't mean to make you scared! I've been in the Tuamotus for about 6 months and that was the only time I had Jarne on board helping me. Also, there are plenty of atolls that have really good charts. Totally easy and possible to do it solo!

[@ericvonwiegen5672]

Nice 👍

[@davidgadbury1832]

You're using a Victron battery monitor?

[@WindHippieSailing]

I sure would like one

[@123kerrison]

Hi I have the same boat and engine as you and I am planning to travel the world the same as you but I have no experience as of yet. What advise can you give me to prepare myself? I have watched all your videos and you have inspired me and made me more determined to just do it. I really admire you and confess I'm a little scared to do it but also excited to make a start. Love your videos xx

[@edm9704]

The videos "Adventures of an Old Sea Dog" show him starting with few skills, very cautious and sometimes scared at his first steps. The sailors who are still alive studied and learned before throwing themselves into new experiences. Study the heck out of something, then try it out in little steps.

[@WindHippieSailing]

Woah so cool! I think just getting out on the water as much as possible is a good start. Bring friends who can help you, and enjoy! That's the most important part :)

[@roryvonbrutt7302]

what a Supergirl ! ! ! Those trolls on the thumb down, need to go away ...... Very rude

[@Onlinesully]

I didn't notice until you said it, don't be bothered, there may be some reason, who knows.

[@dawnhornsby7215]

Cool 😎💞

[@hwntwww]

Binos needed

[@russellclement2058]

Hi Holly ,, Take care please ,, boats don't float on bomies

[@MarkWYoung-ky4uc]

Hi Captain Holly! Another great adventure with you and Gecko. I was listening to the radio yesterday and heard this old song from the solid gold 70s and thought of you...kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqKpd52lh9Ofqsk...You and Jarne enjoy yourselves and take care of each other and as always...sail on captain, sail on! ⛵😎👍👍

[@WindHippieSailing]

The mystery ship! Love the song! Another great cockpit listen

[@willci]

Do you accept donations in pirate? $ARRR?

[@willci]

I'd like to support you but i don't want anyone taking a cut of it.

[@dominicosbahr4339]

you are beautyfull

[@johndrew4957]

get your self a new flag girl

[@underthetornado]

Yes its confirmed....you're certifiable. Lol. But not as much as that Frenchman.