Captain White, your "Boat Tour' concept is really, really great. I would never have such a simple opportunity of seeing what is out there on the water unless someone like you gives such an unbiased tour. Thank you and keep em coming.
What a great way to introduce some of the different sailing vessels you encounter on your voyages! That cat looked small but comfortable. Look forward to seeing more of the same Bob.
Usually not a big fan of boat tour videos, but this one did it right. Very interesting boat. I think delving into the more technical and personal details is what makes it different. Thanks for sharing!
Would've been interesting to know the dimensions of this boat. Or did I miss it? Really like the simplicity of the Wharram cats. And they're very customizable.
Much better than a boat show tour. Shows what the boat and life is really like. Plus no salesman who says whatever they are selling that day is the best.
Fantastic idear! There are so many different types of vessels out there and some unique ways that people set themselves up to sail. It's even more intriguing hearing about the cruisers themselves - where they came from, their sailing experience and why they do what they do.
Said before that this would be a great addition to the channel..and after viewing this can say it's better than I even thought! Plus starting with Wharram, have always been facinated by them just by word of mouth, made this a special treat. Look forward to more of these along the way!
Great boat tour Bobby - one of the better "look throughs" I've seen on the Wharrams. I also admired the Father and Son deal going on, great to see. Cheers, Stew (Wharram Tiki 38)
Great to see Koen and Richard, watched a little of the finish of this vessel in the Tsitsikamma forests of the Cape of SA. Great video, vessel and crew. Thank you.
The thing that attracts me to Wharrams, besides the simplicity of building, is the way it's lashed together, allowing that flex to occur. It may not be the stiffest and fastest cat out there, but if you're not worried about speed like me, this is a boat to seriously consider
Hi Bobby & Laura....enjoy the explanations of the tasks involved in keeping the boat shipshape. The tours and the regular day to day activities are a treat to watch
Great feature Bobby! As someone who is looking forward to buying my own boat (in 6 years) and doing research on boats, I think I'll really like the Boat Tour Tuesdays! Thanks for posting. Rick
The boat tour idea is good but even more interesting is the background stories of how people have began and then manage to make it a full time activity/adventure.
Nice idea, the boat tour, I had absolutely no idea about a homebuilt that could be so nice. I wonder what the cost was compared to commercially manufactured. You should understand the Sailing Doodles adventure has opened a new world for many and added a window for those who dream about sailing the open seas with a beautiful lady on a beautiful boat. The boat tours is another way of seeing what is possible and this first installment with the "homebuilt" Wharram was perfect. Keep up the dream and the great work ... Thanks to the both of you ... Sam
7644440 I had bought plans from wharram to build this boat. Its a 63 footer. 4,000.00 usd then he claims 5,000 man hours to build the boat. I say bullshit more like 15,000 i costed out the meterials in hawaii it was 100,000 usd 15 years ago. Not including sails,electronics etc just to build. I built a giant tent to build. I had the plywood on site. Then i got tendonitis in my wrist and i could not do anything. My plan was to do what these guys are doing in fiji. Truth told these boats are really pieces of shit to cruise. They sail like crap.they are 200 year old designs. My friend had a 38 footer built by professional in thailand. Took 2 years for 5 man crew Cost him 120,000 usd it was very nice.for a wharram . Though It sailed like shit,he motored everywhere and he finally gave up after 8 years and spending another 40,000 on the boat over those 8 years. He got 30,000 usd after trying to sell it for 2 years they are always going to be plywood .he will never step on another boat again cause that boat killed his dreams. He used to say why did i buy this piece of shit. I should have bought a fiberglass boat. I sold my plans 6 years after i bought them for 1,800.00 to some poor guy. I warned him. I bought a monohull 14 years ago and have sailed over 100,000 miles in those years. Had i built the wharram i am sure i would be doing what these guys are doing. Stay in fiji. I might have just about completed the build by now too. People be aware, wharrams are not anything like youre average boat.
Beautiful yacht.....but more importantly what an awesome Father and Son...,!!!!!!!!! Cheers guys. Stay safe, hope to see you out there somewhere.....tks Bobby
that's a beautiful Wharram. one day soon I will own my own. my plan is to be living in it in two years from now. I may come down and spend some time in your boat before then. thanks!
Thanks Bobby that was fantastic. Thank you for sharing! It is great to see how people are doing it out there on the water. Looking forward to similar episodes. Cheers from New Zealand!
Like the boat tour and meeting the crew. Interesting. Please include Laura in upcoming tours and interviews especially if you are meeting a cruising couple like yourselves.
Hey Bobby...that was very cool and informative. I've always wondered about these boats but nobody has ever explained it like that! THANKS! PEACE OUT! Ü
Really like the video Bobby. Would love to see more boats folks are using to cruise the world. Never heard of Wharram but have always been fascinated by the Polynesian designs. Like it.
I liked the tour. I admit my ignorance because I had never heard of a boat like this. I think the shroud tensioner is quite a good system.. I wonder what the mast step looks like ? Touring novel and unique boats is great. In general, your content is interesting because it is so varied. Similar to Gone With Thew Wynns. Keep it up.
Excellent video! I have been following "Luckyfish" on TH-cam with a similar Wharram cat and have come to admire it a lot. Great videography, as always.
Stew on Luckyfish. Good stuff! Smaller than Doodles, but a fun watch. The Wharram is a kiss engineering design. th-cam.com/channels/kHpXYj4icqUOkQZqkelyPg.html
+J Harrison - Thanks for the shout out! I really enjoyed this boat tour from Bobby too! Great to see so many Wharram admirers commenting here. Cheers, Stew
Thanks, for the nice tour of the Wharram. I follow a couple TH-cam Wharram channels, my favorite is "Luckyfish Get's Away". I think sailboat tours conducted by you would be a great addition to your channel.
ask Phil at gulf charters about the wharram pahi 52 that Gunther in phuket built for them, really different, even better is the Pahi 63 can sleep 16 in 8 double cabins a real floating villiage these can be the cheapest boat of that size USD $250000 we would love to use one as our boatel here at Fraser island in Queenslnd
Bobby, I like your boat tours, especially of the James Wharram. Its been a while since you have done a tour for us. I dont believe that you mentioned the length? Guessing 42" ? A must see vlog for Wharram lovers on TH-cam is "Lucky Fish Gets Away" Love to see more like this. Thanks!
I loved the wharram caramaran tour these are very interesting boats when james wharram designed them he used all the kowledege of the polonisians and there sailing ability which was vast !now wonder these home built boats have been able to but so may miles on them in safety im not sure how many production boats could say the same for there sailing vessels,,,
not sure if you know but what age is the dad, hes an inspiration. the wharrams make so much sense but i still want more comforts, maybe thats something that could be customized into a large wharram.
I like how he said that work is not worth the rest of your life. Exploring and travelling is just awesome!
I just retired and I like this a whole lot more than working.
what a privileged point of view
Captain White, your "Boat Tour' concept is really, really great. I would never have such a simple opportunity of seeing what is out there on the water unless someone like you gives such an unbiased tour. Thank you and keep em coming.
Great! I’m glad everyone seems to like it.
What a great way to introduce some of the different sailing vessels you encounter on your voyages! That cat looked small but comfortable. Look forward to seeing more of the same Bob.
Usually not a big fan of boat tour videos, but this one did it right. Very interesting boat. I think delving into the more technical and personal details is what makes it different.
Thanks for sharing!
Glad you enjoyed it... thanks!
For those of us that dream about doing what you are doing, the education we are getting is priceless
One of the best Wharram's I've seen.👍
Great to sea dad and son realising their dream together. Just fantastic . Thanks
Would've been interesting to know the dimensions of this boat. Or did I miss it? Really like the simplicity of the Wharram cats. And they're very customizable.
Thats a Tiki 46 :)
I agree the boat tour tuesday is a hit. There are so many boats out there and a tour of the different types is a great idea. Good Job
That's the nicest Wharram I've ever seen. Really great layout as well.
Definitely a good idea to share other cruisers stories. It adds to the total experience.
Good to see they haven't lost their South African accent.
Ismail vowels other than i's are overrated anyway.
Much better than a boat show tour. Shows what the boat and life is really like. Plus no salesman who says whatever they are selling that day is the best.
New to the channel but really like the boat tour addition. Seeing other boats and hearing other people's stories is great.
As an active, prospective sailing vessel purchaser THIS IS AWESOME!!!! Please, please continue this series.
Great! Was hoping this series would help with buyers!
Fantastic idear! There are so many different types of vessels out there and some unique ways that people set themselves up to sail. It's even more intriguing hearing about the cruisers themselves - where they came from, their sailing experience and why they do what they do.
Right when I think you're "roughing it", you show me someone who is even more of a purist! Great family and boat. Interesting way to live.
Said before that this would be a great addition to the channel..and after viewing this can say it's better than I even thought! Plus starting with Wharram, have always been facinated by them just by word of mouth, made this a special treat. Look forward to more of these along the way!
Hey thanks! Good to hear from a long time viewer!
Hey thanks! Good to hear from a long time viewer!
Nice to see more “Saffers” out there. Fiji is stunning and I would love to cruise there some time with my cat.
Boat tours a winner.
Great boat tour Bobby - one of the better "look throughs" I've seen on the Wharrams. I also admired the Father and Son deal going on, great to see. Cheers, Stew (Wharram Tiki 38)
Great to see Koen and Richard, watched a little of the finish of this vessel in the Tsitsikamma forests of the Cape of SA. Great video, vessel and crew. Thank you.
Love seeing the way Cruisers are Living also seeing their set ups of their Sailing Home , Verity for Your Sailing Channel ! Love It 100%
The thing that attracts me to Wharrams, besides the simplicity of building, is the way it's lashed together, allowing that flex to occur. It may not be the stiffest and fastest cat out there, but if you're not worried about speed like me, this is a boat to seriously consider
very cool Bobby...had no idea that this type of vessel even existed.
Great boat tour! Especially liked the history of how the boat was built and the guys that did it. Doing it their way is really cool. More please sir.
A good job finishing this cat out.
Hi Bobby & Laura....enjoy the explanations of the tasks involved in keeping the boat shipshape. The tours and the regular day to day activities are a treat to watch
Great feature Bobby! As someone who is looking forward to buying my own boat (in 6 years) and doing research on boats, I think I'll really like the Boat Tour Tuesdays! Thanks for posting.
Rick
Love the idea of the boat tours, its interesting for those of us who are newish to the sailing world! Keep up the good work!
The boat tour idea is good but even more interesting is the background stories of how people have began and then manage to make it a full time activity/adventure.
Good addition Bobby. There is definitely a cult following to that cat.
Спасибо за материал!!! наконец нашел кат с почти идеальноводоизмещающими обводами!!!
Very interesting design especially with the separated cabins that have their own hatches.
Really cool content Bobby!!! You Laura,Thad and the new crewmember have fair winds & safe travels guys,Robert
Great video Bobby they seem like a couple of great guys living the dream. The boat is pretty cool as well. Have a great day guys.!!!
Nice idea, the boat tour, I had absolutely no idea about a homebuilt that could be so nice. I wonder what the cost was compared to commercially manufactured. You should understand the Sailing Doodles adventure has opened a new world for many and added a window for those who dream about sailing the open seas with a beautiful lady on a beautiful boat. The boat tours is another way of seeing what is possible and this first installment with the "homebuilt" Wharram was perfect. Keep up the dream and the great work ... Thanks to the both of you ... Sam
Thanks so much. I hope we can inspire people!
7644440 I had bought plans from wharram to build this boat. Its a 63 footer. 4,000.00 usd then he claims 5,000 man hours to build the boat. I say bullshit more like 15,000 i costed out the meterials in hawaii it was 100,000 usd 15 years ago. Not including sails,electronics etc just to build. I built a giant tent to build. I had the plywood on site. Then i got tendonitis in my wrist and i could not do anything. My plan was to do what these guys are doing in fiji.
Truth told these boats are really pieces of shit to cruise. They sail like crap.they are 200 year old designs.
My friend had a 38 footer built by professional in thailand. Took 2 years for 5 man crew Cost him 120,000 usd it was very nice.for a wharram . Though It sailed like shit,he motored everywhere and he finally gave up after 8 years and spending another 40,000 on the boat over those 8 years. He got 30,000 usd after trying to sell it for 2 years they are always going to be plywood .he will never step on another boat again cause that boat killed his dreams. He used to say why did i buy this piece of shit. I should have bought a fiberglass boat.
I sold my plans 6 years after i bought them for 1,800.00 to some poor guy. I warned him. I bought a monohull 14 years ago and have sailed over 100,000 miles in those years. Had i built the wharram i am sure i would be doing what these guys are doing. Stay in fiji. I might have just about completed the build by now too.
People be aware, wharrams are not anything like youre average boat.
Very cool! Nice to learn how it's done in other parts of the world. Keep the boat tours coming!
I like boat the tours and meeting other people doing what y'all do.
Beautiful yacht.....but more importantly what an awesome Father and Son...,!!!!!!!!! Cheers guys. Stay safe, hope to see you out there somewhere.....tks Bobby
that's a beautiful Wharram. one day soon I will own my own. my plan is to be living in it in two years from now. I may come down and spend some time in your boat before then. thanks!
Thanks Bobby that was fantastic. Thank you for sharing! It is great to see how people are doing it out there on the water. Looking forward to similar episodes. Cheers from New Zealand!
Great idea Bobby, I like seeing Boat tours of the cruisers you meet. Great video as always.
Guys, Love the idea of boat tours. Can't get enough as I'm always shopping for the next one!
Nice addition for us to see the types of boats out there. Keep up the great work you two. 😎😉👍🏻
This is a nice extra feature! We are enjoying all of your adventures! (Just rule fireworks totally out of any plans!) Best wishes and thanks!
Haha yes most definitely!
Great video and what a way to kick it off! Such a interesting boat and two great guys that are easy to listen too.
Like the boat tour and meeting the crew. Interesting. Please include Laura in upcoming tours and interviews especially if you are meeting a cruising couple like yourselves.
Great idea to mix it up a bit and let us meet those that are living the cruisin' life!
Great video loved it. Never new such boat was possible. Brill. bring on the next one .
Hey Bobby...that was very cool and informative. I've always wondered about these boats but nobody has ever explained it like that! THANKS! PEACE OUT! Ü
That was cool. Yes please, keep the boat tours comming.
Really like the video Bobby. Would love to see more boats folks are using to cruise the world. Never heard of Wharram but have always been fascinated by the Polynesian designs. Like it.
Wow, this was really interesting! I was an unbeliever, but now am looking forward to more of this!!!
Love boat tour Tuesday! That's a very simple, but cool, cat!
Bobby... Loved the boat tour. Nice to see what else is out there.
You will continue to hit a home run with Boat Tour Tuesday, great info for anyone interested in the sailing life!
Thanks! I’ve already filmed 3 more so I’m planning to make them a regular thing
Love the boat tour, meet the sailors video. Looking forward to more
Boat tour Tuesdays is a great idea. Thank you.
Thank you!
I liked the tour. I admit my ignorance because I had never heard of a boat like this. I think the shroud tensioner is quite a good system.. I wonder what the mast step looks like ?
Touring novel and unique boats is great. In general, your content is interesting because it is so varied. Similar to Gone With Thew Wynns. Keep it up.
Keep the boat tour Tuesday going. Great Job
Excellent video! I have been following "Luckyfish" on TH-cam with a similar Wharram cat and have come to admire it a lot. Great videography, as always.
Stew on Luckyfish. Good stuff! Smaller than Doodles, but a fun watch. The Wharram is a kiss engineering design. th-cam.com/channels/kHpXYj4icqUOkQZqkelyPg.html
"Keep it simple, stupid" a good engineering principal.
+J Harrison - Thanks for the shout out! I really enjoyed this boat tour from Bobby too! Great to see so many Wharram admirers commenting here. Cheers, Stew
I like this type of video.
Thanks, for the nice tour of the Wharram. I follow a couple TH-cam Wharram channels, my favorite is "Luckyfish Get's Away". I think sailboat tours conducted by you would be a great addition to your channel.
I vote Yes to continue this type of video. I really enjoyed it.
Yes! Definitely more boat tours! Thanks for a great video.
One of your best, more please...
Great tour interesting to see the different kinds of boats keep it up enjoyed it
Thanks, Bobby. If you find Wharrams interesting check out Hannah Taylor,with some extraordinary West Australian cruising...Cheers
Love these boat tour video's ! Thank you Doodle's !
Cool idea for a boat I like it. I also like seeing the different types of boats
That should of been longer. That Wharram was huge. Couldn't imagine self building something that big.
I like it. Cool boat! I think you have a winner with this idea.
Very interesting and good stories and conversation to go along with it.
Thank you for making this video of this beautiful Wharram and the wonderful father and son who own it. I enjoyed watching this video very much. :)
Thank you for watching!
ask Phil at gulf charters about the wharram pahi 52 that Gunther in phuket built for them, really different, even better is the Pahi 63 can sleep 16 in 8 double cabins a real floating villiage these can be the cheapest boat of that size USD $250000 we would love to use one as our boatel here at Fraser island in Queenslnd
Bobby, I like your boat tours, especially of the James Wharram. Its been a while since you have done a tour for us. I dont believe that you mentioned the length? Guessing 42" ? A must see vlog for Wharram lovers on TH-cam is "Lucky Fish Gets Away" Love to see more like this. Thanks!
+Tim K Thanks for the shout out Tim - I really enjoyed this tour from Bobby
Nice feature. I'd like to see more boat tours.
Love the boat tour and all of your content bring back your podcast
Yeah we need to work on the podcast some more. It’s hard to find the time but we will get back to it
Must have missed it...where are these guys from? South Africa maybe?
Yes they are.
I never was a fan of these boats, however I have to admit this one has some great features.
I loved the wharram caramaran tour these are very interesting boats when james wharram designed them he used all the kowledege of the polonisians and there sailing ability which was vast !now wonder these home built boats have been able to but so may miles on them in safety im not sure how many production boats could say the same for there sailing vessels,,,
This was great! I really like the boat tours. Keep them coming.
Nice !! Amazing these guys have built this !!! Yet, my bride and I think we will stick to a fiberglass modern catamaran. 😉👍🏻
Very cool boat, kinda hard to grasp the concept of a boat lashed together but very nice none the less.
what a neet cat. thanks for adding the boat tour tues!
Great concept! I'm researching cruising cats for retirement so it's nice to get first hand information from owners.
Cool. We will try and find more cats to film!
What a curious boat. Loved seeing it. Thanks.
I like seeing other boats as well.
Yelp''' Different Boat Tours are Cool. Keep them coming !!!
Great tour of the Wharram! Keep them coming!
First one I've seen today and they being South Africans whoo hoo love it.
Great to see others enjoying the lifestyle.
A winner, keep them coming..
Never heard of this boat love that you did this.
not sure if you know but what age is the dad, hes an inspiration. the wharrams make so much sense but i still want more comforts, maybe thats something that could be customized into a large wharram.
Another great vid from Capt. Bob. Keep it up Bobby.
Well I found you through a boat tour so what’s not to like!!!
Awesome! There is more to come! Laura Dekker’s Jeaneau ginn fizz is next week! Subscribe to watch it!
Really interesting boats , sections lashed together , how cool.
Great video continue please especially interested in kit built catamarans like the wharram