Your camera work throughout the whole series is totally amazing considering the circumstances sailing singlehanded in some very tough situations. Your patience and perseverance is exemplary. Well done, sailor!
So fun. Having watched the END as you celebrated sailing half way around the world I now see when, where and how you crossed from the Atlantic to the Pacific! Thanks🤠3.5.21
Happy! You’re cool ol’ Sea dog. Thanks for sharing adventures, this makes a break up north when you just want to dream away. Maybe this is the key to happiness... If you like. Please visit Gros Islet on Saint Lucia. Such a happy place. Lots of locals and music. At least once a month they have a night party. Drums in the street and tasty Macaroni Cheese. And also Cas-en-Bas on the opposite side. Great people beautiful beach 🏖 Fair Winds
Your entrance to Colon brought back some real memories. I was a Cadet Officer on board the NZS Training ship Rakaia in 1958/9 and steered through that gap late, late at night having done the day shift on the wheel through the canal. Leaving Colon after we had taken on fresh water, I was called from my bunk with just a couple of minutes to wake up. The Pilot said "Hard to Port". I thought he meant Starboard so turned the wheel the wrong way and very nearly squashed a tug boat. !!!! The Captain understood my tiredness and defended me against a very angry Pilot. To make sure I had not lost confidence he got the Pilot for the Cape Cod canal to let me steer through that canal with no instructions. So many thanks for the memories and Good Luck with the Pacific. Try visiting an atoll called Vanavana. Interesting. Regards and best wishes Michael Chartres
My family just finished watching all 91 of your sailing adventure videos. Thank you for all of your hard work, talent and sacrifice making these great videos. You're now one of our favorite channels. Stay safe!
Barry, thanks for sharing your adventures. If you did not know a good way to move a sailboat with a dinghy with motor is do a 'hip-tow'. You would tie off the dinghy on one side aft of the centerline of length, the reason for this is the sailboat will have way more drag than the dinghy and you would spin in circles no matter how much helm you put in to the sailboat. By putting the boat aft of center the dinghy will be pointing out and away and counter-act some of the drag of the sailboat. One can then just add a little helm to counteract any left over imbalance and do all the steering from the sailboat, it works really well. This the same position that any larger boat would use, say a tow service. Tie off using at least two lines. Happy trails brother.
You're such a helpful Old Seadog, Barry. Good to know there are folk like you around when the need arises. Great video as always. Take care and avoid the Pirates!
You two men are to be CONGRATULAED for your work. ! And, thanks for the video effort, all while busy with other important issues. I do however, notice that neither of you were wearing PFD's, from what I could see. As these comments are shared publicly, do take heed, for your own safety. I am following the "Old Seadog" videos with keen interest. Some adventure!!
I just subscribed and thumbs up for what you did to the French ship you are the hero we needs more peoples like you out there . Wish you well and have a safe journey .
Barry, it's allways a light at the end of the tunnel if I see an new episode of The old Seadog. When I come home from my construction area called Wanambi I am delighted if I see a ONE nearby the subscription of Adventures of an old Seadog.
Like and respect your outlook on life and have been talking to my partner about sponsorship possibilities no strings attached what you think it’s a idea we have been thinking about and I watch a lot of sailing channels and yours is one I enjoy the most and when passed to others they agree
Adventures of an old Seadog we seen your last video and looks like your getting ready for canal was hoping you come up east coast or possibly do the loop thanks barry
Sir Francis Drake a ancestor of mine. Was a dedicated Royal Navy Officer who acted in piracy under orders to destroy and disrupt Spanish shipping under a pirates flag so England could claim no involvement and avoid war.
Love that rough coastline, Cape sea dog to the rescue, good job! If he was moaning about being ripped off an extra $12 bucks, You better get the defib unit ready for the next bill, what these land pirates have in store for the old sea dog makes me mad. As long as the sea dog has a few beers to reduce the shock, when he gets that final bill sitting on that map table, He should be fine.
Why would it make you mad that they charge fees to go through? Lots of people involved to get one boat through, not to mention the maintenance. You always have the option to go around for free.
Good job with the assistance in the rescue. BAU around it and yep, had heard before how expensive Panama can be for yachties. Fond memories of the Panama Canal ( Panama City side ) along with the Suez Canal just watching ships coming and going through ambitious giants of engineering feats constructed yester-year. Good luck with the transit through the Canal. Guess you'll be doing as much of the organizing, without the need for an agent, by yourself like RAN sailing.... ?.
You friends boats looked like a Vancouver 32, one of my must have boats! Did you ever find out how the collision happens between the yacht and the ship?
Good that you helped them in, rather than jump aboard and takeover. That way they can enjoy a victory after overcoming difficlties and not a failure. Not sure why they were having so much trouble, a bit more info would have been nice.
a lot of trial and error. larger boats with larger crews. could use rowboats to take depth readings before the big ships come in, then they'd have lots of charts.
As a teenager I use to snorkel out the inside of the break water through the entrance, with tidal current flow, then back down the outside to land. Quite a swim! Big changes in Colon sense then. I lived in Coco Solo, now it is a container port.
Apparently Drake was buried in his full armor in a lead lined coffin but at sea between the wreaks of 2 British warships the Elizabeth and the Delight.He died of dysentery.
Hey Berry, this goes back a few videos when you decommissioned your water tanks. At the time I was going to ask why you didn't make them into diesel tanks? The reason I ask is it seems the price of diesel varies a lot from country to country so you could save a lot, plus gain an extremely long range motor yacht. For an example, I saw where Ecuador's diesel was about $1.50 a gallon. I realize you're going North(I think) so the cheap diesel there won't do you much good. A word to the wise, buy your fuel BEFORE you hit California. Oregon is much cheaper and Mexico is better yet.
And this sailboat ISIS II, have a very interesting history: www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f121/stolen-boat-sy-isis-ii-from-union-isl-yesterday-183795.htmlIt ended up good!
Your camera work throughout the whole series is totally amazing considering the circumstances sailing singlehanded in some very tough situations. Your patience and perseverance is exemplary. Well done, sailor!
So fun. Having watched the END as you celebrated sailing half way around the world I now see when, where and how you crossed from the Atlantic to the Pacific! Thanks🤠3.5.21
Seadog your the only channel I watch now days I love it cheers from Texas s/v oceancowboy 😎🏴☠️
Happy!
You’re cool ol’ Sea dog. Thanks for sharing adventures, this makes a break up north when you just want to dream away. Maybe this is the key to happiness...
If you like. Please visit Gros Islet on Saint Lucia. Such a happy place. Lots of locals and music. At least once a month they have a night party. Drums in the street and tasty Macaroni Cheese.
And also Cas-en-Bas on the opposite side. Great people beautiful beach 🏖 Fair Winds
Helping other sailors is, what seamanship is all about.
Great job guys
Your entrance to Colon brought back some real memories. I was a Cadet Officer on board the NZS Training ship Rakaia in 1958/9 and steered through that gap late, late at night having done the day shift on the wheel through the canal. Leaving Colon after we had taken on fresh water, I was called from my bunk with just a couple of minutes to wake up. The Pilot said "Hard to Port". I thought he meant Starboard so turned the wheel the wrong way and very nearly squashed a tug boat. !!!! The Captain understood my tiredness and defended me against a very angry Pilot. To make sure I had not lost confidence he got the Pilot for the Cape Cod canal to let me steer through that canal with no instructions. So many thanks for the memories and Good Luck with the Pacific. Try visiting an atoll called Vanavana. Interesting. Regards and best wishes Michael Chartres
Some habits die hard huh Barry? Good on you fellas! Thank you for sharing your adventures with us!
It’s been an outstanding adventure to date.
My family just finished watching all 91 of your sailing adventure videos. Thank you for all of your hard work, talent and sacrifice making these great videos. You're now one of our favorite channels. Stay safe!
Barry, thanks for sharing your adventures. If you did not know a good way to move a sailboat with a dinghy with motor is do a 'hip-tow'. You would tie off the dinghy on one side aft of the centerline of length, the reason for this is the sailboat will have way more drag than the dinghy and you would spin in circles no matter how much helm you put in to the sailboat. By putting the boat aft of center the dinghy will be pointing out and away and counter-act some of the drag of the sailboat. One can then just add a little helm to counteract any left over imbalance and do all the steering from the sailboat, it works really well. This the same position that any larger boat would use, say a tow service. Tie off using at least two lines. Happy trails brother.
Cheers
lol I live in a country which is mostly semi desert the sound of that rain is like the finest music to our ears
must be winter. Well done on the assist
You're such a helpful Old Seadog, Barry. Good to know there are folk like you around when the need arises. Great video as always. Take care and avoid the Pirates!
Thanks for sharing and assisting with the damaged sailing vessel. That looked like a Nordhavn 62 that the damaged vessel tied next to.
Nice Nordhavn there docked
The support and camaraderie of sailors of all stripes is one of the reasons I love sailing.
Well done Bazza! The old RLNI bad ass never dies. fair play sir. safe travels!
Good for you guys,, Im sure they were glad to see you.
Well done with the rescue
I love it! I see that I am not the only person that wears their glasses and sunglasses at the same time! Love your videos! Cheers Barry!
You two men are to be CONGRATULAED for your work. !
And, thanks for the video effort, all while busy with other important issues.
I do however, notice that neither of you were wearing PFD's, from what I could see.
As these comments are shared publicly, do take heed, for your own safety.
I am following the "Old Seadog" videos with keen interest. Some adventure!!
Thank you Barry for an other episode of awesome video. Cheers
That was very interesting about Sir Francis Drake I have read about his life and where he died so many thanks Barry.
I just subscribed and thumbs up for what you did to the French ship you are the hero we needs more peoples like you out there . Wish you well and have a safe journey .
Right on. hip hip for Barry.
well done, sir.
Wow, awesome story about Drake...i guess the old chap is now an artificial reef :-)
This is all what is also is all about living the sailing life. Helping each other. That was great you could help the French family. Well done Barry.
We so enjoy your tenacity and perseverance. Your journeys and narrative create epic adventures . Thank you for sharing them with us!
just viewed all 90 vids on the playlist today---took me a couple of weeks ----and a new one turns up!!!!!
looking forward to the next one. Great as always B! - aaron
Good on you for helping! I can’t imagine a ship hit them and sailed off! I would have to explain manners to him
Barry I am an arm chair sailor and I love your videos please keep them coming be safe !
you put out some great videos - a welcome contrast to the 'napkins match the curtains match the swimsuits' crowd
Good on you for your part in the rescue Barry. Pick up on the Sun Rise Moon Rise bit? 2:27 and 6:04 :)
Good vid Barry.
You are awesome...way to help out fellow sailors in need👍👍👍
Hey Barry hope you are heading for NZ eventually!
You are a true legend,
always taking good care about your boat and others!
Barry, it's allways a light at the end of the tunnel if I see an new episode of The old Seadog. When I come home from my construction area called Wanambi I am delighted if I see a ONE nearby the subscription of Adventures of an old Seadog.
Loved the outtake at the end!
You are a hero !!!!
Awesome, as always!
Love learning from you!
Thumbs up matey !!
Hope come to Oregon
Well done Barry for your assistance with a fellow sailboat ,great video as usual
Like and respect your outlook on life and have been talking to my partner about sponsorship possibilities no strings attached what you think it’s a idea we have been thinking about and I watch a lot of sailing channels and yours is one I enjoy the most and when passed to others they agree
Mike H thanks for watching, so happy you enjoj the videos.
Adventures of an old Seadog we seen your last video and looks like your getting ready for canal was hoping you come up east coast or possibly do the loop thanks barry
Great video , many thanks incredible video.
this is great thank you for the great video
Brother you are a legend!! Good luck! I will flick ya a few quid mate!! Peace from there uk!!
Philip Douglas Cheers Phil.
I always feel it’s amazing how us people who knows how it is to be at sea, always step up and help each other.
Adventures ahead mate! Be safe and thank you for sharing your travels
Awesome episode
Sir Francis Drake a ancestor of mine. Was a dedicated Royal Navy Officer who acted in piracy under orders to destroy and disrupt Spanish shipping under a pirates flag so England could claim no involvement and avoid war.
Love that rough coastline, Cape sea dog to the rescue, good job! If he was moaning about being ripped off an extra $12 bucks, You better get the defib unit ready for the next bill, what these land pirates have in store for the old sea dog makes me mad. As long as the sea dog has a few beers to reduce the shock, when he gets that final bill sitting on that map table, He should be fine.
Why would it make you mad that they charge fees to go through? Lots of people involved to get one boat through, not to mention the maintenance. You always have the option to go around for free.
Excellent as always. We are all looking forward to your new adventures on the Pacific side of the canal !!!
Arghhh a possible round the blue pearl, a coming forth for Admiral Barry.
Hope you come to Florence Oregon.
Well done mate.
Watch your vid great as always a very good perspective on life keep your Great post
I need an Adventures of an Old Sea Dog T Shirt for summer sailing season. Anything in the works? You and Ran now my favorite channels
Good Work, Works Wonders! Merci ...
Great video again Barry :)
Great episode. Again!
enjoying your video's ..........
Good job with the assistance in the rescue. BAU around it and yep, had heard before how expensive Panama can be for yachties. Fond memories of the Panama Canal ( Panama City side ) along with the Suez Canal just watching ships coming and going through ambitious giants of engineering feats constructed yester-year. Good luck with the transit through the Canal. Guess you'll be doing as much of the organizing, without the need for an agent, by yourself like RAN sailing.... ?.
You friends boats looked like a Vancouver 32, one of my must have boats!
Did you ever find out how the collision happens between the yacht and the ship?
Once an RNLI, always an RNLI. 🍻
Love your vids Barry. Hi from New Zealand :) look forward to watching many more. Safe sailing.
awesome epic adventures dear Barry .... cheers
Sailing community. Best in the world
RNLI would be proud of you Barry, well done ! Ant and Cid x
I knew you were on the other side but I was waiting for this video sequence
We miss James on Moonrise hello hello
Sea dog to the rescue, are you related to Under Dog?, Lol. Safe sailing!!
Canal ftw.
Good that you helped them in, rather than jump aboard and takeover. That way they can enjoy a victory after overcoming difficlties and not a failure. Not sure why they were having so much trouble, a bit more info would have been nice.
Great work mate :) Not a very good secret, the two on Ran let the cat out of the bag. :)
I am not an arm chair viewer I am a wheelchair viewer !
How did they do it? Before engines, GPS, Sonar....How did they do it?
a lot of trial and error. larger boats with larger crews. could use rowboats to take depth readings before the big ships come in, then they'd have lots of charts.
Good work Barry! Look forward to your canal transit, will you meet up with white spot pirates?
Another great video. Why do you keep your red duster furled around the staff?
Would love to know what boat your viking friend has. I'm aiming at a center cockpit and I love his boat. Thank you for the video.
had a feeling you were heading there , bon voyage.
As a teenager I use to snorkel out the inside of the break water through the entrance, with tidal current flow, then back down the outside to land. Quite a swim! Big changes in Colon sense then. I lived in Coco Solo, now it is a container port.
Luuv u Barry 👍
Nice job! How did the French boat get hit by the other ship?
LOL... uh Barry... uh... LOL (me too)
For great men like Drake we prefer to call them "adventurers" He was way more than just a pirate
Apparently Drake was buried in his full armor in a lead lined coffin but at sea between the wreaks of 2 British warships the Elizabeth and the Delight.He died of dysentery.
👍👍⛵⚓⛵
RAN already broke your secret Barry. You've got some catching up to do!! Best of luck mate
The lead coffin of Francis Drake was to make sure he stayed down.
Time to leave, to much rain.
Ah, Sir Francis, another famous Devonian seafarer.
Arrrh !! lol !
you missed 2 3rds of the Atlantic all of North America
Hey Berry, this goes back a few videos when you decommissioned your water tanks. At the time I was going to ask why you didn't make them into diesel tanks? The reason I ask is it seems the price of diesel varies a lot from country to country so you could save a lot, plus gain an extremely long range motor yacht.
For an example, I saw where Ecuador's diesel was about $1.50 a gallon. I realize you're going North(I think) so the cheap diesel there won't do you much good. A word to the wise, buy your fuel BEFORE you hit California. Oregon is much cheaper and Mexico is better yet.
And this sailboat ISIS II, have a very interesting history: www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f121/stolen-boat-sy-isis-ii-from-union-isl-yesterday-183795.htmlIt ended up good!