Saying goodbye to Maria is bittersweet. She has been such a part of this channel this season that she will be missed so much. Her smile was matched by her ability to help you with so many things. We were all rooting for her to stay and sail with you. Bye Maria.
Your journey reminds of the Olympic coverage - “the thrill of victory & the agony of defeat”. Shared your chills at the 1st startup of Big Red - no better reward for all that work!! Enjoy!!
Great episode Nike! The thumbs down can only be someone with very slippery fingers accidentally picking the wrong thumb. Keep up the great work! Cheers from us
I am so glad for you that you are back into the activities you wanted to be in now. I cannot say enough about your determination, your friend Maria, and your attitudes about all of the challenges you have faced, and ultimately overcome. Being impressed just doesn't do it justice! From here on: Fair Winds and easy seas! I think you have earned them many times over!
"we're kinda on a real path.... its kind of new for me" lmao. Love the sweet sound of that Beta engine in the beginning. Very nice sound. Maria you're a good soul. It shines thru your smile and your eyes. Will miss you on Karl. Fair winds Ladies.
I showed a friend your channel tonight. I got to season 1, episode 7 “trying to cut the bungee cord “ and had to show her this video for the contrast. The determination you have is awe inspiring. Thank you for reminding me to keep dealing with the obstacles in life and to worry about only the things that are important.
Maybe you should cross the Pacific with Maria and buy her a tichet to fly back? Would give great footage and that way we all could look forward seeing her again in your videos! Good luck with your travels and do not worry about your engine, it is brand new!
ChezMarquet that was always the plan, but since she always needs someone to look after her boat and the animals, we always just have a short window and we did not make it that season. But never say never 🤞 Ahoy, Nike
I"ve watched all your videos! quite an adventure to say the very least. You've a firm grasp of the definition of quality as well as inner courage. All the best wishes.
It was very interesting to see the same events from two different perspectives and two different video styles, watching both your video and Sheddy & Joels.
Nice to hear Karl's engine quietly running contently the back ground from the cockpit, that's always a great sign, together with constant checks on the exhaust vent discharging raw sea water. You clearly did a great installation. Noisy engines are 'vexatious to the soul'
Too bad to see Maria leaving...i just thought she would depart with at least two toolboxes instead of suitcases... :-)) Great views on the whales also! 8-)) Have fun&thx for the vid!
Great to see you mobile again Nike! I wish I could say the same for us. We launched the boat 6 weeks ago after my father spending 26 years building and us the last two finishing her after Dad passing away. We have been having a few issues with old rubber seals letting us down, but nothing we can't get sorted. I look forward to spending some time simply sitting in a hammock and doing not much at all!
Nice to see Karl purring along with the engine. Ask Maria to To put up some videos of her work in Mexico so we won't miss her so much. Fair winds to Costa Rica, Nike.
Another nice one Nike,we shall say bye for now to Maria,I'm sure you too will catch up soon. Karl is proving to be reliable,that's good news,you can just relax a bit now⛵️👍😊
I remember the whale from Chuffed 😊No crossing this year ,but Nice to see you and Karl are really going along. Even have the same dress code I see. Karl in green sun shade and you in green bikini/shorts 😀Cheers
Hey Nike great following you and always looking forward to the next episode. Pretty sure I saw Nico the sea cow, on Gone with the Wynns - Stuff breaks (23.40 min), keep up the great work.
Perhaps a trade secret but when was this shot? At least 3 months ago based on when the video from Chuffed was posted... I'm curious only because I was in CR on a solo motorcycle trip in June. I'm guessing you and Karl were probably there too... but more on that, next week.
well that was like the end of a Chapter saying goodbye to Maria. You both did a terrific job on the engine installation. But when are you (or when did you ;-)) complete installing the engine instrument and control panel?
Norman Boyes yeah, it is always hard to say goodbye. But I am sitting on her boat in San Blas right now, so it's not too bad 🤣. For the panel: shhhhhh, wait and see, one thing at a time. I really wanted to get going so I put that on the "get it done whilst at anchor and enjoying urself" 😜 Ahoy, Nike
Hey Nike. At 2:42 what is all that stuff occupying the cockpit? I see a big yellow (?) tarp set up for shade (?) I presume. A fishing pole, another longer pole that goes right out the top of the screen (a larger screen might help me, lol). Happy adventures to you gals.
ClayZ that is a green piece of cloth for shade, yes, quite important in this area 🤣. A fishing pole, exactly, and the antenna for my SSB which is the one that goes out of the screen... in the cockpit you see two cooling boxes filled with ice and drinks because we had gotten some ice in the marina for some extra cold drinks for the evening. Just the normal stuff really, hehehe. Usually the cockpit is not that full... the cooler stays on the foredeck usually and is used for storing ropes. Ahoy, Nike
Another great video. I am assuming your sailing colleague is somewhat camera shy. Pity because if she was involved it would enhance the viewing for your audience. Nice to see her input at the end.
@@WhiteSpotPirates First time you were wearing a green large patterned band, later I saw a thinner one, I was upset. 😊 But now I am happy very happy. Thank you 4 sharing such amazing experience. ❤️
Stuart it does not do anything. It's one of those beads bracelets the Kuna make and I put it around my leg. It has no purpose at all, I just liked it...
Darrell Allen maybe you missed it in the last episode, but we did run it in as the manufacturer advised. I had been in contact with Beta Marine about it and followed their recommended system. From what I understand, boat Diesel engines rather suffer from being run too much at too low RPMs over too long periods. But that's just what I read / heard, I am obviously not a pro. But it kinda made sense to me when I read it. What would be the reason not to push it? And well, we were running it at 70- 75% of RPM, so maybe you thought of sth different when I said "pushing it"?! Ahoy, Nike
Speaking as Diesel mechanic modern engines don't need nursing they have to be able to perform from new. Rental trucks are pulling 24 ton from leaving the factory gate and continue for 200k + wouldn't worry me marine engines work relatively UN stressed so crack on and fair winds sisters!
Flatcap007 thanks for the heads up! That's good to know! Beta said more or less the same. Said it does not really need any running in but the manual said do those 15min at different levels so I did it just in case ...
Before hiking in the jungle make sure you have proper hiking shoes that resist snake bite. The "Fer-de-lance" is a extremely aggressive and dangerous snake in your area.
Saying goodbye to Maria is bittersweet. She has been such a part of this channel this season that she will be missed so much. Her smile was matched by her ability to help you with so many things. We were all rooting for her to stay and sail with you. Bye Maria.
Your journey reminds of the Olympic coverage - “the thrill of victory & the agony of defeat”. Shared your chills at the 1st startup of Big Red - no better reward for all that work!! Enjoy!!
Great episode Nike! The thumbs down can only be someone with very slippery fingers accidentally picking the wrong thumb. Keep up the great work! Cheers from us
I have the deepest respect for the two of you. I will be missing Maria too.
Very lucky to have Maria as a friend! She is amazing! You both are!
great video!! i really enjoyed it!!
I am so glad for you that you are back into the activities you wanted to be in now. I cannot say enough about your determination, your friend Maria, and your attitudes about all of the challenges you have faced, and ultimately overcome. Being impressed just doesn't do it justice!
From here on: Fair Winds and easy seas! I think you have earned them many times over!
"we're kinda on a real path.... its kind of new for me" lmao.
Love the sweet sound of that Beta engine in the beginning. Very nice sound. Maria you're a good soul. It shines thru your smile and your eyes. Will miss you on Karl.
Fair winds Ladies.
Always good to let go of the lines! Fair winds young lady!
you and Mari have the most beautiful smiles. So beautiful two girls.
Thomas D Harrell thanks, Thomas. It helps to be smiley when you have a glowing souls like Maria on your side.
I love you and Maria. What delightful and smart ladies.
Love your "sign off". When you get to Australia please let us know in good time. Love to catch up and show you some hospitality.
So cool you caught up with Sheddy and Joel, love what they do and amazing what you achieve.
I showed a friend your channel tonight. I got to season 1, episode 7 “trying to cut the bungee cord “ and had to show her this video for the contrast.
The determination you have is awe inspiring. Thank you for reminding me to keep dealing with the obstacles in life and to worry about only the things that are important.
FromThe Prairies that's great if that is what you take from the videos!! 👍happy to hear that.
Ahoy, Nike
Loving the yellow dress lol🇬🇧👍
Maybe you should cross the Pacific with Maria and buy her a tichet to fly back? Would give great footage and that way we all could look forward seeing her again in your videos!
Good luck with your travels and do not worry about your engine, it is brand new!
ChezMarquet that was always the plan, but since she always needs someone to look after her boat and the animals, we always just have a short window and we did not make it that season. But never say never 🤞
Ahoy, Nike
I"ve watched all your videos! quite an adventure to say the very least.
You've a firm grasp of the definition of quality as well as inner courage. All the best wishes.
It was very interesting to see the same events from two different perspectives and two different video styles, watching both your video and Sheddy & Joels.
Nice to hear Karl's engine quietly running contently the back ground from the cockpit, that's always a great sign, together with constant checks on the exhaust vent discharging raw sea water. You clearly did a great installation. Noisy engines are 'vexatious to the soul'
evanofelipe yes, I was super happy to hear it running so smoothly! 🤞let's hope it stays that way!
You have such a wonderful site. You friendship with Maria is so refreshing.
Kirk
A great friend you have made...
Thanks for posting... Bye Maria! Never easy, just seems that way.
Too bad to see Maria leaving...i just thought she would depart with at least two toolboxes instead of suitcases...
:-))
Great views on the whales also!
8-))
Have fun&thx for the vid!
"We motored the whole way...." It must feel good to be able to say that now.
Strange how perspective is changing :D In one way motoring a sailboat sucks big time in another it is good to know that you CAN motor :D
true friendship
Great to see you mobile again Nike! I wish I could say the same for us. We launched the boat 6 weeks ago after my father spending 26 years building and us the last two finishing her after Dad passing away. We have been having a few issues with old rubber seals letting us down, but nothing we can't get sorted. I look forward to spending some time simply sitting in a hammock and doing not much at all!
Nice to see Karl purring along with the engine. Ask Maria to To put up some videos of her work in Mexico so we won't miss her so much.
Fair winds to Costa Rica, Nike.
Jorge Campos I'll try 😜. You can follow her on @sail Joana on Facebook and #sailjoana or #lensfullofsalt on insta!
Thanks Nike. I will :)
Another nice one Nike,we shall say bye for now to Maria,I'm sure you too will catch up soon.
Karl is proving to be reliable,that's good news,you can just relax a bit now⛵️👍😊
I remember the whale from Chuffed 😊No crossing this year ,but Nice to see you and Karl are really going along. Even have the same dress code I see. Karl in green sun shade and you in green bikini/shorts 😀Cheers
wow, it must have been tough to watch maria depart. I suspect you'll have plenty of memories of your friend to keep you company.
You'll love Costa Rica and get to leave for your Crossing on your terms in spring. Sounds like a pan :-D
Oh , Wao ! You are living my dream .
Very Nice! Thanks for sharing.
Now I'm sad, Maria has been such an huge part of your channel of late I'm afraid I'm going to miss her as well.
Krásná, usměvavá žena...námořník*
Your new engine sounds great will miss Maria
Hey Nike great following you and always looking forward to the next episode. Pretty sure I saw Nico the sea cow, on Gone with the Wynns - Stuff breaks (23.40 min), keep up the great work.
Maria...DON'T GOOOOO WE LOVE YOU AND WANT TO SEE YOU
Great video! Thanks :)
Break in engine proper , it will give you many hours of faithful service.
First oil/filter change important.
That's cool.
Maria is the best!
Perhaps a trade secret but when was this shot? At least 3 months ago based on when the video from Chuffed was posted... I'm curious only because I was in CR on a solo motorcycle trip in June. I'm guessing you and Karl were probably there too... but more on that, next week.
Did you get the radar fixed on Karl, or are you going it blind due to cost? Really can’t wait till Season 4!
BirdDog Mason no, I never got the radar fixed. So far, I have not really needed it. Maybe one day, when I sail some place more foggy ☺️
Great shots of the whales. Sad to see Maria leave.
Such a cutie
well that was like the end of a Chapter saying goodbye to Maria. You both did a terrific job on the engine installation. But when are you (or when did you ;-)) complete installing the engine instrument and control panel?
Norman Boyes yeah, it is always hard to say goodbye. But I am sitting on her boat in San Blas right now, so it's not too bad 🤣.
For the panel: shhhhhh, wait and see, one thing at a time. I really wanted to get going so I put that on the "get it done whilst at anchor and enjoying urself" 😜
Ahoy, Nike
Hey Nike. At 2:42 what is all that stuff occupying the cockpit? I see a big yellow (?) tarp set up for shade (?) I presume. A fishing pole, another longer pole that goes right out the top of the screen (a larger screen might help me, lol). Happy adventures to you gals.
ClayZ that is a green piece of cloth for shade, yes, quite important in this area 🤣. A fishing pole, exactly, and the antenna for my SSB which is the one that goes out of the screen... in the cockpit you see two cooling boxes filled with ice and drinks because we had gotten some ice in the marina for some extra cold drinks for the evening. Just the normal stuff really, hehehe. Usually the cockpit is not that full... the cooler stays on the foredeck usually and is used for storing ropes.
Ahoy, Nike
With all of us you can never be alone....:O)
captain lee 🤣very true!
Hi Nike, does Maria have a youtube channel or an online
blog? Thanks, Jorg
Another great video. I am assuming your sailing colleague is somewhat camera shy. Pity because if she was involved it would enhance the viewing for your audience. Nice to see her input at the end.
Magnetic girl! :)
I think that if I tried to buddy sail, I would turn it into a race, every time...
It is almost many chapters that you are using a tie in your leg!? is it for decoration or health? Maria is a great person, a real mate.
😁that's just decoration 😁
@@WhiteSpotPirates First time you were wearing a green large patterned band, later I saw a thinner one, I was upset. 😊 But now I am happy very happy. Thank you 4 sharing such amazing experience. ❤️
🌈❤️💪😎
thanks
It's happening !!!!!!!⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓⚓
Why don't you give María a lift all the way up to Mexico on Karl, from there is easier to cast off for south Pacific
Alfonso Vega they needed her up there a little faster 🤣😜
Wir mögen Deinen Kanal: everything`s so fresh! Wir haben selbst gerade einen Kanal gegründet. Vielleicht schaust Du mal rein...
u need change oil after run in
With Maria gone, who's going to film Nike while the german reads the manual?
Jeremy Faulkner 🤣 true true...but I guess I filmed myself before, so that's definitely not going to be the bigger gap she will be leaving...
This is probably stupid but I just can't stand it. What does the rubber band around your leg do?
Stuart it does not do anything. It's one of those beads bracelets the Kuna make and I put it around my leg. It has no purpose at all, I just liked it...
Well then in that case, I like it as well. It's just that I'm not very smart and I am easily confused so I had to ask. I'm sure you understand.
there are allways "a couple of things to fix on a BOAT " if you don't YOU DON'T OWN A BOAT ;-)
I love you Aliza Hond
greetings, love your adventure. if you are ever in San Francisco Bay area message me and you are welcome to join us sailing
cicely cicely might be doing a short stop over in San Fran in march to pick up some stuff for Karl...
Bad idea to "push the engine quite a bit", most new engines need some period of break in before they are pushed to hard!
Darrell Allen maybe you missed it in the last episode, but we did run it in as the manufacturer advised. I had been in contact with Beta Marine about it and followed their recommended system.
From what I understand, boat Diesel engines rather suffer from being run too much at too low RPMs over too long periods. But that's just what I read / heard, I am obviously not a pro. But it kinda made sense to me when I read it.
What would be the reason not to push it? And well, we were running it at 70- 75% of RPM, so maybe you thought of sth different when I said "pushing it"?!
Ahoy, Nike
Speaking as Diesel mechanic modern engines don't need nursing they have to be able to perform from new. Rental trucks are pulling 24 ton from leaving the factory gate and continue for 200k + wouldn't worry me marine engines work relatively UN stressed so crack on and fair winds sisters!
Flatcap007 thanks for the heads up! That's good to know! Beta said more or less the same. Said it does not really need any running in but the manual said do those 15min at different levels so I did it just in case ...
Darrell Allen doesn't seem to have anything to say about that.
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Before hiking in the jungle make sure you have proper hiking shoes that resist snake bite. The "Fer-de-lance" is a extremely aggressive and dangerous snake in your area.