It must be the interesting rock formations that inspire the turtles 😂. I discovered your channel tonight and I’m a massive fan already, it’s so real, it’s got a rawness about it that makes you feel like you’re right there with you. Keep doing exactly this, nothing is over done, it’s entertaining and informative without the need for filters, over edited shots drowned in music or someone insisting the camera needs to be on their face every time they speak, while hamming something up for click bait… In some other videos those turtles would have, or could have been potential man eating pirate turtles that were threatening to cut the anchor line and burn the boat to take Rob for sexual favours 🙄😜😂. This has simplicity with an intelligent approach, I love the fact I get to actually see the scenery whilst hearing the boat and the waves with your voices in real time, it’s like I could be there apart of the conversation in that very moment . The authentic interaction between you both is just so on point and refreshing. Dee, the style in which you’re filming/ editing, speaking and presenting with the occasional voice over as required is perfect. Rob your approach to sailing and talking through what you’re doing and why is spot on and just draws you in to want to know more… its also abundantly clear you’re both just as experienced and passionate about doing this journey together, it’s all really wholesome… it’s the best content for sailing on TH-cam by far! 🎉
@robertshoobridge1422 Wow. Thanks Robert for such a kind & generous comment. Dee makes these videos for her own enjoyment & for us to watch together when we are old (older?). It is awesome when others get info & enjoyment from them too. Thanks again for your kind words & encouragement. Rob.
@leezettb There are definitely crocs in Raja Ampat, but not everywhere. This area is the most Southern of Raja Ampat and crocodiles are not as prevalent here. They are not known in this specific location. When we get further north there are absolutely places we don't swim (or loiter on the sugar scoop, or water's edge, or dinghy!).
@leezettb Leaving in the rain & pitch darkness absolutely tested our nerves & teamwork, that’s for sure. Glad you are getting info from Dee’s videos. We really are having a great experience here. Rob.
@chippyjohn1 We have 75m of 10mm short link chain & 40kg Sarca Excel. We also have 100m of rope rode if required. Our chain is due for replacement & I will fit 100m this time. 75m is not enough for our boat in some anchorages here in my opinion.
@sailingjaygo thanks for the reply. Wad just researching chain and anchors and your video popped up. Enjoy your journey, I'm fantasising about building a yacht.
Hey Stew. Definitely crocs in some areas but not in Balbulol (that we know about). It did not look like croc country there. We have however been in a few places in Indonesia that DO look like croc country so are pretty careful, like where we are now in Sumba as I type this! Indonesia had 150 croc attacks in 2023, so not something to take lightly. We consider ourselves comparatively “croc-wise” compared to some people we have met. We enjoy being in the water most days but don’t take what we consider as stupid risks.
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It must be the interesting rock formations that inspire the turtles 😂.
I discovered your channel tonight and I’m a massive fan already, it’s so real, it’s got a rawness about it that makes you feel like you’re right there with you.
Keep doing exactly this, nothing is over done, it’s entertaining and informative without the need for filters, over edited shots drowned in music or someone insisting the camera needs to be on their face every time they speak, while hamming something up for click bait… In some other videos those turtles would have, or could have been potential man eating pirate turtles that were threatening to cut the anchor line and burn the boat to take Rob for sexual favours 🙄😜😂.
This has simplicity with an intelligent approach, I love the fact I get to actually see the scenery whilst hearing the boat and the waves with your voices in real time, it’s like I could be there apart of the conversation in that very moment .
The authentic interaction between you both is just so on point and refreshing.
Dee, the style in which you’re filming/ editing, speaking and presenting with the occasional voice over as required is perfect. Rob your approach to sailing and talking through what you’re doing and why is spot on and just draws you in to want to know more… its also abundantly clear you’re both just as experienced and passionate about doing this journey together, it’s all really wholesome… it’s the best content for sailing on TH-cam by far! 🎉
@robertshoobridge1422 Wow. Thanks Robert for such a kind & generous comment. Dee makes these videos for her own enjoyment & for us to watch together when we are old (older?). It is awesome when others get info & enjoyment from them too. Thanks again for your kind words & encouragement.
Rob.
So beautiful, What a stunning anchorage. I thought there were Crocs in Raja Ampat?
@leezettb There are definitely crocs in Raja Ampat, but not everywhere. This area is the most Southern of Raja Ampat and crocodiles are not as prevalent here. They are not known in this specific location. When we get further north there are absolutely places we don't swim (or loiter on the sugar scoop, or water's edge, or dinghy!).
@ we will be following you closely as we are wanting to get there one day in the future. Stunning spot, pity you had to exit in the dark 😱
@leezettb Leaving in the rain & pitch darkness absolutely tested our nerves & teamwork, that’s for sure. Glad you are getting info from Dee’s videos. We really are having a great experience here.
Rob.
Beautiful footage. How much chain/rope do you have on the bow anchor? And how heavy is the anchor?
@chippyjohn1 We have 75m of 10mm short link chain & 40kg Sarca Excel. We also have 100m of rope rode if required. Our chain is due for replacement & I will fit 100m this time. 75m is not enough for our boat in some anchorages here in my opinion.
@sailingjaygo thanks for the reply. Wad just researching chain and anchors and your video popped up. Enjoy your journey, I'm fantasising about building a yacht.
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Any crocs up there ?
Hey Stew. Definitely crocs in some areas but not in Balbulol (that we know about). It did not look like croc country there. We have however been in a few places in Indonesia that DO look like croc country so are pretty careful, like where we are now in Sumba as I type this! Indonesia had 150 croc attacks in 2023, so not something to take lightly. We consider ourselves comparatively “croc-wise” compared to some people we have met. We enjoy being in the water most days but don’t take what we consider as stupid risks.