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@@TeuluTribe no entiendo muy bien la pregunta pero te diré lo que hice: navegar por todo el caribe durante un año y después navegar por el Pacífico hasta que tuve que volver por cuestiones familiares graves. Hace 50 años y...solo. Ahora navegar en un magnífico velero como el vuestro representa poco riesgo aunque alguna vez la naturaleza os ponga frente a alguna situación un poco comprometida, pero solo un poco.
@@TeuluTribe Sometimes you guys do remind me of this Old Salt I spoke to in the Philippines; "I will always remember my first Typhoon... fondly" Just stay away from the Bearing Sea, please?
For the first time in 30yrs I smelt the smell of waking up in an anchorage again when you were up at dawn. Hard to explain, nothing like a Marina, the salty air, the sun heating things up, the oxygen released by the trees, don’t know what it is but its great. Thanks guys for the memories.
Steve, dam right, I love that smell, i thought it was only me smelling what u explained, but I've missed it sooo much. Thanks for making me remember and smile.😁
Thank you for sharing your wonderful memory with us! It's moments like these that make life truly special. Glad our video could take you back to that place
Do remember you need accurate time, maps and sight reduction tables or software as well as the sextant to navigate in blue water - and if the goal is to survive say a lightning strike that destroys all electronics, then paper maps and tables, a backup clock and probably a calculator stored wrapped in foil( unless you know how to use log tables and can afford a mechanical chronometer) Also remember you need clear sky and a clear horizon - a lot of astro-nav is skilled dead reckoning between days when you can get both. BTW - a sextant and a hand bearing compass are also key parts of coastal navigation pre-GPS - here not requiring clear skies! Have fun learning the old ways - stay safe
@@TeuluTribe Also GPS jamming is getting common (NAVTEX warned several times this year thay GPS in the E Baltic (near Kaliningrad) was 'unreliable'...) Hopefully you're far from such conflicts - but the Bering Straits are quite narrow - and Alaskan sailing unforgiving. Practise the old ways - more work, less accurate, much harder to jam and fun in decent weather. I pray you'll never need them - but within living memory boats smaller than Teulu would sail the Atlantic by astro-nav and then pick up a lighthouse pre-dawn to guide them in the last 20 miles. You can train as they never could - knowing how well your skills are developing against GPS. Then when its gone you still have well-found hope...
Thank you. Loved the Q and A. It took me back through your travels, and I could remember them all. I always look forward to your journey, and I don't want to get ahead of myself, but doing the Alaska and down the coast of Canada will be amazing. Breaking Waves showed me a lot of stuff around Vancouver Island and the Inland Passage and it is stunning. So I will wait here patiently for that and every single video until then. Love you. Stay safe. ❤🙏
We're so glad you enjoyed the Q&A and that it brought back memories of our travels! Thank you for your support Steve, we can't WAIT to bring you to ALASKA!
One of the best moments for you must have been waking up in the early morning in Antigua and realizing in awe that "We're in the Caribbean!!" Thanks for sharing that moment in the video on the dock! All the best!!
So excited! My question (money) made the cut! Thank you for the in depth answer on what I’m sure is a delicate subject. You handled it expertly. You guys do such great videos. So inspiring! Fair winds!
So excited for you to see Alaska to the Puget Sound. Be prepared for rain, but keep in mind that is what makes everything so beautiful, from greenery to waterfalls. We lived in the northwest for 30 years and have just recently moved home to Idaho. Absolutely loved sailing our boat in the San Juan’s and BC. Our son lives and is a Captain out of Craig, AK He will never return to the lower 48. It is a totally different experience! Comfy simple things will go a long way in wet and colder climates.
Great to hear your plans and your thoughts on your past sailing. When you were in the Caribbean it felt like you had just one goal and that was to cross the Pacific. So glad you decided to spend more time just relaxing and seeing what great places were around you. You would have missed so much. Looking forward to Alaskan waters.
For some reason i was just served up an early episode by TH-cam. Omg - how far you have come. Watching you dash to Ikea in gloomy british weather for bins…life has moved on. Thank goodness for all the lovely weather and adventures you serve up to us
Love your plans for the next year. If you can make it to Alaska by mid June, you'll be there in time to witness a spectacular phenomenon known as midnight sun, during the week surrounding summer solstice. Definitely an experience I would recommend. British Columbia is gorgeous area to sail. There are plenty of deep inlets that you can go a long ways inland. Just a heads up, I've never been on a boat in the wintertime, but the winters around Vancouver island can be brutally cold. It's not so much the temperature, as the combined temp & humidity. Makes for a chill that you can't seem to get warmed up from. I imagine coastal UK would have similar winter climate.
You guys are living the life you should be very proud of what you've accomplished and where you're going. There is no better experience than traveling the world and meeting people from different countries, interacting with their cultures, and absorbing the experience to look back on fondly. When you get far enough North to Canada, give a shout. I sail a 1981 Mason 43 out of Sooke, Vancouver Island, BC, Canada 🇨🇦. I would be happy to assist you once in Canada in anyway possible
Great to be reminded of the lure of the sea,freedom,the storms,the doldrums,always fixing things but nothing can beat for me on my 48'ketch sailing in 20knots off Phuket sound from Oct to April avoiding rainy season😊❤
Sharing the scariest moments of sailing around the world on your 40ft boat with the Teulu Tribe is a powerful testament to your bravery and resilience. Your willingness to recount these challenging experiences not only highlights your courage in the face of adversity but also deepens our understanding of the realities of life at sea. The way you navigate and share these intense moments reflects your dedication to both adventure and authentic storytelling. Your journey inspires others to face their fears and embrace the unknown with determination. And I am Floating Village Life.
Alaska, the hidden gem of cruising! We're ready to break the ice and show you a side of cruising that's cooler (see what i did there 😉) than ever before.
I'm originally from the province of British Columbia, Canada. I'm happy to hear you will be sailing through our waters. I think you'll find it quite fortunate to travel in this part of the world by sail. I hope you take your time to explore it well. The fjords, the huge majestic snow capped mountains, the untouched thick lush forests, the thousands of islands, the thick wild life on the land and sea. Our aboriginal people still practising and sharing their ancestral traditions for all who venture there. I have a feeling it is going to blow your minds. Welcome friends... In answer to your query, a video on anchoring would be great...
Very pleased to hear of your interest in buying a sextant. You will really love it. Don’t be seduced into buying a plastic sextant. The best “ get-you-started” book is Celestial Navigation by Mary Blewitt. It is based on the presumption that the sun goes round the world; That you are not an outstanding mathematician but that you can add and subtract. All the rest is practice. I learned with sight reduction tables and the Nautical Almanac. It may be easier now. One day you will find your noon latitude with the sextant, check with the GPS and you will smile for the next hundred miles!
yep, how to do proper anchoring will be a very intersting!) Thank you guys, you are awesome! I hope we will also save you from a lonely anchorage some day!)
you are still young, relatively new to cruising and inspiringly successful/attractive in your presentations .apart from having learned ,that a secure anchor system ,bigger than commonly recommended ,is smart to invest in, you expressed the wish for longterm comfort ,like big hard dodger and extended energy-solar system.,all actually part of extended security ,because less tiring ,staying more alert and joyful .One of the biggest realizations you had ,is the joy and meaningfulness you experienced in helping others ,providing the remote family with starlink and compassionate care ! As a young cruising couple with growing networking capabilities ,you can extend that meaningful joy of compassionate care int the cruising scene and with your audiences ,adopting more compassionate care projects at selected locations and concerning environment protection ! May you explore that field and engage smartly and joyfully ! wishing you the very best .
Regarding dehumidifying an enclosed space. It costs a lot less (energy, e.g. fuel) to heat a room with a low humidity percentage compared to the same room with a higher humidity percentage. The reason is the moisture, i.e. water, requires a lot of heat to increase the temperature of the air and the water (moisture).
Hi guys thankyou for these wonderful videos hoping to set sail soon on our 42’ Colin archer with our 2 young children, we’d love to see an anchoring video as this is one thing that holds us back from more remote sailing.. thanks again guys very inspiring much love….🙏
That is the best way to eat Mangos. My Grandmum taught me to eat them that way about 40 years ago and I think that it is the only reasonable way to eat them ( well that and Thai Mango sticky rice of course )
Been following since it was still B's channel. This sit-down very interesting, so will start there. Having lived abd n cruised in variety of situations, solo n with sev diff partners, am ridiculously interested in the couple dinamics aboard. You guys are among the half dozen or so that i find really interesting, positive, n enjoyable. And yr learning -- the life n each other. Nuff said. Coupla details from this Q n A... aside from the general notion of slowing down a bit n not racing individual seasons thru diff areas, yr intentions for Alaska/BC n making an effort toward celestial nav, yes, yes, yes! Having done a lot on the water, n mostly by seat of the pants, along with the occasional decent sort to learn from, agree with yr assessment of how easy it is to grasp the basics of sailing, but important to get some foundation in diesel mechanics n first aid. When these things are needed in the crazy moments, you dont want to be starting from scratch. One thing more -- before you set out, spend an hour with someone in the boatyard who will walk you thru the basics of the physical/mechanical aspects of making electrical connections, wires, using a multimeter to test. 8 1/2 times out of ten an electrical prob is the mechanical aspect of connections. So good to hear you guys sit n go thru yr experiences n impressions.
If you're set on Celestial (a dark and noble art), I recommend " Waren Norville Celestial Navigation Step by Step". He teaches the classic HO 299 method, but as a professional navigator, he also teaches HO 211 Agetons tables. A faster but slightly less accurate reduction. The theory is that fixes from small boats inherently have more error than the tables, so there is no loss. Also, you can get a used Davis Plastic Sextant for little money. They are great for learning. Much lighter, and to start with your arm will get tired while you're learning. All though a proper metal sextant is a work of art and something to cherish. I wouldn't put off the learning because of the cost when a good plastic can be piced up for about 90 US. If you like it, then look around for the one you will keep forever.
Kudos for taking the Hawaii, Alaska, PNW route. It's so refreshing to see a channel do this. I can only think of one other channel, RAN Sailing, who have done it. And I am tuned in (sub'd) to a LOT of sailing channels. Looking forward to it.
Becka, I think some of the items you mentioned, and you thought might be a luxury, are not. If one you got sick or slightly injured it might just make it a little easier to cope with the situation for a while, and safer. You are on this journey to enjoy. Enjoy!
Am I the only one, curious to learn what you have learned about the weather? Would be awesome if you consider to make a video about weather! This topic seems so underrated...
Night Vision Monocular - Have you considered having one? They are very affordable now, a good Bushnell is less than $300us. Great for when you pull into an anchorage at night... A Thermal Monocular would be great in fog and other times, also in the $300us price range. Both would be nice to have when looking out for pirates. 🎉
That’s been my standard mango preparation for years .. I live in Thailand and they all look very puzzled when I do this .. good to see others doing the same !!
Good for you thinking about Celestial navigation I got my certification years ago used it quite a lot then as we gave up long distance sailing the skill went unused. To get started try and find a good used polymer sextant from a good maker . Most of what you do is sun run sun to get used to finding the hight of the object compared to horizon , once you get that skill on board and have an accurate time piece access to HO tables online and the math bits and locating the star mastered it’s quite simple really to get a cocked hat on the chart that’s quite representative of you position . It’s really satisfying to know you can find your way without much else!
you guys i live on the BC coast so i know u would regret not visiting us here. I have 4 words for you, Great Bear Rain Forest. Time it for the summer months. Heaven. Stay Safe and Godspeed
Hey Becka and Z. Another great episode.On your travels i just wondered if you have seen with your own eyes the state of the Oceans with regards to non reusable plastics and the affects on wildlife.Would love you cover this enviromental message in one of your episodes x Thx
What an amazing vlog, (question and answer), I have to admit you guys have taken on so much. Becka, when you tackled the electrics I was so proud of the way you took it on, and Zac from very little skill you have become quite an accomplished engineer. Your parents must be so proud of you both. I am so pleased that you have slowed down, as I felt you were in a race when you first set off. Also I am so looking forward to sailing with you up the west coast, all the way to Alaska. My favourite sea gypsies. Xx
When you stern anchor the next time, have a second rope tied to the roll bar on the anchor attached to a floating ball or fender. This way you can back the anchor out before lifting.
Good idea- Zach actually dived down and attached a trip line to the roll bar but that thing was not budging! I guess its better it doesn't move, then does 😂
Hey guys. Loved the Q+A. Quick question on your star link setup. Did you go for the version for boats or was it the roaming RV version. I hear people say both options can work.
I think your plan to go to Alaska and BC is great. Be sure you do lots of research. After more than 70 years of sailing (and motoring) in the Northwest and SE a Alaska I know you will love all the many anchorages to discover. I have a collection of info that I would be glad to share with you such as a set of books by Don and Ranne Douglas. Over 1,500 pages and 10 lbs. of data on anchorages, routs and such. When you get to a US port I will be glad to send them to you.
I would actually be interested in a video about anchoring. I have only anchored "at home" but it is all mud bottom here. I just upgraded my anchor to a Rocna Vulcan about 2 sizes to big for my boat and now looking at chain as in how much do I need and how much can fit in the locker.
If you can do it maybe run a section of hose up to the chain locker when you put in the outdoor shower so you can rinse off the muck from the anchor that drops onto your deck. I do not know how many boats I have seen with the deck stained from that muck.
Hi, i found you thru sailing seawind, i just finished binch watching your channel. Great Channel, where is your nose piercing you had in uni? 😄 Keep it up.
I live in Oregon and I'd love to know the approximate dates you will be heading to Sitka and when you might pass here. I'd Love to meet you both and maybe and evening of dinner. I've enjoyed watching you two grow with your adventures.
remember the video you bought the boat becka nearly made me cry she was so happy you come such a long way andd watched every episode since and seen your confidence grow please meet up with sailing blue pearl in mexico also on you tube wonderful couple with an old fantastic boat im sure your paths may cross
@@TeuluTribe not me on mexico coast i wish lol but another older couple with the most amazing sailboat blue pearl check them on you tube am sure they down]near la paz they are wonderful people again its astounding how far you boyh come in a short time love it
@@TeuluTribe it has been about 10 years now, but I told myself I can't go back to Costa Rica unless it is a one way ticket. I was there for 10 days and it was the only place I have ever been where I was emotional to leave. Pura Vida!
Like youe comments on your further travels. Yes, Alaska is a must then south. Some lovely stops on the way not forgetting Victoria Islands a jewal of a place together with Vancouver. I am of to thses places in August. Fine sailing Alex
We cannot wait for Alaska and Canada! Will be sure to check out Victoria Islands; Zach has family in Vancouver so we will not rush past all the beauty thats around there
Quick fix suggestion for slapping noisy cables in the mast. Long cable ties every 30 cm x 4 at 90 degrees to each other. This will stop the cable slapping against the mast.
@@TeuluTribe Are you able to disconnect the cable/s Tie a draw rope, pull up to the top of the mast. Cable tie the cables and draw back down with the draw rope? You are both very capable so am probably spouting rubbish.
@@TeuluTribe - your mention of sailing to Alaska made me think of another sailing channel from Norway. They have a Playlist on their winter sail to Alaska. It is polar opposite to sunny sailing and quite interesting. The channel name is alluring arctic sailing. May be of value to your future expedition north. I look forward to your weekly videos btw.
Greeting from Alaska! It’s beautiful here but you’ll want to bring your warm rain gear! From what I understand, Hawaii can be challenging to find anchoring locations because it gets deep fast and there are limited areas to anchor. Look forward to hearing more of your adventure!!
We'll be sure to pack the layers! Thanks for the advice about Hawaii- we are only looking to be there around 1-2 months so may have to find marinas if there isn't many places to anchor
Alaska is amazing! But much like Costa Rica, not much wind on the inside passage. If you are planning to Winter up north, maybe go to Kodiak and winter in Prince William Sound. Currently working on a research vessel and the coastline along the "lost coast" is absolutely stunning.
We have also heard this! Hopefully our destiny isn't set with motor sailing but it will be worth it for ALASKA!! We are considering wintering around that area, as we want to also explore Glacier National Park and maybe even head to Seward, however, arriving in July time may be limited so we will have to see where we get to! Where is the lost coast? It sounds amazing
@TeuluTribe the lost coast goes from Glacier National Park to ~Cordova. Complete wilderness with stunning views of Mt St Elias, and surrounding mountains, along the coast. July is a late start, and it's apparently quite foggy in August (although we have only been up here since June 2). If my boat could have handled the winter up here (not insulated) then I would have definitely started in Kodiak and come east along the coast. But alas, we must make it south before the bad weather sets in.
Oh wow, sounds incredible! We are aiming to be there earlier than that but it all depends on weather windows to Hawaii, but arriving in May would be better, we shall see!
Most everyone that is in the Pacific "In rhe winter are in the "Sea of Cortez ( The Sea of Lost Dreams)" Then the rest are at the French Polynesian Islands 🏝 or Hawaii island. Now when you get to any of the Islands 🏝 in the pacific, you will find they will take your breath away. Keep us informed on when you start your sail ⛵️ to the Big Island of Hawaii so I can keep an eye 👁 on the Horizon for your sails. And when you get here ya'll have a place to stay. So Thank You for a Great video 📹 this week. Looking forward for the next one. So until next time, Aloha from the Big Island of Hawaii! Cheers 🍻 and Aloha
They are! We are excited to get there after this hurricane season 😊 And we will! We cannot wait to arrive to Hawaii- every time you comment on a vid, it lights a bit more of a spark in us to drop the hook there
ps 2 One of the great advantages cruisers with networking channels have ,are common concerns and interests and needs ,visiting same sites ( thereby allowing supervision ,training and supply runs for projects ) and are on a day to day basis ,still largely independent ,on their own boats ,preventing longterm crowding/fatigue .Together with their channel networking crowd ,cruisers are in a supreme position to create and maintain meaningful 'Compassionate Care Projects ' as 'Participation' models and are likely increasing their own channel clicks ,thereby income and support ,but much more important actively nurturing their own (and potentially others ) conscience and more meaningful-joyful existence
@@TeuluTribe on compassionate care projects . for your dream of sailing to materialize ,you put in a lot of work and sacrifice and it really manifested with the platform ,the boat ,followed by more work . same with compassionate care projects .it takes time and needs a platform . this platform can be a communication channel for networking and collecting ideas ,project sites ,other interested beings ,including people who do for free the editing ,saving you time ,but you could still be the founders . that pathway can open many opportunities . my family and friends did that many times for the bigger good ,starting small and the biggest charity has now 250 people employed on project sites in Asia ,6 employed at main office in Europe and direct beneficiaries of 500.000 a year ,1million indirect . from zero and idealistic ideas to collecting and distributing millions each year . if cruisers with sailing channels come together ,they could do much more than most imagine to be possible ! think it over ,investigate ,talk with others
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taken the risk!!
@@TeuluTribe no entiendo muy bien la pregunta pero te diré lo que hice: navegar por todo el caribe durante un año y después navegar por el Pacífico hasta que tuve que volver por cuestiones familiares graves. Hace 50 años y...solo.
Ahora navegar en un magnífico velero como el vuestro representa poco riesgo aunque alguna vez la naturaleza os ponga frente a alguna situación un poco comprometida, pero solo un poco.
The Pacific is 3 times what the Atlantic is, there is no question.
@@johnwolf2829 haha love this comment, only crazies would want to find water that treacherous again...oh wait 😉
@@TeuluTribe Sometimes you guys do remind me of this Old Salt I spoke to in the Philippines; "I will always remember my first Typhoon... fondly"
Just stay away from the Bearing Sea, please?
For the first time in 30yrs I smelt the smell of waking up in an anchorage again when you were up at dawn. Hard to explain, nothing like a Marina, the salty air, the sun heating things up, the oxygen released by the trees, don’t know what it is but its great. Thanks guys for the memories.
Steve, dam right, I love that smell, i thought it was only me smelling what u explained, but I've missed it sooo much. Thanks for making me remember and smile.😁
Thank you for sharing your wonderful memory with us! It's moments like these that make life truly special. Glad our video could take you back to that place
I must say, Becca, that I am SO impressed by your willingness to get involved with the boat’s operations and technicalities.
Hey, thanks for noticing! I'm all about getting my hands dirty and learning new things. It's been a fun journey so far!
Love you kids! Thanks for sharing your adventures with us. Safe travels. ❤
Thanks for the love! We'll keep the adventures coming for you all 😊
Yes, do an anchor tutorial!
Thanks
Do remember you need accurate time, maps and sight reduction tables or software as well as the sextant to navigate in blue water - and if the goal is to survive say a lightning strike that destroys all electronics, then paper maps and tables, a backup clock and probably a calculator stored wrapped in foil( unless you know how to use log tables and can afford a mechanical chronometer)
Also remember you need clear sky and a clear horizon - a lot of astro-nav is skilled dead reckoning between days when you can get both. BTW - a sextant and a hand bearing compass are also key parts of coastal navigation pre-GPS - here not requiring clear skies!
Have fun learning the old ways - stay safe
Good advice! We can't wait to dive into the more 'fail safe methods'. Thanks for the tips
@@TeuluTribe Also GPS jamming is getting common (NAVTEX warned several times this year thay GPS in the E Baltic (near Kaliningrad) was 'unreliable'...) Hopefully you're far from such conflicts - but the Bering Straits are quite narrow - and Alaskan sailing unforgiving.
Practise the old ways - more work, less accurate, much harder to jam and fun in decent weather. I pray you'll never need them - but within living memory boats smaller than Teulu would sail the Atlantic by astro-nav and then pick up a lighthouse pre-dawn to guide them in the last 20 miles. You can train as they never could - knowing how well your skills are developing against GPS. Then when its gone you still have well-found hope...
Love your style, keep rocking it!
It is really lovely to have seen you both grow over the last 2 years. You seem to have grown into your own skins.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to hear that our growth is noticeable 😊
Exciting you guys are planning to explore the pacific northwest!
We can't wait Jason!
Yay ! Good idea
@@TeuluTribe You are gonna love it. One of the very best places in America.
Thank you. Loved the Q and A. It took me back through your travels, and I could remember them all. I always look forward to your journey, and I don't want to get ahead of myself, but doing the Alaska and down the coast of Canada will be amazing. Breaking Waves showed me a lot of stuff around Vancouver Island and the Inland Passage and it is stunning. So I will wait here patiently for that and every single video until then. Love you. Stay safe. ❤🙏
We're so glad you enjoyed the Q&A and that it brought back memories of our travels! Thank you for your support Steve, we can't WAIT to bring you to ALASKA!
One of the best moments for you must have been waking up in the early morning in Antigua and realizing in awe that "We're in the Caribbean!!" Thanks for sharing that moment in the video on the dock! All the best!!
Ah, it was honestly one of the best moments of my life! Such an incredible feeling
Interesting to hear all your comments !! Keep safe.
Thanks Harry!
Another brilliant episode guys informative, interesting and giving a good insight to sailing thank you 🙏
Glad you enjoyed Stuart! Hope you are good 😊
So excited! My question (money) made the cut! Thank you for the in depth answer on what I’m sure is a delicate subject. You handled it expertly.
You guys do such great videos. So inspiring!
Fair winds!
Glad you enjoyed! Your question was awesome, keep 'em coming!
You have both come so far over the last 2 years, I remember seeing you both step on the boat for the time. Loving the content keep it up.
Thanks so much for sticking around since the beginning, we appreciate it more than you know! The good old days now 😉
OK, my Fav intro...Close-up coffee/espresso...almost smell it. Bounty and Teulu hooked up, a 10 outs 10. ok, later you crazy cats..
Glad you could almost smell it...we really are working hard to make the videos feel like you are on board so hearing that means a lot!
Yes would love to see you do an anchor setting and thank you guys once again I love watching your TH-cam channel and we never quite heard what the guy
He dropped his anchor swivel!
So excited for you to see Alaska to the Puget Sound. Be prepared for rain, but keep in mind that is what makes everything so beautiful, from greenery to waterfalls. We lived in the northwest for 30 years and have just recently moved home to Idaho. Absolutely loved sailing our boat in the San Juan’s and BC. Our son lives and is a Captain out of Craig, AK He will never return to the lower 48. It is a totally different experience! Comfy simple things will go a long way in wet and colder climates.
We will pack our raincoats and embrace the wet beauty! Cannot wait, and hey, maybe we will bump into your son out there
Great to hear your plans and your thoughts on your past sailing. When you were in the Caribbean it felt like you had just one goal and that was to cross the Pacific. So glad you decided to spend more time just relaxing and seeing what great places were around you. You would have missed so much. Looking forward to Alaskan waters.
Great to see you working so well together! It truly takes a team to cruise 💪
For some reason i was just served up an early episode by TH-cam. Omg - how far you have come. Watching you dash to Ikea in gloomy british weather for bins…life has moved on. Thank goodness for all the lovely weather and adventures you serve up to us
Love your plans for the next year.
If you can make it to Alaska by mid June, you'll be there in time to witness a spectacular phenomenon known as midnight sun, during the week surrounding summer solstice. Definitely an experience I would recommend.
British Columbia is gorgeous area to sail. There are plenty of deep inlets that you can go a long ways inland.
Just a heads up, I've never been on a boat in the wintertime, but the winters around Vancouver island can be brutally cold. It's not so much the temperature, as the combined temp & humidity. Makes for a chill that you can't seem to get warmed up from. I imagine coastal UK would have similar winter climate.
You guys are living the life you should be very proud of what you've accomplished and where you're going. There is no better experience than traveling the world and meeting people from different countries, interacting with their cultures, and absorbing the experience to look back on fondly. When you get far enough North to Canada, give a shout. I sail a 1981 Mason 43 out of Sooke, Vancouver Island, BC, Canada 🇨🇦. I would be happy to assist you once in Canada in anyway possible
Thanks!
Thanks Dan! You always put such a smile on our faces with how generous you are!
Loved the q and a sesh! Videos on how you do everything is welcome!
Hawaii then Alaska sounds really exciting! Best of luck
Thank you so much! We're really looking forward to the adventure.
You two complement each other so well. What a great team. Cheers!
Great to be reminded of the lure of the sea,freedom,the storms,the doldrums,always fixing things but nothing can beat for me on my 48'ketch sailing in 20knots off Phuket sound from Oct to April avoiding rainy season😊❤
Sounds like you've found your perfect escape plan from rainy days!
Sharing the scariest moments of sailing around the world on your 40ft boat with the Teulu Tribe is a powerful testament to your bravery and resilience. Your willingness to recount these challenging experiences not only highlights your courage in the face of adversity but also deepens our understanding of the realities of life at sea. The way you navigate and share these intense moments reflects your dedication to both adventure and authentic storytelling. Your journey inspires others to face their fears and embrace the unknown with determination. And I am Floating Village Life.
Awesome! So happy you guys are planning to do Alaska, so few cruisers on you tube go there. it will be great to see. Keep up the great work 👍
Alaska, the hidden gem of cruising! We're ready to break the ice and show you a side of cruising that's cooler (see what i did there 😉) than ever before.
Great to hear all of the planned upgrades - especially the dodger :)
So glad you're looking forward to the upgrades, especially the dodger! It's going to be such a gamechanger!
I'm originally from the province of British Columbia, Canada. I'm happy to hear you will be sailing through our waters.
I think you'll find it quite fortunate to travel in this part of the world by sail. I hope you take your time to explore it well.
The fjords, the huge majestic snow capped mountains, the untouched thick lush forests, the thousands of islands, the thick wild life on the land and sea. Our aboriginal people still practising and sharing their ancestral traditions for all who venture there. I have a feeling it is going to blow your minds.
Welcome friends...
In answer to your query, a video on anchoring would be great...
Very pleased to hear of your interest in buying a sextant. You will really love it. Don’t be seduced into buying a plastic sextant.
The best “ get-you-started” book is Celestial Navigation by Mary Blewitt. It is based on the presumption that the sun goes round the world;
That you are not an outstanding mathematician but that you can add and subtract. All the rest is practice. I learned with sight reduction tables and the Nautical Almanac. It may be easier now. One day you will find your noon latitude with the sextant, check with the GPS and you will smile for the next hundred miles!
Who knew maths could be so adventurous with a sextant in hand? Let the celestial journey begin! 😊
yep, how to do proper anchoring will be a very intersting!) Thank you guys, you are awesome! I hope we will also save you from a lonely anchorage some day!)
So excited to hear you plan to come up to Alaska and the Salish Sea!!! The area is pretty darn special.
you are still young, relatively new to cruising and inspiringly successful/attractive in your presentations .apart from having learned ,that a secure anchor system ,bigger than commonly recommended ,is smart to invest in, you expressed the wish for longterm comfort ,like big hard dodger and extended energy-solar system.,all actually part of extended security ,because less tiring ,staying more alert and joyful .One of the biggest realizations you had ,is the joy and meaningfulness you experienced in helping others ,providing the remote family with starlink and compassionate care ! As a young cruising couple with growing networking capabilities ,you can extend that meaningful joy of compassionate care int the cruising scene and with your audiences ,adopting more compassionate care projects at selected locations and concerning environment protection !
May you explore that field and engage smartly and joyfully !
wishing you the very best .
Hey there! Thanks a ton for the lovely comment. We're all aboard for more meaningful journeys ahead! 😊
For me the Starlink gift by your Patreons was the best ever. This video is good as always. Well done.
I have three sextants. My first was a Davis Mk3. I also have a Mk15, and an old USN sextant.
Can’t wait for what the future brings in Alaska.
Neither can we! We are sooooo excited!
Very interesting Q&A, looking forward to following you to Alaska, then hopefully to New Zealand sometime.
Regarding dehumidifying an enclosed space.
It costs a lot less (energy, e.g. fuel) to heat a room with a low humidity percentage compared to the same room with a higher humidity percentage.
The reason is the moisture, i.e. water, requires a lot of heat to increase the temperature of the air and the water (moisture).
Yes to the anchoring vid.
Hi guys thankyou for these wonderful videos hoping to set sail soon on our 42’ Colin archer with our 2 young children, we’d love to see an anchoring video as this is one thing that holds us back from more remote sailing.. thanks again guys very inspiring much love….🙏
That is the best way to eat Mangos. My Grandmum taught me to eat them that way about 40 years ago and I think that it is the only reasonable way to eat them ( well that and Thai Mango sticky rice of course )
Been following since it was still B's channel. This sit-down very interesting, so will start there. Having lived abd n cruised in variety of situations, solo n with sev diff partners, am ridiculously interested in the couple dinamics aboard. You guys are among the half dozen or so that i find really interesting, positive, n enjoyable. And yr learning -- the life n each other. Nuff said. Coupla details from this Q n A... aside from the general notion of slowing down a bit n not racing individual seasons thru diff areas, yr intentions for Alaska/BC n making an effort toward celestial nav, yes, yes, yes! Having done a lot on the water, n mostly by seat of the pants, along with the occasional decent sort to learn from, agree with yr assessment of how easy it is to grasp the basics of sailing, but important to get some foundation in diesel mechanics n first aid. When these things are needed in the crazy moments, you dont want to be starting from scratch. One thing more -- before you set out, spend an hour with someone in the boatyard who will walk you thru the basics of the physical/mechanical aspects of making electrical connections, wires, using a multimeter to test. 8 1/2 times out of ten an electrical prob is the mechanical aspect of connections. So good to hear you guys sit n go thru yr experiences n impressions.
Don't know why you don't have more subs . Good looking lady on board , that should help a lot .
If you're set on Celestial (a dark and noble art), I recommend " Waren Norville Celestial Navigation Step by Step". He teaches the classic HO 299 method, but as a professional navigator, he also teaches HO 211 Agetons tables. A faster but slightly less accurate reduction. The theory is that fixes from small boats inherently have more error than the tables, so there is no loss. Also, you can get a used Davis Plastic Sextant for little money. They are great for learning. Much lighter, and to start with your arm will get tired while you're learning. All though a proper metal sextant is a work of art and something to cherish. I wouldn't put off the learning because of the cost when a good plastic can be piced up for about 90 US. If you like it, then look around for the one you will keep forever.
I just saw a fancy sextant for over $3,000.00!!
Will watch your trip to Alaska with great interest, you’ve just awakened my interest as to where to go after the Sea of Cortez.
Kudos for taking the Hawaii, Alaska, PNW route. It's so refreshing to see a channel do this. I can only think of one other channel, RAN Sailing, who have done it. And I am tuned in (sub'd) to a LOT of sailing channels. Looking forward to it.
Becka, I think some of the items you mentioned, and you thought might be a luxury, are not. If one you got sick or slightly injured it might just make it a little easier to cope with the situation for a while, and safer. You are on this journey to enjoy. Enjoy!
Nice episode, thanks for sharing, love you two....
Definitely interested in anchoring and, later, in celestial navigation.
Great video! Land lover her living vicariously through your adventures!😎
Another great video! Thank you. Hoping to cross paths with you when you make it up to the PNW (Pacific Northwest).
Looking forward to the videos with sextant navigation and dodger build.
Am I the only one, curious to learn what you have learned about the weather? Would be awesome if you consider to make a video about weather! This topic seems so underrated...
Night Vision Monocular - Have you considered having one? They are very affordable now, a good Bushnell is less than $300us. Great for when you pull into an anchorage at night... A Thermal Monocular would be great in fog and other times, also in the $300us price range. Both would be nice to have when looking out for pirates. 🎉
Thats a good suggestion 😊 we will look out for one o them, and plus, it would look kinda bad ass to use one coming into an anchorage 😂
That’s been my standard mango preparation for years .. I live in Thailand and they all look very puzzled when I do this .. good to see others doing the same !!
So cool to hear that! Mango prep buddies from across the globe. Keep surprising them with your mango skills 😉
Good for you thinking about Celestial navigation I got my certification years ago used it quite a lot then as we gave up long distance sailing the skill went unused. To get started try and find a good used polymer sextant from a good maker . Most of what you do is sun run sun to get used to finding the hight of the object compared to horizon , once you get that skill on board and have an accurate time piece access to HO tables online and the math bits and locating the star mastered it’s quite simple really to get a cocked hat on the chart that’s quite representative of you position . It’s really satisfying to know you can find your way without much else!
Interesting! Thanks for the advice- i can't wait to throw myself into learning how to use it
Nice, Anchor team work 😇🙃😀
It's the little things that really make u smile, an ur heart go boom!!! Luv yas 😁🇦🇺 Did Zach just swear😲😲
Haha he did!! Shocking 😂
you guys i live on the BC coast so i know u would regret not visiting us here. I have 4 words for you, Great Bear Rain Forest. Time it for the summer months. Heaven. Stay Safe and Godspeed
Always a learning curve when starting something new 😁
Hey Becka and Z. Another great episode.On your travels i just wondered if you have seen with your own eyes the state of the Oceans with regards to non reusable plastics and the affects on wildlife.Would love you cover this enviromental message in one of your episodes x Thx
"Anchors Away" ...I would enjoy that video :)
Good to know!
Will you do a review of your electric outboard at some point?
What an amazing vlog, (question and answer), I have to admit you guys have taken on so much. Becka, when you tackled the electrics I was so proud of the way you took it on, and Zac from very little skill you have become quite an accomplished engineer. Your parents must be so proud of you both.
I am so pleased that you have slowed down, as I felt you were in a race when you first set off. Also I am so looking forward to sailing with you up the west coast, all the way to Alaska. My favourite sea gypsies. Xx
From amateur electricians to sea gypsies, we're on quite the adventure! Thanks for sailing along with us 😊
When you stern anchor the next time, have a second rope tied to the roll bar on the anchor attached to a floating ball or fender. This way you can back the anchor out before lifting.
Good idea- Zach actually dived down and attached a trip line to the roll bar but that thing was not budging! I guess its better it doesn't move, then does 😂
Hey guys. Loved the Q+A. Quick question on your star link setup. Did you go for the version for boats or was it the roaming RV version. I hear people say both options can work.
Thank you for all the amazing input, absolutely loved this video.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Your support means a lot 😊
Covered a lot of info, well done ! If/When you come North, must stop at 'The City by The Bay', San Francisco, my home. Fair Winds 😎
Thanks for the suggestion! San Francisco is on our sailing bucket list now 😊
I'll be honest, you guys are becoming the only sailing channel I watch 🎉😊
Wow, thanks for sticking with us! We'll keep the sailing adventures coming your way 😊
I think your plan to go to Alaska and BC is great. Be sure you do lots of research. After more than 70 years of sailing (and motoring) in the Northwest and SE a
Alaska I know you will love all the many anchorages to discover. I have a collection of info that I would be glad to share with you such as a set of books by Don and Ranne Douglas. Over 1,500 pages and 10 lbs. of data on anchorages, routs and such. When you get to a US port I will be glad to send them to you.
I would actually be interested in a video about anchoring. I have only anchored "at home" but it is all mud bottom here. I just upgraded my anchor to a Rocna Vulcan about 2 sizes to big for my boat and now looking at chain as in how much do I need and how much can fit in the locker.
Nice choice on the anchor! We have 100m of chain and love that amount for round-the-world cruising. Will do a vid on the topic in the future 😊
If you can do it maybe run a section of hose up to the chain locker when you put in the outdoor shower so you can rinse off the muck from the anchor that drops onto your deck. I do not know how many boats I have seen with the deck stained from that muck.
A deck wash would be a really nice upgrade in the future 😊
You too are bloody awesome and amazing
Should really go up into the sea of Cortez as already mentioned
Hi, i found you thru sailing seawind, i just finished binch watching your channel. Great Channel, where is your nose piercing you had in uni? 😄 Keep it up.
I live in Oregon and I'd love to know the approximate dates you will be heading to Sitka and when you might pass here. I'd Love to meet you both and maybe and evening of dinner. I've enjoyed watching you two grow with your adventures.
Planning the dates we will arrive is like trying to herd cats at this point, but as soon as we know we will let you know! Dinner sounds fantastic 😊
remember the video you bought the boat becka nearly made me cry she was so happy you come such a long way andd watched every episode since and seen your confidence grow please meet up with sailing blue pearl in mexico also on you tube wonderful couple with an old fantastic boat im sure your paths may cross
Thanks for being with us so long! Which Mexican coast are you on? I am sure if you are on the Pacific we will catch up to you 😊
@@TeuluTribe not me on mexico coast i wish lol but another older couple with the most amazing sailboat blue pearl check them on you tube am sure they down]near la paz they are wonderful people again its astounding how far you boyh come in a short time love it
Oh cool, will check them out. Thanks Eddie 😊
Tamarindo was fun. Surf Playa Grande!
Love love love Tamarindo, when were you there?
@@TeuluTribe it has been about 10 years now, but I told myself I can't go back to Costa Rica unless it is a one way ticket. I was there for 10 days and it was the only place I have ever been where I was emotional to leave. Pura Vida!
Definitely would find the in and outs of anchoring interesting!
Will keep this in mind and aim to film it once this hurricane season has passed 😊
Like youe comments on your further travels. Yes, Alaska is a must then south. Some lovely stops on the way not forgetting Victoria Islands a jewal of a place together with Vancouver. I am of to thses places in August. Fine sailing Alex
We cannot wait for Alaska and Canada! Will be sure to check out Victoria Islands; Zach has family in Vancouver so we will not rush past all the beauty thats around there
Quick fix suggestion for slapping noisy cables in the mast. Long cable ties every 30 cm x 4 at 90 degrees to each other. This will stop the cable slapping against the mast.
Thats a great suggestion- we only have one entry hole halfway up the mast that we can access- how do you suggest putting the cable ties on? Thanks
@@TeuluTribe Are you able to disconnect the cable/s Tie a draw rope, pull up to the top of the mast. Cable tie the cables and draw back down with the draw rope? You are both very capable so am probably spouting rubbish.
Amazing !
Very lovely and muddy anchor. ⚓️
Love a muddy anchor as it means its done its job!
Yea please could you do the video about anchoring. ❤
We will defo do that in the future!
Love Alaska, we go every other year. Just went earlier this year. Love you guys, safe travel.
We cannot wait to go there! Thanks for being here Robert
@@TeuluTribe - your mention of sailing to Alaska made me think of another sailing channel from Norway. They have a Playlist on their winter sail to Alaska. It is polar opposite to sunny sailing and quite interesting. The channel name is alluring arctic sailing. May be of value to your future expedition north. I look forward to your weekly videos btw.
Oh interesting, will be sure to check them out, thanks!
100% please do an anchoring video that would be amazing
Kudos for mounting the camera on a gimbal, really makes a big difference.
Gimbal, the unsung hero of smooth camera movements! Glad you appreciate the effort.
The TH-cam channel RAN Sailing did a similar route to what you are planning. They went from Costa Rica to Hawaii then to Alaska.
Oh awesome! Will check them out, did they do it recently?
@@TeuluTribe Probably about 4 years ago before their daughter was born
@@nortonmolly oh cool, will go back and find their vids, thanks!
Greeting from Alaska! It’s beautiful here but you’ll want to bring your warm rain gear! From what I understand, Hawaii can be challenging to find anchoring locations because it gets deep fast and there are limited areas to anchor.
Look forward to hearing more of your adventure!!
We'll be sure to pack the layers! Thanks for the advice about Hawaii- we are only looking to be there around 1-2 months so may have to find marinas if there isn't many places to anchor
For sailing around Alaska look up “the inside passage” there plenty of cruising guides for the area.
Will look that up, thanks!
Alaska is amazing! But much like Costa Rica, not much wind on the inside passage. If you are planning to Winter up north, maybe go to Kodiak and winter in Prince William Sound. Currently working on a research vessel and the coastline along the "lost coast" is absolutely stunning.
We have also heard this! Hopefully our destiny isn't set with motor sailing but it will be worth it for ALASKA!! We are considering wintering around that area, as we want to also explore Glacier National Park and maybe even head to Seward, however, arriving in July time may be limited so we will have to see where we get to! Where is the lost coast? It sounds amazing
@TeuluTribe the lost coast goes from Glacier National Park to ~Cordova. Complete wilderness with stunning views of Mt St Elias, and surrounding mountains, along the coast.
July is a late start, and it's apparently quite foggy in August (although we have only been up here since June 2). If my boat could have handled the winter up here (not insulated) then I would have definitely started in Kodiak and come east along the coast. But alas, we must make it south before the bad weather sets in.
Oh wow, sounds incredible! We are aiming to be there earlier than that but it all depends on weather windows to Hawaii, but arriving in May would be better, we shall see!
I like your channel more and more
Most everyone that is in the Pacific "In rhe winter are in the "Sea of Cortez ( The Sea of Lost Dreams)" Then the rest are at the French Polynesian Islands 🏝 or Hawaii island. Now when you get to any of the Islands 🏝 in the pacific, you will find they will take your breath away.
Keep us informed on when you start your sail ⛵️ to the Big Island of Hawaii so I can keep an eye 👁 on the Horizon for your sails.
And when you get here ya'll have a place to stay.
So Thank You for a Great video 📹 this week. Looking forward for the next one.
So until next time, Aloha from the Big Island of Hawaii! Cheers 🍻 and Aloha
They are! We are excited to get there after this hurricane season 😊 And we will! We cannot wait to arrive to Hawaii- every time you comment on a vid, it lights a bit more of a spark in us to drop the hook there
ps 2 One of the great advantages cruisers with networking channels have ,are common concerns and interests and needs ,visiting same sites ( thereby allowing supervision ,training and supply runs for projects ) and are on a day to day basis ,still largely independent ,on their own boats ,preventing longterm crowding/fatigue .Together with their channel networking crowd ,cruisers are in a supreme position to create and maintain meaningful 'Compassionate Care Projects ' as 'Participation' models and are likely increasing their own channel clicks ,thereby income and support ,but much more important actively nurturing their own (and potentially others ) conscience and more meaningful-joyful existence
Thanks for the comment. Love the idea of creating Compassionate Care Projects!
@@TeuluTribe on compassionate care projects . for your dream of sailing to materialize ,you put in a lot of work and sacrifice and it really manifested with the platform ,the boat ,followed by more work . same with compassionate care projects .it takes time and needs a platform . this platform can be a communication channel for networking and collecting ideas ,project sites ,other interested beings ,including people who do for free the editing ,saving you time ,but you could still be the founders .
that pathway can open many opportunities . my family and friends did that many times for the bigger good ,starting small and the biggest charity has now 250 people employed on project sites in Asia ,6 employed at main office in Europe and direct beneficiaries of 500.000 a year ,1million indirect . from zero and idealistic ideas to collecting and distributing millions each year . if cruisers with sailing channels come together ,they could do much more than most imagine to be possible ! think it over ,investigate ,talk with others
Such a good job and sharing 💗
Sharing is caring, right? Glad you enjoyed the vid 😊
@@TeuluTribe Malpas +++x
Great Q and A. Will we on You Tube get to see the Patreon questions?
Its not the plan but maybe in the future we will touch back on those topics 😊
You guys are the best
Thank you so much for your kind words!