You definitely did SA justice. The Knysna episode was so epic and your landtour by far left most camperers in the dust. Do hope to see you guys back there one day :-) Always great to hear from you. Wishing you safe and happy travels!
" ...have the courage to lose sight of land..." The lit up bridge, opening ...the gateway to heaven....so beautiful...( got chocked up watching. ) Selection of background music. awesome. Favorite channel, guys.
Good Sunday morning family. Beautiful vid as always. Kinda sad to leave Cape Town but a happy moment too. So we just got back from a trip to Honduras and were really worried that Bret was going to mess things up but he turned out to be a nonevent as y’all know by now too. Cheers!
Thank you for spending time in South Africa. Although it is weeks ago, it's still sad seeing you leave. It was emotional. Ash💞. The lit up swing bridge looked as if it was saluting Nahoa. It is exciting to know we can travel further with you. Love you guys.💞⛵
I truly love when you guys talk "sailor". You both are such great sailors. You guys give sailing lessons when you give us the "mission brief". Thank you for taking us on a tour of SA, but, it is time to go. See Ya! The kids are getting so big, right in front of us. Thank you for sharing
Be wise. Patience is a virtue. Do not take a risk. Make a sound judgement. Always choose a safe travel schedule. Always praying for your family. Take care. God bless
My #1 thing I keep onboard for hull intrusions is various sized pieces of 1/4 thick wood. I keep moisture curing calking, sheets of plastic, and a drill with screws with it. The goal with a hull intrusion is to quickly slow the water down so the bilge pump can keep up. Slap the wood on from the inside with the drill. After that you can get in the water and have someone pass you another piece of wood covered in calking with plastic stuck to the calking. you cover the other side of the plastic with calking and quickly press it over the hole, and then screw it in. (your drill probably won't work underwater so you need a waterproof one or you do it the hard way).
Fair winds and following winds, thank you for stopping in our small fun loving country, I hope the memories will live on in your minds forever. Here’s to the last big ocean before you have completed a full circuit of this round spinning ball we call home.
It’s just amazing that you are able to post updates at sea! Well hometown update….everything forestry is on the tipping edge of a fire, it’s been very hot and sunny, no rain for weeks… From White Rock bc, cheers guys!
I've lived abroad for 45 years in New England winters. I made 1/8 " acrylic storm windows for the hatches using the screens for a temple. I also made storm windows for the fixed and opening ports. It really helps.
WOW....beautiful departure. I could share the feeling of leaving Cape Town. I like how you guys take your time to watch the weather to make a good decision to leave. That's very wise of you guys. I really like how you guys sail. Once again thank you for taking us viewers along for the ride in this beautiful sailing. Please continue to stay safe. Btw great flashlight Ben. Just don't pointed at Ashley's eyes 😂😅
woah! where have i been?!?! i had to rewatch that little clipit of bodhi! i feel like baby bodhi has suddenly become bodhi the little boy! both he and willa have grown up so much over these past few months it seems. 😊
So lovely to see you guys leave the V&A with the bridges and the lights. We left there last year February for Namibia then St Helena. Yup not much to buy in St Helena but you know that by now.
Enjoy your sail north. Made that trip in 2016, CT TO Annapolis; once you get past that low it's a easy sail. Keep a lookout; you might see some humpbacks on the way to St. Helena.
Can’t wait to see you guys cross your wake, you two really have earned it, there have been many hard miles and challenges that would have stopped many, but you’ve kept on and that will make the victory all the sweeter
We used expanding builder's foam when a saildrive diaphragm leak developed 1/2 way from FL to Panama. The foam go in my hair and on my skin, but it sealed the leak for another 500 miles.
Wow, the video at the end leaving Capetown was so beautiful! You both seemed a bit depressed. Must have been very frustrating having to wait to depart for so long ! Love you guys! Fair winds, safe passage! ❤
I thought all the stores in South Africa were looted last year and even recently with both building and car fires all over the place. Glad to see that you were able to get some shopping done and that store wasn't vandalized.
Just the best information. I've just done a lot of sailing and I'm still learning from you guys. For the canvas wrap over a cracked hull. (Of course see the movie In Harms Way where skipper John Wayne does this on a WWII destroyer). Here's a data point. I built a wooden kayak, then I cut two 4" (100mm) bulkheads out of medium density foam. They were carefully and accurately cut, oversized.they were so tight it took me over an hour each to mallet hammer them into position. Tight. No light around the edges. I figured, good enough for sea trials, and seeing if I should move them fore or aft.... caulk the edges later. Got rolled by a tricky reflected wave. My hull filled up like those bulkheads weren't even there. 20-30 cm max submersion so not that much pressure. Totally surprised me. Of course I'd do the canvas, but at best I would expect it to only slow the water coming in, buy some time, give the pumps -- or the foam (I like that) a chance to work. I'd try to put a think squishy yoga mat over the hole first if possible. (I use yoga mats for everything except yoga.) Take photos of your freezer/fridge layers as you load up. Then when it's all frosted over and you're looking for the lamb chops, you just flip through the photos to find out what layer they're on. Also photos of what's in the hatches and cupboards (Make a label that will be in the images saying which bilge hole/cabinet it is. Fastest way to make an inventory. I left my puffy coat home (stinks too easily) My merino wool layers however, after 33 days wearing them 24/7 over cotton t-shirts and undies that did stink -- still do not stink at all! (Shower change of undies about every 5 days. TMI? sorry) I don't think I even washed my merino before the trip. I know we just get used to our funk... but I keep sneaking up on them. Nope, just smell lanolin. The big Aran Islands sweater I wore above them also still doesn't stink, but it is getting a bit pilly. I was repeatedly told, the north Pacific "just isn't going to be that cold.' so I left my sleeping bag at home. A $25 SOL emergency bivy however made a terrific sleeping bag and was quite durable. I rolled it up and can use it again. I always travel with a sleeping bag liner.
Yup you said it right “you can’t fix condensation” we RV’d in WA state for 5 years and every winter was a nightmare. Even with a 1200 sq dehumidifier and dumping a half gallon of water out of it a day my walls were still sweating. Finally left this year before rotting our RV out.
When you insulate your next boat take a look at using cork .. it works well and its very safe. Its also recyclable ..you can also add it as a decking material or flooring. . Its also anti mold and bacterial by nature and fire retardent. Its available in a wide range of thicknesses finishes densities and textures as well as colours. Take a look at a NZ cat called Cool change.. originally a Derick Kelsall design. 😉😎🧙♂️🇬🇧
Just be safe always, above everything. I understand the frustrations but don't jump into being foolishness. You guys are smarter than that. Prayers, prayers.
You definitely did SA justice. The Knysna episode was so epic and your landtour by far left most camperers in the dust. Do hope to see you guys back there one day :-) Always great to hear from you. Wishing you safe and happy travels!
Sweet on your way! Keep the sunny side up and the heavy side down…you got this. 🙏
Beam me up Scotty. A man and his new 🔦. Excellent soothing musical score, perfect. Thanks for sharing.
Capetown was very pretty with all the lights on as you left early. Good luck with this new section of your voyage
SAFE TRAVELS...🙏
" ...have the courage to lose sight of land..." The lit up bridge, opening ...the gateway to heaven....so beautiful...( got chocked up watching. ) Selection of background music. awesome. Favorite channel, guys.
Good Sunday morning family. Beautiful vid as always. Kinda sad to leave Cape Town but a happy moment too. So we just got back from a trip to Honduras and were really worried that Bret was going to mess things up but he turned out to be a nonevent as y’all know by now too. Cheers!
Thank you for spending time in South Africa. Although it is weeks ago, it's still sad seeing you leave. It was emotional. Ash💞. The lit up swing bridge looked as if it was saluting Nahoa. It is exciting to know we can travel further with you. Love you guys.💞⛵
Fair Winds.
Glad to see you are finally underway Fair Winds and Following Seas.
Thanks for posting!
Cheers, SV Good Karma as Grins
I truly love when you guys talk "sailor". You both are such great sailors. You guys give sailing lessons when you give us the "mission brief". Thank you for taking us on a tour of SA, but, it is time to go. See Ya!
The kids are getting so big, right in front of us. Thank you for sharing
Thanks for all the love to SA, we enjoyed having you here and welcome you back soon!❤
But there is so much violent crime! It’s frightening
We will be making the trip in November. Wish you the best of weather in crossings to come.
Run Forest..... Run....
Have a safe journey.
Great Cape Town. Good winds family!
So happy you're getting through well so far. We love y'all, be safe. You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Be wise. Patience is a virtue. Do not take a risk. Make a sound judgement. Always choose a safe travel schedule. Always praying for your family. Take care. God bless
Stay careful and prioritize safety, my friend, 👍👍👍
Your story is far more impressive than mainstream media could ever beat in my opinion. I pray for your safety and happiness
My #1 thing I keep onboard for hull intrusions is various sized pieces of 1/4 thick wood. I keep moisture curing calking, sheets of plastic, and a drill with screws with it. The goal with a hull intrusion is to quickly slow the water down so the bilge pump can keep up. Slap the wood on from the inside with the drill. After that you can get in the water and have someone pass you another piece of wood covered in calking with plastic stuck to the calking. you cover the other side of the plastic with calking and quickly press it over the hole, and then screw it in. (your drill probably won't work underwater so you need a waterproof one or you do it the hard way).
Hopefully the crossing is safe..
I'm in key largo would love to see your fam when you're on your way by..🙏
Nice that you finally got around the tip off south africa
Cape Town, my home city. Now living in Perth WA. CT is beautiful as is the rest of the pockets in South Africa. Glad you enjoyed it.
Fair winds Nahoa
Your caution, patience & reasoning is a wonder to watch. Stay safe.
Safe travels. ⛵🌏🦈🐬🐬🩱🤿⛱📸🐡🐟🐠🩳🩳🐚🎣💧☀️🇦🇺
Fair winds and following winds, thank you for stopping in our small fun loving country, I hope the memories will live on in your minds forever. Here’s to the last big ocean before you have completed a full circuit of this round spinning ball we call home.
WoW!!! Finally you get to leave on this amazing passage! Congratulations! Safe passage and Fair winds!
It’s just amazing that you are able to post updates at sea!
Well hometown update….everything forestry is on the tipping edge of a fire, it’s been very hot and sunny, no rain for weeks…
From White Rock bc, cheers guys!
It is sad to see you go. Although I would have liked to meet you personaly! Calm seas and fair winds to you!
So great to watch a new video! Have a safe passage :)
I've lived abroad for 45 years in New England winters. I made 1/8 " acrylic storm windows for the hatches using the screens for a temple. I also made storm windows for the fixed and opening ports. It really helps.
Ben and Ashley you are a book of knowledge when it comes to catamaran sailing. Safe passage and stay healthy to such a wonderful family.....Larry
Best sailing channel!
WOW....beautiful departure. I could share the feeling of leaving Cape Town. I like how you guys take your time to watch the weather to make a good decision to leave. That's very wise of you guys. I really like how you guys sail. Once again thank you for taking us viewers along for the ride in this beautiful sailing. Please continue to stay safe. Btw great flashlight Ben. Just don't pointed at Ashley's eyes 😂😅
I can totally understand you guys getting a wee bit emotional leaving Cape Town.....it's a wonderful place!
woah! where have i been?!?! i had to rewatch that little clipit of bodhi! i feel like baby bodhi has suddenly become bodhi the little boy!
both he and willa have grown up so much over these past few months it seems.
😊
So excited to be on the move with you again! Health & happiness to your crew. Safe travels ❤️
You two are very Good sailors and Careful, have a safe passage.
Ben I love your announcer/poetic speeches. Adds such a great flavor to your already awesome vids!
Dehumidifiers could help with condensation, I thought you had some that you used in Thailand.
So lovely to see you guys leave the V&A with the bridges and the lights. We left there last year February for Namibia then St Helena. Yup not much to buy in St Helena but you know that by now.
Enjoy your sail north. Made that trip in 2016, CT TO Annapolis; once you get past that low it's a easy sail. Keep a lookout; you might see some humpbacks on the way to St. Helena.
Ben, Ashley and crew, I send my best wishes and purest prayer for a safe passage.❤😊❤
Be safe. Your wee ones are precious!
Safe passage guys!
I am glad, that you have reached Saint Helena safely !
I think waiting for a weather window is right up there in terms of anxiety! Well done, lovely episode and all the best to you all ❤
Best of luck and safe wishes to your family. Another great video hope you guys are doing well with the storms.
Thanks for update. Safe travels- you're in our prayers.
Can’t wait to see you guys cross your wake, you two really have earned it, there have been many hard miles and challenges that would have stopped many, but you’ve kept on and that will make the victory all the sweeter
Safe travels north. Looking forward to experiencing your journeys again. ⚓️🫶⚓️
We used expanding builder's foam when a saildrive diaphragm leak developed 1/2 way from FL to Panama. The foam go in my hair and on my skin, but it sealed the leak for another 500 miles.
good to see u guys again. the kids r growing. blessings all the way!!
Wow, the video at the end leaving Capetown was so beautiful! You both seemed a bit depressed. Must have been very frustrating having to wait to depart for so long ! Love you guys! Fair winds, safe passage! ❤
Good to have you guys back under sail!
I thought all the stores in South Africa were looted last year and even recently with both building and car fires all over the place. Glad to see that you were able to get some shopping done and that store wasn't vandalized.
Be safe and have a safe passage
Wishing you the very very BEST and fair winds, safe sailing 🤞😊 ✌❤☘ 🌬 ⛵
Thankyou 👍 and good luck
Great epp! Looking forward to watching the crossing. You guys have evolved as safe sailors, well done and good luck!
Your narrative voice has improved soo much,maybe a future in t v travel someday Ben,keep those beauties safe.
Great video! We still have tin food from Cape Town that we bought five years ago! That marina is just so koowl!
Hello my darlings!
I truly hope that you have a good voyage!❤
nice flashlight.... safety first..... salam dari Indonesia
We have a white and a red light flashlight, the red does not kill your night vision.
Well, youre in it now. Fair winds. See you on the other side.
Safe journey!
Safe travels 🙏🏻
Have a safe voyage
It's a tricky time of the year to head out of Cape Town. It can be a tough journey up the West Coast.
Love the journey 💙⚓️
Safe journey!
Just the best information. I've just done a lot of sailing and I'm still learning from you guys.
For the canvas wrap over a cracked hull. (Of course see the movie In Harms Way where skipper John Wayne does this on a WWII destroyer). Here's a data point. I built a wooden kayak, then I cut two 4" (100mm) bulkheads out of medium density foam. They were carefully and accurately cut, oversized.they were so tight it took me over an hour each to mallet hammer them into position. Tight. No light around the edges. I figured, good enough for sea trials, and seeing if I should move them fore or aft.... caulk the edges later. Got rolled by a tricky reflected wave. My hull filled up like those bulkheads weren't even there. 20-30 cm max submersion so not that much pressure. Totally surprised me.
Of course I'd do the canvas, but at best I would expect it to only slow the water coming in, buy some time, give the pumps -- or the foam (I like that) a chance to work. I'd try to put a think squishy yoga mat over the hole first if possible. (I use yoga mats for everything except yoga.)
Take photos of your freezer/fridge layers as you load up. Then when it's all frosted over and you're looking for the lamb chops, you just flip through the photos to find out what layer they're on. Also photos of what's in the hatches and cupboards (Make a label that will be in the images saying which bilge hole/cabinet it is. Fastest way to make an inventory.
I left my puffy coat home (stinks too easily) My merino wool layers however, after 33 days wearing them 24/7 over cotton t-shirts and undies that did stink -- still do not stink at all! (Shower change of undies about every 5 days. TMI? sorry) I don't think I even washed my merino before the trip. I know we just get used to our funk... but I keep sneaking up on them. Nope, just smell lanolin. The big Aran Islands sweater I wore above them also still doesn't stink, but it is getting a bit pilly. I was repeatedly told, the north Pacific "just isn't going to be that cold.' so I left my sleeping bag at home. A $25 SOL emergency bivy however made a terrific sleeping bag and was quite durable. I rolled it up and can use it again. I always travel with a sleeping bag liner.
stay safe😊❤
u can fix condensation by turning on ac, some ac's even have a dehumifyer mode ^^
Have you thought of a dehumidifier? It'll help with the condensation and increase comfort when you get into humid conditions.
Yup you said it right “you can’t fix condensation” we RV’d in WA state for 5 years and every winter was a nightmare. Even with a 1200 sq dehumidifier and dumping a half gallon of water out of it a day my walls were still sweating. Finally left this year before rotting our RV out.
This was oddly calming…. Driving out of SA in the dark
Safe travels..
When you insulate your next boat take a look at using cork .. it works well and its very safe. Its also recyclable ..you can also add it as a decking material or flooring. . Its also anti mold and bacterial by nature and fire retardent. Its available in a wide range of thicknesses finishes densities and textures as well as colours.
Take a look at a NZ cat called Cool change.. originally a Derick Kelsall design. 😉😎🧙♂️🇬🇧
Your family is gorgeous!
Maybe a dehumidifier would solve the condensation.
Barefootdoctors is a great channel!
Followers of Next Sailing Adventures are following this channel. ☝️❤️✌️🌍🙏🇿🇦
Stay Safe Guys
Ryan hall y'all said the el nino might not be strong enough, so less wind-shear dissuading hurricanos
❤ Safe travels ❤
El Nido affect you there? It’s doing stuff here in the phils. Can you get a dehumifier?
Just be safe always, above everything. I understand the frustrations but don't jump into being foolishness. You guys are smarter than that. Prayers, prayers.
You guys are definitely behind the clock leaving. Glad you made the leap
is going back east a option???
Could you guys make a video on EPIRBS?
Question, because I am curious...would something like Flex Seal or Flex Tape work for small hull intrusions?
Safe journey guys 🤗💞
How about a dehumidifier?
Getting off the skeleton coast isnt easy ...as the name implies...
But you do miss the amazing Namib coastal dunes.
Reading this week that the Atlantic Ocean hasn't been this warm in many years and in many areas to the north. Be cautious
What about that black flex seal product?
safe passage my other family . . .