Just watched a (published May 2019, approx interview date Nov 2018??) YT interview of Laura Dekker where she explains donating / gifting "Guppy" to LifeSail only to hear later of their sailing and subsequent anchoring where ocean waters pushed "Guppy" into a reef where they abandon the boat and let it be dashed to bits by water and waves on the reef. LifeSail turned into DeathSail for "Guppy" and a real kick-in-the-ass, not only to Laura who believed in their story, but also the kids (if they ever existed) that Laura tried to support via the gift of her boat. I understand Laura's tear's...deeply. Here's her own words from a forum she wrote: www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f2/laura-dekkers-guppy-destroyed-on-reef-206535.html
@@arieouwe There is a video in Dutch where she talks it, but it's best is to read her own full report on what happend to her beloved sailboat Guppy on her website. www.lauradekker.nl/English/News.html
No kidding they teach kids how to sail , but the people who were sailing it knew nothing about sailing . I feel so sorry for her she must be heart broken . Life sail just posted it on their site yesterday after a month and a half.
I hope you never remove this video as it is historic in that it shows in detail Laura's "Guppy" as she was in it sailing around the world at her age then. Unfortunately, the bald man in this video, his smirk, and his "we're going to help the children" false words will forever be a stain of infamy upon this boat's legacy and heritage...it's sad that such an amazing vessel, honoring its young keep around the world and beyond, would then -- through trickery -- find such cruel people in its last days.
So, this will be the last viewing of Guppy - as it was destroyed in Aug'18, on a Pacific reef - sailed by the charity sailors. Laura Dekker has published some ambiguous comments, as to her payment by the charity - and I sincerely hope they are not true.
According to Laura Dekker's Facebook page (19 August 2018) has the boat stranded on a reef and is most likely total loss. Such a shame, if this is indeed what happened to the boat.
Learn how she jury rigged the wheel after it fell off, or how she surfed the 30’ breakwater waves in 65 knot winded entering the Cape Town SA harbour in front of media. They were speechless.
To the guys of this organisation Laura gave her boat to: if I am not able to sail a boat probably then I will not sail it! It should be shamefull for you that a 15 year old girl is able to sail around the world and you guys, adults I guess, crash this boat on a Atoll! So it will be very very nice if you make a video about the accident at the Atoll!
Like most, heard her story, and knew about some of the struggles..and to be honest remember thinking what is a 14yr. old doing solo sailing out in open water! But she proved to everyone..and mostly to herself, that she could not only do it, but overcome obstacles that would have had most people throwing in the towel rather quickly. That boat should be in a museum, but actually is a nice craft. Will read her book now, and learn her story through her own words, always the best way to 'learn more'. These are great, and the only complaint I can come up with is they are to short! More please, and a bit less 'quicky' of a look at these. Like I heard she was just moving over to a locker or something small and napping basically for quite a bit of the trip, and I would have liked to see where that was ;)
Just because a Wonder Woman can sail around the world alone ! Doesn't mean that we mere mortal men can do it also !!! ........................... LOL !!!
You should also check out Jessica Watson who sailed around the world at age 16 but was denied a record as her course was less than 21600 miles. She did it on a S&S34 Ella Pink Lady, These boats are brilliant, Jon Sanders did a double solo almost non-stop circumnavigation on his Perie Banou , ( he was denied this record as he accepted some food off Tasmania half way around the double, ) Jesse Martin also sailed non-stop around the world on one of these, Lionheart, at age 16 ... I also happened to race one of these in the 1980's. They are still winning races with an S&S34 nearly winning the Sydney Hobart outright a couple of years ago. .. Sorry rambling but I love these boats
Such a shame, ive been following her and read her book so many times and spaghetti (bolognaise) is my fave dish now and always and think of Laura when she makes her fave spaghetti...still waiting for updates from her blog..hope to hear from her soon. Such an insperation to me and my young son
I read the book and then found myself on the dock the day before these guys set off from Whangarei talking to another pair of sailing bloggers from Sailing vessel Nahoa (th-cam.com/channels/aJ_xrKTkBWMNbc8G-2SIwA.html). Small world! Great story Bobby. I enjoy these interview/tours. You really do get to meet some amazing people on the water.Cheers.Wade.
Unfortunately it just became known that an inexperienced captain sailed Guppy into a reef and the boat is lost. Thank god no lifes were lost! But the boat that Laura used for her epic journey is no more... :-( Source: www.nu.nl/achterklap/5422181/zeilboot-laura-dekker-total-loss-aanvaring-met-rif.html
I've been sailing for 46 yrs and was in the business of restoring hinkleys, older persons, bristol, west sail etc. one thing for sure I have concluded is that boats find their owners and some boats do not like new owners. I know of one sailboat ran over by a barge and they had to scoop it out of the mud and the previous owner had circumnavigated twice with that boat. Another boat new owner went out and was hanking on the jib when he leaned on the single lifeline and it came loose and the boat left him. Another boat with new owner thru blade off of wind generator and sliced a mans wife in the face. I could go on with 8 other stories but this boat would scare me to take it even for a day sail without Laura. Oh well, only time will tell and u were lucky with just a broken rib.
You know a lot of people will say this is bull..but I too feel boats have to also match with a person, and have seen and heard somethings that make believe that is true, Only owned 2(sailboats anyways), many more powerboats, but sometimes they don't like new owners, or miss their old ones.
Thanks for that, yeah I seen on lifesail they didn't mention it at all, and only Laura seems to, and it IS sad, that a boat that is so important to sailing history is allowed to go to ground like that!
i watched her video a few years ago, they actually had to go to court to allow her to continue her sailing adventure, sucks the govt can make decisions for you.
YES...YES..YES...that was a treat Bobby. Great choice! Thanks for bringing that to us! I didn't realize people were giving you crap for your 800 solo mile sail. Someone from another channel said something about..if you haven't sailed..then you basically don't know what you;re talking about. I have over a year and 600 hours of studying all aspect of sailing but until I step foot on a vessel...I'm keeping my thoughts of judging someone to myself! PEACE OUT! Ü
I love this video but Bobby you really have to do something about that haircut. Laura cut it off. Give him a number one. From Stuart..... Worldwide Ocean Clean up Day, on Insta.
@0:52 This "Sailing Doodles" guy doesn't even recognize her and laughs it of like "crazy girl taking pictures in the midle of my important interview". What a duche.
think about sailing around the world non stop, south of the great capes, unassisted, then you've got a record. But Laura's effort was still a great achievement ...
The only people who would give you grief on how tough it is to sail 800 miles on your own --- Haven't sailed 800 solo miles. Armchair sailors. They will "say" they have but...
Excellent addition & videos, Bobby. Thanks. Suggestion for us sailing enthusiasts without a boat (doesn't sound right does it?). "How To Sail Wednesday". Short edits explaining autopilots, navigation, sails to name a few. Then, of course, "Laura Thursday" so she can update us on medical stuff, crew care, cool tourist stuff, etc. Too much? Safe travels & God bless.
Great addition to your regular videos. Maybe a bit more indepth and it would make a great patreon feature? Regardless, interesting and I don't want take too much work for you. Hope you cats are having fun.
Love Boat Tour Tuesday! Laura Dekker has made such a great contribution to modern sailing history! Could have done without seeing Thad adjust himself though.(3:40) haha busted!
Bobby, outstanding video! Laura Dekker has been a great inspiration for me. I just finished reading her book. I am glad you found her boat. Nice to see that the Guppy is still sailing and for a great cause.
My children and I watched Dekker sail around the world. This was a good video. I would have been great if you could score an interview with her at some point. Great to see that Guppy is still being sailed!
She is very special, you have to watch the movie and read the book. Learn about her father preparing her for the trip, she refitted the boat with her dad, he’d throw her into the fridge Northern European water under a sail so she could learn not to panic and know she was on her own,
"Jessica Watson" sailed into Sydney Harbour on 15 May 2010, to become the youngest person to sail solo, nonstop and UNASSISTED around the world. They both finished at the age of 16, it seems to be the finishing age that counts, so would that really then make them equal? Jessica did it quicker. Jessica's voyage was shorter than the required 21,600 nautical miles they consider a global circumnavigation, that Laura did, but Watson never claimed the voyage to be an attempt at such, preferring the less formal term 'around the world'. You can read more here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jessica_Watson
Hey Bobby has a hair stripe caught on yet I'm thinking about trying it on both sides ....... all boaters could start getting the hair strip..... might catch on
Just watched a (published May 2019, approx interview date Nov 2018??) YT interview of Laura Dekker where she explains donating / gifting "Guppy" to LifeSail only to hear later of their sailing and subsequent anchoring where ocean waters pushed "Guppy" into a reef where they abandon the boat and let it be dashed to bits by water and waves on the reef. LifeSail turned into DeathSail for "Guppy" and a real kick-in-the-ass, not only to Laura who believed in their story, but also the kids (if they ever existed) that Laura tried to support via the gift of her boat. I understand Laura's tear's...deeply. Here's her own words from a forum she wrote:
www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f2/laura-dekkers-guppy-destroyed-on-reef-206535.html
I bet Laura wishes she never heard of LifeSail. I feel so sorry for her, she seemed like she really loved that boat. It is a shame what happened.
What happened?
@@beachplumb well...........that is a bit pissy of them!!!
@@beachplumb Heartbreaking. Thanks for posting this information. I watched Laura's video about this tragic situation, It's terrible.
@@victorialawrence4782 Where have you seen Laura's video about what happened??
@@arieouwe There is a video in Dutch where she talks it, but it's best is to read her own full report on what happend to her beloved sailboat Guppy on her website. www.lauradekker.nl/English/News.html
To bad the boat has sunk, Laura isnt happy the way the organisation handled her.
check www.lauradekker.nl
No kidding they teach kids how to sail , but the people who were sailing it knew nothing about sailing . I feel so sorry for her she must be heart broken . Life sail just posted it on their site yesterday after a month and a half.
Hope she will sue Lifesail for every penny they got - the crew as well. She loan them her boat and now they claim that she donated! I smell fraud.
Definitely can’t trust the people at life sail.
I hope you never remove this video as it is historic in that it shows in detail Laura's "Guppy" as she was in it sailing around the world at her age then. Unfortunately, the bald man in this video, his smirk, and his "we're going to help the children" false words will forever be a stain of infamy upon this boat's legacy and heritage...it's sad that such an amazing vessel, honoring its young keep around the world and beyond, would then -- through trickery -- find such cruel people in its last days.
The guy in the video is not the guy you referring to.
@@svens.5139 But he was the guy supposed to skipper the boat to the US, but deserted and left her eventually in the hands of one incompetent sailor.
This is just to much, they talk about her but doesn't even recognize her from five feet. @0:52
So, this will be the last viewing of Guppy - as it was destroyed in Aug'18, on a Pacific reef - sailed by the charity sailors. Laura Dekker has published some ambiguous comments, as to her payment by the charity - and I sincerely hope they are not true.
Wow I am just now learning this
According to Laura Dekker's Facebook page (19 August 2018) has the boat stranded on a reef and is most likely total loss. Such a shame, if this is indeed what happened to the boat.
Learn how she jury rigged the wheel after it fell off, or how she surfed the 30’ breakwater waves in 65 knot winded entering the Cape Town SA harbour in front of media. They were speechless.
Riding the wave is a skill set you learn young or not at all I know this much
To the guys of this organisation Laura gave her boat to:
if I am not able to sail a boat probably then I will not sail it!
It should be shamefull for you that a 15 year old girl is able to sail around the world and you guys, adults I guess, crash this boat on a Atoll!
So it will be very very nice if you make a video about the accident at the Atoll!
lifesail wrecked this boat because they only know to sail like shit
Horrible to watch. So this was just before they wreaked her.
Like most, heard her story, and knew about some of the struggles..and to be honest remember thinking what is a 14yr. old doing solo sailing out in open water! But she proved to everyone..and mostly to herself, that she could not only do it, but overcome obstacles that would have had most people throwing in the towel rather quickly. That boat should be in a museum, but actually is a nice craft. Will read her book now, and learn her story through her own words, always the best way to 'learn more'. These are great, and the only complaint I can come up with is they are to short! More please, and a bit less 'quicky' of a look at these. Like I heard she was just moving over to a locker or something small and napping basically for quite a bit of the trip, and I would have liked to see where that was ;)
Smashed to bits on a reef not long after this was filmed.
Yeah, definitely buy the book!!!
Arrest this “nice german fella”
These people wrecked Laura's boat. Disgusting irresponsibility.
Just because a Wonder Woman can sail around the world alone ! Doesn't mean that we mere mortal men can do it also !!! ........................... LOL !!!
You should also check out Jessica Watson who sailed around the world at age 16 but was denied a record as her course was less than 21600 miles. She did it on a S&S34 Ella Pink Lady, These boats are brilliant, Jon Sanders did a double solo almost non-stop circumnavigation on his Perie Banou , ( he was denied this record as he accepted some food off Tasmania half way around the double, ) Jesse Martin also sailed non-stop around the world on one of these, Lionheart, at age 16 ... I also happened to race one of these in the 1980's. They are still winning races with an S&S34 nearly winning the Sydney Hobart outright a couple of years ago. .. Sorry rambling but I love these boats
Such a shame, ive been following her and read her book so many times and spaghetti (bolognaise) is my fave dish now and always and think of Laura when she makes her fave spaghetti...still waiting for updates from her blog..hope to hear from her soon. Such an insperation to me and my young son
I read the book and then found myself on the dock the day before these guys set off from Whangarei talking to another pair of sailing bloggers from Sailing vessel Nahoa (th-cam.com/channels/aJ_xrKTkBWMNbc8G-2SIwA.html). Small world! Great story Bobby. I enjoy these interview/tours. You really do get to meet some amazing people on the water.Cheers.Wade.
Really nice layout! Very determined young lady. I’m not sure why but I’m getting really weird vibes off this guy.
Unfortunately it just became known that an inexperienced captain sailed Guppy into a reef and the boat is lost. Thank god no lifes were lost! But the boat that Laura used for her epic journey is no more... :-( Source: www.nu.nl/achterklap/5422181/zeilboot-laura-dekker-total-loss-aanvaring-met-rif.html
Didn't LifeSail destroy it because they are were incompetent? Too bad
I've been sailing for 46 yrs and was in the business of restoring hinkleys, older persons, bristol, west sail etc. one thing for sure I have concluded is that boats find their owners and some boats do not like new owners. I know of one sailboat ran over by a barge and they had to scoop it out of the mud and the previous owner had circumnavigated twice with that boat. Another boat new owner went out and was hanking on the jib when he leaned on the single lifeline and it came loose and the boat left him. Another boat with new owner thru blade off of wind generator and sliced a mans wife in the face. I could go on with 8 other stories but this boat would scare me to take it even for a day sail without Laura. Oh well, only time will tell and u were lucky with just a broken rib.
You know a lot of people will say this is bull..but I too feel boats have to also match with a person, and have seen and heard somethings that make believe that is true, Only owned 2(sailboats anyways), many more powerboats, but sometimes they don't like new owners, or miss their old ones.
a link to that Peter? as I can't find it anywhere, and would be interested in reading or seeing about that.
Thanks for that, yeah I seen on lifesail they didn't mention it at all, and only Laura seems to, and it IS sad, that a boat that is so important to sailing history is allowed to go to ground like that!
I love these Boat Tour Tuesday!!!
Best Boat Tour Tuesday to date. Thanks.
Nice to put a face to the story.His face tells you he's a shady person. Disgusting how they Treated Laura and how they sank this peace of history 😡
Let's not forget about Robin Lee Graham on Dove back in 1965.
Bobby, you didn't just complain about your solo sail, you whined about it for an entire episode. haha
I think the boat has an auxiliary diesel too which I always thought was a good idea
This was a very interesting video. Well done. More about the history of the locations you travel to would be interesting and educational! Thanks
Not long after this video. That boat was destroyed.
The bald guy is a thief ! DEUCHE BAG
Fantastic video and story of a young girl who accomplished her dream!
i watched her video a few years ago, they actually had to go to court to allow her to continue her sailing adventure, sucks the govt can make decisions for you.
Is call civilization to keep people safe
Beautiful boat and again great stories along with it.
The youngest woman to ever sail around the globe? That's cool.
The boat eneded up on a reef and is a total loss when on loan to some charity.
Laura Dekker's story is excellent, thanks for this video. Loved this episide, and still love the haircut! You should own it and make it symmetric.
A good video is on TedX. She talked about her adventure. Very inspirational.
👍✅ Gotta feed youtube to feed Bobby LOL
Guppy is stuck on a reef, a total loss.
great idea to visit show other cruisers boats. cheers!
Very inspirational ... thanks for sharing this. Stay safe.
Is that the guy that crashed it
I like this one, but to short on subject
Great idea bobby. I wish they still made this boat.
YES...YES..YES...that was a treat Bobby. Great choice! Thanks for bringing that to us! I didn't realize people were giving you crap for your 800 solo mile sail. Someone from another channel said something about..if you haven't sailed..then you basically don't know what you;re talking about. I have over a year and 600 hours of studying all aspect of sailing but until I step foot on a vessel...I'm keeping my thoughts of judging someone to myself! PEACE OUT! Ü
I love this video but Bobby you really have to do something about that haircut. Laura cut it off. Give him a number one.
From Stuart..... Worldwide Ocean Clean up Day, on Insta.
I loved seeing Laura in the beginning of the video all smiles looking super cute!
@0:52 This "Sailing Doodles" guy doesn't even recognize her and laughs it of like "crazy girl taking pictures in the midle of my important interview". What a duche.
Jaaaaa a dudes thats not Laura
Great job, great video keep up the good work
think about sailing around the world non stop, south of the great capes, unassisted, then you've got a record. But Laura's effort was still a great achievement ...
The only people who would give you grief on how tough it is to sail 800 miles on your own --- Haven't sailed 800 solo miles. Armchair sailors. They will "say" they have but...
This is one of the last videos of GUPPY, sadly it is smashed on a reef in or near the Cook Islands. I feel bad for everyone affected by this .
An awesome episode...
Very very cool
Video ... at 16 I was only thinking of work and partying every weekend lol I can’t imagine sailing the globe
Bobby, im impressed at how good the audio is with your selfe shots, is there an external mic ?
Excellent addition & videos, Bobby. Thanks. Suggestion for us sailing enthusiasts without a boat (doesn't sound right does it?). "How To Sail Wednesday". Short edits explaining autopilots, navigation, sails to name a few. Then, of course, "Laura Thursday" so she can update us on medical stuff, crew care, cool tourist stuff, etc. Too much? Safe travels & God bless.
Very nice man , he looks like Jon luc Picard !! "make is so number one "!! lol ! Hi Bobby and Laura !!
Excellent video!
Great addition to your regular videos. Maybe a bit more indepth and it would make a great patreon feature? Regardless, interesting and I don't want take too much work for you. Hope you cats are having fun.
Love Boat Tour Tuesday! Laura Dekker has made such a great contribution to modern sailing history! Could have done without seeing Thad adjust himself though.(3:40) haha busted!
Thanks for sharing Bobby love the Tuesday Tours!
Bobby, BTT is a Great addition the "Sailing Doodle's Experience ", I enjoy it Very much.
Bobby, outstanding video! Laura Dekker has been a great inspiration for me. I just finished reading her book. I am glad you found her boat. Nice to see that the Guppy is still sailing and for a great cause.
My children and I watched Dekker sail around the world. This was a good video. I would have been great if you could score an interview with her at some point. Great to see that Guppy is still being sailed!
She is very special, you have to watch the movie and read the book. Learn about her father preparing her for the trip, she refitted the boat with her dad, he’d throw her into the fridge Northern European water under a sail so she could learn not to panic and know she was on her own,
Another great video Bobby........
"Jessica Watson" sailed into Sydney Harbour on 15 May 2010, to become the youngest person to sail solo, nonstop and UNASSISTED around the world. They both finished at the age of 16, it seems to be the finishing age that counts, so would that really then make them equal? Jessica did it quicker.
Jessica's voyage was shorter than the required 21,600 nautical miles they consider a global circumnavigation, that Laura did, but Watson never claimed the voyage to be an attempt at such, preferring the less formal term 'around the world'.
You can read more here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jessica_Watson
Nice video, and realistic, hardly ever see a man scratching his balls on a video.
Thanks for sharing Bobby. Very interesting story and piece of history. The boat looks in great condition for its age. Have a great day guys!!!
Yes, Yes, Yes! I like the tours of other sail boat models. Keep them coming, Bobby. sdh in CT
And she is Dutch and we are verry prout of her and germans stil can't pronounce the propper G
Thanks Bobby, Really loved this Boat Tour Tuesday !!! That was a very interesting tour and story !!!
I didn't think when you started this series it would have 'important' boats like this
Nice job. The more diverse your vlogs are the better. Can your other half sing and play the guitar?
Why is your hair shaved behind your left ear?
There are two kinds of people in this world. Those who say what they are going to do, and do it. And everyone else.
At least your buzz cut is starting to grow back. :lol
Really enjoy this segment love seeing the different boats this one was it even more special since it has such history keep up the good work
Awesome video, Bobby.....Thank You
Very cool to see a piece of history with such an inspiring story
BOB GET A DAMN HAIRCUT ALREADY.....LMAO!
great vid...that guy was really cool, great program
What are you doing with your hair?
oh, well if it was on the news then it must be true.
Hey Bobby has a hair stripe caught on yet I'm thinking about trying it on both sides ....... all boaters could start getting the hair strip..... might catch on
How can I not love this video.
Love from the Netherlands.
So the gentleman giving the tour is the one who fractured ribs and left the boat before it was ran aground?
Hey is the guy with the broken ribs. He was not sailing the just when it wrecked
Excellent. Keep this coming.
Great video. I will read her book.
That was great! Nice video Bobby!
Nice job Bobby. Excellent series.
Very interesting video! She is definitely an inspiration! Did she get another vessel? Does she still travel ?thank you for sharing this content !😁😍
From what it sounds like she lost this boat unjustified by the foundation they took it from her
Love the boat videos. Keep them coming.
I liked the boat tour.
Wow! What a boat tour!!
Great find! Great to see her boat and would have been really cool to have been able to speak with her and have her give the tour.
That would be difficult as she's in Holland right now I think. Saw her on her fathers boat last week.
Lmao that hair tho