Sailing alone up a windy shallow river in Panama. Quite the adventure! - UNTIE THE LINES III #48
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 เม.ย. 2018
- I solo sail from Costa Rica to Panama and take on the epic adventure of navigating up a windy, shallow and quite remote river upon my arrival in Panama. My depth sounder has seen bigger numbers for sure, charts are incorrect and I have to be on my toes not to ground my sailboat on a riverbank.
The return to Panama lays a little heavy on my heart...but at least, Panama still has spots for me to discover, which always makes returning not quite so bad ;).
It's time for family again, our full movie-length documentary has to be released and I promised Maria to help her with her charters for the 2018 season. Check out sailjoana.com if you want to come and visit up on board Joana.
I hope you enjoy the last episode of this season. Thanks to Daniel and Patrice who put so much work into producing this season and who always miracously manage to makes something pretty from the data chaos that I send them. And a big thanks to all of you! For laughing and crying with me, for sending all those warm words my way and for your great advise and sometimes enligthning criticism you give me.
This season has definitely been too short (that's how it felt to me at least), but one good thing about the time delay betwween filming and publishing is: It's nearly time to return to Karl in real time :)!!!
Ahoy & Enjoy,
Nike & Karl
happy 37th birthday to us may this next year bring much joy and good sailing
Anchoring to be safe is always good, Nike. You did good. You have courage and perseverance I have seldom seen in any man. You are a sailor, my dear.
I feel a little sad leaving Karl behind as well. Can't wait to see what's next. As always, you're one of the most inspiring people. Thank you for taking us along.
Thank you for all amazing content and adventures
Thank you for writing back to me. I was presently surprised. Watching you videos, remindid me how little I've seen of my planet. I never tought of visiting Panama. It's a lot more beautiful than I imagined. When you decide to cross the Pacific, if you stay out of the shiping lanes ( I call it: taking the scenic route) you should have no problems. Have more time to sleep and recuperate. I could go on and on. It's a big decision, the first time I had butterflies in my stomach. I see it as cutting the ombilical cord wich is never easy. But the rewards in self esteem and self confidence are well worth it. You can always aks for tips on how to cross to others who have done it before. Can't wait to see your next videos. All my best ...Patrick
Thank you Nike, you and your videos are fantastic, wish I could join you. Your openness and honesty about sailing and the challenges and anxiety you face are heartfelt. Best wishes.
what an amazing adventure and an amazing and brave woman, I'm full of envy..
Thank you Nike and Karl. You are very inspirational.
Loved that one. Nice feel about it.
I don't know how you keep your composure?! You are a very strong personality. I admire your resolve.
Missing you already Nike! I trust that you enjoyed your family time at home and will be back for us to live vicariously through your adventures again.
Cheers.
Wade.
Thanks for taking us along. It has been fun watching you grow in confidence since you started and travel to so many interesting places.
Enjoy your holiday. Looking forward to your next adventure.
Stay healthy and happy. Peace.
Love your videos. I find you very inspiring that you are following your dreams and overcoming all the obstacles. Whenever I'm faced with a problem with my boat I say to myself "Niki would tackle this in an instant". Can't wait to see you next season.
Just found your channel a couple of days ago and binge watched every episode! I am enjoying living vicariously through your adventure. Both you and Karl have been growing in strength and dependability with each project and experience.
You made good decisions to pull the boat and fix the hull, get new sails and motor. You obviously know every inch of the boat now. Thanks for all the hard work on the videos! I know how much work they are... can't imagine doing them in the environment you are in!
Thanks for all the vids over the years, Nike. I really hope you’ll be back. You are a special person.
I just finished watching all of the Untie the Lines videos from the beginning. You are an extraordinary person who has had some amazing adventures. My wife always says that to qualify as an adventure you need to be at least slightly uncomfortable, but good adventures make for good stories to tell your grandchildren. I am looking forward to seeing whatever comes next.
Really nice video that. Very well done. Thanks for taking me along.
Excellent episode! The color and sharpness in the opening shots is amazing. And yes the pain felt when leaving the boat to fend for him self for a while... very recognizable :-)
I have watched all your videos from start to finish over the last few weeks. I am so impressed with you Nike. As someone who remodels homes and restore vintage engine I am totally amazed at your determination and skill set. Yes not getting across the Pacific yet is a bummer but you have done soooooo much and you should be proud of that. In three years you have accomplished more then most people dream of. I have gotten the itch to buy a boat myself and do what you are doing. I just hope when that day comes I will have your determination, patience, persistence, and drive. Not to mention your appetite for adventure. And I also have to mention that I am very impressed with your filming. A lot of sailing channels concentrate on very little sailing and a lot of partying. So much different from you. Sail on girl and keep living the dream. I will be watching your videos over again just to get more inspired.
Always loved your channel Nike... seen you advertised in a boating magazine years ago and watched every episode. .. It took me a weekend of catching up 😁 wish I was there 😎
You have a true understanding of how the tide works... Well done
I love your videos! Hopefully in 2183 days I can be out there sailing the world with you, Ran Sailing, Adventures of an Old Sea Dog, and the rest of the youtubers I follow!
go go goooooo! Keep on crossing those days off :)
See you out there!
Ahoy,
Nike
I've followed you since you found Karl, and I think this is one of your best vids ever. I hope you had a good break at home, and that you're enjoying your time on Joanna right now. Looking forward to sharing your next adventure!
Thanks for posting!
so brave,and so real,love your videos,good luck
Have a good visit, we will miss you
You and Maria with Barry was priceless funny. I was caught totally by surprise.
Insperatiion as always. Great sailing causion and desicion making.
Love your channel keep them coming Jared from Texas
Nike loved the video. The music was fantastic and you are one brave lady. Wishing you safe travels and I'll be waiting for more adventures. The best I can do is play around in my Alabama lake with my Catalina 22, which i grounded once.
Thanks for posting Nike. Reminding me that the charted spots are also not what they seem to be sometimes... Arrrrggh, more than just the whitespots making for interesting passages. Sure to raise a pint to Neptune, Karl and Nike, and all other kindred next drink, cheers!!
Listen girl. I've been following you since the beginning. This vid was your best...no doubt. You've come so far. Fair winds and following seas!
Thx, Jimmy, I am glad you enjoyed it. It was a really great trip that I enjoyed a lot. I am glad I could communicate that through the video.
Ahoy, Nike
Also this 3th season with you was fabulous , but the last minutes I was a bit afraid and scared ;) Thank you Nike.
You deserve a break! Karl will be waiting for your return and next adventure!
Nice video! Enjoy your time away from Karl! Fair winds and clear skies!
Nike, I just recently found your channel and, like many other guys, have fallen in love with your smile, enthusiasm, exuberance, joy and sense of accomplishment. We watch in amazement at all of the things that you've overcome and worry when things seem to get you down. For those of us who are older, you are like another daughter that we are both proud of and worry about. Your video updates are like a privileged look into your diary and also a look at the world through your eyes. I think that you are a very resourceful, intelligent, determined, brave and, yes, beautiful young woman. Thank you for allowing me to be a small part of your journey.
I am also amazed that anyone puts a thumbs down dislike on any of your videos. What is not to like about there glimpses into a world we might never have seen except for her camera.
Nice Video Nike! nice to see you sailing! hope we meet again somewhere! we will be back in guate sometime...
Thanks for sharing really enjoying ur videos .. just came across them .. thank you 😊😊😊
Amazing adventure once again! great camera work! have fun in Germany! please come back to get another tan!
Well Just finished all 48 installments,goodness .You have done well "grasshopper" keep up the good work,I am was wondering,( was looking at your tiller handle) I mess around with wood a bit,and have a few work tables made of Oak Pecan and some ash, I use "Tung Oil"( a little pricey now) on the wood seems to hold up well,one work table I have is about 50 years old the one out of Oak,and has been left out doors a number of times for long periods form time to time, they are used for every thing from rebuilding engines to electrical work,use a little oil every so often to keep em smooth as a"baby's butt"Don't know about sailboats that much,but have used it on power boats when I was in the business back when I was younger.I am retired now for the last almost 15 years,was a Airframe/Powerplant mechanic/pilot don't do that any more don't have the ratings.pushing the late late 70s,but wish I had done what you do back in the day.You keep up the good work,be good and do good,tell your "bud' Marie (the one that did the welding,good hand) hello from this old cajun ya'll be careful out there....God Speed...
Time and tide wait for no man (or woman). Interesting to see the big difference in the waves in the shallows at low/high water. Another great video, thanks for sharing. Ant & Cid x
Love that time just before sunset or after sunrise.....the twilight hour......
it is indeed the prettiest time of the day!
Great video.
Hi Nike
When does this journey continue?
When will we see you here again?
keep it up. You've done everything right.
Nike, I pray you have a safe wonderful visit home and a safe return back to Karl on your timeline. I truly enjoy your vlogs.
S/V ...Waves (Seattle)
Thank you, Rodger, I had a really good time with friends and family back home and now working on pretty traditional Sailboat Joana for my friend Maria.
Ahoy, Nike
The breakers at Boca de San Pedro are as clear as anything on the Google Earth image view, yikes! Between that and the shallows at Los Higueros (also very visible on Google Earth), that was the most arduous navigation to Check-In that I've ever heard of. No adventure is too much for you!
Tienes que venir a navegar al sur de Chile, Valdivia y sus ríos, te encantará. Saludos
All the best nike with your movie launch ;)
Thank You for Season III, I found you (and Maria) a few months ago via Barry The Old Sea Dog, found him via Ran Sailing, and with Sailing Uma and Project Atticus, not forgetting free Range sailing as well, also Sailing Kittiwake my TV is having a rest. Have a good time, and we'll catch you in Season 4.
I Hope all is well as it has been 4 months. Great adventure for those of us stuck in an office all day. Cheers
Nike, you are the best!
Can't wait for season 4.
Have a safe trip home an enjoy.
I e done the pacific 5 times from many directions and the worst is from New Zealand the islands and hit a few cyclone squalls , from nz is the worst if you get it wrong from Panama it’s a long way but good sailing , go for it
Just read your Facebook post about not achieving much... No ocean crossing and so on.... The re-power project was so much cooler! You get a big confidence boost from stuff like that. If you can overcome a disaster like that there is nothing much that you can not do . And no matter where you go you are bound to run in to wonderful people. I quit my job and sold my house in April this year and am currently working on my 41ft Steel ketch in the Netherlands. Even on the hard my neighbors have the coolest stories and good advice..... Haven't sailed at all jet and loving every moment.
Just got on board. What a gal I love smart woman that have a little mystery all rolled up in a nice little package of joy.. Love it girl ~
Wow 1.3m on the depth finder and still not grounded? That's amazing! Karl has shoal draft, very handy for exploring nooks and crannies inshore! Well done.
I only have 1.1m draft. And when my depth sounder shows 0.7m, then I am on ground :) So it was still pretty ok :)
Buena suerte, eres una mujer muy valiente, y valiosa!
Muchas Gracias, Jaime!
Really nice guitar MUSIC, who? To bad you were in such a rush but glad you got away from the lightening storm unscathed... lots of breath holding in this episode!
Hopefully you can stay aboard your rebuilt FLOATING dream boat and find many more safe havens!
Se extraña tus videos , espero vuelvas a este estilo de vida pronto, saludos.
Nike, you have convinced me that if I ever decide to head out to do some blue water sailing I will choose a boat like a Southerly or Alubat, both with swinging fin keels that provide for minimal draft when sailing in shallow areas. You must be exhausted from sailing in such shallow waters.
for that, they are definitely a plus! For sailing upwind not so much........;)
Ahoy, Nike
great vid. thanks :-)
Waiting for your next video anxiously. Please be regular.
Travel Diva the season was finished, that’s why there are no more videos right now. We always take a little break between seasons. As I said in this video, I was headed home for some time and I also helped a friend with her charter business for some months. We will start season 4 soon, so stay tuned 👍
Hasta La Vista and Goodluck.
Just a tip about driving screws into wood. Always keep a little jar of standard petroleum jelly(vaseline) onboard. Just touch the tip of the wooden screws in vaseline before driving them in. Two fold,keep moisture away but primary purpose is to lubricate the screw while driving them in. No more stripped flat or star tip points on your electric screwdriver.
Rockbreak and Demolitions Namibia thx for the hint!
My pleasure.
Here a video on what I talked about also on electrical contacts, specially on marine application.th-cam.com/video/kjSGCSwNuAg/w-d-xo.html
Hi, for very long term and no difusing into wood, candle wax is very good too. Rub the screw at a candle. Does not stick so well than vaseline but is less messy. Wood does not change color in the vicinity.
разучился удивляться. Но Вы удивили))
Hi love your videos The compass that you’re using in your cockpit can you please let me know the make of it and I’m sure it’s nonmagnetic thanks so much
Until next time!
nice job thanks
I'm totally familiar with dolphins and birds! But now you have my curiosity up, what was the "What not"??
Ни слова не понимаю но почему-то так интересно.)))
Suerte!
Good editing. The soundtrack is upping the intensity of the possibility of getting stuck in the shallows. 😊 I'm curious the story of the washer wedged in the front panel of your depth finder. Does this keep it from rattling when under engine power? Great video again Nike.
;) oh, that just keeps the front panel inside the box...I need to put some new screws into it...Was basically just slacking on my end...put a washer into it instead of fixing it decently ;)
Forward scanning sonar $700 US for thru-hull transducer and displays on your monitor with existing electronics. 15 metre to 200 metre forward underwater scanning and mapping sonar.. Your aluminum hull may make it easy for mounting the transducer appropriately. A handy accessory for river deltas where sandbars shift or anywhere shallow.
RVH MON oh yeah, sweet little device. I think I am fine with the one I have for now. So far, it’s been working out quite well and those 700$ are better spent elsewhere. But I do see how it’s a nice little gadget to have if you have some spare $$$.
I really miss your weekly updates!
Happy to see in the other updates that you are back with Karl!
So are you spending rainy season 2018 in Panama? It’s the cruising season south of the equator. Are you thinking of selling the boat?
no plans for selling the boat so far, nope.
Do you always sail alone, we enjoyed your video's keep them coming...:)
She has had people join her from time to time.
I think, I sailed solo for about 2/3 of the time and had crew for the rest.
great videos ........ you rock girl and enjoy your family time ... and hurry back to karlpeace
How about if you take a fish finder and point the sensor forward and not downward. You should be able to see a little better where there is a gap in the sandbar. Did anyone try this yet?
I approve the name of the boat. Weird name for a boat, but cool!
You are a brave girl.
simple question, NS ... when you started this adventure, in your Wildest Dreams, did you ever think you would be so tightly tethered to Panama ? ... Bart
Great video again Nike, but a little bit” shouty”. Had to turn the volume down!
Ian Burne
Boo Hoo you tart.. She`s happens not to be in a recording studio.......
Can you post the cost of dry docking in Panama? Please.? Beer Kisses and beers...
Upon your return do you intend to cut the Panama umbilical cord and go cruising in other exotic destinations? Or is this the end of Karl and on to full time charter work on Joana.
hm, no, I don't think that full time charter is for me...I am just giving Maria a hand. But not sure what's next. Will have to see when I get back to Karl mid May...Will keep you posted.
Ahoy, Nike
Hope your fit and well and you have seen your friends and lovers I love your vids and you look happy.🇬🇧👍👍👍
Because I know you enjoy woodwork and you love Karl and are always prepared for the unexpected.... I have found a little project for you. Shape up a new Tiller. Would be handy if you ever needed it. ;)
Wayne Jenkins very true! Might have to think about that one ☺️ never ending boat jobs....🙄🙈
What’s your plan this year
I also feel sad, 2 month .....
"But more about that...I don't know when..." HEY!
Heheh... yeah, the novelty of that sign off was pretty shocking!!
good choices beter save than sorry
"But more about that...I don't know when..."; da fehlt doch dann was am nächtsen Freitag, ich hoffe wir müssen nicht zu laaange warten ! :-)
hm, ja, vielleicht eine Weile....:( Mal gucken...
Ahoi, Nike
Missing my favourite captain vlogs nike...hope all is well my beaut 😊
yes, all is super well. Just filmed a super beautiful water fall hike and got to fly my new DRONE :)!!! Exciting!
Oh that's excellent news.that sounds like perfection to me..better than my day driving around in a heat wave with a shirt and tie on😅..I look forward to seeing it .....take care 😊🇬🇧
WhiteSpotPirates Oooh... a drone! Nice! :)
Still missing you Nike.
Back to Deutschland! Snell!!!
I hope your ok. Missing your videos!
All is very well here. I am back on Karl since a couple of weeks. We hope to have videos back up in about a three months from now. Fingers crossed!
Great! Good to hear.
When you describe the feelings of Karl as you leave him alone, I get flash backs of Wilson the soccer ball from the movie Cast Away with Tom Hanks. Somehow I think you need to involve yourself with a little bit more human interaction....Lol. I see a ring on your wedding finger, but have not heard you say anything about why you wear it. Can you tell us the story about the meaning behind it if that's not to forward of me? Love watching your videos. Cheers! :-)
Chris Gonzales I had asked her about the ring in a previous episode. She said it's made of wood and I don't recall where she got it but she just liked it and now wears it. She also said that she doesn't have a significant other.
Where are you now? Really missing the episodes.
Hi Ruthie, I just got back to Karl about three weeks ago and today I started sorting the data for the first episodes of Season IV. It's all not quite sure yet, but we hope to be back online with video updates in four months from now. I hope you will come back when it's time to Untie The Lines again. You can follow real time updates on facebook.com/whitespotpirates and www.instagramc.com/whitespotpirates in the meantime, if you like.
Ahoy, Nike & Karl
poor Carl, I'd be sad if you left me .
I would be in my element storm on one side Clear weather on the other San Pedro looked average Fair call to head. Up to a safer anchorage Fair winds German gal cheers n beers Marty Australia