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Sailing Polaris
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Whether you are a salty sailing enthusiast or a couch adventurer, this channel is for you! It is about sailing the in northern seas and exploring and hiking the beautiful coast lines along our course. We share our experiences, the highs and lows, our passion for sailing, for different cultures and for local history.
We are Kathrin and Daniel. After our 3 boys left home, we realised that we no longer wanted to be caught up in the rat race. We craved something more, something extraordinary: so we transformed our beloved sailing yacht, Polaris Helvetica, into a live aboard cruiser, sold everything we had and slipped the lines.
Step on board and join our journey. Welcome aboard!
We are Kathrin and Daniel. After our 3 boys left home, we realised that we no longer wanted to be caught up in the rat race. We craved something more, something extraordinary: so we transformed our beloved sailing yacht, Polaris Helvetica, into a live aboard cruiser, sold everything we had and slipped the lines.
Step on board and join our journey. Welcome aboard!
#58 | Sailing in Norway: Exploring Torghatten and Crossing the Arctic Circle!
Video Description:
In this episode, we continue our epic sailing journey from Kuringvågen to the Arctic Circle, navigating along the stunning Norwegian coastline. Our adventure continues in a mix of motoring and sailing in sunny days, covering 200 nautical miles to reach the Arctic Circle! Our route takes us to the famous Torghatten mountain, known for its unique tunnel. Along the way, we hear the legend of Lekamøya and the De Syv Søstre, the 7 Sisters. After exploring the natural wonder of Torghatten, we continue our journey north, eventually reaching and crossing the Arctic Circle - a major milestone on our voyage. Of course, this is worth a decent celebration… Join us for breathtaking views, fascinating legends, and the joy of reaching the Arctic Circle!
Chapters:
00:00 Kuringvågen to Rørvik
03:26 Rørvik to Møyholmen
08:52 The Legend of Torghatten
11:03 Møyholmen to Herøy and crossing wakes with @sailing-freespirit
15:13 Herøy to the Arctic Circle!
ua-cam.com/channels/Aym9YS0z1-qYm-s47pNEfw.html
Music from Epidemic Sound:
The Way Of The Warrior by Yi Nantiro
The Greatest Quest by Adriel Fair
A Lighthouse In Space by Kim Aspen
I Will Stay by Mindme
Steady Drip by Jon Bjork
Camp Of No Return by Experia
The Big Truth by August Wilhelmsson
Weather routing by www.luckgrib.com and www.windy.com
Follow us on social media:
sailingpolaris
sailingpolaris
www.sailingpolaris.uk
Welcome to our UA-cam channel! Join us on the exciting sailing adventures aboard our beloved sailing yacht, Polaris Helvetica - a Bavaria Cruiser 46 from 2017. For the past three years, we have called our vessel home and embarked on incredible journeys across various waters.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the northern seas as we navigate through picturesque landscapes and explore hidden gems along the coastline. As we stop in fascinating destinations along our journey, we eagerly lace up our hiking boots and set off to discover the hidden treasures on land.
Prepare to be captivated by breathtaking sunsets, awe-inspiring seascapes, and the thrill of navigating challenging stretches of water. Whether you're an experienced sailor seeking inspiration or a landlubber dreaming of life at sea, our channel offers a virtual voyage that will leave you craving your own nautical escapades.
Join us as we uncover the wonders of the maritime world, showcasing the joys, challenges, and triumphs of life aboard Polaris Helvetica. Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and bell icon to stay updated on our latest expeditions, insights, and sailing tips.
Fair winds and following seas await you on our channel. Welcome aboard!
#sailing #hiking #sailingpolaris #polarishelvetica
In this episode, we continue our epic sailing journey from Kuringvågen to the Arctic Circle, navigating along the stunning Norwegian coastline. Our adventure continues in a mix of motoring and sailing in sunny days, covering 200 nautical miles to reach the Arctic Circle! Our route takes us to the famous Torghatten mountain, known for its unique tunnel. Along the way, we hear the legend of Lekamøya and the De Syv Søstre, the 7 Sisters. After exploring the natural wonder of Torghatten, we continue our journey north, eventually reaching and crossing the Arctic Circle - a major milestone on our voyage. Of course, this is worth a decent celebration… Join us for breathtaking views, fascinating legends, and the joy of reaching the Arctic Circle!
Chapters:
00:00 Kuringvågen to Rørvik
03:26 Rørvik to Møyholmen
08:52 The Legend of Torghatten
11:03 Møyholmen to Herøy and crossing wakes with @sailing-freespirit
15:13 Herøy to the Arctic Circle!
ua-cam.com/channels/Aym9YS0z1-qYm-s47pNEfw.html
Music from Epidemic Sound:
The Way Of The Warrior by Yi Nantiro
The Greatest Quest by Adriel Fair
A Lighthouse In Space by Kim Aspen
I Will Stay by Mindme
Steady Drip by Jon Bjork
Camp Of No Return by Experia
The Big Truth by August Wilhelmsson
Weather routing by www.luckgrib.com and www.windy.com
Follow us on social media:
sailingpolaris
sailingpolaris
www.sailingpolaris.uk
Welcome to our UA-cam channel! Join us on the exciting sailing adventures aboard our beloved sailing yacht, Polaris Helvetica - a Bavaria Cruiser 46 from 2017. For the past three years, we have called our vessel home and embarked on incredible journeys across various waters.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the northern seas as we navigate through picturesque landscapes and explore hidden gems along the coastline. As we stop in fascinating destinations along our journey, we eagerly lace up our hiking boots and set off to discover the hidden treasures on land.
Prepare to be captivated by breathtaking sunsets, awe-inspiring seascapes, and the thrill of navigating challenging stretches of water. Whether you're an experienced sailor seeking inspiration or a landlubber dreaming of life at sea, our channel offers a virtual voyage that will leave you craving your own nautical escapades.
Join us as we uncover the wonders of the maritime world, showcasing the joys, challenges, and triumphs of life aboard Polaris Helvetica. Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and bell icon to stay updated on our latest expeditions, insights, and sailing tips.
Fair winds and following seas await you on our channel. Welcome aboard!
#sailing #hiking #sailingpolaris #polarishelvetica
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#57 | Sailing in Norway: Fiddly Winds On The Inshore Route
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In this video, we embark on a picturesque journey, stopping by the charming harbours of Hasselvika and Kuringvågen. Watch as we try out some promising fishing spots from our nautical chart and enjoy the thrill of a successful catch! As we sail through light winds and sunny weather, we arrive in beautiful Trondheim. Here, we say a heartfelt farewell to our friends Nina and Markus after two incre...
#56 | Sailing towards the Arctic: Exploring Norway's Coastal Gems and Hidden Beauties
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In this episode, we continue our northward journey from Måløy to the Arctic, passing the infamous Stadlandet peninsula. Known for its treacherous waves caused by a combination of ocean swell, tidal currents, and wind, this area has claimed at least 58 ships. Fortunately, we navigate it in calm conditions. We explore Ålesund’s stunning Jugendstil architecture and climb the Aksla mountain for bre...
#55 | Sailing From Bergen To Måløy: First Steps In Norway
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Join us on our journey as we sail from Bergen to Måløy, navigating the serene fjords and stunning rocky shores of Norway. This episode captures the essence of our adventure, from the first impressions of Norway’s breathtaking landscapes to the heartwarming moments on board. We begin our voyage motoring up Herdlefjorden, just north of Bergen. The calm, protected fjords and the tree-lined rocky s...
#54 | North Sea Adventure: Sailing from Scotland to Norway
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In episode, we take on the challenge of crossing the notorious North Sea, sailing from Inverness, Scotland to Norway. With an unpredictable weather forecast, we had to choose the best route from three options. Join us, along with our crew members Nina and Markus, as we navigate this exhilarating journey. Given the unstable weather conditions, we considered three potential routes: Inverness to Å...
#53 | Sailing the Caledonian Canal: A Scenic Journey Through The Scottish Highlands
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Welcome to our journey through the stunning Caledonian Canal! In this episode, we embark on the first leg of our adventure, sailing 30 nautical miles up Loch Linnhe to Corpach. The views are breathtaking as we glide past snow-covered mountains, including the majestic Ben Nevis. It's mid-April, and the beauty of spring in West Scotland‘s is on full display. Our adventure on the Caledonian Canal ...
#52 | Stormy Seas & Whisky: Islay to Oban Adventure
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Welcome back to our sailing journey. In this episode, we embark on an unforgettable voyage from the picturesque island of Islay to the charming town of Oban. Buckle up as we sit out stormy seas, visit iconic distilleries, and soak in the breathtaking landscapes of Scotland. Our adventure begins in the beautiful Port Ellen. Before setting sail, we face some stormy weather, which gives us the per...
#51 | Boat Tour of Polaris: Our Upgraded Bavaria Cruiser 46 (2017)
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Join us on an extensive tour of Polaris, our beloved Bavaria Cruiser 46 from 2017. Over the past 7 years, we have poured our hearts into transforming her into our cosy, comfortable floating home. In this video, we unveil every inch of her evolution, from the deck layout featuring her trusted Rocna 33 anchor, the boom preventer set up and our selection of sails. We show her solar arch, the remov...
#50 | Bidding Farewell and Planning for a Fearsome Passage
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Join us on our journey as we bid farewell to our winter berth in Largs and set sail for new horizons. After two unforgettable winters, leaving behind cherished friends, we embark on a fresh adventure. Amid relentless weather conditions that had reigned for the past month, a sudden weather window beckons us to plan for a fearsome passage and to navigate the notorious Mull of Kintyre. With a bit ...
#49 | Winter Maintenance & Repairs: Sailing Life Unveiled!
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Welcome back aboard Polaris as we unveil the unseen side of our cruising lifestyle in our latest video. After a period of silence, we are thrilled to share our work during a wet and windy winter in Largs. Join us as we dive deep into the realm of maintenance, repairs, and upgrades aboard our cherished Polaris, gearing her up for the upcoming season of exploration and discovery. Witness the hust...
#48 | Sailing in Scotland: Running Aground in the Crinan Canal & Hiking Goat Fell
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In this episode we continue our nautical journey as we set sail from the picturesque Kerrera Marina in Oban, embarking on a mesmerising voyage via the historic Crinan Canal to Tarbert, Brodick, and finally back to our winter haven at Largs Yacht Haven in the Clyde. Our journey begins with the warm embrace of the fading summer sun, accompanied by tranquil waters and gentle breezes. Little did we...
#47 | Sailing in Scotland: Tobermory, Loch Aline, Oban & Anchor Disaster
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Join us in this exciting episode as we explore the Old Forge Inn in Inverie, Britain's most remote pub. Our voyage takes us from the charming Mallaig to the scenic Oban, filled with reunions and unforgettable sailing experiences. In Mallaig, we have a heartwarming reunion with Mark & Asha from Altor of Down, our companions from the Faroe Islands. The crew expands as we welcome Manu and Marvin o...
#46 | Sailing in Scotland: Ullapool to Mallaig, Mutiny, Plan B & Dolphins
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Join us on our trip from Ullapool to Mallaig as we face an unexpected twist in the weather, forcing us to activate our Plan B and seek refuge in the quaint fishing harbour of Gairloch. In 20 - 25kt winds, short steep waves, squalls, and poor visibility, we diverge from our course, discovering the enchanting Flowerdale waterfalls while awaiting a break in the weather. Our next destination, Churc...
#45 | Sailing in Scotland: Summer Isles And "Wetty Betty"
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We set sail from Lochinver to the enchanting Summer Isles in the mouth of Loch Broom, one of Scotland's hidden gems and sail onward to Ullapool. Join us as we navigate through stunning landscapes, bask in lovely weather, and witness breathtaking sunsets. Our journey takes us to the Summer Isles archipelago, a true paradise for sailors and nature enthusiasts. Amidst the beauty, we try our luck w...
#44 | Sailing Adventure in North-West Scotland: Lobsters, Highland Games And Mount Suliven
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We sail for a thrilling adventure from Kinlochbervie to Lochinver, and we unveil the results of our lobster pot catch against the stunning backdrop of the Scottish Northwest. Join us as we harness the power of a fresh NW breeze, navigating through the pristine waters from Kinlochbervie to the commercial fishing harbour of Lochinver with its quaint marina. Lochinver hosts the annual Highland Gam...
#43 | Sailing Scotland: Rounding Cape Wrath
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#43 | Sailing Scotland: Rounding Cape Wrath
#42 | Sailing from Fair Isle to the Orkney Islands: Exploring the Islands & Neolithic Wonders
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#42 | Sailing from Fair Isle to the Orkney Islands: Exploring the Islands & Neolithic Wonders
#41 | Sailing to Fair Isle: The Mystic Rock Between Shetland and Orkney
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#41 | Sailing to Fair Isle: The Mystic Rock Between Shetland and Orkney
#40 | Shetland's Beauty: Sailing, Wildlife & History Revealed!
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#40 | Shetland's Beauty: Sailing, Wildlife & History Revealed!
#39 | Sailing in Shetland: Hidden Anchorages, Bonxie Attacks and an Epic Hike
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#39 | Sailing in Shetland: Hidden Anchorages, Bonxie Attacks and an Epic Hike
#38 | Sailing from the Faroe Islands to Shetland
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#38 | Sailing from the Faroe Islands to Shetland
#37 | Sailing to the Faroe Islands: Island Exploration, Folk Tales, and 007's Tombstone
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#37 | Sailing to the Faroe Islands: Island Exploration, Folk Tales, and 007's Tombstone
#36 | Sailing to the Faroe Islands: Controversial Traditions & Top Hiking Spots
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#36 | Sailing to the Faroe Islands: Controversial Traditions & Top Hiking Spots
#35 | Sailing to the Faroe Islands: The Sea Caves of Hestur
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#35 | Sailing to the Faroe Islands: The Sea Caves of Hestur
#34 | Sailing to the Faroe Islands: Cliffs, Lakes, Wild Waters!
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#34 | Sailing to the Faroe Islands: Cliffs, Lakes, Wild Waters!
#33 | Sailing to the Faroe Islands: I should've seen this coming!
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#33 | Sailing to the Faroe Islands: I should've seen this coming!
#32 | The Western Isles: Tarbert - Shiant Isles - Stornoway
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#32 | The Western Isles: Tarbert - Shiant Isles - Stornoway
#31 | Harbours and Anchorages: Gems of the Outer Hebrides
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#31 | Harbours and Anchorages: Gems of the Outer Hebrides
#30 | Outer Hebrides: Tiree to Barra with Dolphins
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#30 | Outer Hebrides: Tiree to Barra with Dolphins
#29 | Exploring Tiree: Hiking, History, and Ringing Stone
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#29 | Exploring Tiree: Hiking, History, and Ringing Stone
Great thanks. Really appreciated
Thanks for watching and for your feedback!
Mmmm mackarels yummi. If they were green and black I should say
I think they were saithe / pollock in this episode… cod comes later - and we are still waiting for the halibut… 😂😂
11:27
The ferry?
Love your channel, my wife Linda and I sailed our old wooden yacht Lady Grey, a Hillyard built in 1958, around the firth of Clyde but more often around the inner Hebrides for 24 years from 1994 every year until 2018 when sadly my lovely wife Linda became unwell. We have sailed many of the waters which you have shown in your videos, Largs, Campbeltown, Islay, all the distilleries, Jura, Crinan, Oban, Mull, Arnamuchhan, Skye, the Classic Malts Cruise, Rassay, Portree, Plockton, Tobermory, Loch Aline, Fort William. Your videos bring back so many happy memories, sadly my beautiful wife is now with dementia and in care. Our early sailing was in an East German Folk Boat in the Firth of Clyde. I am seriously impressed with your fantastic Polaris yacht and all of its features, also how you describe your experiences in what is your second language. keep posting new footage. Brian Mcgregor
Aww, so sweet! Thank you for watching, Brian, and for your kind words. Sad to hear about Linda, but you know, it‘s the memories we keep and sure she does. And I al glad we trigger fond memories of past times with you. We hope you will like our tales of places new, we‘ll keep them coming! Daniel & Kathrin
@@sailingpolaris thank you so much Daniel and Kath for your prompt reply, I visit my lovely Linda almost every day and show her pics of our yacht Lady Grey which she recognises. Maybe I can send some pics if I find out how.
brilliant 🎉❤
what app/ program do ypu guys use for planning.... it looks great.
we really enjoy following you. What app/program do you use for forecasting? it looks really good
Thanks for watching. For weather forecasting we mainly use windy.com For bigger passages we use the passage planning function of an app from www.luckgrib.com. Route planning for shorter passages is mostly done on Navionics.
@@sailingpolaris thank you.
2nd of your videos watched, found your explanations of what you where doing and why, made it more interesting and gave more insite into why things where done. Hate to say it but you gave a perspective in “older” sailors sailing rather than the 20-30 year old views. Especially loved the earlier video where you went through your boats features and setup. Cheers
Many thanks for watching and for your feedback! Much appreciated.
Avon skin so soft original - best midge repellent there is
Thanks for the tip!
hi Guys ww are enjoying following you. What was the app/site ypu were using for planning?
Hi, thanks! Planning what?
Fantastic details and improvements. Never saw this before on a standart type boat. Thanks for sharing ! Michael
Thanks for watching Michael!
Impressive sidebends and press ups!
I‘ll let her know. Should we start a workout channel? 🤪
Another great video.
Thanks Douglas!
WOW…. Wieder ein Video das uns in die wunderschöne Landschaft und die vielen Geschichten mitnimmt…. Herzlichen Dank und e dicki Umarmig Vo Stäfa….🥰🙏🥰 Manu
Danke Manu! 🥰
Chapeaux für diese Leistung, für das Video und herzlichen Dank für euer Teilen❤ gäbu
Merssi Gäbu!! 😍
Can’t fault your whiskey choice guys!
😂👍🏻
Good video, but not heroic EXCEPTING the good lady-skippers swim, which was decidedly hero-like. Well done 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
😂 we didn‘t want to over do it. But, what about my whisky sacrifice then… (i.e. the dram shot…??) 🤪
I concede the whiskey scene was pertinent BUT if you don’t reveal the dram there’s doubt in this audience member’s mind; if it’s a cheap blend then, well ……… but if it’s a Caol Isla, or better still a Kilchoman, then you will have earned the protection you seek from Poseidon & Co. 😂😂😂
🤣🤣 It‘s a Tamdhu 15 years 🥃. Another careful viewer and self proclaimed whisky afficionado commented very approvingly about the quality of the sacrifice in the comments section. Our video #26, should be another testament of the quality of the whisky carried aboard Polaris… 😂😂 And, after this absolutely sensational summer we had in northern Norway so far, undoubtedly both our sacrifices have shown effect. 🌞
Great video! I'm sure the Gods enjoyed that Tamdhu 15. Fantastic whisky. Cheers!
Only the best is good enough for the gods…!
CONGRATULATION, real navigation chanel. Greetings from Spain.
Thanks! Hope you enjoy the rest… Greetings from the Arctic!
Guauuu. Such a beautiful adventure. Thanks for sharing with us. Amazing video as always. Cheers from Canary islands
Thanks for watching and for commenting!
@@sailingpolaris Today I learned a lot of everything watching your video. Really thank you
👍🏻💪🏻
Hello, may be I missed it but what type of solar panels did you use? Make, performance, dimensions?
3 x 400W, Sunpower SPR-MAX3-400-COM, sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2022-02/SPR-MAX3-400%20SPR-MAX3-395%20SPR-MAX3-390_0.pdf
Very nice film making. Thank you for sharing!
I love your storytelling and of course believe in trolls - thank you for another amazing and wonderful video. ❤
Just found this video after doing a search for 'sailing fair isle', which was after watching Sailing Florence's recent video of their trip to Fair Isle just a month or so ago. Congratulations on your very calm and pleasant style of presenting your video, very informative but with just the right balance of music and commentary. I will be watching more of your travels, so here's wishing you fair winds and all the best.
Thank you for watching and for your kind words! I hope you‘ll find the other videos equally pleasant. Have fun watching! Best wishes from Norway‘s north!
Just found your channel. Love it. Thanks so much for sharing your adventures with us. Cheers from Canary Islands 👍👍
Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoy!!
Amazing boat, full of love for every detail. Enjoy it. Cheers from Canary Islands 👍
Thanks! 😍
Hi Daniel her in the Med it is pretty much the same: no wind, or too much, or wind on your nose.. By the way I have copied you passage planning process and made it into a video. I owe you royalties. I try to paste the link here. ua-cam.com/video/hCZSLMX2bLA/v-deo.htmlsi=BN0EtFFX32-bPbB-
Nice channel and I've subscribed. Looking forward to catching up on the rest of the episodes. Btw, I mark a cross with a permanent marker on any item that's kaput. Sod's law you end up reinstalling it haha.
Haha, thanks for the tip! And I hope you enjoy the rest of the videos.
Hi, just catching up on your videos. They are great, keep em coming 😊 So I noticed that you visited a distillery somewhere in Europe. Just for your knowledge there are a couple of whiskey distilleries north of the arctic circle. UA-camrs Sailing Uma visited one of the 3 years ago. I hope you’ll have a great time, fair winds and nice weather! www.mykendestilleri.no/
Ha, thanks for watching and for the tip! We are aware of some distilleries up north, Myken is on our radar as well as one further up. We‘ll keep them coming, keep watching 😉
Danke❤….. super Kathrin…..dein Basilikum ist immer wieder schön in Szene gesetzt 😂❤
🙄 (Daniel…)
It looks like you had perfect weather, I can't believe that was in May! Really looking forward to following the rest of your adventure north. 😊
Thanks for watching - is this a valid alternative to fairing? 😉
"But hey - who boils fish?" Best comment :) Can't agree more! Enjoy Norway!
You know, we traditionaly do not boil the cod. The person who said that probably can't cook or was lost in translation and did not know how to say poach the cod.
@JT-hm1rf it was Sei we were told to „boil“, not Cod. We love Cod but not (yet) Sei… if you have a favourite recipe for Sei we‘d love to know it… 😇
@@sailingpolaris Put filets of pollock (sei) in a mix of flour, salt and black pepper just before you fry it. Fry chopped onion and at the end add some water and broth. Serve with potatoes and vegetables. That's typical Norwegian way.
@KnutHaglePadle many thanks for this recipe - we will try it out!! (Now just need to catch some sei…) 😂
Thanks, will try this one too! 😋
I live near and have my boat in Børsa, in Trondheimsfjorden. Nice to see from someone elses perspective. Very nice footage!
At least you had the big sail up and it got some air 😊 The scenery is so beautiful, can‘t wait to visit this amazing country myself. Thank you for another professional and perfect video!
Thank you Regi! You‘ll be stunned when you will be up here!!
Video reflecting every sailor’s frustration - the damned wind. Loved the section on ‘the big-sheet’. BUT the sight of a bottle of Cune on the table while you munched on cod made my heart flutter. Well done & keep smiling.
😂 thanks for watching and for your uplifting comment!
Loch Aline is one of my favourite places. Notice you are also a CA member.
Yes, we are indeed. Loch Aline is beautiful, only (too) late we discovered it!
Only last week I commented how beautiful your boat is, so happy for this thrilling and fully informative narration, however, that background piano player can walk the plank,it was so distracting trying to concentrate. That said, your absolutely gifted with genuine skills and knowledge with a smashing family. But to bring you back down a tad (respectfully) I couldn't get any engineering company to make me a simple longer threaded u bolt, after several months I got one from Italy Oscalati whom in turn said their agent in Largs chandler's can provide anything from their catalogue. It's a sad life when I'm insignificant nowadays to get any minor parts made. Hopefully you can return to Scotland soon.
Well, and if you have to get a part made it costs you an eye… but hey, it‘s called boats… 😂😂
How can you be so relaxed sailing and being a tutor on your travels, especially in strange waters. The three of you are a blessing to watch and all singing from the same sheet in harmony. I was brought up swimming in the sea but 10 years ago after many years in swimming pools i tried the sea again and i was a man when i went in ,but a little boy when i ran out, NEVER again. My son's thought i was going to pass out.😅 Your yacht looks beautiful inside and out, and i swear i smelt that bread miles away mmmm. Poor Martina, the whisky is not for everyone. Keep smiling forever.thank you.
Thank you for watching and for taking the time to write this kind and uplifting comment! We much appreciate it. And sea swimming is nothing for me either - at least not for pleasure… 😂
Unbelievably, relaxing, fun, vid. Its the first I've come across your video and I've subscribed as requested. I was up there last year on the Easdale rib run and i never heard of this gem of a whisky distillery, the lady was very confident and professional in describing their products in detail. Thank you for making me laugh in thinking you were intelligent until having to wade ashore! And worse upon returning!! Next time you visit a distillery drink as much as possible,both of you, then if tide is out just pee quickly for dinghy to float simples 😂😂❤
Haha, 😂 thanks for making me laugh too! Thanks for watchingNd subscribing! Hope you‘ll like the rest too! There‘s another one on whisky, #26, if you are into Islay whiskies…
Your very welcome , Unfortunately, I very rarely drink nowadays due to my drink being spiked over twenty years ago which left me with a difficult tummy and I cannot eat any spicy or fried foods etc. They call it severe reflux disease ! I call it the same as the Bast_ _ _ that did it. Anyways, have you been along the east coast of Scotland from Engerland towards Edinburgh. East Lothian is beautiful scenery and plenty to see and do. Especially Dunbar with Winterfield Golf club which serves up terrific meal's with view's to match. And of course onwards towards Edinburgh. I shall try and find your other vids soon as poss . P.S. you won't need your wellies at Dunbar unless you intend paddling about outside harbour. Cheers
We didn‘t see a lot of the English / Scottish east coast. This spring we took the Caledonian Canal to Inverness (that‘s about as much…) and then crossed the North Sea to Bergen. Currently we are north of Tromsø / Norway… we have done many videos about the west coast of Scotland…
@@sailingpolaris It's amazing you've seen more of Scotland than most of us have, at present I'm renovating my little motor boat and hopefully I'll be able to visit both the crinan canal and Cale before I pop my clogs. May I suggest a marvelous book new edition called EAST COAST OF SCOTLAND SAILING DIRECTIONS by Andy Carnduff n Forth yacht clubs. Its fully detailed with all the nooks n crannies from Berwick upon Tweed up to Duncansby head it was specifically made for yachties pilot Martin Lawrence. Via Imray. There's always next year perhaps Glasgow or Northumberland and return up north home again. It must be absolutely marvelous sailing all these places and crossing the north sea to Norway, Grateful thanks for education whilst on your travels.
Great Video! Thank you so much for sharing with us. Since I like to use your method for my passage planning I am just curious about two things. How do you respect the tidal stream in your passage plan and secondly where do you write the course to steer. Since this seems to be missing especially when you have turning points like in your case. Please keep your great work up and it was so lovely to hear swyzerduetsch in the background.
Hi Michael, thanks for watching! Tidal stream: I incorporate this in my boat speed, I always plot 2-3 speed lines, giving me a best - realistic - worst scenario. Where important I also draw the favourable and unfavourable times/ areas on the plan. I don‘t write down the CTS, as I always have a route in my plotter, but you could add this information at every waypoint on the plan. Happy sailing and best wishes from arctic Norway where it is sunny and hot at the moment…
@@sailingpolaris Thank you very much for your fast response an explanation. Since everything seems to be connected to speed how do you adjust your speed when you are underway? Especially when you are faster than expected before a critical point.
@michaeldob2153 reduce the sails or use the engine.
@@sailingpolaris First at all I apologize for asking so much but I will start soon sailing in tidal waters and I try tp gather as many information as I can. I get your point reducing the speed by drooping the sails but how do you drop your boat speed with you engine!? reverse? At home I copied your concept of passage planning and the more I worked with it the more I came to the conclusion that this method is great for Non-Tidal areas. Than a straight line with a constant speed make sense. Since the influence of drift is 0. In tidal waters your boat is influenced not only by wind but also by the tidal stream which can come from any direction. But once again all my thought are just theoretical since I don't have any practical tidal water experience.
@michaeldob2153 I know the average speed of my boat and then I try to guess what tide does to speed. That‘s why I work with multiple speed lines, that give me an idea. This method, as I say in the video, apparently is or has been taught in the Royal Navy and they have engines, which makes their passages very predictable. You‘ll find in practice that sailing and tides, course to steer etc. are never an exact science. Only in some very particular places will it depend on a quarter of an hour and and then I would reduce the sails to reduce the speed or use the engine to increase. The beauty of the method, I think, is also that it shows you how you run vis-a-vis your plan. Regular marks of time and distance to go will show you whether you are too slow, too fast or just right.
Hi, very nice video! enjoyed it a lot thank you. I have one question: which month did you do this trip? Would you say mid-late August is late to cross cape Orkeney - Cape Wrath?
We did this trim on 31/7 and 1/8 and that was absolutely fine. Mid-late August is certainly possible although the weather becomes more unstable then and gales become more frequent towards September (which does not mean there aren’t any during the summer…). With a well found boat and time to wait for your slot it shouldn‘t be an issue. Stromness - Stornoway or Stromness - Kinlochbervie (a very sheltered place btw) can be made in 24h and forecasts are pretty reliable on this time horizon.
Thanks!@@sailingpolaris
Lovely episode and the “next level bbq” looked amazing 👏
Thanks and greetings from Ryøya - found your drawing framed on the wall in the little hut…
Dry fish (Harðfiskur) with butter is also good
We hear this - will try!
It’s THE Mull for me in a few weeks so your vid’ is part of my researching. Cheers for that. I noticed again that you wear headsets when ‘coming-in’. What are they & what’s the purpose? No rush for a reply if you’re busy. Regards JohnL ‘Liv of Nyhavn’, Largs.
Hi John Thanks for watching and good luck with the planning - you will enjoy it! We use wireless bluetooth headsets to communicate at a normal voice. Signs don‘t work for us, particularly in situations when both hands are needed for a job at the bow or when the person at the bow can‘t turn their head back. We call them „marriage savers“… the make is Sena SPH-10. Best regards, Daniel
"Warm dog turd." You can't win 'em all. 😂
Gotta say you’re not selling that route to me 🤣. Great vid though - gripping!!!!!
Learn from our mistakes, don‘t make any new ones and you will be fine… 😂😂😂
What a stunningly beautiful land. That North coast is on my short list of places to travel. Looking for to see what's next. Cheers, Daniel and Kathrin.
And the best: reportedly, there are 2 whisky distilleries. One of the island of Myken and one somewhere north of Tromsø… challenge is on…
I really must congratulate you not only on your fabulous videos but your impeccable manners and generous curiosity. And you capture all this incredible beauty and detail without the use of intrusive noisy drones which is really refreshing to see.
Thank you - whilst we do have a drone I hardly ever use it because I am no good in flying it… and I would only ever use it away from everyone and everything. I hate them when they are circling above me…