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Sailing Haldis
United States
Приєднався 20 лют 2015
This channel documents my journey from sailing on Pelican lake near Fargo ND, advancing to Lake Superior, and then embarking on longer ocean passages. You'll find videos showcasing my remarkable adventures with John Kretchmer, Nathan and Vivian Zahrt, as well as my ASA courses with the Maryland School of Sailing.
In a new series, Sailing Breezy, my wife Nicole and I take ownership of a Hallberg Rassy 44 in Ellös, Sweden. I will sail her to the Mediterranean, fulfilling a lifelong dream of sailing the French Riviera, followed by crossing the Atlantic and becoming a hobo in the Caribbean islands. Please don’t tell anyone, it’s our secret. 😊
In a new series, Sailing Breezy, my wife Nicole and I take ownership of a Hallberg Rassy 44 in Ellös, Sweden. I will sail her to the Mediterranean, fulfilling a lifelong dream of sailing the French Riviera, followed by crossing the Atlantic and becoming a hobo in the Caribbean islands. Please don’t tell anyone, it’s our secret. 😊
Hallberg Rassy 44: Riding the Tides to Brest. Sailing Breezy Ep 8 4K
After three days of contrary winds, we finally have a fair weather window into Brest France. Tim and I again cross the English Channel and enter the Chenal du Four with the tide. I experience one of the most exhilarating sails of my life as we race Frenchman along the gorgeous Brittany coast.
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Hallberg Rassy 44: The English Channel. Ep 7 HD 1080p
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We have a brief window of calm weather and slip our way along the Northern European coast, dodging ships, avoiding oil platforms and windmill farms until we reach Cap Gris-Nez (Cape Grey Nose) to make our crossing of the English Channel. Once across, we are awestruck at the chalky coastline at Dover and Beachy head as we sail along Englands souhter coast. We sail into the Solent to seek shelter...
Hallberg Rassy 44: Sailing the Baltic to North Sea, the North Sea rumbles. Sailing Breezy Ep 6 4K
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Again we are frustrated by headwinds no matter which way we turn as we sail from the western Baltic and enter the Kiel Canal. After a brief stay in Cuxhaven to shelter from the headwinds, we enter the North Sea. The North Sea quickly becomes my least favorite place to sail as the wind over shallow waters churn up some nasty seas.
Hallberg Rassy 44: Near Nightmare Sailing from Ellös to the Baltic. Sailing Breezy Ep 5 4K
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We finish the prep work on our new Hallberg Rassy 44 just in time to catch the horrible weather all the way down to the Baltic. The new boat nearly winds up on the rocks as we leave Ellös. The Sail south toward the Kiel Canal is upwind into confused and crowded seas and we learn about some issues with the new hull shape.
Hallberg Rassy 44: Sailing the Swedish Fjords and Exportation process. Sailing Breezy Ep 4 4K
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We sail Breezy 60 miles form Ellös Sweden to Skjærhalden Norway to complete the exportation process from the European Union. and find some time to test the Code Zero. This video has been reloaded in 4K
Hallberg Rassy 44: Cruising the Swedish Fjords and Exportation process. Sailing Breezy Ep 4 SD
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We sail Breezy 60 miles form Ellös Sweden to Skjærhalden Norway to complete the exportation process from the European Union. and find some time to test the Code Zero.
New Hallberg Rassy 44: Deck Tour and First Sail from Ellös Sweden. Sailing Breezy Ep 3 HD 1080p
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Enjoy the video as we continue our handover of the Hallberg Rassy 44 on deck and complete our first sail in the fjord outside of Ellös Sweden. This video includes time with Martin, the master rigger at Hallberg Rassy. We become familiar with the in mast furling and electric furling headsail as well as all the lines. We discuss back up systems if these electrical systems fail. Our sail through t...
New Hallberg Rassy 44: Handover from Ellös Sweden. Sailing Breezy Ep 2 HD 1080p
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This is not your typical boat tour. This was our detailed handoff when we first boarded our new Hallberg Rassy 44. Our friend and sales team member, Ludvig, introduces us to all the inner working or our new home the water.
Hallberg Rassy Factory Tour Ellös Sweden. Sailing Breezy Ep 1 HD 1080p
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This is an extensive tour of the Hallberg Rassy factory in Ellös Sweden. We see everything from the raw wood and newly formed hulls to the finished product. We learn the secrets to Hallberg Rassy success: Skilled artisans, a seemless manufacturing system and impeccable leadership. We also had the opportunity to see Sailing Vessel "Breezy" which is nearing completion. Exciting times!!! Special t...
Annapolis boat show 2023: Shopping for a new boat? Jeanneau 55 Monocat or Lagoon 55
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This is a brief look inside the Annapolis Sailboat show along with more extended tours of the Jeanneau 55 and Lagoon 55. Neither is our choice as we have a Hallberg Rassy 44 on order. I truly enjoy the open ocean and wanted a proven ocean passage-maker stout enough to handle the unexpected. There will be more on this later as we tour the factory in Ellös in February. The show really firmed our ...
1975 Islander 36: Update and repairs
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Nicole gets more acclimated to the boating life on our 1975 Islander 36, Misty on Lake Superior. Misty gets new cushions, new running ringing and a new transmission seal while I learn from my mistakes.
Gulfstream Gale: ASA 108 offshore sailing course from Norfolk halfway to Bermuda and back.
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Maryland School Of Sailing & Seamanship ASA 108 training course takes a turn for the worse in the gulf stream. We were fortunate to be aboard a sturdy and stout island packet, cruising yacht with a crack crew, and experienced captain and mate.
Catholic School Commencement speaker calls on graduates to seek guidance from…. Michael Scott ?!??
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Jack Haldis delivers a thoughtful and entertaining speech as he reflects on his four years with graduates from Shanley High school class of 2023.
Offshore sailing: Dismasted! Sailing Cape Verde Islands: Part 3
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Our adventure continues as our mast falls into the Atlantic during the final leg of our journey: a brisk 140 mile beam reach from Sal Island to Mindelo. Aboard the mighty Quetzal, disabled and adrift, John Kretchmer lives up to his legendary seafaring status as he safely leads us back to harbor. Part three of this offshore series demonstrates the real world difficulties encountered when a relat...
Offshore sailing: Tenerife to Cape Verde Part 2
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Offshore sailing: Tenerife to Cape Verde Part 2
Offshore sailing: Tenerife to Cape Verde, part 1
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Offshore sailing: Tenerife to Cape Verde, part 1
1975 Islander 36: Cleaning and first sail
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1975 Islander 36: Cleaning and first sail
Storm hits ASA 106 students in southern Chesapeake-Delmarva Circumnavigation
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Storm hits ASA 106 students in southern Chesapeake-Delmarva Circumnavigation
St Martin: Marigot to Grand Case aboard Beneteau 47
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St Martin: Marigot to Grand Case aboard Beneteau 47
Offshore sailing: Bermuda to St Martin
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Offshore sailing: Bermuda to St Martin
West wight potter end of season and EPropulsion motor demo
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West wight potter end of season and EPropulsion motor demo
First try in West wight potter with an asymmetric spinnaker
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First try in West wight potter with an asymmetric spinnaker