Winter Sailing Alaska (not for the faint-hearted)

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  • Опубліковано 2 лют 2025

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  • @AlluringArctic
    @AlluringArctic  Рік тому +118

    This is the start of our winter sailing season! Happy New Year everyone and thanks for watching throughout the year. I went "full time" with video creation this year and it wouldn't have been possible without all of you that watch these videos, and special thanks goes to all the patrons.
    Regarding the aluminum prints, I had some technical issues with the website earlier and some people were not able to get the their orders in, sorry about that! Because of that I've extended the opening of the print run until the midnight of January 8th. So we're on overtime here already but this is the last chance to get one of the prints, they are available at art.alluringarctic.com . Getting one of the prints is also a great way to support the making of these videos!

    • @DanWrightApogee
      @DanWrightApogee Рік тому +2

      Happy New Year Juho and Sohvi! Great work and gorgeous videos - thanks for making such incredible content.

    • @esgee3829
      @esgee3829 Рік тому +1

      22:14 outcrop?

    • @Interkairos
      @Interkairos Рік тому

      Happy New Year! Thank you for your great shows!

    • @sandy-quimsrus
      @sandy-quimsrus Рік тому

      Happy New Year, had a humpback whale die naturally years ago in South Australia. Friend made it on the news because he was an idiot enough to jump on top of it. There were about 50 great white sharks eating it's blubber at the time! One slip and he would have been shark food.

    • @dancarter482
      @dancarter482 Рік тому

      _WONDERFUL!_
      HAPPY NEW YEAR

  • @iwoodie
    @iwoodie Рік тому +213

    There is no sailing channel that earns so much respect as this one. And I have seen a lot of channels......🎉

    • @veronicabell6652
      @veronicabell6652 Рік тому +7

      Me too and I ditto your sentiment:)❤

    • @christip20
      @christip20 Рік тому +4

      Yes, you’re right!❤

    • @kimberlyzamora4437
      @kimberlyzamora4437 Рік тому +4

      I agree 💯
      Happy New Year 🎆🎊 ✌️

    • @stephencrowther524
      @stephencrowther524 Рік тому +3

      Suggest you watch Sailing Oka Solo.

    • @iwoodie
      @iwoodie Рік тому +3

      ⁠​⁠​⁠@@stephencrowther524no thanks, it's to much about here and the dog. I'm more fan of this original couple and their plans. And no offence, she is totally not our type of person to watch. 0 humour. And the quality of noise/music etc. You can't compare it with this channel!

  • @Neasat03
    @Neasat03 Місяць тому +5

    I worked 25 years in television and making documentaries, including National Geographic, and your channel is really very good. You have nothing to envy of the best and most exquisite productions. Really magnificent.

  • @dennissvitak5475
    @dennissvitak5475 Рік тому +8

    I was a meteorologist prior to retirement, for 35 years. Many of those years were in Alaska. If you have any questions, let me know.

  • @erents1
    @erents1 Рік тому +70

    Happy to “sea” that you are wearing dry suits and life jackets while paddle boarding in those cold waters as cold shock is extremely dangerous, and so many people fail to realize the importance of wearing a dry suit when paddling etc. You create the very best sailing videos on UA-cam !

    • @helplmchoking
      @helplmchoking 11 місяців тому +2

      Yes! When you're doing something dangerous, safety is always important. I know so many people who are so slack about life jackets and the like and it drives me nuts. On my boat, if we're moving then it's life jackets on. I'd rather laugh at how silly it seems on a warm calm day than not have them when something goes wrong. These two are a great example of how to do things right

  • @poiuy0987z
    @poiuy0987z Рік тому +5

    I single handed my 48 ft Crocker Ketch from Sitka AK to Caig AK back in winter of 1994. Got stuck in Little Puffin Bay for two weeks during a big storm. Had to run lines out to trees on the shore. One of the best two weeks of my life. Ate a lot of fresh halibut.

  • @MaShcode
    @MaShcode Рік тому +20

    “Not for the feint of heart” is the expression which extends to most of Alaska.

  • @karaDee2363
    @karaDee2363 Рік тому +48

    Sohvi is so adorable..Wishing you both a very happy and healthy New Year..❤

  • @anthonyrstrawbridge
    @anthonyrstrawbridge Рік тому +39

    Absolutely beautiful. I love this boat so much. Fantastic wildlife viewing platform, great.for photographer, fishing expeditions, day sailing and extended cruising trips. Excellent crew too. ✌🏻👶🏻🚬

  • @MountainMariner
    @MountainMariner Рік тому +20

    We just recently went through those same storms. 76 knot winds at Port Etches and 100 knots in Knights Island Passage.

  • @GrizzBeaver
    @GrizzBeaver Рік тому +12

    How sweet to have a coffee shop with panoramic views complete with live intertainment!
    Thanks much for the field trip!

  • @greenbimoon
    @greenbimoon Рік тому +15

    Thanks so much for the date stamp, really brings more reality to the vid knowing when this was

  • @BillMeadArts
    @BillMeadArts Рік тому +12

    We love it when Sohvi is more in the vids, thanks

  • @shvl-hd5459
    @shvl-hd5459 Рік тому +9

    This couple , are just so likeable .

  • @annsheridan12
    @annsheridan12 Рік тому +13

    A wonderful way to visit Alaska from the warm comfort of the couch. Keep it up, most enjoyable.

  • @WrigleyFieldBlues
    @WrigleyFieldBlues Рік тому +14

    I was intrigued to see how mild the winter is even in December. Although I now reside in CA I was raised in the Midwest and I think they're having worse weather than Alaska. Alaska is full of surprises.

  • @DavidChristiansenUK
    @DavidChristiansenUK Рік тому +61

    Happy New Year Juho and Sohvi! Safe sailing for 2024

  • @chichoM3
    @chichoM3 Рік тому +16

    Best sailing channel by far. Good job, guys.

  • @Jcozz
    @Jcozz Рік тому +9

    It is so cool that you guys are sailing Alaska in the winter. I was up there for three salmon seasons, Bristol Bay, Cook Inlet, Kodiak, Seward, Homer, and also a season in Glacier Bay on a tour boat. My point is I was always headed south by end of August, and dreamt of winter on a boat in Alaska. Now you guys are showing me what I missed out on. Thanks for one of the best actual sailing channels on utube.

  • @hellofresh404
    @hellofresh404 Рік тому +18

    Very Brave exploring way north this time of year.
    Great to see this type of sailing, love your content great job.

    • @SSvan0
      @SSvan0 Рік тому +1

      Last of the true Vikings

  • @dalegange830
    @dalegange830 Рік тому +6

    Our picture arrived well and I gave it to my wife for Xmas -- We have been to that Glacier by boat when on out 2017 four month RV trip to Alaska -- Great place. I enjoy your videos --- Dale

  • @informationmimic9547
    @informationmimic9547 Рік тому +3

    Moment when Juho copied sea lion(and Sohvie joking about it too) roaring was brilliant. Thank you for opening a window to this wondrous and somewhat lonesome region. Fair winds, calm seas and 7 feet under the keel!

  • @RykovskyA
    @RykovskyA Рік тому +24

    Epic footage as always. Happy New Year to the true explorers!

  • @40vtr
    @40vtr Рік тому +9

    I have never been on a sailboat in my 57 years it is on my bucket list and you’re content is amazing I wish the both of you safe travels 🎉🎉❤

  • @sailor5026
    @sailor5026 Рік тому +16

    Take care and safe sailing for the new year. Sohvi seems happy. That’s good❤️ Maybe it’s the new haircut?

  • @svhulda6157
    @svhulda6157 Рік тому +15

    What a sail. What an amazing couple! Looking at your hat, have you had a hair cut! Happy New Year from Norway!

  • @keith800
    @keith800 Рік тому +10

    Wishing you great sailing for 2024 , the scenery is stunning as ever.

  • @bruceyoung1343
    @bruceyoung1343 Рік тому +8

    You two are livin the life we can only dream about. I wouldn’t even consider unless I was sailing for 15 years or more. And knew my sailboat like back of my hand. Much respect to you two. Merry Christmas and HAPPY NEW YEAR 🎊

  • @tymanot
    @tymanot Рік тому +7

    Phantastic video once more. Thanks for sharing. Nice sounds of the sea lions.

  • @renatofigueiredo603
    @renatofigueiredo603 Рік тому +19

    Happy New Year. Very amazing part of Alaska.

  • @maxcapax
    @maxcapax Рік тому +1

    Danke!

  • @Lanxe
    @Lanxe Рік тому +2

    Keep doing what you are doing. Every video has some new sights and sounds that are amazing. Cheers from the polar opposite side of the world!

  • @kennyvdequetzalcoatl1245
    @kennyvdequetzalcoatl1245 Рік тому +2

    Hope you two are staying warm and in a safe place.

  • @MikeBrown-dk7or
    @MikeBrown-dk7or Рік тому +10

    What a lovely place to sail and paddle board. Beautiful filming. A big thank you and a fantastic 2024. One Love ❤

  • @koborkutya7338
    @koborkutya7338 Рік тому +5

    "... and this is Sohvi!" :) :) :) Happy new year for you two, fair winds and following seas! Peter (Hungary)

  • @tech-test-break-fix
    @tech-test-break-fix Рік тому +8

    Outstanding content and a unique YT channel.

  • @JohnSchaefer-b3v
    @JohnSchaefer-b3v 10 місяців тому +3

    My wife and I sailed for 35 years on Lake Erie and then moved to Florida for 25 years and experienced 45 Hurricanes together however......Lost our home a year and a half ago in Hurricane IAN and did in fact moved back to Ohio on Lake Erie....Enjoy your videos..... and have subscribed to your Patreon site and look forward watching you both and your adventures up North...... I was able to camp out in 44 states in the USA parts of Canada near Hudson Bay area and Mexico as well.... we appreciate the value of exploring new places if you have the time to do so and will always value the many wonderful views in so many different locations both on land and on the water and while from time to time faced some extreme weather always survived without any harm to us well worth the effort it always added so much to our lives very enriching as I am sure you will discover.....this time in your lives is priceless

  • @noreenperryman725
    @noreenperryman725 Рік тому +7

    We love all the absolutely striking places! Stay safe and Happy 2024!

  • @skaraborgcraft
    @skaraborgcraft Рік тому +12

    Happy new year! Keep up the awesome film work.

  • @nooneanybodyknows7912
    @nooneanybodyknows7912 Рік тому +6

    BTW, many commenting about your haircut. BRAVO!
    Once again, you have me mesmerized as we sail in the breathtaking Prince William Sound area. Thank you for sharing a year stuffed full of amazing stories, scenery, and adventure. Here's to a spectacular 2024! Happy New Year, Juho and Shovi 🥳

  • @stashtrey1
    @stashtrey1 Рік тому +9

    Holy smokes! Did you cut your hair?!? I just noticed.
    As always ... breathtaking footage, editimg snd storytelling. Absolutely one of the best sailing and adventure vlogs on UA-cam. A++++

    • @billkurek5576
      @billkurek5576 Рік тому

      I just had to go back and look. Yes. He was certainly due. Nice pick-up. I usually notice things like that.

  • @ronaldquint
    @ronaldquint Рік тому +2

    Such a cute portrait of you two at 6:03 in the video !

  • @kindsailing
    @kindsailing Рік тому +3

    Thank you again for taking the time to do this filming! The scenery is beautiful and most of us won't get a chance to see it in person. Stay warm. Namaste.🙏

  • @DiabloSpearguns
    @DiabloSpearguns Рік тому +14

    Happy new year’s and all the best! Loving the videos

  • @kathleencorrigan8274
    @kathleencorrigan8274 Рік тому +3

    so cool - you two are very gutsy paddle boarding in those cold conditions. The drone shots and music were terrific too.

  • @lindastansfield1536
    @lindastansfield1536 Рік тому +1

    Missing your videos. Hope your both doing well

  • @jaysummers9396
    @jaysummers9396 Рік тому +9

    Fabulous video, thank you both so much, happy new year 🎉🤘👍

  • @randhagenstein2099
    @randhagenstein2099 Рік тому +5

    Wonderful adventure. The Sound is a wonderful place to adventure and you are very adventurous to do so in the winter. Feel free to reach out if you need logistic support out of Anchorage.

  • @robertcarkeek8391
    @robertcarkeek8391 Рік тому +5

    thank you so much for sharing these amazing legs of your winter adventures in the north!

  • @thirdlion3107
    @thirdlion3107 Рік тому +10

    Magnificent! Merry Christmas and happy new year 👍

  • @davidnichols147
    @davidnichols147 Рік тому +3

    Sohvi & Juho: I worked for ARCO Marine and was sailing as a @nd Mate on the ARCO Juneau when the Exxon Valdez ran aground on Bligh Rock. We were loading at Berth 3 when we got the news of this disaster. The regulation's changed quickly afterwards. Great episode, beautiful photography and editing. Love the sealions! Happy New Year!

  • @jimmybrokos4610
    @jimmybrokos4610 Рік тому +8

    Happy new year my friends
    Safe travels 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @Alfonso_111
    @Alfonso_111 Рік тому +2

    Amazing production! The footage, music, and easygoing Finnish way of being are the perfect blend. Thank you so much.

  • @johnnya9001
    @johnnya9001 Рік тому +3

    Of all the questions one might ask about the boat, sailing, weather, provisioning, safety, etc. what I would like to know is where you found such a beautiful, willing and capable woman to do it all with. Cheers.

  • @richardsnyder6087
    @richardsnyder6087 10 місяців тому +1

    I have never been a sailor but I love the water and your program is the best. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us.

  • @terrylynch1259
    @terrylynch1259 Рік тому +2

    Have a Brilliant 2024 Guys!....

  • @johndorian473
    @johndorian473 Рік тому +1

    Sohvi looked happy and upbeat in this one

  • @jeffmercier1974
    @jeffmercier1974 Рік тому +1

    Happy Holidays, it's still green here in Parry Sound, Ontario, I don't mind, summer is coming lol ✌️

  • @NellSaftic
    @NellSaftic Рік тому +5

    Great video, thank you so much.
    Happy new year 🎈, and happy travels

  • @wrbouwman7287
    @wrbouwman7287 Рік тому +5

    happy new year and safe sailing and fair wind

  • @apologiamixer
    @apologiamixer Рік тому +1

    This brings back memories of sailing in Prince William Sound between Valdez and Cordova a couple years after the oil spill. Always beautiful.

  • @madrew2003
    @madrew2003 28 днів тому

    I'm impressed with the seal lion impression! Spot on! I love watching this channel. Best wishes for your adventures!

  • @quasimandias
    @quasimandias Рік тому +1

    Winter in BC and Alaska is a well kept sailor’s secret, some of the best cruising that can be had. One must pay a little more attention to the weather as real gales can happen, but the anchorages are open and the wildness emerges. One needs a real furnace tho. I recommend a webasto thermo pro 90 or larger and an Efoy fuel cell for long stays out in the weather.

  • @ooweesaler
    @ooweesaler Рік тому +1

    Super cool. It's truly stunning but I am happy to be watching from my sofa with my boat out of the water for the winter. Well done both.

  • @clairecox8624
    @clairecox8624 Рік тому +4

    Juho, did you cut your hair? your hat is much smaller than it used to be.. Absolutely awesome videos!! hope you two have a fantastic new year!

  • @jaymacpherson8167
    @jaymacpherson8167 Рік тому +1

    I received the 2 prints early and they are glorious!

  • @peterhamilton3511
    @peterhamilton3511 Рік тому +1

    Sofie's so cute and the scenery so beautiful and you are doing such a great job. Very uplifting.

  • @IrregularPineapples
    @IrregularPineapples 9 місяців тому +1

    omg the shots at 4:20 against the mountains -- and the crisp quality of the cameras -- herrajumala

  • @davier05
    @davier05 Рік тому +2

    Un joyeux réveillon et une bonne et heureuse année…sail safe et the best for the futur.🍾🥂🎁🎁🙏🏼

  • @mountainwest3444
    @mountainwest3444 Рік тому +3

    Epic footage as always. Such a great experience eating chocolate from Finland watching Sea Lions 100 meters away! All of Canada and Alaska is experiencing an unusually mild winter this year. Happy New Year to the both of you.

  • @TheAlaina01
    @TheAlaina01 Рік тому +4

    Excellent video as always class

  • @pamed76
    @pamed76 Рік тому +2

    Happy new year! Beautiful film again. Beautiful music. Nice haircut .

  • @EricZuber-z6l
    @EricZuber-z6l Рік тому +1

    I love this. My wife and I live in Alaska and in the summer we go on 10~14 day kayak camping trips in PWS. Would love to do it in the winter.
    Another way to stay warm on board is with a battery operated heated jacket. Tnx for the video.

  • @scottholman3982
    @scottholman3982 Рік тому +1

    Technology is amazing. Your video was as clear and sharp as 35 mm color movie film, if not better. Your drone shots are excellent! Thank you for sharing this incredible journey.

  • @ingeebeltoft
    @ingeebeltoft Рік тому +5

    Happy New Year to you two ❤
    Clever you two are 🍺😎
    Weather forcast are mostly over rated. And to the better 😎

  • @dantheman164
    @dantheman164 Рік тому +2

    Great job. Love your videos. Keep it coming. I would be very interested in how you rigged your sails and maybe more of how you sail in various conditions. But I will watch whatever you and Dr Sohvi does.

  • @GrandOldMan
    @GrandOldMan Рік тому

    Big smile on my face (the good way) when Sofi said "Hallo"

  • @oudekraal7460
    @oudekraal7460 Рік тому +2

    super nice work, unbelievably engaging, great company and top notch sounds, next episode how about a quick rip thru this one key frames for fun and the cliff hanger at the end , why not?

  • @robertbailey8444
    @robertbailey8444 5 місяців тому

    You’re some of the most fortunate people in the world. Your able to see locations that very few people are able to see
    . Safe and pleasant travels to you. Enjoying your ventures from Phoenix Arizona USA 08/19/24 temperature 112 f

  • @pauls4708
    @pauls4708 Рік тому

    the drone shots around the 7 minute mark were perfect ,Lumi looked like a minature model of herself.

  • @Maxdekriek
    @Maxdekriek Рік тому +5

    Happy New Year Juho and Sohvi! Safe sailing for 2024 love your content
    greetsz from holland/friesland...max......

  • @brendahennessey1415
    @brendahennessey1415 7 місяців тому

    Awesome video. Love the characters eating the gratuity chocolates….thank you for your beautiful work

  • @ronaldchao4469
    @ronaldchao4469 3 місяці тому

    Sailing into the sunset and paddling in the bay were beautiful. Great video clip!

  • @CharlesLambert137
    @CharlesLambert137 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing more about you two! You both seem like really interesting people but we rarely get to see you close up, so to speak. Please share more! I've watched almost all your vids and this is my fav... and it's in really good company! All the best to you both for 2024!

  • @Daceysails
    @Daceysails Рік тому +1

    Happy new year! Really enjoyed this episode! Nice to see more of Sohvi, she’s absolutely badass for joining you in Alaska in the winter ❄️ where most sailing ladies would much rather be in the Caribbean !

  • @intosound913
    @intosound913 Рік тому

    hyvää uutta vuotta!
    what an amazing time to be alive, i can sit in my small little house, in a land locked state, and share an adventure half the world away, with two lovely people i will never meet in person, almost in real time. thank you so much for all you share with us. most of us will never leave the state we are born in. work, life, taxes and death happens so quickly. thank you for sacrificing your time together, to share it with all of us. may lumi always have spirits (alcohol) , and wind in her sails.

  • @jesterpoodle3235
    @jesterpoodle3235 Рік тому +2

    What is under Juho's hat?! A bit Bit less hair than previously I think!!😮
    Happy New Year to you both!

  • @ilikehiking
    @ilikehiking 8 місяців тому

    What an amazing life. Words cannot describe how envious I am.

  • @Stigbishops
    @Stigbishops 7 місяців тому

    I just found your channel about two weeks ago and I'm totally hooked! One of the best sailing/ life style channels in UA-cam. Much respect and love from Helsinki! Be safe and waiting for the new video!

  • @tienloongtong
    @tienloongtong Рік тому +2

    Happy New Year Juho and Sohvi! Helm the course for 2024 !

  • @philkakid5617
    @philkakid5617 Рік тому +2

    The scenery of the places where you go is just stunning! So much more beautiful than the scenery from the Caribbean sailing channels. Thank you for sharing your lives with us. Happy New Year 🎉

  • @JohnThePoolMan
    @JohnThePoolMan Рік тому +1

    You clean up well! Good haircut! 😊

  • @fredericksharon7494
    @fredericksharon7494 Рік тому

    I was stationed on Shemya during the cold war in 71.... so can relate to the wet ,windy cold to include Weather change in five minutes... and snow that blows sideways... a year dragged on and we had some had mental issues among the troops.... no women, trees or sunshine for a year...

  • @JamesBecwar
    @JamesBecwar 9 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing your story and not hiding the bad parts. Get back out there.

  • @andrez3640
    @andrez3640 11 місяців тому

    I would love to spend at least a month with you in what looks to be very different very difficult but awesome time...loving the exact opposite of every single other yachting channel...I think the reality is that the solitude and exciting environment makes it peaceful.

  • @otsohelenius2131
    @otsohelenius2131 Рік тому +2

    Vauhdikasta uutta vuotta! Ihan mahtavaa kun teidän videoitten kautta pääsee matkalle, lähtemättä kuitenkaan mihinkään😎 venelehdessäkin oli hyvä ja todenmukainen juttu aluksen kunnostuksesta👍 Kiitos kun jaatte matkanne, kaikkea hyvää teille!

  • @honey8784
    @honey8784 9 місяців тому

    This is truly amazing. Living real close to the edge, Best video, His or their demure, mild expressions belie tremendous strength and brilliance,

  • @MarieLoftus-n5u
    @MarieLoftus-n5u 3 місяці тому

    You are indeed two intrepid explorers. Your videos are captivating.

  • @teropiispala2576
    @teropiispala2576 Рік тому

    You could think 3d printed gears are weak, but they are not.I have chinese mini mill which broke it's gear. I couldn't get spare part, so I modeled the gear and printed it. It's 5 years ago, and it's still holding. While I have bigger mill for real jobs, I use that small one a lot for drillings and such, since it's so much easier to change tools and such.
    I printed the gear from normal pla, and it was meant to be temporary, but it have last longer than the original. It was split in several parts as the drill caught in.

  • @drew2757
    @drew2757 Рік тому +1

    Spectacular scenery and video. What an adventure.