Finally leaving! A girl's SOLO sail back to the BAHAMAS from FLORIDA [ep 11]
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- Опубліковано 6 жов 2024
- I finally left Florida after nearly 4 months! There were still some uncertainties regarding the steering and solar, plus navigating around a head-on wind, but I made it! It was an overall great crossing and I am so excited to finally be home.
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Watching Capt. Laura for months has been a great inspiration to this old sailor. She shows the world that it's OK to be who you are, no matter who you are. You don't have to conform to the norms of society. And that if you don't chase your dream you will never realize it. I learned from her that no one is too young, old, or poor to sail. I post a lot on her video's because she is such a great person. A huge asset to any business. A natural born winner.
Aw thank you for your kind words
@@laurenlandersI just hope you have a gun or something to protect yourself with…
You are so brave to sail alone with your cat!!! Godspeed, and favorable winds always ❤️.
Thank you!
So cool to see a young gal sail with her cat! Love this!
So nice to see a young person follow their dream, I've had the same one for many years now and am about to really give it a try (but on the West Coast). It's taken over 80 years to accomplish it but age is only a figment of everyone else's imagination. Smooth sailing and more cat purr's.
Aww...
Good for you, Larry 😃
More reasons now than ever to leave the mainland 😳
Go for it! 👍
These are the stupid comments that encourage these young people to be foolish and put themselves in unnecessary danger. With your age you should know better than to sound like a teenager who follows childish "dreams" but not RESPONSIBILITIES
@@jon_s Holy Moly, Jon! Back off. First, concerning "responsibilities." You do realize that Lauren's UA-cam Channel IS full-time employment. She has sponsors and donors, plus she has a charter operation. So I'm guessing she probably earns more than I do. And she has a fairly large sailboat to maintain. To me, this is a BIG chunk of responsibility. You are correct however, there is an element of danger in being alone on the ocean and I am sure there will be frightening times ahead. This said I would never tell anyone they should stop living to keep living. She's doing good, obviously well accomplished, and I say leave her alone to pursue her heart's desire.
I just enjoy seeing you smiling most of the time ! Watching you being happy, makes Me happy !!!
Aww 😊
When I was 22 I owned an airplane and flew it all of the US. I thought I was adventurous but compared to taking on the ocean sailing by yourself is 10x more than what I did. How I marvel at your fearlessness, determination and total sense of adventure. Continued safe sailing.
great clip, I like your first mate am sure he pulls his weight in helping out.. My wife and I are full-time liveaboards in the South Pacific. We love the life style. all the best with your sailing adventures
Aww that’s amazing!!
Pura Vida how do you do it income-wise? My kids are almost grown and I’d like to do the same.
What a transcendent experience! So courageous, so skilled, so Beautiful.
You have inspired the world to follow their Dreams.
Aw thanks!
Hi Lauren, just keep doing what you do best. It is nice to see such a natural approach to your episodes, u like some of the other sailing channels where it is one big advert which is a major turn off. Your a pretty girl, a brave girl and you seems as beautiful on the inside as you do on the outside. Thank you for a nice episode x
You said it nicely !
UA-cam recommended this video this morning, which is excellent btw. I think your channel is about to grow a lot. I'm from Missouri too so I'm interested to see how somebody from Missouri makes the change to the cruising lifestyle, which is very much something I want to do. I can't wait to get caught up on the rest of your videos!
Thank you so much! I will definitely do a story on my background soon
@@laurenlanders 7.9
I love the cruising and relaxing!
Same thing here.
Just we're 6 to 7 hours ahead,
so just woke up.
Great channel. I'd love to see more of the sequence regarding unfurling sails, using the winch and when. Also, the autopilot and how that works. Basically anything and everying you can put on camera when it comes to the functional mechanics of sailing. I'm sooo interested! Thank you!
Check out one of my other videos! 2 days of sailing solo 🤗
It makes me happy to watch you following your dreams. I really like how you manage to smile through the downs as well as the ups of boat life. Keep up the great videos. ❤
Just started making plans for my first solo voyage. Leaving port at Pensacola and heading to the keys followed by The Bahamas. I’m 32 years old and couldn’t be more excited. Lots of lobster diving, fishing, and sailing. Awesome video.
Aw nice!!!! Have fun!!
I'm glad that I found your channel. I've been researching for several years and this is what I plan to do within 3 years. I'm 30 and finishing up my Bachelors in Florida as well. This is encouraging content. Maybe we'll cross paths some day. Cheers!
Very excited to see someone your age with really good sailing skills. I’m sure the electrical issues will get resolved. My wife and I while watching the video every time we saw the cat there was a big “Awww” from us. Best of luck on your adventures and your channel. Cheers
Aw thank you!! and haha, he's great to have around
You're amazing and inspiring. Take good care of your sailing partner. You guys make a great team. God Speed on all your travels.
Aw thanks
Came across your channel late yesterday, have finally caught up to your current release, loved seeing you handle all the trials with your engine, water maker, solar issues, no tantrums just disappointment in your face. Hope you get the last issues corrected easily and you can finally just sail. I have subscribed and look forward to seeing more of your experiences. Take care, be safe and sail on.
This means so much to me! Thank you so much
You’re so freaking cool. I love your chill vibe. At first I couldn’t decide whether you were foolish and naïve or confident But then seeing your understanding of Sailing and all the systems on your vessel I realized you Knew what was going on and we’re completely in control. Have fun!
Aww thank you so so much for this!! Glad you enjoy!!
Hello Lauren.
Its my first time viewing your channel. I follow a few Boating and yacht channels but only two sailing.
It was refreshing to see a down to earth person setting off on thier adventures. You seem to be a brave hearted and knowledgeable sailor learning as you go.
Thank you for inviting us alongside!
Looking forward to watching more of your videos.
Blue Skys, Fair Seas and Tailwinds.
Hello from St. Louis Missouri.
Aww thank you so much. and thank you for watching!
Amazing, one brave soul, free spirit, when I look at the great ocean and how it's so overwhelming, makes me think of the greatness and mighty power of God!!!
For sure!!!
You are amazing so calm and collected. Love watching the episodes
Thank you!!
You might be the coolest young lady I have encountered. Tough, sweet, and very intelligent. Best of luck. Not sure what a patron is but I would like to support more. 😊
Just binged the entire series. And subbed. Looking forward to more adventures and trial. Never thought about Rudders having bearing, now we know they can go bad! I saw that water manafold and said it needs to be replaced. Great way to "build" a new one! Owning a boat means knowing how to work on a boat.
thank you so much!!! and haha makes two of us!
Hi Laura, Great viewing and a great inspiration to me and i hope to all watching your travels and tribulations I'll keep watcing !
Love this episode!!! I would say keep doing what your doing - good mixture of different activities to keep the video interesting - good variety of different tasks during the day - love it!
Thank you!!
You are literally living my dream right now and I'm so jealous!! 😍 Just the wind the sea and a cat!
I love that you love sailing - keep up the good work Lauren!
Thank you!!
L! Nicely done! I admire your comfort with yourself. Keep enjoying every day! jt
Be safe and enjoy the trip, you will be on my daily prayers. I love the solos, sailing, biking, hiking, flying, etc, i see coffee, ocean, a book and listening good music…. Love it all… thanks for sharing.
thank you for watching!
Love that your doing this. As a 20 year commercial fisherman (lobster) there's nothing like being in the water. 3rd episode I've seen and your quickly becoming my second favorite to "sailing zatara"..
Aww this means so much to me! Thank you!
Sailing alone around the ocean is really insane!! But im enjoying wathcing this video having your lovely cat with you. Im so proud of you lauen, keep it up and xplore the world! God be with you! always
Amazeballs! Gratz to you and your fluffy friend on a safe crossing. Just bought my first sailboat 2 weeks ago and plan on crossing next winter. looking foward to more of your videos.
aw thanks! and congratulations!!!
Lauren, I love how you explained everything as you prepped and sailed. Such a chill vibe too!!!! I subbed. ♥😊👍
Great video. Made my day!! Thanks for taking the doldrums out of my routine day as a pediatrician and making me think about the possible!! I've never sailed but always dreamed of doing it. All my best. Dr Steve
aww this means so much to me!! Thank you!!!! It is never too late to try!
Hi Dr. Steve, sailing is a fantastic way to relax and connect with nature. I can't recommend it highly enough for staying mentally/emotionally fit.
A really good way to start sailing is to take lessons at a local sailing club and also rent their boats. (Club memberships often include use of the boats too.) There are sailing clubs nearly everywhere, including places far inland like Colorado and Nebraska. They're not just on coasts and bays.
what a cat! Im considering buying a sailboat and came across your channel. I sailed when I was younger and feel like im missing out
You are living my dream! I am so so happy for you! I have told a few people of this dream of mine and everyone has said it cant be done, so its so wonderful to see a solo female sailor...I love seeing this all through your eyes. I think it was a great episode, just keep being you. Enjoy your amazing life and just keep documenting it. Hello from Australia!
aww, you can definitely do it!!
Your amazing lady, it takes a lot of confidence and guts to go solo, so much to do and learn, l have nothing but praise for you and much love from England . YOUR A STAR
Thank you!
Love your channel! By the way, make sure your batteries are OK - not bloating or leaking, corrosion on the terminals, ect. They may not be able to take or hold a charge if compromised. Many people neglect their batteries...
Thank you!!
Your Channel just came up on my UA-cam this morning 🌄 *WOW 😳 I'M SUBSCRIBING BECAUSE I'M SO IMPRESSED JUST YOU AND YOUR CAT JUST SAILED FROM FLORIDA TO BAHAMAS ALONE!!!👍👍👍☺️* When I was younger, I was much the same, taking adventures alone. *GOOD FOR YOU*
Aw thanks
hello Lauren! I enjoyed watching this vid and especially watching your cat having fun being with you. You just got a new subscriber 😍
Aw thanks!
Ditto, all the way from Perth, Western Australia. Lived in Hollywood, FL for a while and use to surf in the Bahamas :-)
Having Sailed the Caribbean sea as a youngster, I have a hands on appreciation for what you are doing. I am 64 yrs now and all I have to say is, enjoy the moment... It goes by fast.. And be safe. And what ever you do, don't assume anything. It is dangerous on the water.. JCS
Lauren, I have just binge watched all your videos. You are one impressive young lady. Your fortitude and determination and of course immense hard work is a tribute to you. What is your story, how did you acquire so much knowledge and sailing ability, how did you acquire your boat etc? I guess you are early/mid 20’s, I have daughters of a similar age, one loves sailing sadly the other not. I personally really enjoy the work projects as much as the actual sailing. Stay safe.
Thank you for your words and support. I appreciate it so much. I will probably do a video on my story soon😊
I so much agree with you. Impressive to watch her.
Woke up this morning to this video in my cue and as I watched it I felt like I was still dreaming.....smart girl, boat cat, waves, breeze......😊
Aww, thank you for watching!
Hi Lauren, Just been watching all your episodes up to this one and its great to see how you handled all the issues. Not sure what camera your using but my only advice would be to get a better mic something that handles wind better than your current one as the wind does wash out your voice alot if your talking. It's great to see how your cat is handling being on water too.
Will do!! Thank you for watching!
Watching from nz , great to see the confidence you have and show , , i always enjoy the ladies showing the way , and that sailing is a real thing and can be enjoyed by just about everyone
Aw thank you so much
You are a great role model for all the people out there who have dreams of owning and living on a sailboat ⛵️ and the incredible amount of work and money that it takes you've got yourself another subscriber and probably patreon keep up the beautiful smile and cheerful attitude and always stay safe
New subscriber, i love following new channels like this looking towards new adventures with you cheers.
Thank you so much!!
living vicariously through you.... Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching 😊
Anyone can sail with a dog. Now, sailing with a cat....that's impressive! 😁
haha, it goes well!
That's funny, I have a dog(Greyhound) and cat, I was going to give my dog away when I go sailing, but keep my cat, as a kid I lived on a boat and we had a cat
Your free spirit is like a breath of fresh air ! God Bless You!
Aw thanks!
@@laurenlanders Safe sailing Love
Imam full of admiration for you, doing it all alone, congrats! No advices needed on what i want to see, keep on going like you are, i love it. Ofcourse subscribed. Fair winds!👍❤️
Thank you so much!!
What I love is the wind weather sailor talk.YES!! The passage planning little insights.
You really are an inspiration!
Thank you!!
It's been so long I don't get hooked to a video like it happened now. Your video was awesome, you are very inspiring. I'll definitely follow your journey from now on. Thanks for sharing and all the best for you two!
Aww thank you so much
Cool.
I watch a lot of different sailing channels on UA-cam and I enjoy watching an adventure.
Ah thank you!
Safe travels from Hastings, NY I haven't sailed in years and just crewed a few times with others. good memories...
Thanks!!
You are a serene and peaceful women. That hammock pic at about 10pm. GOLD.
Great ride, subscribed, mechanics, heartache, sailing, show it all!! I love the sound of water lapping against the boats too!
Thank you! and me too!
I am glad i started watching from the beginning
Love watching your episodes, i have been for one year on an ocean boat in Eilat, Israel. wish you all the best dear Lauren ! ⛵
Thank you!
Lauren, congrats on making the crossing. You may know this but just in case. When making longer passages, be sure and strap your dingy down so that it can't swing with the waves. If seas build up, it can chafe on the davits or the back of the boat and damage your tubes. Also, be sure and remove the plug when you hang it on the davit. Rain can fill it up and damage your davit. I learned that one the hard way.
Thank you!!
Love to see the ins and outs of the journey. A solo sailors way of passage making. Check ins, sail outside from, and anchor too destinations. Pros and cons of each place. 😊
Thanks for watching!
Absolutely fabulous 😎 that’s definitely one of my life challenges that I have to make it someday! Keep sailing ⛵️
That’s awesome!!
Amazing sail - glad to see you made it across just fine despite battery charging issues. For a moment I thought you're going to turn around. Good luck!!!
aww thanks for watching
Way to go Lauren! Doing what makes you happiest, that's what's important, and the cat is safe, no worries. I just discovered your channel, very cool, thanks for sharing this adventure!
Aw thanks for watching!
Love your story, Lauren! This is exactly what I’m trying to do!
G'day from Australia 🤗
Totally addicted to your channel.
Love your vibe and watching your dream come true.
Your amazing
aww thank you for watching
Awesome! Living the dream. I’m working my way up to a larger boat.
I think it's amazing you are sailing by yourself. But I hope you get all of the issues fixed on your boat before you start sailing again. Be safe. Your twin sister is on Expedition Evans. .looking forward to following on your journey.
Thank you!! Yeah, she's sweet! We were both in Fort Lauderdale for a bit while we did projects!
Just found you and I’ve enjoyed watching this episode.your cat is awesome too, I had one that looked a lot like him.I hope you can keep doing many more videos.Be super careful out on that boat all alone.I always like to see the water going while you sail and behind the boat too,you were really clipping along.Just be yourself and be real,like your calmness and your voice is pleasing to listen to.I’m a cat lover so that will add to me watching you two 👍Thanks for sharing your life and adventures with us !!!
aww thank you so much!
❤ you are a true ROCKSTAR! Very inspiring ~ I just found your channel here because I’m interested in taking off on a solo adventure like this myself! Wish I still had my cat Leo with me… Looks just like your cat! ✨🐈⬛⛵️But he’s always sailing with me in heaven! Thanks again for sharing! Happy Sails!❤
OK, I’ve watched every episode. Very interesting and Lauren is so pleasant to watch. Stay safe out there.
Aww thanks so much!
Wow... so extremely brave! Good for you for mot letting "thinks" getting in the way. Happy sailing. 😀
You're going to make a lot of money on UA-cam. Your stuff gives me the same vibes as what SV Delos did over a decade ago when they started. No BS, no pretense, just life.
I’m glad you enjoy it!
Enjoyed your video. A fun adventure. A 10 for beauty and coolness.
thanks for watching!
Good for you! My retirement is a 45 footer. I've sailed all over the GoM and out to the Exumas. Stay safe and may you always have a breeze at your back!
Nice!!! Thank you!
Stumbled across this video today... AWESOME! Now I need to go back and get caught up from the beginning!
Aw Thank you so much!!
Just came upon your channel...Can I too live vicariously thru your daily adventures??? May the winds always be at your sails!! Cute Kitty
You just came up in my Feed. Always happy to support another Sailing channel with good content. Keep it up.
Aw thank you so much!
wow what a wonderful live ! I want to start sailing as well !:)
😮😮😮❤❤❤❤❤That’s my home town NASSAU!! I really hope you had a great time. And hope you got that CONCH SALAD. Wow you really made me miss home. But glad you did 🎉
Aww! Love Nassau!
Lauren if you come back to Florida and need a boat slip, we have an extra one, we are in Key Largo, Florida. The slip has water and electric hookups and we have an onsite dumpsite for your grey and black water holding tanks. This slip is yours for as long as you need at no charge to you. This is a huge condo/ boating community in Key Largo, we have a huge pool, on site showers, laundry facility. tiki bar with live music on the weekends. Very strong internet signal at each slip. Shopping is very close. Me and my wife were living aboard our Privilege 615 catamaran sailboat in Key West for 8 years, but my wife wanted a change so we bought a condo here and we are really enjoying it. We didn't quit sailing, we just downsized, our new boat is a 2020 Corsair 880 Sport Trimaran, it's wicked fast and a blast to sail....
I appreciate this so much. That sounds like so much fun to sail!!
You will have over 200k subscribers soon. So calming its almost feels like we are travelling with you..👍👍👌
I will be in shock haha. Glad you feel that way!
Enjoy watching your Adventure
Thanks!
Great to see a young lady doing this !! I look forward to watching more. Its winter here in NZ so i'm jealous. Happy Sailing 🙂
Aww thanks!
Keep going, building on each adventure. We spent last winter in the Bahamas, loved the Berry Islands.
The Bahamas is my favorite place!! so beautiful
I love everything about you and your videos. dont change a thing please🙂
Jonny
Thank you so much 😊
Very cool - love the tech/navigation system.
Thanks!
Aww thank you so much 🙏🏼
You are the best I'm so glad I came across you channel.you doing what I want to...happy sailing i hope everything turns out okay on your future sail and channel..stay safe...
Aw thank you so much!
🙏🏻 safe travels. That smell of salt water I miss so much. Brave soul
This just popped up on my feed…. You should get one of those wind proof mics… there was a whole section at we couldn’t hear what you you were saying… and I don’t want to miss a thing…. Beautiful…
Fun & Awesome! Safe travels.
Good morning and congratulations on the solo sail. 🙏🏻❤️ I loved watching your experience and so happy it went smooth.
Aw thank you!
Raised in Hawaii now in Georgia would love to travel like this great show keep them coming
Thank you!
Its one thing to please your audience bit make sure you love what your doing first and foremost most. If you aren't enjoying yourself it will show in your videos. All the best!
For sure! Thank you for watching!
Never had an interest in sailing until I saw your videos. It looks like pure freedom and enjoyment. I am having so much fun watching your videos. Keep up the amazing adventures ✌🏻
Aww, it definitely is!! Glad you enjoy
WOW!!!!
Good for you Lauren!!
U. R. So confident in what you're doing.
I love your cat 🐈 he looks like my cat teddy. The same color markings and my cat is a tabby.
U. Rock Lauren 🤟
Awww thanks!
Enjoyed your journey, wish I was more mechanical to do this, love the freedom, you rock!!..best wishes, Jake
Thank you! You can definitely always learn!
Hi Lauren, amazing what you are doing. Love it. I’ve only ever done it with a partner (5 years travelling live aboard). A little advice re the dingy
The 30hp outboard is way to big and heavy.
Tie the dingy (even if only through the Handles) to the davits to stop it moving around so much while under sail. Everything that move wares something out.
Enjoy every moment Richy
Thanks!
30hp is needed for charters (:
I do tie the dinghy 😊 rougher waves it gets tied a little better
Thank you!
You are living the dream. My buddy left Toronto, Ohio last winter on his sail boat headed to Ambrose Island Bahamas. He's stuck in Fulton Mississippi.
Andros island