Sailing to FIJI alone

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  • Опубліковано 10 лис 2022
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    THE START OF A NEW ADVENTURE. AT SEA FIGHTING STORMS
    and so, here it is, the one everybody has been waiting for. I set off on my singlehanded sail to FIJI
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    Boat:
    White Shadow is a Van De Stadt ‘Seal’ 36 (11 metres). She is hand made in steel, 2004, with a round bilge (hull) and a modified coach roof. This makes her a ‘one off’ and in my opinion the most beautiful Van De Stadt 36 ever built.
    The camera gear:
    Main camera is a Panasonic Hc- V700 with a Rode External mic with a sponge and dead kitten attached.
    Action, underwater scenes and small blogging is done with two Osmo action cams. Some boat shots are done with a Dji gimbal camera.
    Editing:
    Final cut pro on a Macbook. Most of the material for each video is filmed over a period of several weeks or so and the editing of each episode is normally done over a day. This process can take longer if original music is used or permissions are needed for copyrighted materials etc. Much time is spent sorting out technical problems. In this case I normally get the help of a younger person who understands computerie stuff!
    There are also times when filming, editing and uploading is not possible due to being at sea or in locations with no internet access.
    Content:
    I have found that filming and releasing material over a period of time is better than doing ‘vlog’ style videos and trying to make episodes out of whats happened in a week, regardless if it’s good content or not. By filming over a period of time I can be more selective in what goes into each video. My aim is to avoid ‘bland and mundane’ and have at least one or two exciting and interesting events in every video. Every video has to be entertaining.
    Comments and being at sea:
    I love reading your comments. Most weeks Im able to read everyone. I cant reply to everybody but I do read and enjoy them. Keep them coming! There are times that It might seem I'm not on the internet for certain periods, this is normally when Im at sea on passage. While Im out on the Ocean I have completely no communications with the outside World.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 463

  • @memyselfi5994
    @memyselfi5994 Рік тому +105

    Nobody who’s ever sailed would laugh at you wearing your safety gear! Good for you. Great video

  • @pembrokeshireparagliding7268
    @pembrokeshireparagliding7268 Рік тому +141

    I am such an idiot sometimes , lol There's me thinking Yikes I hope Barry made it in one piece , I then told myself "of course he did you fool as he posted this awesome video 🤣⛵🙈 you are a true legend Barry

  • @hatterassportmechanic5621
    @hatterassportmechanic5621 Рік тому +44

    Barry,Barry,Barry,Barry,be safe out there sir,fair winds and following seas

    • @Kitiwake
      @Kitiwake Рік тому

      Sailing and alcohol don't mix.

  • @johnmact5548
    @johnmact5548 Рік тому +4

    Glad the onions were OK

  • @skaraborgcraft
    @skaraborgcraft Рік тому +3

    Ignorance is often bliss. I only ever had a 4 day forcast before i left on passages, and took what was coming. I would have thought heaving to in a steel boat would have saved you some miles in the wrong direction, but im in front of a log burner drinking a glass of wine.

    • @gdfggggg
      @gdfggggg Рік тому

      My log burner will be up and running by December 🍷

  • @tomw5907
    @tomw5907 Рік тому +6

    Still eagerly awaiting your arrival in Florida USA. 😉

  • @SailingLaManga
    @SailingLaManga Рік тому +12

    My favourite captain....
    Be safe and god bless 🙌 🙏

  • @susanrussell7304
    @susanrussell7304 Рік тому +11

    Omg, I was on the edge of my seat through out this episode….. 😱😱

  • @guiart4728
    @guiart4728 Рік тому +17

    You really bring the romance of sailing home to us land lubbers! Congratulations on having an adventure and taking us along!

  • @BS-nt9oc
    @BS-nt9oc Рік тому +1

    SV delos, Zatara, and the Sailing Sea Dog. Complete inspiration… but this mutt does it all himself. Safe Winds.

  • @clairestallard845
    @clairestallard845 Рік тому +62

    Stay safe, Barry! We’re all waiting for you in Aus 😀🇦🇺

  • @magdakaniewski
    @magdakaniewski Рік тому +6

    That's some nasty winds in the night.. Great capture of the conditions. Hope part 2 is better

  • @marioadiez
    @marioadiez Рік тому +5

    Such a dog need such seas!
    Wonderful

  • @markmahan6768
    @markmahan6768 Рік тому +6

    You are one, brave, soul Barry! Steady on matey...

  • @johngilchrist1224
    @johngilchrist1224 Рік тому +7

    Hi Barry.... no one is laughing at you, you need the safety gear thats most important. I ended up in the water the other day on an out going tide, just as well I had a life jacket on and the RNLI were at hand to pull me out. The Tay is a dangerous river.... Keep up the good work, you will get me through the winter😉😊👍

  • @findermanimages
    @findermanimages Рік тому +42

    Loved this. It has been such a long time coming. Fair winds Barry, and more of the same please! 😉

  • @mickeydawson348
    @mickeydawson348 Рік тому +6

    I know you made it, and I know you're ok, but at 18:19 my hearts in my throat!

  • @TheAtma50
    @TheAtma50 Рік тому +17

    Barry, You're an inspiration to us all! Stay Safe & Fair Winds!!

  • @catherinehackett7722
    @catherinehackett7722 Рік тому +9

    I know that film never shows the full size of the sea but what it does show is scary enough! Glad you came through okay!⛵️💗

  • @waoamfg
    @waoamfg Рік тому +34

    What a fantastic episode 🙂
    Real feelings'n'all. Love your effort. You're a CHAMP 🥰

  • @mikeraymond9088
    @mikeraymond9088 Рік тому +5

    Hang on, Barry. The joy of sailing!

  • @patrickconway5542
    @patrickconway5542 Рік тому +3

    Barry my man you are totally insane, 😂. Surfing a steel boat ? Love it. You just be safe with the wind on your back with clear sky above!! 🙌🍻😉

  • @ronjohnson9690
    @ronjohnson9690 Рік тому +12

    We all know how a dog goes bananas when its master comes home. It seems the sea has reacted the same with you finally sailing away from port after the hiatus. Welcome back Barry!

  • @wills3212
    @wills3212 Рік тому +1

    Nauseating to watch couldn’t stop either. The reality of cruising! Happy to see you using your safety line’s I wouldn’t ever take them off

  • @carlosthebee3527
    @carlosthebee3527 Рік тому +14

    For me, this is your best vid ever. Great shooting! Loved the sounds of the ropes, the sea and the waves, the howling of the wind at night... just wow! Can't wait to see the 2nd part! Keep your spirits up, Barry, and thank you so much for sharing this great adventure with us!! 👍👍

  • @Rittlesleo
    @Rittlesleo Рік тому +8

    Oh, my! We totally commiserate! We were just in those conditions ourselves but only for 2 days. You're a hardcore sailor!

  • @wcresponder
    @wcresponder Рік тому +5

    You are made of sterner stuff Barry!
    Hang tight and laugh at it when it tries to break you.
    You are in our thoughts and and have our best wishes.

  • @styx85
    @styx85 Рік тому +5

    This is the kind of sailing Baz and Shaddy love, innit?! 😆

  • @phlanjo
    @phlanjo Рік тому +5

    PORTLAND CALLING, PORTLAND CALLING; your camera gimble, editing and adventure sailing all stepped up a notch in this one! OK, back to the video...

  • @run14me
    @run14me Рік тому +7

    Ore Ley Macho! Can’t wait until I can take off alone around the world…🎉❤😂😊! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

    • @run14me
      @run14me Рік тому +1

      Or with my future wife and children:-)

  • @boathousejoed1126
    @boathousejoed1126 Рік тому +1

    Never make light of clipping on.Always the real deal,stay safe Barry!

  • @jyzilvz
    @jyzilvz Рік тому +5

    Ahhh that trip is like that more often than not. I really felt it when you said you have had enough. I say it over and over every time. But like a fool I just keep going back for more.

  • @frogsintheforest
    @frogsintheforest Рік тому +5

    Take care Barry, we're all cheering for you .

  • @hughburgess4168
    @hughburgess4168 Рік тому +15

    What a fabulous video Barry. You can feel the difficulty that you are in and the reliance on the elements. Can’t wait to see the next video to see where you end up. It brings up the balance and reality of world sailing. Truly grateful. Thank you. ⛵️

  • @rcetvg11n72
    @rcetvg11n72 Рік тому +5

    stay safe Barry might be an idea to have life line in the stormy weather

  • @chadpeaks1472
    @chadpeaks1472 Рік тому +6

    You actually caught what its like to be in a blow On a Sailboat wow incredible good job! Stay safe and watch your fingers with the wind gen!

  • @simonallan6148
    @simonallan6148 Рік тому +5

    That looks like a tough passage, especially single handed. Hang in there.

  • @islesanctum833
    @islesanctum833 Рік тому

    Mad respect Barry made it thru
    The storm and the waves could not move Barry's big balls from going to Fiji.,... Aye Aye

  • @sierrashere6957
    @sierrashere6957 Рік тому

    When you said . . . " it's in the hand of the gods " , kinda broke my heart.

  • @WindwardToEden
    @WindwardToEden Рік тому +1

    Looks like your eating well! That's always good for high moral.

  • @subconsciouslyaware
    @subconsciouslyaware Рік тому +1

    You sir are a brave man.

  • @sammyvh11
    @sammyvh11 Рік тому +5

    Glad your back to sailing. Your doing great.

  • @TheSailingBrothers
    @TheSailingBrothers Рік тому +5

    Thanks Barry, great as always, some scary conditions

  • @AWGG42
    @AWGG42 Рік тому +4

    Another cliffhanger of a voyage for Shaddy: "The Curse of the Seadog" strikes again!

    • @AWGG42
      @AWGG42 Рік тому +1

      p.s.,Stay safe, Barry.

  • @jerrycooke6511
    @jerrycooke6511 Рік тому +3

    Glad you made it. Fiji great but be bloody careful of thievery there. Especially in Suva.

  • @katrinebohr3119
    @katrinebohr3119 Рік тому +13

    Amazing channel, amazing journey ⚓️❤️

  • @userrmr
    @userrmr Рік тому +2

    Barry I'm sure at the moment not what you were feeling but it's awesome to see you in the blue water again! best vid in many months!

  • @solosailorsv8065
    @solosailorsv8065 Рік тому +3

    Can't say I miss those angry winds and horizontal rainy nights at all, Well Done Barry !

  • @bobothree
    @bobothree Рік тому +1

    Barry, that was stunning. Sorry that which is your anxiety is the source of my entertainment.

  • @Dan-no4tl
    @Dan-no4tl Рік тому +11

    That situation looks all too familiar to me. Most of my offshore cruising has been single-handed and I know what that feels like. Nights seem to last forever when it's cold. It makes me happy to know that you had to make it in safe for this video to be posted. Looking forward to the next chapter.

  • @gregstewart9167
    @gregstewart9167 Рік тому +3

    Great Video! And many thanks from Alabama, USA. You give this old guy inspiration. Everytime I start thinking the years for doing this have past me I watch you. YOU ROCK IT! And then the plan is on again. Cheers!

  • @airbear9445
    @airbear9445 Рік тому +5

    Now that was a great episode, thank you Barry!

  • @pentachronic
    @pentachronic Рік тому +8

    Such a great insight to he realities of blue water sailing. Keep safe Barry. Love the content.

  • @BAMBOU-FR
    @BAMBOU-FR Рік тому

    wind turbine blades and fingers: eternal enemies. Lucky fingers, lucky sailor. Luck was there! 🖐🥂

  • @bicyclist2
    @bicyclist2 Рік тому +5

    I love sailing very much. I have sailed on Lake Michigan, and in some lakes in Maine. This looks very challenging. Thank you for sharing.

  • @kencast4478
    @kencast4478 Рік тому +4

    Yes remain in full control as we are looking forward to seeing you in Fiji!!

  • @razzledan77
    @razzledan77 Рік тому +3

    Balls of steel Barry. Keep going mate!

  • @richhunter6414
    @richhunter6414 Рік тому +8

    Been following you for several years Barry. Never saw you this concerned for your safety. Concerning! I know these videos are lagging a few weeks or so and hope all is well now.

  • @goofy4birds
    @goofy4birds Рік тому +18

    can't say enough good about this one, great selection of music, excellent shots setting the scene, just great story telling. Love it!

  •  Рік тому +4

    If it weren't for the fact that I know you uploaded this and therefore arrived somewhere, I'd hate this video for making me so tense! Looking forward to part two and hopefully a better second half! Good video though! Jeez!

  • @ConciergeMed
    @ConciergeMed Рік тому +3

    So so so very good to see you sailing adventures once again, at last…! 👍

  • @akromafia
    @akromafia Рік тому +1

    This took me back to ‘Dragon for Sale’ - one of your best performances 😉

  • @2adventure_oz921
    @2adventure_oz921 Рік тому +5

    Well done Barry, about to splash my first yacht next week. Only a 20 footer. Hope to see you in Western Australia. 👍🏻

  • @ronaldwarren5220
    @ronaldwarren5220 Рік тому +1

    Holy crap! Be safe brother.

  • @mmullaley
    @mmullaley Рік тому +5

    Hey Barry, love your videos. You need to make time when the going is good...every bit of rag up, get her moving in the direction you need to be going. Being 200 miles away from safety is better than 500. Every day you are in bad weather increases the likelihood of issues. Push her on, use speed to avoid weather. As you know, sailing to windward is work...what's worse is sailing off the wind and taking system after system. Don't get me wrong, don't run into seas you can avoid. Don't worry about the boat...the weakest thing on that boat is you! The boats can take it, we are the weak link.
    All the best, have at 'er!

  • @allanhester1391
    @allanhester1391 Рік тому +6

    Hey Barry, so glad you made it in one piece but fully understand your frustration, discomfort and concern while sailing in such conditions.
    I too have sailed in similar conditions but nowhere near as ling as you endured them.
    Thank you for making the effort to post your grand adventure.
    Godspeed Barry.

  • @draterlarebil4506
    @draterlarebil4506 Рік тому +1

    Respect.

  • @tomhanes5112
    @tomhanes5112 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for the upload Barry, that was a good one. Im waiting for the next one.

  • @arron7857
    @arron7857 Рік тому +12

    incredible voyage solo, thanks for sharing!

  • @bruceweber2361
    @bruceweber2361 2 місяці тому

    Thanks, Seadog, for a great ride.

  • @guymanges3628
    @guymanges3628 Рік тому +1

    Barry, I walk like that and I'm on solid ground... Old...

  • @pacificnoble4513
    @pacificnoble4513 Рік тому +4

    Finally been watching you for years from Fiji 😁

  • @TropicShade
    @TropicShade Рік тому +20

    There are three rules in storm avoidance: 1. Put the wind on the starboard quarter and keep it there. 2. Do not fall asleep. 3. Strictly adhere to rules 1 & 2. Safe sailing Barry!

    • @ssjpocket
      @ssjpocket Рік тому

      Hi I am curious (and not aware of the english sailing terms), what is the starboard quarter?

    • @gordonbennet1094
      @gordonbennet1094 Рік тому +5

      @@ssjpocket Starboard is the right hand side of the boat when you're facing the bow. Wind on the starboard beam means wind directly from the right. Wind on the stern means wind coming from behind. Wind on the starboard quarter means wind coming in the middle of these two places.

    • @Eldering
      @Eldering Рік тому

      I guess starboard vs port would depend on whether one is sailing in the southern vs northern hemisphere?

    • @gordonbennet1094
      @gordonbennet1094 Рік тому +1

      @@Eldering No sir. Starboard is the right hand side of the boat when you're on it, facing forward. It's irrelevant which way the boat is facing.

    • @Eldering
      @Eldering Рік тому

      @@gordonbennet1094 Sorry, I wasn't clear. I meant to avoid a weather system on one hemisphere you would prefer one (ie starboard) and on the other hemisphere vice versa (ie port). Since cyclones go in opposite directions on North vs South hemisphere.

  • @GingerNinja68
    @GingerNinja68 Рік тому +4

    Wow. What an episode. Travel safe

  • @rainfinger
    @rainfinger Рік тому +2

    Great video. Hydrovane is the best, sailing with one since the 1980s. We use a storm sail for the Hydrovane, consisting of 1/4" plywood, cut half size of the full sail on the Hydrovane.

  • @alexovnz
    @alexovnz Рік тому +3

    I'm in Tauranga, and the weather pattern has been horrible due to La Ninnha!!! No westerlies only cyclones forming on the Tasman sea bringing stormy northerlies!!! Hopefully, it sorts itself out for next year!!! Fair winds my friend...

  • @chickenfriedrice2932
    @chickenfriedrice2932 Рік тому +4

    My favorite channel on youtube! Keep on keepin' on!

  • @janinepeterson1632
    @janinepeterson1632 Рік тому

    This time I fully agree with: neogeoriffic:
    "You're not alone Barry, we're all sailing along with ya! LOL"

  • @johnjordansailing
    @johnjordansailing Рік тому +2

    You look more alive than ever before!

    • @boathousejoed1126
      @boathousejoed1126 Рік тому

      That's so true.Though Barry never sugar coats anything,he looks ten years younger when facing adversity!

  • @tree4408
    @tree4408 Рік тому +3

    Barry, Barry....I stood on the shore of Lake Erie and looking out at nothing but water was scary! Cannot imagine being in a boat alone in such conditions. You were the first sailing adventures I followed and so enjoy the ocean from my livingroom.
    But, I think it may be time for you to tie up in some port permanently. 😉

  • @johnwalker6711
    @johnwalker6711 Рік тому +3

    Good to see you made it safely Barry look forward to next episode

  • @GUNNER67akaKelt
    @GUNNER67akaKelt Рік тому +3

    Stay safe, Barry. I want to keep watching for a long time to come!

  • @randymcmeekin1955
    @randymcmeekin1955 Рік тому +5

    Epic voyage Barry. Yes you were in the hands of the Gods but it was your seamanship that got you through it. Wondering if you ever considering heaving to?

  • @jonathanvince8173
    @jonathanvince8173 Рік тому

    Poor you this looked so hard and some funny things you say when in a bad way. Can't wait for more.

  • @californiakayaker
    @californiakayaker Рік тому +1

    I've noticed that predict wind uses red for blows but they aren't as rough as some of the others. The bad thing is that you would be trying to go upwind. Storms alwasy seem to suck wind into themselves. Makes it hard to get away from them.

  • @SM-cq1mb
    @SM-cq1mb Рік тому +13

    Doing well Bazza, stay strong :) the waves are huge

  • @davidc6510
    @davidc6510 Рік тому +2

    Oh hey Barry!!! One heck of a crazy sail to Fiji! Thanks for sharing!

  • @bloodmuffin123
    @bloodmuffin123 Рік тому +1

    Wow i wish I didn't get violently sea sick I would love to do some sailing like Barry.

  • @markkurtis8637
    @markkurtis8637 Рік тому +2

    Let see: (I'm writing these things down) Barry's tips for solo sailing: 1) Face death and destruction by first consuming bacon.
    Got it. Thanks!

  • @christopherzaczek4000
    @christopherzaczek4000 Рік тому +2

    Jolly good show sir!

  • @lets_go_see_
    @lets_go_see_ Рік тому +1

    Obviously you made it! We are watchinh your video LOL

  • @scotthaskins1264
    @scotthaskins1264 Рік тому

    Dear God man…..just love it ❤️💪 Get on Devon boy!

  • @TheSkskitey
    @TheSkskitey Рік тому +3

    Good on ya Barry , i hope you have better weather very soon so you can get to Fiji ASAP :-)

  • @klouism1
    @klouism1 Рік тому +2

    Now would be a good time to have another crew member. I imagine you're about wore out. Blessings to you. Thank you for the video.

  • @donnakawana
    @donnakawana Рік тому +4

    Captain Barry your an amazing sailor an helmsman.. I learn so much from you... Yeah, I agree predict when this would make me predict panic.... At the same time it's nice to know it's just difficult to not panic even in a steel Hall of metal boat you know... That's why your completely an amazing human being to me....
    Thanks for sharing your life with us Barry!! Grateful for you ✌🏼💗😊❣️

  • @mikesherman8590
    @mikesherman8590 Рік тому +1

    I just started watching you again I love the long hair are you still out there that's awesome I'm 63 and dream of that in the whole life

  • @davidcostard7348
    @davidcostard7348 Рік тому +1

    Seasoned man and the sea… Hemingway mate!😉

  • @sallydixon8639
    @sallydixon8639 Рік тому

    I take my hat off to you , sailing alone with digital guides to keep you safe!
    With all your experience, it’s still a test!
    My great great great grand father was seacaotains! Charlotte, my great grandmother gave birth to my grandfather off Cape Hirn! So I at 19 wanted seriously to sail around the world!
    Do I did not do that! But I have have adventuring all my life! I am from Maine USA! I now live by the sea and I love watching your adventures on the sea and know that we are now in a digital world! Please use it as our weather is very erratic and spontaneous! Not steady and predictable like the old days!
    Have fun and thanks for your sharing of the joys of living on a the ocean!

  • @secretsquirrel6124
    @secretsquirrel6124 Рік тому +1

    Heave to it will be comfortable for a while and safe

  • @Cody_1981
    @Cody_1981 Рік тому +4

    Great video! Looking forward to part II.