No Agent? No Problem! Transit the Panama Canal (Sailing Curiosity)
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- Опубліковано 20 жов 2024
- It's happening! Time to transit the Panama Canal & we're doing it without an Agent.
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There's a lot of misinformation, and fear mongering, out there about the Panama Canal. All of the cruising guides we read said something along the lines of: _you should definitely hire an agent, it's too difficult to attempt on your own_. Many of the cruisers we spoke to said the same and several of the other UA-cam videos we watched all used agents.
So when we asked our friends Rufus and Kate who transited the canal 2016 without an agent, their response: It's CRAZY easy and you can totally do the canal without an agent. We weren't totally convinced it was going to be a breeze so we decided to document the process and share it.
So join us as we Sail to Colon to begin the process of transiting the Panama Canal without an Agent.
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Jason, Nikki, Cleo and Singa
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This is what i Love about your channel so much, you are researching everything so good and then shearing it with us. Thank u and God bless u.
We hired an agent and I don’t regret it. Erik took care of everything and we did not have to leave extra money for contingencies. We made the transit in one night. Our schedule started at 1600 hours at the flats. By midnight we were looking at the Pacific. We found all our line handlers at the Shelter Bay marina. Extra line and wrapped tire fenders were provided by the agent.
Since our boat had been through twice before, the admeasurer had really nothing to do except have us sign the paperwork. Hope your trip went well.
Love it, love it, love it. You, the RV Geeks and a canal. Perfect!
Thanks David! Does that give you any ideas for a collab video? Geeking the Cut? 😉
You know it's gonna happen ;-)
CruisingTheCut look forward to seeing it
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So great to see the many RV people getting involved in your adventures. Love the RV Geeks.
I have never noticed before but this episode has taught me the importance of Zip Loc bags for paperwork on a sail boat.
Another fabulous video for the "save file." All the needed stuff to do this on our own by following the leaders and connecting the dots. Thanks guys. BTW, met Kent at the Miami Boat Show over the weekend (Feb 15-16. 2018). One step further to getting on board our cat.😊👍👌👊✨🥂⛵️⚓️✨
Right on! Find anything super exciting or promising at the boat show?
It’s really nice to know everything that goes into the crossing. I never realized all that it takes to get through there. It seems like every time you turn around someone has their hand out wanting money. Always thought you just got in line and waited your turn Ha Ha . Good luck and looking forward to the next video. 👍
Gone with the Wynns....... when you just click "LIKE" cuz you know its going to be good!!!!!
How exciting! Loved seeing the RV Geeks, Peter and John come to Panama to help and also enjoy an amazing vacation! And mom Mary, too ;-)
Thanks Pam! We had a blast, and can't wait to share next week's actual transit video!
Can't wait to see your next video. Tito had better not let all of us down. Good to see your Mom aboard. Did she bring all the surprises you were hoping?
Hugs,
Sandy
That scenery is just breathtaking. So happy we will finally be in the same ocean. Yay!
I was just thinking what about catching up with family!! and Jason spoke :) Well done guys.
yay RV Geeks and Jason's mum- I'm so excited for you. Thanks so much for posting. x
You's guys are so fantastic at entertaining and providing incredible vital cruiser information, giving us a heads up, on all the quirky details of deals and traps to avoid ! Great "Game Face" Ha Ha Ha I love it. You are a lucky couple when you can have family fly right in at a weeks notice at their own expense to help you do a job on the boat ! You have an amazing family. I will follow you's anywhere you's go to, so keep going. Waiting for your next episode. Fair winds.
WHAT A GREAT SURPRISE!! RV GEEKS!! I subscribe to their channel too. I never expected to see them helping you cross the canal.
Thanks! We pride ourselves on being all-purpose geeks, at home on land, sea and even air! LOL
+RVgeeks You absolutely are! Love you guys!!
Wow all the things you have to do go through the Panama Canal! Very interesting! Can't wait until the next video!
Ok...Ok....have to admit the RV was nice but this is truly awesome! And the Geeks....over the top! And of course Mom too:) What a good son Jason.
So happy to see you guys be real, especially Jason! (occasionally cranky and made no attempt to hide it....yes.)
I'm super excited to see the next vlog of ya ' ll transiting the Panama Canal. Nice to meet the crew. Sure hope Tito comes thru & doesn''t let you down & leave you stranded in the bay.
Wow. You've got a beautiful mom. Have fun in the big ditch and looking forward to next week.
Hi guys Tom from New Jersey just wanted to thank you for your awesome videos you guys are great keep up the good work . interesting to watch amazingly informative thanks for the detailed information on the panama transit again thanks so much.👍🏻
So great to have such sweet friends and family to have aboard for the adventure!
Now I see where Jason gets his friendly smile from :)
Mary is a peach!! :)
Jason is a credit to his mom. She brought him up well. Jason is a great guy and is good to his wife Nikki . Cheers !!!!
This has got me super excited to see the canal transit. Love that you have the RV geeks on board for it. Might have to call them the s/v geeks for a while 😉⛵
I've been following your UA-cam channel for some time and why the two of you seem to do so much so effortlessly is because of your ability to tag team projects and because of your resourcefulness. You don't like spending money any more than my wife and I do. (I bet you do your own taxes too). ;-) Because you are willing to put out a little effort where others don't is why you ended up with $300 - $600 in your pocket at the end of the day. That money is better spent exploring some island in the south Pacific somewhere... Safe Sailing and keep up the great work!
HAHAH!!!! Peter & John! That was such a treat to see the RVGeeks show up for your inaugural crossing!
Another winner! when I get a few more, I'm going to go from day one. Really enjoy Y'all. Please be safe. Love from Texas
Nice vid. Born and raised in the Panama Canal Zone. My dad was an admeasurer. Got on the boats, measured and charged the tolls. Couple day process. Went through that canal many times.
+John Frank Awesome!
It is about time. I been waiting for months to see that crossing.
So awesome, guys! I feel like I’m getting ready to go!! Thanks, as always! 👍🏼
wow didnt realize they were so much behind real time! XD But i get that is what is needed for top notch quality! Happy for it anyway! Fair winds and kisses to the kitties!
I am thrilled to see The RV Geeks with you on this transit! What an incredible surprise and it is always great to see family come to help out, too!
Yes, such a wonderful trip to do with such wonderful people. This experience will forever be etched in all our minds :)
Had no idea that there was this much to do to get through the Panama Canal awesome video Vegas bill
Thanks to the 'guys' for the link to Jason & Nikki's video! With absolutely no disrespect, I'm a 'land-lubber' so the RV Geeks are at the top of the list for my video watching the last while, where in the past Jason & Nikki where with their motorhome video's (which I still watch btw!). I find, the places I want to see in the world are more local than some others, so North America...here I come! Can only hope one day down the road Jason & Nikki jump back to land travel, but at any cost...I'll watch them occasionally to see how they are making out...and follow other RVers videos! I did quite enjoy Jason's 'Lithium' video, and SO much changes technology wise these days, I can only imagine that realm will hopefully become less costly, and give the average motorhome/RV/marine more options for their power needs! Thanks for the video, and safe travels!
Peter,John, Mary and Roy. Thanks for an awesome episode! Champagnepong!!
Another great video! Missed you at the Miami Boat Show! Insurance details sound confusing. We are getting closer and closer to our dream of sailing too.
New boat designs are not as good as the older ones, which is good for us, we will want a 10 yr old cat anyway. We actually want your boat, should you change your mind! Ha ha!! Happy sailing!
Thumbs up guys, we like the fun vibe of this video.
Much Love
Holly and Jerrod
Acadian Adventures
I am like....where have I seen this guy poping out of the hatch? What I surprise, my favorite RV Geeks. I love surprises!!!
You never know where we'll sneak up next. 😁
I've been looking forward to this, at least since the RV Geeks mentioned in one of their videos a while back that they joined your crew for the transit.
Nikki is indeed "glass half full" and gets better looking with each video! Continued success and fair winds!
The best, so far, Panama Canal transit preparation description! Thanks for charing!
I meant the best of all, Sorry about my english!
We knew what you meant. No worries and thanks for watching!
This video is an example of one of the really great things that you do....giving excellent information to fellow cruisers. This passage thru these locks is something I've been hoping to learn from your first-hand lock series reports. Right now I am still leaning toward sailing around the bottom of Argentina/Chile. Thank you for more of what's coming.....
Awesome seeing you, Mom and RV Geeks. Can't wait to see the transit. Cool sneaky introduction of line handlers doing the checklist. Stay safe and see you on the next video. 😉⛵
You know, you can go to any Marina around the canal, at the Colon end there is one by the old JOTC base, jungle operations training center, the old jungle warfare school for the U.S., you can still see the old barracks and movie theatre from the marina, and post a request for line handlers, and tourists will do it for free, just supply the meals, and they get a first hand look at the canal, I did it myself, had a blast! I didn't realize where the marina was, till I saw the old barracks, went through that school when I was 18, in the 82nd Airborne, in 1977. Colon can be a very rough place. Love your videos! Went to visit a friend in Panama for a week in 2011, stayed for 3 months! Portobelo was very interesting. Have a great day!
"Super Simple"? You guys are great, for me that would not be simple. You have gotten to be proficient sailors. Wishing you smooth sailing.
You guys are gutsy as hell 👍👍
Good luck in the transit. We are enjoying your videos.....
Of course my guilt at ur great vids made me a patron...finally 😀you really do inspire us! Cheers rob & lisa olds from the Great Lakes!
Woo hoo! Start of the Panama Canal!! Love that you saved some money AND included friends/family in the crossing. One of these days, I'm going to enjoy a cruise through the canal....might have to wait until retirement...but it's gonna happen! Keep making awesome videos and sail/stay safe!
The Wynns always make it look easy !!!!!!!!!
Roger K. Davis they really are such an elegant class act for the rest of us to follow with absolutely no hope....
When you reach the Pacific ocean I hope you'll sail up the California coast and stop at Monterey and Santa Cruz. Go ashore at Santa Cruz and take a short (10 miles?) trip up to see the giant redwoods at Henry Cowell state park. You'll be impressed.
nothing half full or empty, Your cup runeth over , love the adventure
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i do not understand what you are saying , my comment was a compliment as to how they have worked very hard to build this lifestyle and are now reaping the rewards , i have nothing but admiration and respect for them and their channel
Excellent video once again! Really loving your story.
Nice of you to invite Family! Who wouldn't want too? Mom's coming! She seems like a fun lady from other video.Had to have the Panama Hat on of coarse!
The Family topic was Halarious... Especially The I Love You Mom... LOL...
I have been watching you and your adventures for years, Started with thr motorcoach as my wife and I also like to explore in our coach, We hope to get a boat someday, just wanted you to know how much I enjoy your vidwos😎
Lots of great info here. We are starting to sort out our details for our canal crossing so we very much appreciate all the info in the vids and on your blog. Happy Travels!
Fair winds and safe sailing
Jason - You're Spanish is pretty good. Nice accent!
One of your more informative vids. Thanks!
I adore that you two are always thinking! If we have to do a, than lets include family and friends! Great idea!!!!
How cute! Jason has his moms laugh!
Most of the other sailing channels have skipped the agents as well. Good on ya
Super interesting, alway enjoy your video's. Thanks!!
Fantastic information guys and excellent Vlog will be going through the Panama Canal ourselves next year.
Wow, what an exciting journey. Thanks for taking us along! Love you guys!
Y'all are each other half (empty/full) glass. ❤ Safe sailing. ❤⛵❤
A man, a plan, a canal, Panama!
Great video! Wishing you the best of luck!
Can't wait until the next vid.
You guys are so much fun! Godspeed
Great video guys. Nikki I have to say you keep your galley tidy and ship shape. Im tracking you on the AIS and see you are way beyond the canal today.
Steve Richardson what info do I need to track the vessel? And where are they at the moment?
Join them on Patreon! patreon.com/the_wynns :)
+Zakhil Mehta One easy way to track us is on the blog. www.gonewiththewynns.com There's a map at the bottom of every page that will show you where we are. Or you can download a ship tracking app (there are several free ones) and search for us. Sailing vessel Curiosity, home port Dallas, TX
Thanks for sharing, Safe travels.⛵🐾
Wow, I wonder how sailing and smaller motor yachts got through the canal back before the high tech gadgets came along. Especially communications and GPS navigation. Two way radios? Carrier pigeons? Smoke signals?
Maybe radioactive smoking Carrier pigeons?? Ha! Good ? though!! Then again how did any of us survive without having telephones/The internet in our pockets everyday!? Somethings ??? are better left unanswered. Ha! :)
Wow. Interesting. Can hardly wait for the passage.
The bird fishing @5:11
RV Geeks love them, the things you do in the ocean still make me a bit nervous.. much respect
Glad you guys are having so much fun and luck with the ''learning curve'', got to start somewhere and what a grand adventure you're on. Please consider an option of a intro to your videos...one that stays on every post this is just a suggestion only because you have aquired so many subscribers it may be time to shine up your channel a bit, a set intro leading into your videos will set you apart from other youtube channels. Love watching you just want to see you grow bigger and watch the fun.
Strong winds, calm seas and safe passage.
You guys are great!!!!!!! I love your channel. That you for sharing your experience.
Thank you for all the helpful information. I have been trying to find info on transiting it in 9 months and your video was soo helpful!
The ending was reminiscent of The Waltons, in Spanish! 8-)
Bueno's Noches juan boy!
More video shout-outs to the ‘line handlers’ who spent multiple times your savings providing their support.
Always sailed mom Hulls but yours looks like so much fun! Break out the Wallet!
Made my Sunday. Thank you for posting. Love your videos
that bird got the fish right @ 5:09
Great information and video as usual; I know you are already on the Pacific side hope it was a pleasant passage through the Canal.
You guys are super organised, it's great!
Great video! can't wait for the Pacific crossing... good luck
We plan on winter place safe In AZ and second summer home as far as we can get! Cheers and super inspired love u both
I didn't know they made zip-lock bags that big at 2:18!!😄😄
The measuring people so detailed Jason lol.
Been waiting for this for a long time :)
Peter, John, and Mary weren't they a band of the 60' aria LOL Oh that was Peter, Paul, and Mary
We're gonna get John to change his name so we can do a tribute band! LOL Oh... we'll have to learn to play instruments and learn to sing, too. ;-)
Love it guys :) Thanks for taking us along! - Shane
Captain you need to station Jason in the crows nest for best tanker navigation.
You can usually hail on the VHF radio and get other cruisers to line handle for ya for free.(I give em 50 bucks each on deliveries)
Wow, Your mom looks so young!
Such great learning tips. Thanks for sharing all the details of the experience ... cheers from 🇨🇦
Awesome video as usual. Thanks
This is much better and clearer information that I've seen before from only one other video that I saw. The other video was Zingaro. They said that they did it the absolutely cheapest way possible but it seems as though you've done that as well but it sounds much easier the way you explained it than them and that's due to calling the boat measuring people that I assume was free. Nice job! Was there anything that you could have done to make it even less expensive? I did hear that you had to have certain dimeter lines and I think that was one inch. Is that true?