Single-Handed Sailing “Downeast” Maine

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  • @tommac9578
    @tommac9578 4 роки тому +93

    You have a great channel because you are doing it all yourself. You have not sold out to high priced sponsors, with their trade mark garments, flashy deck gear or state of the art engine or boat. Sorry, I'm just a small sailboat person and appreciate those who make it on their own. Tom

  • @mullarky
    @mullarky 4 роки тому +81

    with all the chaos in 2020, this guy's got life figured out. well done sir

  • @daneulekowski929
    @daneulekowski929 4 роки тому +18

    Sam solo's to Hawaii, provisions a bottle of whiskey and some spagettio"s . After another few thousand nautical miles finds out about minute rice. This guy is a hero to people who live simple lives and don't care what others think. Cheers Sam

  • @lindabeaman5889
    @lindabeaman5889 4 роки тому +37

    Sammo, I am soooo excited for you! You are amazing! FYI, I raised your momma on Minute Rice. All I ever used... until I met Pop Pop...boy, did our rice selections ever changed! But, for your swinging cook stove, Minute Rice is the way to go! Love you.....Grams

    • @samholmessailing
      @samholmessailing  4 роки тому +11

      Thanks grams. The minute rice thing has blown my mind. Apparently my dad was dead set on denying me it but i have seen the light! Lol

    • @mammaholmes
      @mammaholmes 4 роки тому +10

      Now Dad is preemptively warning him about the evils of Miracle Whip just in case Sam hears about that too.... And then there was a discussion about whether or not velveeta is really cheese

    • @BottyGuy
      @BottyGuy 4 роки тому +5

      @@mammaholmes minute rice and miracle whip both suck.

    • @ninline2000
      @ninline2000 4 роки тому +4

      @@mammaholmes No discussion on Velveeta. It's not cheese. Not even close.

  • @hermitoldguy6312
    @hermitoldguy6312 4 роки тому +29

    Good luck with the surgery, Sam. :)

    • @earthangel8730
      @earthangel8730 4 роки тому +3

      Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery. We care about you 💙

    • @johntchb
      @johntchb 4 роки тому +1

      Has Sam had an accident?

    • @hermitoldguy6312
      @hermitoldguy6312 4 роки тому +1

      @@johntchb Not an accident - so far as i know. He's had some tummy trouble that he's recovering from.

    • @johntchb
      @johntchb 4 роки тому +1

      Hope your back feeling fine as soon as.

  • @kelseyk8752
    @kelseyk8752 4 роки тому +43

    I hadn't heard of Delos until you mentioned it. I checked out a few videos, and that whole operation is totally insufferable. True for most sailing videos/people it seems. But, I can't stop watching your adventures, Sam! There is something special about your approach and your outlook and the purity of it all. Don't stray from that, no matter how sweet the swag may be. All the best, Kelsey.

    • @earthangel8730
      @earthangel8730 4 роки тому +7

      Agree. I too prefer solo sailing or couples only. No kids or dogs. No babies especially.

    • @RobertDizzo
      @RobertDizzo 4 роки тому +7

      I agree. I can't watch the big, popular sailing channels. I watch a handful of solo sailers as that's what I'll be doing and can relate more.

    • @brucebyrnes125
      @brucebyrnes125 4 роки тому +11

      Can’t disagree more. Delos is great.

    • @nickbrown6457
      @nickbrown6457 4 роки тому +3

      @@earthangel8730 As soon as I see kids/babies on a sailing channel I switch off. Can't stand them. I don't mind dogs though.

    • @averse82
      @averse82 3 роки тому +10

      Delos is so big and popular based on their long road to get there. How about doing a little research and learning about their 10+ year journey and have remained humble and gracious. And for people who are talking about babies...Bryan and Karen had their baby after 10 years, yeah shame on them for starting a family. Delos and Sam together for a couple videos would be awesome.

  • @kman-mi7su
    @kman-mi7su 4 роки тому +6

    I'm jealous! Sam Holmes is living his best life! I wanna do that! Keep sharing it with us dude, we are all enjoying the heck out of it.

  • @mammaholmes
    @mammaholmes 4 роки тому +28

    Nice! Sorry we failed to tell you about Minute Rice. Dad was morally opposed. But at least we clued you in to cheap Raman and Kraft Mac

    • @dwpruitt
      @dwpruitt 4 роки тому +2

      I share dad's moral position. It's worth a better stove to have real rice.

  • @Raenman66
    @Raenman66 4 роки тому +1

    Used to live in Camden, Maine. Sailed my Pearson 26 along the Mid-Coast. The views in your vid brings back the memories. For me, the most beautiful sailing waters on the East Coast. Thanks

  • @jodyssey9921
    @jodyssey9921 4 роки тому +4

    There's an easier way to make rice. Buy an insulated thermos, one of those double walled stainless steel types. Put water and rice in a pot and bring to a boil, once it starts boiling put it in the thermos. It will cook itself from there, takes about twice as long as normal but you don't have to watch it, it won't spill and you aren't burning gas. That's what I do when hiking and bicycle touring. Works for pasta and all sorts of other things too. Don't add hot water to cold things in it, won't work that way, have to bring it all to a boil first then put in the thermos.

  • @sailingelectricgitana1286
    @sailingelectricgitana1286 4 роки тому +2

    Hi Sam, I just want to say thank you for the videos which seem to have given me some encouragement in my own sailing. I will say you make it look easier than it really is which lead me to some precarious adventures. I just sailed to Hawaii helping a friend get his boat (38ft) to Oahu...Oct. 23 - Nov. .14th. My advice to anyone thinking of crossing in fall is DON'T!!! Four of the days were terribly high winds. A mast shroud snapped during one of the bad days...our third jury rig held but we were forced to sail under jib only and had to favor our port tack to avoid stress on the mast. One day was like being in a washing machine all night. But Henrietta sends her regards...my videos on the way to youtube to share.

  • @burnsbtw4543
    @burnsbtw4543 4 роки тому +5

    deserves millions of subscribers bro, keep up the fascinating work.

  • @edsewall4904
    @edsewall4904 3 роки тому +1

    My dad's family built ships in Maine. Even though I'm in SoCal, I have a strong feeling for the beautiful state. Your video does it justice. Thanks! Enjoying your videos...

  • @brucebates1302
    @brucebates1302 4 роки тому +3

    That is some beautiful scenery up there in Maine. Will definitely add to my places I want to visit. Thanks for sharing, Sam. Safe travels to you.

  • @stevedownwind
    @stevedownwind 4 роки тому +1

    Nice Maine videos. The quick brown rice is really good too if you like it and can eat it. I keep it on my boat and mix pickled cabbage in. Makes a nice wrap with, fish, canned chicken, beans, chili, or whatever you like. You had some awesome weather. Sometimes that fog hangs around for days!

  • @jayknight850
    @jayknight850 4 роки тому +6

    Consider a fender board. They are heavy enough not to “squeeze “ out and will fall back into position. Use a hard wood for the board and 2 of the largest fender board ends. Great protection from piles and rough (commercial) docks.

  • @MrA1582000
    @MrA1582000 4 роки тому +1

    Best of luck with surgery and wishes for a swift and uneventful recovery.

  • @bradzeigler
    @bradzeigler 4 роки тому +11

    Amusing that you say "we" when talking to the camera while sailing solo. You're referring to yourself and the vessel, of course. I do the same thing when flying solo, when talking to air traffic control in the radio I catch myself saying "we" as well, lol. Great videos!

    • @povlrueger3898
      @povlrueger3898 4 роки тому +4

      Perhaps when he says we he is referring to the viewers that are remotely on the journey with him.

  • @kimberlyb5512
    @kimberlyb5512 3 роки тому +2

    I absolutely love how smart and resourceful this guy is but yet just now discovered Minute rice 🤣😍 Adorbs!

  • @M-Swede
    @M-Swede 4 роки тому +2

    Excellent video Sam. Maine is a beautiful State.

  • @giork2828
    @giork2828 2 роки тому

    1:00 tip on cooking rice: wash and rinse it a few times, soak it on tap water for an hour+, throw water away, cook on low heat for... 15 minutes?

  • @derroncook1402
    @derroncook1402 4 роки тому +50

    Sam navigates his way around the globe and doesn't know minute rice exists. 🌍😂

    • @brucebates1302
      @brucebates1302 4 роки тому +3

      Minute rice and instant mashed potatoes are the staples of life. 😄

    • @ENTTURK
      @ENTTURK 3 роки тому +1

      Wait till he discovers rice in a bag

    • @davidmeijer1645
      @davidmeijer1645 3 роки тому +1

      Alice is rolling in her grave

  • @Ash-cy7yw
    @Ash-cy7yw 4 роки тому +1

    Sam you have no fear and are truly an inspiration.

  • @gcormier04401
    @gcormier04401 4 роки тому +2

    Take our mooring in Stockton Springs if you need it on your way through. Can give you the mooring #. Fair winds!

  • @jdub6334
    @jdub6334 4 роки тому +6

    You should try to do 20 squats/push-ups every couple hours on days your sailing to keep your blood flowing good

  • @jphusta
    @jphusta 4 роки тому +1

    So sad I missed you here in Maine, the little island you swam next to Vinalhaven is right across from my in-laws place! If you ever come back look me up or stop at North Haven Oyster Co. Good luck with your operation and excited to see what you’ll be up to in the coming months! Cheers!

  • @halibut1249
    @halibut1249 4 роки тому +7

    Great coastline to explore. Glad to see your engine is working, would be good if you could get a good dingy motor---use it to scout around some of those islands. Yeah, minute rice is great and fast; you could complement it with some gravy too.

    • @samholmessailing
      @samholmessailing  4 роки тому +4

      I got a little electric trolling motor for the dinghy. Just waiting on my lithium battery from China.

  • @hmspain52
    @hmspain52 4 роки тому +1

    The lobster fishermen appreciate your care (regardless of the reason) LOL! And the drone footage? Spectacular!

  • @davidc6510
    @davidc6510 4 роки тому +2

    Great adventure Sam. Your channel may not have all the sexy bling of the big power house sailing channels but I like you style and content. Keep it up mate. Thanks for sharing! And congratz on nearly 60K subscribers!!!!!

  • @svlulalime9293
    @svlulalime9293 4 роки тому +1

    Sam you never fail to inspire. I'm gonna be joining you out there in the big blue sometime soon, I hope!

  • @robertanderson6929
    @robertanderson6929 2 роки тому

    I always cook my rice like pasta. Put in more than enough water and boil the rice until it is almost ready and just a little firm to the taste. Then poor it though a strainer which fits over your cook pot saving about an inch of water to return to the cook pot and then steam the rice dry in the strainer until it is done for the last 5 minutes or so. Works like a charm and you don't have to worry about boiling the rice dry or burning it like you do using the absorption method. And this has the added bonus of not needing to rinse your rice to remove excess starch since it gets removed with the cook water.

  • @crdorado1195
    @crdorado1195 4 роки тому +1

    Great that you're back in our tar heel state. Hope you get the boat projects done and your health care patched up, better than new!

  • @stevepolson7359
    @stevepolson7359 4 роки тому +1

    Take a look at Zarcor for locks. I ordered some companionway doors from them with the combination lock option and after a year in Mexico it still looks good.

  • @rhett7716
    @rhett7716 4 роки тому +1

    Great Video Sam. Best Wishes with the Op 🤞👍😊

  • @alecharper515
    @alecharper515 3 роки тому

    Sam comes across as a genuinely happy guy, grateful to be able to share his sailing experiences with 34k+ people (including some of the hassles that come with this... outboard problems). Inspires me to get a similar boat again. I live on one of these islands year-round.

  • @povlrueger3898
    @povlrueger3898 4 роки тому +1

    Best wishes for a speedy recovery from your surgery. You better start rethinking the head situation on your boat. Lol

  • @swilliams0079
    @swilliams0079 4 роки тому +2

    Music selection is on point on this one!

  • @Thomas-ts2gl
    @Thomas-ts2gl 4 роки тому

    Good luck with the surgery Sam... hope it works for ya.. can't wait to see the shop..

  • @robm7543
    @robm7543 4 роки тому +1

    Nice video, great report on that island! Good luck with your NC endeavors.

  • @robs715
    @robs715 4 роки тому +3

    Been waiting for this Sam!

  • @Mikenink
    @Mikenink 4 роки тому +1

    Acadia is one of my favorite places in the US. So beautiful there!

  • @rad4627
    @rad4627 4 роки тому +10

    Love your solo sailing so much better, I’m just saying, seems to be more energy filled Episodes. Seems like you come alive!!!

  • @PFCBarefoot
    @PFCBarefoot 4 роки тому

    Shout out from Chapel Hill, NC. Glad you're here. Enjoy!

  • @symphonyfarm2009
    @symphonyfarm2009 4 роки тому

    Headed to a survey on Monday - Bristol 27 with a yanmar 14 in it. 1st in board boat. On our Tanzer 22 we couldn't believe you sailed a boat one ft longer to Hawaii! - Love seeing the CD 28. Love seeing the Maine Coast - heres to riding out a winter, and boat life in the spring! Good luck with the surgery! Seems like you are in a good spot. And man what a jumping off point for someone with your skills! Rest up heal up - Point it at the Bahamas in March!

    • @samholmessailing
      @samholmessailing  4 роки тому

      Cool. Sounds like a sweet boat. An inboard yanmar is nice to have too.

  • @todmills
    @todmills 4 роки тому

    10:18 looks like Eastern Cove, Long Island. And the little harbor at 11:57, Frenchboro.

  • @spymaine89
    @spymaine89 4 роки тому +4

    NICE ASSEMBLY OF VIEWS , ENJOYED THANK YOU loved the smell of that spruce forest. northern Maine good smelly. ok just my memory..................but i still smelled it.

  • @jeaninebower5549
    @jeaninebower5549 4 роки тому

    Our family boat was built in East Boothbay Maine in 1916 at Hodgdon boat yard. It’s still there!

  • @erikpeterson836
    @erikpeterson836 4 роки тому +1

    Saw you in Oriental a couple weeks ago while I was rushing to get something before the store closed. Wanted to drop by and say hello but you were gone when I got back. Another time… Keep up the great sailing and vids.

  • @danieljones1704
    @danieljones1704 3 роки тому

    Hey Sam new to the Chanel but loving the videos so far. So cool to see you were up in Maine. I sail out of Rockland which is the closest mainland harbor to Vinalhaven. Glad you enjoyed your time. If your ever up here again and want a couple of locals to show you around I would be more then happy to!

  • @cameronetienne7531
    @cameronetienne7531 4 роки тому +1

    Hope you are doing well man - this is a crazy time - life is short - thank you for sharing - be well good sir -

  • @richmasters2982
    @richmasters2982 4 роки тому +1

    Best wishes for the surgery Sam!

  • @pejoly2
    @pejoly2 4 роки тому +1

    you were a few minutes away from Crotch Island which is a cool little island with perfectly round rocks.

  • @doomedtosail403
    @doomedtosail403 4 роки тому +8

    We probably sailed past each other!

  • @jcl_piano
    @jcl_piano 4 роки тому

    These videos are absolutely wholesome to watch. You look so figured out, and from mine and many of your subscribers', you seem to have everything figured out. Also love the shades!!! #sunprotection

  • @ronniecaptain
    @ronniecaptain 4 роки тому +1

    Weather is good now, here in Punta Gorda!!

  • @thomasgistinger1885
    @thomasgistinger1885 4 роки тому

    I spent a few days last year camping on Mt. Desert Island.. It was really beautiful and was still kinda crowded with the last of the cruise ships arriving.. My hats off to you if you hiked to the top of the mountain.. Some of the most stunning scenery I have ever seen...

    • @samholmessailing
      @samholmessailing  4 роки тому +1

      Cool. I hiked from bar harbor to mt dorr & mt Cadillac. Great hike

  • @chriswojcik8715
    @chriswojcik8715 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome vids. Took the family to Maine in July. It’s just an amazing place. Acadia Bar Harbor we were about 15 mls west of Quoddyhead lighthouse. AmaZing Places great Lobster. Cheaper than a value meal. Capt Matt in Machiasport

  • @TheKedmun
    @TheKedmun 4 роки тому

    Love the videos Sam, that coast looks stunning. Good luck with the surgery!

  • @jakejaekels7991
    @jakejaekels7991 4 роки тому +1

    I’m sure you know but, Set your rudder so boat turns into the wind to stop roll. That’s probably not the direction you want to go though.

  • @googleaccount6761
    @googleaccount6761 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the updates on your personal events Sam..hope all is well and will remain so.. until another trip...smooth sailing with the LORD moving you ever forward..GOD bless you!

  • @georgeroach7499
    @georgeroach7499 4 роки тому +1

    Really enjoyed and look forward to your videos.

  • @DevonPalmer98
    @DevonPalmer98 4 роки тому +8

    “Hurricane island” that’s a hell of a name

  • @robertATC60
    @robertATC60 3 роки тому

    Very impressed with splicing ropes!

  • @tomclause9555
    @tomclause9555 4 роки тому +1

    Good job Sam!

  • @karenk2630
    @karenk2630 3 роки тому +1

    HEY...next time in Maine stop in Five Islands wharf around the corner from Boothbay :)

  • @markb4078
    @markb4078 4 роки тому +1

    Love watching your channel very interesting

  • @_noname617
    @_noname617 4 роки тому +1

    thanks for sharing

  • @jaimeparra27
    @jaimeparra27 4 роки тому +2

    This dude is great!😎

  • @Munkeez
    @Munkeez 4 роки тому

    Great vid per usual sam. You're sailing is really inspiring.

  • @tronalpha9137
    @tronalpha9137 4 роки тому

    G'day Sam
    Thanks for your reply.
    I have found on the network,
    pvc tower bolt from indiamart, being made of plastic might be what you need.
    Gerard.

  • @bake162
    @bake162 4 роки тому

    Alaways a treat to see what you are up to.

  • @adventuresinbasicreality219

    Maine looks gorgeous

  • @kjc9trader491
    @kjc9trader491 4 роки тому

    1:08 ...LOL... You didn't know "Minute Rice" existed???? I been eating that since I was 10 ~ about 50 years ago!!!
    You Know - They got a "new" thing called Microwave Rice now (Uncle Bens flavored Rices and Organic Grains too - Near East?) that are delicious! Pop them in the microwave - in their own bag - for 90 seconds - and eat!!! Great to mix with fish, chix, beef, etc...

    • @rhett7716
      @rhett7716 4 роки тому

      No microwave onboard 🙄

  • @timburns1643
    @timburns1643 4 роки тому

    GOD SPEED ON YOUR RECOVERY FROM SURGERY SAM, SO YOU CAN GET BACK TO THE SEA AND THE GREAT VIDS...

  • @dannyash3805
    @dannyash3805 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing video! Aspirational viewing for us landlubbing schlubs. Question - what dinghy do you have? Seems like you like it?

  • @timburnett6729
    @timburnett6729 4 роки тому

    Another great post from Mr holmes

  • @mvmmotovlogmusic2815
    @mvmmotovlogmusic2815 3 роки тому

    Sam. I’m here in March 2021. Hopefully the surgery already happened and all went well.

  • @Bob8091
    @Bob8091 4 роки тому

    Nice Video Sam. Thanks.

  • @wow.sailor.
    @wow.sailor. 5 місяців тому

    Wow Sailor great episode

  • @buzzart410
    @buzzart410 4 роки тому

    great videos Sam.. hope to catch up with you on the water someday

  • @markmiller6817
    @markmiller6817 4 роки тому

    Nice post Sam , keep on doin' it .

  • @ChadShadel
    @ChadShadel 4 роки тому +1

    Love your videos bud!

  • @IanHn56
    @IanHn56 4 роки тому

    Good video. Cheers Sam.

  • @choochoodebut3059
    @choochoodebut3059 4 роки тому

    The Lobster Fishery in Maine is incredibly frustrating as they are highly regulated, Do as Sam does and give them a wide berth!

  • @observer7418
    @observer7418 4 роки тому

    i.e. Tide changes >The current is strong. I went kayaking somewhere around Camden when the tide was going out and it was like rapids!

  • @tronalpha9137
    @tronalpha9137 4 роки тому +3

    theres a brand of rice called uncle's Ben rice. The packet can go into a pot of water seald and will take around ten minites and then tear it openin to a bowl and mix with what you have and eat. Quite nice.
    Gerard.

  • @tommypetraglia4688
    @tommypetraglia4688 4 роки тому

    My friend. Another fine video.
    I am esp fond of the way you found a nice spot and stayed an extra day.
    Tho from experience I caution you... one of those nice spots may wind up holding you for many more than 2 days, esp along the granite shores of coastal Maine
    It's the lore and the beauty of coastal cruising
    But seriously dude at your age you never prepared Minute Rice? That is a must have provision for any outdoor adventuring.
    And hang your sea anchor off the stern and your main anchor 4 feet down off the bow if the swell is too much. That'll dampen the ride

  • @207matthew
    @207matthew Рік тому

    Thanks for trip Bach home!

  • @chrishachey624
    @chrishachey624 3 роки тому

    Greetings from New Brunswick Canada , not far from where this video was shot, along the Bay of Fundy we have some crazy 15M (50') tides , anyway great work I really enjoy your video's keep them coming..

  • @andycbriggs
    @andycbriggs 4 роки тому

    Those lobster pots are better market than the pots in the UK, lucky if its a coke bottle even floating above the surface here.

  • @paulmclaughlin8862
    @paulmclaughlin8862 4 роки тому

    nice shot from the forward room. your messy interior kicked my ocd hardcore lol

  • @andybelieves
    @andybelieves 4 роки тому

    Sam, I just made some doors for my Catalina and ordered a Combi Cam lock to use, I wanted a combination lock so I didn't have to keep up with a key.

    • @samholmessailing
      @samholmessailing  4 роки тому

      Thats cool. Is there a stainless version?

    • @andybelieves
      @andybelieves 4 роки тому

      @@samholmessailing Could not find any stainless models unfortunately, I purchased the black powdercoated version.

  • @svZia-Switch51
    @svZia-Switch51 4 роки тому

    DAN fenders from Denmark. You can find them on eBay for fraction of the price.

  • @mallingdave
    @mallingdave 4 роки тому +10

    Way more watchable than delos.. 👍

    • @rickwunn2850
      @rickwunn2850 4 роки тому +2

      I agree ☝️

    • @SOLDOZER
      @SOLDOZER 4 роки тому +1

      Delos is just another sailing beggar channel.

    • @jbrat1967
      @jbrat1967 4 роки тому

      @ownasaur agreed. Wind hippy is great too

    • @ninline2000
      @ninline2000 4 роки тому

      @Chuck Robinson Piling more hate on top of hate just makes you another internet coward. Easy to talk big on that keyboard punk.

    • @rickwunn2850
      @rickwunn2850 4 роки тому +1

      @ownasaur omg, those are my 2 favorite channels. But, Captain Moore(Rick) comes in third

  • @wy5708
    @wy5708 3 роки тому

    FYI those aren't fenders, those are offshore lobster buoys, that's why they have paint on them.

  • @ntxmike3705
    @ntxmike3705 4 роки тому

    Wow... how have you not heard about instant rice??? I"m glad you found it.

  • @theeaskey
    @theeaskey 4 роки тому

    Good luck with you surgery,

  • @esotericexposal3737
    @esotericexposal3737 4 роки тому

    Looks similar to Humboldt and Del Norte county’s in California but with smaller trees.

  • @geoffnewman7668
    @geoffnewman7668 3 роки тому

    Sam just figured out 1 minute rice! Unbelievable!

  • @jerrysmith3515
    @jerrysmith3515 4 роки тому +2

    Hi Sam,
    Thank you for always having an interesting video. I think you a very down to earth type guy. I am so sorry about your need for that type of surgery. You seem to be so active so I would never had guessed your situation. I hope all goes well.
    Do you consider your boat to be large enough for live aboard size? Or do you have a land base somewhere?
    Good luck,
    Happy sailing

    • @samholmessailing
      @samholmessailing  4 роки тому +3

      Thanks. Its ok to live on but im getting a work shop to have a land base because its nice to have a land base too.

    • @jerrysmith3515
      @jerrysmith3515 4 роки тому

      @@samholmessailing
      Sam I forgot to ask what size your boat is. I thought it was around 35' long but never knew the beam.

    • @rhett7716
      @rhett7716 4 роки тому +1

      Its a cape dory 28