I always dreamed of having a sailboat. fate kept getting in the way. Now I am 73 and sad that I missed out. This video awakens what was in my heart. Thank you.
Europe has far less regulation than here in Australia. If I try to camp in a boat here, I have to be moored to a licenced mooring or marina or an official campsite that happens to have a beach... Nanny state down here. Hey ho - great video.
@@DougieL Yes, but have you watched (Sailing Kate Louise) there is a group that go out together dinghy cruising. They might be able help you find what you are looking for. They are based in Australia, hopefully that helps. Cheers
Roger, I’m so happy to tell you that my wife gave me sailing lessons for Christmas... It was because I couldn’t stop watching your videos. You have inspired me and she has seen it. I can barely wait for warm weather. Texas
I used to have a 22' yacht. One weekend I decided to take my 12' Tinker Traveller sailing dinghy for a trip on the Deben from Woodbridge down to the sea and back again - a round trip of about 18 miles. This 6 hour trip was the most memorable and enjoyable sail of the whole season for all the reasons that you state. You get as close as possible to the elements and everything is wonderfully simple.
That's a long wet (but safe) trip in a traveller. I've just bought one of the last made but haven't had chance to sail it yet. But with even a small motor on it flies !
I too have this need deep inside to spend days out in my 16’ sailboat. Where I grew up was in British Columbia living in a float camp. Only boats to get from one place to another. Starting at 5 I was allowed to take the rowboat out any time I wanted to. When I rowed 5 miles to see my cousins it was frowned on. I couldn’t use the rowboat for two weeks. As a kid rowing along the shore or straight across the inlet was my only source of adventure and exploring my world. Your videos make me feel there is a world out there I belong to. Thanks.
I'm not a dinghy sailor (well I was back in the 80's). I have a touring kayak and have wild camped on islands etc. I totally agree with the idea of getting back to basics. Time spent in nature has been proved to have enormous benefits in terms of mental health and of course being physically active is good in itself. You and your boat seem to be the perfect match.
Why the negative comments?? I sail Lake Michigan. Hundreds of miles of beautiful places in Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Superior, Lake Erie, and Lake Ontario. You have lovely places to sail and explore as do we.
I've never owned a lovely old boat like this one. But I've been sailing - and owning, on and off - sailboats for 30 years. My favorite was an Etap 22, which over the course of years we sailed throughout the Stockholm archipelago. It was nearly all fun, and only a very small dose of work. But because we usually have to dream bigger, and I had always dreamed of crossing oceans, I "upgraded" from that to a 46' ocean-going Amel ketch. Suddenly I was a full-time mechanic, hardly a sailor. When you own a boat like that it's like the story about painting the Golden Gate Bridge. You are never done with the jobs list. Never. We cruised her for a year, through the Med and over the Atlantic. But I have to say the sense when I finally walked away from her on the pontoon, on the day of sale, was one of overwhelming relief. These days I'm into ultralight backpacking, and there's certainly a connection there: all of the adventure, none of the weight. If I were ever to return to sailing, it would probably be to do something similar to what Roger is doing above. It looks like a balm.
Dodger your living the dream, you have found what many people search for their whole lives and never find, namely Enlightenment, simply enjoying your life.
Roger, your videos enable me to survive the winter far from Douarnenez and the Rade de Brest here in the north of Germany. Thank You so much for sharing them!
The artistry of your Ilur against the backdrop of the wrecked wooden work boats is striking Roger. Everything is so simple and beautiful. Your icy blue eyes are striking too and can't remember seeing those before. Always something new. We had our first day over freezing this weekend and are getting our ten footer ready for the big shakedown. We sewed a tent and cushions over the winter! Thank you always Roger.
A lovely presentation that authentically captures the spirit of small boat cruising. Less junk, more journey. As the Vikings used to say, "essential or excess". 5 stars and two thumbs up.
Roger, you have totally inspired me. THANK YOU. I've bought the best dinghy I can afford for 1k and equipped it for dinghy cruising and camping. A Laser 13... 136kg so manageable and far more affordable than many alternatives (I would love an Illur and maybe, when my boat comes in.... :-) ) I'll start with anchoring/ mooring, going ashore in my inflatable, or drying for the night. This allows me to use the camp kit I have until I can make a boom tent and rig a bunk in the cockpit. I've bought the bits for impeder, mooring cleats and anchor fairleads, anchors, chain, rode, mooring lines, Drybags, fenders, 3m (!) oars ... I did the calculation... and rigged a sculling oarlock on the outboard bracket.... can't wait to try it! Drysuit, boots, buoyancy aid, reefing, preparing to get going from my new place at Cargreen Yacht Club in the Tamar. Not sailed there before but I hope the rivers and Plymouth sound will be a good training adventure ground this year. Brest and Morbihan in 2025!
I have Roger's book and now started watching the films. A wonderful inspiration to finish building the shellback dinghy, inherited from my father and languishing in my garage for far too long now.
Thank you, Roger, for your beautiful video explaining how we feel feel about our little adventures. I forwarded your video to my son and also to my wife. Perhaps it will help them to understand. I hope you get many, many more years to enjoy your adventures.
Thanks Roger. Just what we all need to cheer us up in lockdown. Must take a huge amount of editting. Even so, how can we tempt you to make these more frequently? Or perhaps you would consider a weekly q and a? Or Roger Barnes' week in lockdown?
Cathartic and timeless in the wisdom of experience. I've been missing Roger's videos thru the winter. The RYA is missing a trick by not sponsoring Roger as a sailing ambassador. Or a TV series but don't change, don't compromise your qualities and ethos.
I have childhood memories of happy days with my dad in our dinghy, just like yours. I now have a kayak which I keep in the boot of my car. It's a life for the body and soul.
Did trailer sailing holidays as a kid with my parents and now do the same with my kids. I know the kids will remember the holidays away in the boat till the day they die. Great sport , hobby and holiday adventure all in one.
Always a good reminder of what can be done in a small boat. Thanks for the ideas and inspiration for me to get out exploring the waterways in my Wayfarer!
You truly inspire me. Enjoy things in a small fashion. The smaller vessel, the greater adventure, sort of. You do not have to cross oceans in a big ship, you can enjoy yourself by crossing a big lake in a small vessel. Close to nature. Here. Now.
Thank you so much Roger, I've watched your videos for some time now, working up the confidence to take the leap into dinghy crusing! You're a constant inspiration to me, I can't wait to spend my first night floating beneath canvas, truly enjoying the nature and the freedom. Keep up the great work and thank you again for the videos.
I just turned 50 yesterday. I completed level 1 RYA recently, level 2 next week. I have bought a Graduate and just collected a combi road trailer that will take a 14 foot. By summer next year I will have some skills, then I shall buy something more cruise-ey that me and my 10 year old can actually sleep in, then I'm doing THIS. Inspired.
Another vision into the essence of small boat cruising. Roger, we love these thoughtful, contemplative videos. Genuine inspiration for our adventures. Thank you sir.
lovely video Roger. love the music,it touches your soul and you speak your truth with clarity and conviction . I cannot wait to see more videos from you .
This is Alpine style cruising. Very happy to watch your nice video tonight. I loved the way you speak peacefully, so easy to understand. I'm Didier a friend of your well known friend Didier.
An old boatman once told me...." the bigger the boat, the less you use it".
I've never forgotten that adage..
Certainly true in my parents case .
I always dreamed of having a sailboat. fate kept getting in the way. Now I am 73 and sad that I missed out. This video awakens what was in my heart. Thank you.
Truth
"A boat like this would suit a great many people who end up buying something much larger and more complicated." well said. Indeed!
Europe has far less regulation than here in Australia. If I try to camp in a boat here, I have to be moored to a licenced mooring or marina or an official campsite that happens to have a beach... Nanny state down here. Hey ho - great video.
@@DougieL Yes, but have you watched (Sailing Kate Louise) there is a group that go out together dinghy cruising. They might be able help you find what you are looking for. They are based in Australia, hopefully that helps. Cheers
@@timothymclaughlin6635 Wow, thank you so much; I will check them out!
Rogers video’s are like chicken soup for my soul. I love his ability to make me want to dream the adventures, that I once only got from backpacking.
Roger, I’m so happy to tell you that my wife gave me sailing lessons for Christmas... It was because I couldn’t stop watching your videos. You have inspired me and she has seen it. I can barely wait for warm weather. Texas
You won't look back, boating changes your life forever & for the better.
Updates?
Dying for warm weather here in Oklahoma. I’ve sailed since I was 8 years old (26 now), and I’ve never done an over nighter. This is the year.
Cool.
How were the lessons jeff?
I used to have a 22' yacht. One weekend I decided to take my 12' Tinker Traveller sailing dinghy for a trip on the Deben from Woodbridge down to the sea and back again - a round trip of about 18 miles. This 6 hour trip was the most memorable and enjoyable sail of the whole season for all the reasons that you state. You get as close as possible to the elements and everything is wonderfully simple.
The orwell and stour are nice sails too
That's a long wet (but safe) trip in a traveller. I've just bought one of the last made but haven't had chance to sail it yet. But with even a small motor on it flies !
I too have this need deep inside to spend days out in my 16’ sailboat. Where I grew up was in British Columbia living in a float camp. Only boats to get from one place to another. Starting at 5 I was allowed to take the rowboat out any time I wanted to. When I rowed 5 miles to see my cousins it was frowned on. I couldn’t use the rowboat for two weeks.
As a kid rowing along the shore or straight across the inlet was my only source of adventure and exploring my world.
Your videos make me feel there is a world out there I belong to.
Thanks.
Wise words Roger, thank you.
I'm not a dinghy sailor (well I was back in the 80's). I have a touring kayak and have wild camped on islands etc. I totally agree with the idea of getting back to basics. Time spent in nature has been proved to have enormous benefits in terms of mental health and of course being physically active is good in itself. You and your boat seem to be the perfect match.
Thank you, Roger. Haven't seen you for ages. Hope you are well.
It is spring and the water is calling all of us out!
What a beautiful video Mr. Barnes, hello from the fresh water sea of the Great Lakes.
really Anne Dwyer?
"Salt water, spring tides and sunshine trumps any pond Annie"
Why the negative comments?? I sail Lake Michigan. Hundreds of miles of beautiful places in Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Superior, Lake Erie, and Lake Ontario. You have lovely places to sail and explore as do we.
@@t555p So true! 1555p. My heart is with the Mackinac Straits, but I love the entire Great Lakes system. Maybe I'll see you out there some time.
@@t555p t555p...
I've never owned a lovely old boat like this one. But I've been sailing - and owning, on and off - sailboats for 30 years. My favorite was an Etap 22, which over the course of years we sailed throughout the Stockholm archipelago. It was nearly all fun, and only a very small dose of work. But because we usually have to dream bigger, and I had always dreamed of crossing oceans, I "upgraded" from that to a 46' ocean-going Amel ketch. Suddenly I was a full-time mechanic, hardly a sailor. When you own a boat like that it's like the story about painting the Golden Gate Bridge. You are never done with the jobs list. Never. We cruised her for a year, through the Med and over the Atlantic. But I have to say the sense when I finally walked away from her on the pontoon, on the day of sale, was one of overwhelming relief. These days I'm into ultralight backpacking, and there's certainly a connection there: all of the adventure, none of the weight. If I were ever to return to sailing, it would probably be to do something similar to what Roger is doing above. It looks like a balm.
Not all that old. Built in 1994.
... the boat. Not me!
Ahhhhhhhhhhhh,,moments of serenity in a world of madness.. Proper job!
Love to see videos of simple, wise people enjoying themselves and loving life for what it is.
So true! I actually feel I have not been sailing enough this year.
Dodger your living the dream, you have found what many people search for their whole lives and never find, namely Enlightenment, simply enjoying your life.
That's as good a summation of the cruiser dinghy experience as I've heard. Your videos are so engaging and beautifully shot. Thank you.
Roger this is probably one of your best videos a real balance of what sort of adventures a person can have on a small boat .
I was a sailor for 12 years, but nothing compared to you, your boat is fantastic!!!!
Thank you Roger. A great film for a Sunday afternoon! I had seen your article in the RYA magazine so this is the perfect accompaniment.
His book is a good read too, if you haven't got it already.
I fully agree. Simplicity is a wondeful thing.
Nothing to add! Thank you Roger.., take care & please stay healthy, Kai from Northern Gemany
Love your videos roger, they are like a lullaby for me.
Yes , when I feel that way I play the one on the Thames
Roger, your videos enable me to survive the winter far from Douarnenez and the Rade de Brest here in the north of Germany. Thank You so much for sharing them!
Happy to see you back Roger.
Thanks Roger for reinforcing the virtues of dinghy cruising. Cheers and happy cruising adventures.
It is always so good to hear from Rodger and sometimes he is very poetic.
The artistry of your Ilur against the backdrop of the wrecked wooden work boats is striking Roger. Everything is so simple and beautiful. Your icy blue eyes are striking too and can't remember seeing those before. Always something new. We had our first day over freezing this weekend and are getting our ten footer ready for the big shakedown. We sewed a tent and cushions over the winter! Thank you always Roger.
A Roger Barnes video....at last! Excellent!
Another wonderfully “slow” film, Roger. Perfect!
Thank you Matt
What an idyllic way to camp and sail, beautiful video as always
Roger, I totally understand your approach towards sailing. Highest respect for your attitude and promotion of 'down to earth' living.
I try. I try.
Once again Roger, you have us hooked. Just need to get started! Many thanks and keep safe.
Great seeing another excellent video. Thanks for sharing. Cheers 🍻!!
I'm looking forward to building my own ilur, all because of these videos from you Roger. Thank you for another video
i'm planning to build one too...although i want to adapt the design a little bit
Thank you!! Your video is a true gift for wandering souls like me.
Great to see you again Roger. Very touching video. Thank you, your videos are a great escape from the everyday.
Thanks Roger people like you are just so so inspiring to me!!! 🙂🙃🙂
Beautiful, simple sailing. Superb.
Briliant as usual Roger - thank you so much for giving us these lovely reports.
Good to have you back aboard Roger!⛵
What a lovely video, all your videos are lovely, simple and wise! Thank you Roger huppy to see you back.
Thanks Roger, a enchanted life is the economy with which you accomplish the challenges to operate independently in your environment.
A lovely presentation that authentically captures the spirit of small boat cruising. Less junk, more journey. As the Vikings used to say, "essential or excess". 5 stars and two thumbs up.
Thank you Roger. Here Down Under in Queensland, the heat of summer gives way to our cooler winter warm sunny sailing with blue skies.
Roger, you have totally inspired me. THANK YOU. I've bought the best dinghy I can afford for 1k and equipped it for dinghy cruising and camping. A Laser 13... 136kg so manageable and far more affordable than many alternatives (I would love an Illur and maybe, when my boat comes in.... :-) ) I'll start with anchoring/ mooring, going ashore in my inflatable, or drying for the night. This allows me to use the camp kit I have until I can make a boom tent and rig a bunk in the cockpit. I've bought the bits for impeder, mooring cleats and anchor fairleads, anchors, chain, rode, mooring lines, Drybags, fenders, 3m (!) oars ... I did the calculation...
and rigged a sculling oarlock on the outboard bracket.... can't wait to try it! Drysuit, boots, buoyancy aid, reefing, preparing to get going from my new place at Cargreen Yacht Club in the Tamar. Not sailed there before but I hope the rivers and Plymouth sound will be a good training adventure ground this year. Brest and Morbihan in 2025!
Great Video and inspiring dialogue Roger. Thank You. I miss Brittany and can't wait to get back.
What a wonderful film, Roger! Thank you.
Thank you
Nice to see you back again, really enjoy your videos.
Thanks
I have Roger's book and now started watching the films. A wonderful inspiration to finish building the shellback dinghy, inherited from my father and languishing in my garage for far too long now.
Thank you, Roger, for your beautiful video explaining how we feel feel about our little adventures. I forwarded your video to my son and also to my wife. Perhaps it will help them to understand.
I hope you get many, many more years to enjoy your adventures.
Thanks Roger. Just what we all need to cheer us up in lockdown. Must take a huge amount of editting. Even so, how can we tempt you to make these more frequently? Or perhaps you would consider a weekly q and a? Or Roger Barnes' week in lockdown?
Cathartic and timeless in the wisdom of experience. I've been missing Roger's videos thru the winter.
The RYA is missing a trick by not sponsoring Roger as a sailing ambassador.
Or a TV series but don't change, don't compromise your qualities and ethos.
I was asked to do a number of dinghy talks and also be in two French sailing films, hence the lack of my own filming this year. I do have to work too!
Once you've seen one cruising channel you've see em all.... Well until now. Subscribed!
I do try to be different. There again, there are big gaps between my videos.
Happy to se you Back. You are absolutely right, GO SMALL, GO NOW.
Hi roger am just in the process of building an illur. Misainer loving the build ,can’t wait to get in the water thanks for the inspiration
Thanks Roger - with your encouragement and the leisure of lockdown, my boat is now tip-top and raring to go ...
An Ode to the joy of freedom, nature and simplicity. Thank you so much for sharing this with us! :-)
All this and more in your book, thanks Roger
Lovely video Roger
I cannot wait to get back in my dinghy and start camping and cruising, that was so inspirational.
Many thanks.
Wonderful as always Roger. Thank you.
Thankyou Roger.
Im finaly selling my yatch.
Lovely as she is , i want less to worry about.
More to laugh at.
Fabulous, just what we need Roger :-)
This is why I love my Wayfarer so much, so simple and easy, and inexpensive!
Lovely Roger .
I have childhood memories of happy days with my dad in our dinghy, just like yours. I now have a kayak which I keep in the boot of my car. It's a life for the body and soul.
Thank you Roger. Fantastic video! You have me all primed for the water this year. It's really good to hear from you again.
Another lovely boating image you’ve conjured up Roger. Especially at this time
Did trailer sailing holidays as a kid with my parents and now do the same with my kids. I know the kids will remember the holidays away in the boat till the day they die. Great sport , hobby and holiday adventure all in one.
So good to see you again Roger, I always enjoy your videos.
Wonderful, Roger. Thank you.
wonderfull video Roger,what a joy.
Really enjoyed this video Roger, and your philosophy on dinghy Cruising and its simple delights, Paul
Brilliant Roger, thank you.
Always a good reminder of what can be done in a small boat. Thanks for the ideas and inspiration for me to get out exploring the waterways in my Wayfarer!
This is a beautiful video and a wonderful glimpse at cruising/camping in a dinghy. Thanks Roger!
You truly inspire me. Enjoy things in a small fashion. The smaller vessel, the greater adventure, sort of. You do not have to cross oceans in a big ship, you can enjoy yourself by crossing a big lake in a small vessel. Close to nature. Here. Now.
Thank you so much Roger, I've watched your videos for some time now, working up the confidence to take the leap into dinghy crusing! You're a constant inspiration to me, I can't wait to spend my first night floating beneath canvas, truly enjoying the nature and the freedom. Keep up the great work and thank you again for the videos.
Thanks Roger for keeping me inspired particularly during the Pandemic
Simply Amazing!!!!!! Thank you for your videos!
Missed you already and what a pleasant sign to see you well and sailing again in these turbulent times!
Thanks Rodger for your inspirational videos, I like them so much I just bought your book.
Lovely restorative vid., I especially enjoyed the swan swanning at 2.04. Thanks Roger.
Excellent video. Possibly the most relaxing story I've seen in ages. Lots of life advice chucked in as well. Can't go wrong. I really wanna boat now.
Glad you enjoyed it
I just turned 50 yesterday. I completed level 1 RYA recently, level 2 next week. I have bought a Graduate and just collected a combi road trailer that will take a 14 foot. By summer next year I will have some skills, then I shall buy something more cruise-ey that me and my 10 year old can actually sleep in, then I'm doing THIS. Inspired.
Another vision into the essence of small boat cruising. Roger, we love these thoughtful, contemplative videos. Genuine inspiration for our adventures. Thank you sir.
I like the analogies - I have come from wild camping to your videos. Have got the boat chosen and just got your book - looking forward to reading it.
Well done Roger, enjoyed this.
Wow! Great video! One of your best! Makes me want to go out sailing right now!
Hugely inspiring.Thank you.
Spring seems to have sprung...
Hello sir, and have an enthralling 2021.
Brilliantly done with the camera work. Lots of setting up and time. Thanks Roger.
outstanding as always - a real tonic - thank you
lovely video Roger. love the music,it touches your soul and you speak your truth with clarity and conviction . I cannot wait to see more videos from you .
This is Alpine style cruising. Very happy to watch your nice video tonight. I loved the way you speak peacefully, so easy to understand. I'm Didier a friend of your well known friend Didier.
Thank you, Didier! 😃
Beautiful in so many ways. Very inspiring!
A beautiful change from the constant "tropical hatching" sailing channels , well done.
Yes. I want my channel to be about ordinary sailing. Thanks Roon.
Lovely Roger, thank you.
Lovely boat, lovely film.
Nice cruise, glad to see you out and about! Best to Sally.
I just picked up a 14 foot dinghy, and I am really connecting with your message here - Thank you for the inspiration!
Jeff in San Diego, CA USA.
I've rediscovered my Dad's dinghy. Thanks for the inspiration!
You continue to create videos that are pleasurable and thoughtful. Small boats are truly magical. Thank you for your videos. Well done.