I sent this vid to a friend that is interested in sailing saying, "It is great because it illustrates many things about sailing short handed (and even single handed as she handles tacking alone while he is below), points of sail, tacking, reefing, going on deck when it's bumpy under sail, anchoring, anchor watches, and docking. One of the best vids I've seen and with some great filming to boot. It is one I could watch repeatedly and glean info from it each time." Again, nice job!
Sailing in a racing boat teaches cruising sailors the way to seek out lifts and avoid the knocks that abound in sailing similar situations and conditions, pointing up in the bullets and then racing off with it. Seems you had a lot of leeway in those tacks, you did well. great editing and sailing.
Yep. Absolutely agreed. This is some fantastic sailing and one of the quintessential aspects of thischannel that I adore; the choice to sail over a simple motor upwind
@@KrisSanders Their conscious decision to go electric was monumental. It shaped their sailing philosophy for the rest of their time outfitting the boat and becoming better sailors in the process. Utterly fascinating process that will be invaluable to thousands of aspiring cruisers the world over. Granted as they became more popular the quality of their gear has become increasingly cutting-edge (and expensive) but they still showed a path toward doing much of the expensive refitting work yourself if you have the knack to do that kind of thing (which you should if you want to be a true sailor).
I've already known this, but this video reminded me how competent Kika is at handling the boat. Single handed, tacking in inland waterways is no joke. All while Dan is making coffee.
Not taking anything away from Kika, but when the sailing is rough all hands need to be on-deck. Dan was right, some of those tacks looked like crap. Maybe you could have pulled off the same sail in 38-39 tacks. That is also when you need some crew. You can only take so much of that type of exertion before you collapse. Someone has to keep the crew fed so they have the energy to work. The cinematography in the landscape shots was amazing. Breath taking even! Thank you!
Excellent sailing. Superb single-handed tacking, Kika. Loved the shots of Uma heeled over while cutting the white caps, some of the best Uma sailing footage I've seen. You may not want that kind of sailing every day but being challenged occasionally helps hone the skills and clear the mind. Great team work as well.
Excellent sailing? Did you see the track? They come use some sail trimming tips. You might noticed that the vang was off upwind which would’ve flattened the main. When the traveler is all the way down and the main is let out, the boom moves up an the main is fuller.
I love the way that, unlike many cruising boats overburdened with stuff and windage, Uma stays remarkably clean-lined and focused on her primary task - sailing. Great to know that when faced with a slog to windward like that the boat is up for it.
I was just thinking that this episode was a clear example of their motto, “In no hurry to go anywhere, ever.” Sure, other sailors would fire up the engine and motor in, but to what end?To get to the pizza place sooner? Who else can say that they once spent 7 hours making 42 tacks to go 13 nautical miles on the longest navigable fjord in Norway? With these two, the adventure is the journey...and the destination.
I did a miniature version of that once. It was in a small day sailer in light wind in a sound with lots of motorboats and the occasional cruise ship. We spent half an hour making 10m tacks (as to not get into the middle where cruise ships and other big boats go), and got nowhere, because of bow waves from other boats. Only when the traffic died down could we break free from the sound onto more open waters and get home. We didn't have a motor. The only alternative was to drag the boat along the shore with a long line, but the shoreline is mostly cliffs and jags in and out. Fun times.
I've tacked up a winding tiny canal, at some points almost dead into the wind. I think it was about 40 m wide at best. 6 m open sailboat. Took ages but was lot's of fun.
Clearest example**** so many earliest day commenters commenting on how Uma should be with diesel this diesel that which was according to THEIR sail/boating lifestyle. Reason why sailing forums suck mostly
Firstly an admission...we bought a couch and had three kids...and now a grandchild! However I only recently found your channel, and during the second covid lockdown here in England I have been able to experience life afloat, albeit vicariously, through your wonderful videos. So thank you so much. You seem to be such a great couple, and the cinematic quality of your filming is breathtaking.
I went back to the beginning and started to watch your old videos and Kikas accent has become less and less. It’s awesome to see how far you guys have come with your boat and adventures. It gives people like me and my fiancé who are completely refitting a 1977 $3600 boat hope that one day all the boat work will end!
"Kikas accent has become less and less." Yup... that's what happens when you travel full time for 6 years, but then one 30 min. phone call back home and the accent is right back again 😅
I have to say, of the several sailing channels I follow, you two really are the purest sailers. Part of it is the boat, the Pearson is not a hulk of a cruising boat, and you've rigged it to give you options for sail plan. Cheers.
Wow, that was sailing! The wife and I had our first charter, just the 2 of us, this summer on Lake Michigan. We were cruising along in 10 knots with full sails, and then the winds jumped to 25 continuous. I learned about "rounding up" that day, and, that night, talking with some other sailors, learned about easing the main as the first step in that situation. Watching this brought all those memories back clear as a bell.
Je me souviens que dernièrement une personne vous avait reproché de ne pas faire assez d'images de voile ...j'espère qu'elle regardera cette vidéo...et là elle sera servie. encore merci pour ces images magnifiques de très haute qualité I remember that a person recently criticized you for not taking enough pictures of sailing ... I hope she will watch this video ... and then she will be served. thank you again for these beautiful images of very high quality
Another great episode, thanks! Regarding the anchor: “Weigh anchor is a nautical term indicating the final preparation of a sea vessel for getting underway. Weighing anchor literally means raising the anchor of the vessel from the sea floor and hoisting it up to be stowed on board the vessel. At the moment when the anchor is no longer touching the sea floor, it is aweigh.”
I love the way Kika helms with those little legs wide apart to make herself more stable! Wide base and lower centre of gravity works every time. Stay safe you two. Winter is coming and the days are shortening. People may be jealous of your life-style but fail to realise that you risk everything you own every day.
You two are such fun to watch, hiking or sailing in wild conditions. I loved that sometimes the background music was being covered up by the sounds of wind and water. Kika, you are simply amazing!
I love that you actually sail... even when it's hard. In part by necessity, and in part, I'm sure, because sailing is way more rewarding than just motoring. You guys are one reason why I ditched my diesel and installed an electric motor.
These past 2 years have awakened a long lost dream of mine, sailing. We, my wife and I, have looked at lots of UA-camrs on sailboats and dingy (Roger Barnes being my introduction), you guys as a sailing couple have become our favorite people. Thank you so much for your Josie de giver and sharing your experiences, from beginning to now. We still have lots of episodes to watch but it’s a lot of fun.
Yeah, the footage, and also the story line. Hollywood has nothing on them. Really - I opened up Mission Impossible a few weeks ago and couldn't watch more than 10 minutes. It was horrible. But this channel is awesome.
Are you a racer? We race and each race starts upwind. I love sailing upwind! Fast, fun, and our J/24 points well. We race in a river, so current and skinny.
I used to think Uma had a strange helming position but I can now see how great it is for single handing! Kika made those tacks looks super easy - I have to tack from in front of the wheel which can be a bit tricky in a seaway!
I agree. I am/was of the same opinion, including the traveller across the cockpit, but Kika expertly demonstrates just how convenient it is for short-handed sailing.
Well that should definitely make the folks that wanted more sailing very happy. It was fun to watch and beautifully done. And getting to see the scenery surrounding Uma, a huge bonus.
This is one of the sailing channels that inspired me to get my own sailboat. None of those inspirering channels dealt with typical fjord sailing condition. And thats all thats awailable to me :D . I very much appreciate your showcase of this. Cheers from the Stavanger region!
I am in Chicago, IL USA, and have enjoyed binge-watching all of your steps. I always think that the last episode that I have watched is the best, but this one is truly superb. The storyline, degree of difficulty sailing, scenery, editing, and music are all captivating. I found your channel after reading the novel, Sea Wife by Amity Gage which is a gripping story about a family learning to sail and surviving at sea. Stay safe!
Nice reply, thanks Mark; especially for implicitly suggesting what sound like it’s going to be a great read (Sea Wife by Amity Gage), hoping it’s in an Audible/AudioBook (format).
So many [pause, screenshot, save-as-wallpaper] moments in this one! Many times on the passage up you guys looked like a racing team, pushing hard for the finish! Top stuff!!!
The audio quality in your vids are stunning amazing! The balance of volume when switching and fading between talking, music and ambiencesound is so incredible flawless! Professional sound editors will envy your skills. It make watching other YT`s vids annoying
Yes, Stein! Pleasantly, welcomingly addictive. Shopify has assisted in the creation of my own (personal) ‘Sailing Uma’ playlist; thus, broadening my taste in Indie, Indie music.
What an elegant, enjoyable video! This is the content that keeps me coming back: beautiful scenery of a less-traveled place, smart and kind hosts, and awesome seamanship.
Kika's face is soooo expressive... when is nervous, you can tell even if she tries to smile. GOOD JOB U GUYS. i live every situation with you. Luv this channel
This is how you get good. Tacking like this is good for the soul. Well done, reminds me of my first night sail. We were in the straits of Juan de Fouca, and had wind and tide against us for the Midnight watch. We tacked every 20 min or so, and made zero headway. But we got good at tacking. Keep it up you guys, great content, real sailing.
4 minutes into the video and I am tearing up because of your filming skills and the beautiful scenes you have captured! You guy’s nailed it with those wild scenes through the fiord!
Breathtaking. The scenery was spectacular, the adventure amazing. I just woke up, and I was exhausted just watching. Now I’ve got to go get my breakfast...at least I won’t have to wait 7 hours and 45 minutes to find it. 👍👍
One of if not the best sailing channels. You two are such likable people. Brilliant video, fantastic editing. It's been great to watch your channel the last couple of years. Surprised you are not over a million subscribers! Push the button people! Stay safe!
I went back to the beginning and started to watch your old videos and Kikas accent has become less and less. It’s awesome to see how far you guys have come with your boat and adventures. It gives people like me and my fiancé who are completely refitting a 1977 $3600 boat hope that one day all the boat work will end!
Wow. Wow and wow again. What a beautiful, amazing, thrilling, exciting professional yet humbling video this is. You two people are simply amazing. Iv thrown out my tv. Wa totally immersed in everything you were doing here. Such perfect tacks, timing, attention to the wind, depth of water.... just everything. I was there with you on every tack.. there with you for the 8 hours.. no food, just total focus and attention to get the job done, you two are amazing. Thank you so so much...!! Fair winds......👊👊
Excellent short tacking. The art is all in the timing - casting off the sheet without snagging and getting the jib pretty much sheeted home on the other side before the weight of the wind gets on it. It’s obvious watching you that you are well practised. Takes me back to many years exploring the rivers, estuaries and lochs of England, Wales and Scotland and later, here in New Zealand. Would have loved to have had self-tailing winches in those days. Happy days.
What a great passage. You two are a inspiration, you always stay calm and never panic and are always prepared. It’s nice to see someone who knows there boat and knows how to handle it. Looking forward to your next Video.
Biggest pespect for your work . Itsreally impressive how you have evoluted over time from your first videos to here. Sailing skills, video making, charisma ! Take care & keep it going saluti from Italy
Pro's you are!! 😉👍thank you for taking us along on your adventures.... it is such a pleasure for us watching!... the way that you film and put it together... thank you!! 🤗 Norway has astounding Beauty!😊🤙 I'm happy you guys found some warm nourishing food and a good beer! And, hopefully a really good night's rest after all that!
Lovely start to the Vid, amazing scenery so heartwarming. I'd love to hear how your fireplace is performing and how much driftwood your burning. Stay Safe and stay warm.
I'm so happy the wind didn't arrive at night. It shows that you have to look ahead at the weather & move well before the bad weather catches you out. Well done Uma.
Tack tack -there is a funny story at least for us. Thanks is tack in Swedish. So there can be some confusion sailing with a English crew and a polite Swedish captain. Fantastic photos/filming tack!
That was fantastic, and yes, great exercise. Kika is such a badass sailer, I love it. Man did she show some game face on docking, so funny. Thanks for taking us along guys. So cool. Love ya.
I haven't watched all your videos, but this is my favourite so far! Reminds me of sailing to get out of the Bay here on the Northeastern coast of Newfoundland. Laughed out loud when you were reviewing the distances and tacks at the end. 😂
I was part of a sailboat rental company on the Great Lakes (US) and let me tell you, a mind-blowing number of people will show up with a decent sailing resume and boasts of their sailing prowess and then call for rescue because they set off on a broad reach and can't figure out how to sail upwind to come back. Being able to go upwind despite the weather being crappy shows you really can sail. You might not want to sail in that everyday, but its good that you can. Another well-edited and great video. Thank you and keep 'em coming!
Capt. Kika outside fighting the rain, wind, and sea like a pro while Dan was inside having his coffee where it is warm and dry. Kika I hope Dan brought you a cup of coffee. Beautiful scenery, great video. Each video is amazing. Thank you for taking us along on your journey.
It's lucky both of you, sailing the monohull where can pass the canals .... so not only the ocean but mountain, land & village .. how lucky you are 👍👍👍
Beautiful and fun to watch! Thank you. Great way to get in your exercise. The saloon reno is impressive. Kudos! I eat my heart out watching the adventures of so many world sailors on youtube. The main thing holding me back is that I have no talent at repairs and maintenance. I know a lot of folks who have a world of skill and I don't understand why they don't take a year or two to travel aboard. What a way to see the world. Been to the Caribbean and Bermuda... always just days away from professional support.
What a cool passage! This is what you bought the boat for. The beauty, the excitement, the challenge, the feat. You will never forget this day. This is by far my favorite sailing video. Great job guys
It will be interesting to see where they spend their winter. Surely it's too late in the season to sail back across the English Channel and South to warmer waters?
Kika is EPIC on the single-handed section!! And the absolute concentration with the forward and reverse on the motor coming into the dock!!! Kika! You are my HERO!!! Dan!!! I kinda laughed a bit when you were at the helm on the easy downwind section but yeah, a LOT of hard sheet pulling prior to that! I haven't done much sailing. A small bit on a 26 foot day sailor and then I made a sailing rig for my canoe... and managed to get it to go UP WIND! I was so happy when that actually worked for me! Tacking like you did but up a "fiord" lake! Love your vids! You two are inspiring!
I have so enjoyed following you two. Not just the sailing, but watching the two of you enjoy your adventures in these beautiful places. Your videography is amazing in capturing these places with yourselves and Uma. Thank you for your time and effort in doing this for us to enjoy, again you capture everything wonderfully and just seems to keep getting better! 👍😎
I believe that the area you are in is the habitat for the Norwegian Blue Parrot there are many in the wild though they tend not to fly much preferring to cling to a branch and not move which makes them hard to spot. Beautiful Plumage though :)
Canada has similar sailing in the Pacific Northwest. Hope you make it there some day! It's amazing, not to be missed, too! (Northern Europe is on our bucket list ...)
A bit like the lochs of Scotland. A lot of tacking on offer in tight quarters have tested is a few times, though we have a big diesel engine to assist. I blame you guys for me buying the boat 😁
Tack, Tack, Tack and keep on tacking. That was wonderful!!! You guys rock in coordination and fun. Absolutely loved this video!!!! Kika and Dan, you are the best and very last sceen at the pizzeria, the look of Dan says it all for his feelings about Kika.
WOW, just floored by the handling and at times I lost my breath for yuz guys! But, Why am I not shocked, Ok 41 times in 10 miles and 7 hours is extreme, yet I have been in that situation!!!! That is so wild and one reason my husband almost never went sailing again!!!! How can you assure someone that it's not like that all the time when they do not go sailing on a regular basis???!!!! We were on The Adriatic in Croatia!
Typical cruisers spend more time anchored or docked or at shore than actually under way. For me anytime I get to sail and handle lines and “do stuff” is exciting. Even if it’s challenging. Uma may not be typical cruisers but you see they still stop and relax often. Never in a hurry to go anywhere is the best mantra to live by.
You guys deserve extra credit for not running the motor till the very end. You're not just adventuring on a boat, you're sailors in the most literal sense of the word. Something most youtubers don't get to claim.
Well done. You guys are a good team. I was concerned in the beginning when I saw the ballast keel swinging free, being held only by the fiberglass hull of your boat. What a fantastic job you have done. I wish you many more miles and years of great, safe sailing❤️🙂
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I sent this vid to a friend that is interested in sailing saying, "It is great because it illustrates many things about sailing short handed (and even single handed as she handles tacking alone while he is below), points of sail, tacking, reefing, going on deck when it's bumpy under sail, anchoring, anchor watches, and docking. One of the best vids I've seen and with some great filming to boot. It is one I could watch repeatedly and glean info from it each time."
Again, nice job!
Sailing in a racing boat teaches cruising sailors the way to seek out lifts and avoid the knocks that abound in sailing similar situations and conditions, pointing up in the bullets and then racing off with it. Seems you had a lot of leeway in those tacks, you did well. great editing and sailing.
8:51 is a section of her tacking solo, for reference
Yep. Absolutely agreed. This is some fantastic sailing and one of the quintessential aspects of thischannel that I adore; the choice to sail over a simple motor upwind
@@seailive You lost me with half that vocabulary. Bullets? Knocks? Lifts?
@@KrisSanders Their conscious decision to go electric was monumental. It shaped their sailing philosophy for the rest of their time outfitting the boat and becoming better sailors in the process. Utterly fascinating process that will be invaluable to thousands of aspiring cruisers the world over. Granted as they became more popular the quality of their gear has become increasingly cutting-edge (and expensive) but they still showed a path toward doing much of the expensive refitting work yourself if you have the knack to do that kind of thing (which you should if you want to be a true sailor).
I've already known this, but this video reminded me how competent Kika is at handling the boat. Single handed, tacking in inland waterways is no joke. All while Dan is making coffee.
Coffee is equally as important! 😉
@@SailingUma Clearly this is Dan responding! Haha
@@SailingUma i would say coffee is more important. Keeping alert while tacking is paramount.
Not taking anything away from Kika, but when the sailing is rough all hands need to be on-deck. Dan was right, some of those tacks looked like crap. Maybe you could have pulled off the same sail in 38-39 tacks.
That is also when you need some crew. You can only take so much of that type of exertion before you collapse. Someone has to keep the crew fed so they have the energy to work.
The cinematography in the landscape shots was amazing. Breath taking even! Thank you!
@@SailingUma Let's use proper terminology.... Coffee isn't inportant ..... IT'S MORE IMPORTANTER ......
Excellent sailing. Superb single-handed tacking, Kika. Loved the shots of Uma heeled over while cutting the white caps, some of the best Uma sailing footage I've seen. You may not want that kind of sailing every day but being challenged occasionally helps hone the skills and clear the mind. Great team work as well.
Ooooh yes !
Excellent sailing? Did you see the track? They come use some sail trimming tips. You might noticed that the vang was off upwind which would’ve flattened the main. When the traveler is all the way down and the main is let out, the boom moves up an the main is fuller.
I love the way that, unlike many cruising boats overburdened with stuff and windage, Uma stays remarkably clean-lined and focused on her primary task - sailing. Great to know that when faced with a slog to windward like that the boat is up for it.
I was just thinking that this episode was a clear example of their motto, “In no hurry to go anywhere, ever.” Sure, other sailors would fire up the engine and motor in, but to what end?To get to the pizza place sooner? Who else can say that they once spent 7 hours making 42 tacks to go 13 nautical miles on the longest navigable fjord in Norway? With these two, the adventure is the journey...and the destination.
I did a miniature version of that once. It was in a small day sailer in light wind in a sound with lots of motorboats and the occasional cruise ship. We spent half an hour making 10m tacks (as to not get into the middle where cruise ships and other big boats go), and got nowhere, because of bow waves from other boats. Only when the traffic died down could we break free from the sound onto more open waters and get home. We didn't have a motor. The only alternative was to drag the boat along the shore with a long line, but the shoreline is mostly cliffs and jags in and out. Fun times.
I've tacked up a winding tiny canal, at some points almost dead into the wind. I think it was about 40 m wide at best. 6 m open sailboat. Took ages but was lot's of fun.
Clearest example**** so many earliest day commenters commenting on how Uma should be with diesel this diesel that which was according to THEIR sail/boating lifestyle. Reason why sailing forums suck mostly
@@martijnheil8825 pp’
Well said....
lovely to see real sailing, so many people just turn on the motor upwind, respect
Oui, mucho respect. With Captain Kika at the elm, no problem ! 👍
I love your commitment to the eco life style. With respect, I envy you both. I hope to follow in your footsteps soon.
Some just hire a sailing boat to get "cute" sailing pictures then just go back to shore
Ha ha ha 😂 "Everything is walking distance, it depends on how much you want to walk" 😊🤟❤
Firstly an admission...we bought a couch and had three kids...and now a grandchild! However I only recently found your channel, and during the second covid lockdown here in England I have been able to experience life afloat, albeit vicariously, through your wonderful videos. So thank you so much. You seem to be such a great couple, and the cinematic quality of your filming is breathtaking.
I went back to the beginning and started to watch your old videos and Kikas accent has become less and less. It’s awesome to see how far you guys have come with your boat and adventures. It gives people like me and my fiancé who are completely refitting a 1977 $3600 boat hope that one day all the boat work will end!
"Kikas accent has become less and less." Yup... that's what happens when you travel full time for 6 years, but then one 30 min. phone call back home and the accent is right back again 😅
@@SailingUma Yes. I noticed that too. But after watching about half of your vids by now... I SO want to meet you guys! Maybe someday it will happen.
True, and the boat looks newer while they both look olders.
@@SailingUma where is home for u both??
Lol, one phone call back home or just a little too much drink
I have to say, of the several sailing channels I follow, you two really are the purest sailers. Part of it is the boat, the Pearson is not a hulk of a cruising boat, and you've rigged it to give you options for sail plan. Cheers.
Your filming and Editing skills have grown so much!
Cheers from Victoria 🇨🇦
Even the roughest tines are made beautiful when you are together.
Love you both and your channel rocks!
Wow, that was sailing! The wife and I had our first charter, just the 2 of us, this summer on Lake Michigan. We were cruising along in 10 knots with full sails, and then the winds jumped to 25 continuous. I learned about "rounding up" that day, and, that night, talking with some other sailors, learned about easing the main as the first step in that situation. Watching this brought all those memories back clear as a bell.
Je me souviens que dernièrement une personne vous avait reproché de ne pas faire assez d'images de voile ...j'espère qu'elle regardera cette vidéo...et là elle sera servie.
encore merci pour ces images magnifiques de très haute qualité
I remember that a person recently criticized you for not taking enough pictures of sailing ... I hope she will watch this video ... and then she will be served.
thank you again for these beautiful images of very high quality
Thank you Dan and Kika for providing an escape from reality every Thursday, I cant tell you how much i look forward to your videos each week.
Another great episode, thanks!
Regarding the anchor: “Weigh anchor is a nautical term indicating the final preparation of a sea vessel for getting underway. Weighing anchor literally means raising the anchor of the vessel from the sea floor and hoisting it up to be stowed on board the vessel. At the moment when the anchor is no longer touching the sea floor, it is aweigh.”
Yep, the anchor’s aweigh and the vessel is under way unless she’s adrift. Ha! The English language, yuv gotta love it, innit?
Seeing Dan wearing his floatation device made me happy. And the Pizzas looked delightful!
I love the way Kika helms with those little legs wide apart to make herself more stable! Wide base and lower centre of gravity works every time. Stay safe you two. Winter is coming and the days are shortening. People may be jealous of your life-style but fail to realise that you risk everything you own every day.
You two are such fun to watch, hiking or sailing in wild conditions. I loved that sometimes the background music was being covered up by the sounds of wind and water. Kika, you are simply amazing!
Best pure sailing video I’ve seen so far. Solo. Heel. Wind gusts. Waterfalls. Well done. Thank you.
I love that you actually sail... even when it's hard. In part by necessity, and in part, I'm sure, because sailing is way more rewarding than just motoring. You guys are one reason why I ditched my diesel and installed an electric motor.
These past 2 years have awakened a long lost dream of mine, sailing. We, my wife and I, have looked at lots of UA-camrs on sailboats and dingy (Roger Barnes being my introduction), you guys as a sailing couple have become our favorite people. Thank you so much for your Josie de giver and sharing your experiences, from beginning to now. We still have lots of episodes to watch but it’s a lot of fun.
I just wanted to echo what has been said in quite a few comments already, this video is brilliantly edited.
great cinematography
Yeah, the footage, and also the story line. Hollywood has nothing on them. Really - I opened up Mission Impossible a few weeks ago and couldn't watch more than 10 minutes. It was horrible. But this channel is awesome.
totally, there's a career for Dan and Kika in Exploration documentaries and then when they get bored, architecting the finest eco home ever, love 'em.
Agreed.
This is my favorite kind of sailing, but only for brief periods. Pure concentration and teamwork. Kudos on capturing it well.
Are you a racer? We race and each race starts upwind. I love sailing upwind! Fast, fun, and our J/24 points well. We race in a river, so current and skinny.
Some fab drone footage. Gives a sight you wouldn't otherwise get to see.
A sailing site with great sailing, boat handling, and wonderful background music, you two are the best
I used to think Uma had a strange helming position but I can now see how great it is for single handing! Kika made those tacks looks super easy - I have to tack from in front of the wheel which can be a bit tricky in a seaway!
I agree. I am/was of the same opinion, including the traveller across the cockpit, but Kika expertly demonstrates just how convenient it is for short-handed sailing.
Well that should definitely make the folks that wanted more sailing very happy. It was fun to watch and beautifully done. And getting to see the scenery surrounding Uma, a huge bonus.
This is one of the sailing channels that inspired me to get my own sailboat. None of those inspirering channels dealt with typical fjord sailing condition. And thats all thats awailable to me :D . I very much appreciate your showcase of this. Cheers from the Stavanger region!
Me to
I am in Chicago, IL USA, and have enjoyed binge-watching all of your steps. I always think that the last episode that I have watched is the best, but this one is truly superb. The storyline, degree of difficulty sailing, scenery, editing, and music are all captivating. I found your channel after reading the novel, Sea Wife by Amity Gage which is a gripping story about a family learning to sail and surviving at sea. Stay safe!
Nice reply, thanks Mark; especially for implicitly suggesting what sound like it’s going to be a great read (Sea Wife by Amity Gage), hoping it’s in an Audible/AudioBook (format).
@@Rickelsonnih - The novel Sea Wife is available via the Audible platform.
Such beautiful, challenging sailing. I found you entirely by accident. You are good sailors. I'm glad I found you.
So many [pause, screenshot, save-as-wallpaper] moments in this one! Many times on the passage up you guys looked like a racing team, pushing hard for the finish! Top stuff!!!
If only they could avail most of the photos at cost. 👌🏿
The audio quality in your vids are stunning amazing! The balance of volume when switching and fading between talking, music and ambiencesound is so incredible flawless! Professional sound editors will envy your skills. It make watching other YT`s vids annoying
Yes, Stein! Pleasantly, welcomingly addictive. Shopify has assisted in the creation of my own (personal) ‘Sailing Uma’ playlist; thus, broadening my taste in Indie, Indie music.
What an elegant, enjoyable video! This is the content that keeps me coming back: beautiful scenery of a less-traveled place, smart and kind hosts, and awesome seamanship.
Kika's face is soooo expressive... when is nervous, you can tell even if she tries to smile. GOOD JOB U GUYS. i live every situation with you. Luv this channel
This is how you get good. Tacking like this is good for the soul. Well done, reminds me of my first night sail. We were in the straits of Juan de Fouca, and had wind and tide against us for the Midnight watch. We tacked every 20 min or so, and made zero headway. But we got good at tacking.
Keep it up you guys, great content, real sailing.
Norway is such a beautiful place! The opening sequence was truly beautiful
Tout à fait magnifique
Those built in handles on the winches are impressive. That boat is truly a work of art
I’ve often thought that folding handles on the winches are an excellent idea. No concern about losing one by dropping it over the side.
Exactly the kind of mini adventures that got me interested in Uma. :) Great "Step"!
4 minutes into the video and I am tearing up because of your filming skills and the beautiful scenes you have captured! You guy’s nailed it with those wild scenes through the fiord!
Breathtaking. The scenery was spectacular, the adventure amazing. I just woke up, and I was exhausted just watching. Now I’ve got to go get my breakfast...at least I won’t have to wait 7 hours and 45 minutes to find it. 👍👍
One of if not the best sailing channels. You two are such likable people. Brilliant video, fantastic editing. It's been great to watch your channel the last couple of years. Surprised you are not over a million subscribers! Push the button people! Stay safe!
The opener to this video Absolutely BREATHTAKING
A sailing channel where people actually sail. Bravo.
The drone footage is amazing! I guess that towing that dingy made it even more challenging!
This is how a sailing video blog should be. Informative, interesting, entertaining etc etc. Well done and keep up the great work.
These movies I mean videos are getting good. Excellent work! Thank you so much!!!!
I went back to the beginning and started to watch your old videos and Kikas accent has become less and less. It’s awesome to see how far you guys have come with your boat and adventures. It gives people like me and my fiancé who are completely refitting a 1977 $3600 boat hope that one day all the boat work will end!
Wow. Wow and wow again. What a beautiful, amazing, thrilling, exciting professional yet humbling video this is. You two people are simply amazing. Iv thrown out my tv. Wa totally immersed in everything you were doing here. Such perfect tacks, timing, attention to the wind, depth of water.... just everything. I was there with you on every tack.. there with you for the 8 hours.. no food, just total focus and attention to get the job done, you two are amazing. Thank you so so much...!! Fair winds......👊👊
SOOO.... TACKY !!! (someone had to say it) CHEERS from Canada
Just what I was thinking.
Excellent short tacking. The art is all in the timing - casting off the sheet without snagging and getting the jib pretty much sheeted home on the other side before the weight of the wind gets on it. It’s obvious watching you that you are well practised.
Takes me back to many years exploring the rivers, estuaries and lochs of England, Wales and Scotland and later, here in New Zealand. Would have loved to have had self-tailing winches in those days. Happy days.
Skjolden is a great place! If you did not know, that red "fire" sculpture out on the tip is a supposed to portray a sankt hans bål (midsummer fire)
ah no we did not know that. Thanks :)
@@SailingUma You welcome!
The Jonsok Sculpture in Skjolden is created by Kati Casida to commemorate the bond between Norway and Norwegians who emigrated to America.
What a great passage. You two are a inspiration, you always stay calm and never panic and are always prepared. It’s nice to see someone who knows there boat and knows how to handle it.
Looking forward to your next Video.
Biggest pespect for your work . Itsreally impressive how you have evoluted over time from your first videos to here. Sailing skills, video making, charisma ! Take care & keep it going saluti from Italy
Which program do you use for video editing?
The same editing program we used since step 1... We have final Cut.
Pro's you are!! 😉👍thank you for taking us along on your adventures.... it is such a pleasure for us watching!... the way that you film and put it together... thank you!! 🤗 Norway has astounding Beauty!😊🤙 I'm happy you guys found some warm nourishing food and a good beer! And, hopefully a really good night's rest after all that!
Lovely start to the Vid, amazing scenery so heartwarming. I'd love to hear how your fireplace is performing and how much driftwood your burning.
Stay Safe and stay warm.
Excellent question!
I'm so happy the wind didn't arrive at night. It shows that you have to look ahead at the weather & move well before the bad weather catches you out. Well done Uma.
Tack tack -there is a funny story at least for us. Thanks is tack in Swedish. So there can be some confusion sailing with a English crew and a polite Swedish captain.
Fantastic photos/filming tack!
Tak is Norwegian for "thanks", so misunderstanding is possible in Norway too.
That was fantastic, and yes, great exercise. Kika is such a badass sailer, I love it. Man did she show some game face on docking, so funny.
Thanks for taking us along guys. So cool. Love ya.
I haven't watched all your videos, but this is my favourite so far! Reminds me of sailing to get out of the Bay here on the Northeastern coast of Newfoundland. Laughed out loud when you were reviewing the distances and tacks at the end. 😂
I was part of a sailboat rental company on the Great Lakes (US) and let me tell you, a mind-blowing number of people will show up with a decent sailing resume and boasts of their sailing prowess and then call for rescue because they set off on a broad reach and can't figure out how to sail upwind to come back. Being able to go upwind despite the weather being crappy shows you really can sail. You might not want to sail in that everyday, but its good that you can.
Another well-edited and great video. Thank you and keep 'em coming!
Beautiful and fun! Who the hell gives this a thumbs down?...weird.
I think there are some people who just go give thumbs down to a lot of videos just because their souls are very small.
@@jerrymiller276 bingo!
Great editing of your footage. Really gives the feel of what it takes to go to windward in a narrow passage. I was exhausted after 20 minutes.
Stunning scenery and you do it absolute justice with your camera work! Easily equal to a David Attenborough production ❤️
Capt. Kika outside fighting the rain, wind, and sea like a pro while Dan was inside having his coffee where it is warm and dry. Kika I hope Dan brought you a cup of coffee.
Beautiful scenery, great video. Each video is amazing.
Thank you for taking us along on your journey.
LOL that was one moment he was making coffee... Dan was on the decks running around like crazy, tacking with Kika the rest of the time!
The coloring, the storytelling! Damn!!!
Just wanted to say how much I have loved following your adventures. Fair winds and following seas to you both!
It's lucky both of you, sailing the monohull where can pass the canals .... so not only the ocean but mountain, land & village .. how lucky you are 👍👍👍
Fearless! Your vlog continues to be my favorite for both production quality and content. Keep up the great work.
Nothing can ever 'top' your videography & sound choice :-)
Beautiful and fun to watch! Thank you. Great way to get in your exercise. The saloon reno is impressive. Kudos! I eat my heart out watching the adventures of so many world sailors on youtube. The main thing holding me back is that I have no talent at repairs and maintenance. I know a lot of folks who have a world of skill and I don't understand why they don't take a year or two to travel aboard. What a way to see the world. Been to the Caribbean and Bermuda... always just days away from professional support.
What an amazing sail! Tiring, but exhilarating: to me, the best kind😊.
Love the Scottish Highland fold! We raise them on our farm in Michigan. Such awesome cattle! You two are outstanding!
Gorgeous filming! Thanks!
What a cool passage! This is what you bought the boat for. The beauty, the excitement, the challenge, the feat. You will never forget this day.
This is by far my favorite sailing video.
Great job guys
Skjolden is a very nice small community, beautiful location for hiking too.
Thank you for my morning nature Sail your nature footage was absolutely Beautiful loved the editing .
Try heading for the baltics, Stockholm and other cities near the baltic ocean are amazing, Estonia, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, etc.
It will be interesting to see where they spend their winter. Surely it's too late in the season to sail back across the English Channel and South to warmer waters?
@@Phyde4ux somewhere hot I think, I agree with you.
The red headed blue eyed giants will help you😘
Yes, on a tour of the seven sees, don't miss the Baltic see, and all the islands, big and small.
I am a bit biased, living in the archipelago between Sweden and Finland, but hey guys I promise, you will not regret.
Kika is EPIC on the single-handed section!! And the absolute concentration with the forward and reverse on the motor coming into the dock!!!
Kika! You are my HERO!!!
Dan!!! I kinda laughed a bit when you were at the helm on the easy downwind section but yeah, a LOT of hard sheet pulling prior to that!
I haven't done much sailing. A small bit on a 26 foot day sailor and then I made a sailing rig for my canoe... and managed to get it to go UP WIND! I was so happy when that actually worked for me! Tacking like you did but up a "fiord" lake!
Love your vids! You two are inspiring!
Gorgeous cinemaphotography and outstanding editing. Stay safe. Greetings from now-frozen Ottawa after a week of freakishly warm weather.
I have so enjoyed following you two. Not just the sailing, but watching the two of you enjoy your adventures in these beautiful places.
Your videography is amazing in capturing these places with yourselves and Uma. Thank you for your time and effort in doing this for us to enjoy, again you capture everything wonderfully and just seems to keep getting better! 👍😎
Loving the waterfall footage!
You two handle Uma expertly and she responds beautifully The three of you are a great team
I believe that the area you are in is the habitat for the Norwegian Blue Parrot there are many in the wild though they tend not to fly much preferring to cling to a branch and not move which makes them hard to spot. Beautiful Plumage though :)
Any Monty Python fans here...?
@@1biosphere88 Yup.
HELLO POLLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Glenn edwards They must be pining for the fjords...
Sometimes they nail themselves to that branch when they’re all tuckered out from a long squawk.
Very beautiful country! Thank you so much for all the time and effort you spend bring the world to us! Safe journeys!
Canada has similar sailing in the Pacific Northwest. Hope you make it there some day! It's amazing, not to be missed, too! (Northern Europe is on our bucket list ...)
A bit like the lochs of Scotland. A lot of tacking on offer in tight quarters have tested is a few times, though we have a big diesel engine to assist. I blame you guys for me buying the boat 😁
Your videos with excellent drone shots are continuing to improve. Loved the Steps 240-244. Keep up the good work.
Well, I don’t know about anyone else, but I’m exhausted! Feel like I need some of that pizza and a beer. Good job guys!
😎✌️🤙🤘😎
Tack, Tack, Tack and keep on tacking. That was wonderful!!! You guys rock in coordination and fun. Absolutely loved this video!!!! Kika and Dan, you are the best and very last sceen at the pizzeria, the look of Dan says it all for his feelings about Kika.
WOW, just floored by the handling and at times I lost my breath for yuz guys! But, Why am I not shocked, Ok 41 times in 10 miles and 7 hours is extreme, yet I have been in that situation!!!! That is so wild and one reason my husband almost never went sailing again!!!! How can you assure someone that it's not like that all the time when they do not go sailing on a regular basis???!!!! We were on The Adriatic in Croatia!
Just tell him, that's the part of the adventure. And adventures aren't always fun, while they are happening.
Typical cruisers spend more time anchored or docked or at shore than actually under way. For me anytime I get to sail and handle lines and “do stuff” is exciting. Even if it’s challenging. Uma may not be typical cruisers but you see they still stop and relax often. Never in a hurry to go anywhere is the best mantra to live by.
You guys deserve extra credit for not running the motor till the very end. You're not just adventuring on a boat, you're sailors in the most literal sense of the word. Something most youtubers don't get to claim.
My favorite line of this video, “well everything is within walking distance ,it depends how far you want to walk.”
Well done. You guys are a good team. I was concerned in the beginning when I saw the ballast keel swinging free, being held only by the fiberglass hull of your boat. What a fantastic job you have done. I wish you many more miles and years of great, safe sailing❤️🙂
Wow, you did get some exercise for sure. Good job rather tricky sail for sure.
Awesome to watch some sailing while being stuck at anchor. Thanks for making lockdown a little easier guys! Looked like an epic sail
Hello from Crete, have a nice adventure over there!!!
Kiki and Dan, Your camera work, editing & music selection just keep getting better and better. I wait for every Wednesday to watch.
Kinda reminds me of driving a manual transmission...on the hills of San Francisco...in the rain
only with a workout included!
You are correct.
There's definitely a drifting joke in there somewhere....
Its nice to see you are looking after the shop, whilst Dan makes the coffee
Great video. Beautiful waterfalls. Great trip.
+1
I know you're not supposed to sit on the couch but your videos are so high quality that I have to watch them on the tv ;)
Really impressive