10 | Crossing the Pacific Ocean on a Wooden Boat

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Жыл бұрын

We set sail on an ocean passage from Mazatlan, Mexico to Nuku Hiva in the Marquesas Islands. Sailing across an ocean has been a long-held dream for us, but we were not planning on extending this cruise so far from home. But, we realized that if we were serious about bluewater cruising, the time was right. We decided to take the leap and sail 2800 nautical miles across the open ocean, reaching the fabled south sea islands. Cruising the South Pacific is on the bucket list for any sailor, and completing this passage has been one of the most rewarding experiences we have ever done.
We left Mazatlan on March 23rd, and arrived at Nuku Hiva on April 16th, totalling 24 days and 9 hours at sea. We covered around 2900 nautical miles, used less than half our water and a fourth of our fuel. We motored 35 hours and each of us stood 73 four hour watches.
Julia is an Ingrid Ketch, designed by William Atkin and built in 1960. She is a traditional wooden boat, built of doug fir planking on oak frames. The length on deck is 37.5 ft and the waterline is 30 ft. She handled the open ocean brilliantly, it was obvious that this was exactly the type of sailing she was built for.
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@hjk3227 Жыл бұрын

My wife and I sailed from manzanillo to hiva oa in 1989 when we were in our early ‘30’s and spent 6 yrs on our adventure. Ive watched lots of ocean sailing videos, but yours really show what it’s actually like. Great video and editing! I still remember to this day seeing the green hills of hiva oa after 26 days and 3,300 nm. The extreme green almost burned our retinas and the smell of land was intoxicating. I remember arriving in atuona, hiva oa and picking up letters from friends and family from the port captain. We spent a few days reading and replying to letters, telling people to write us in care of the port captain in Papeete where we hoped to be 3 months hence. We also got off the boat and talking to someone else besides your spouse after almost a month was a good thing. We’re still married 45 yrs later and have slowly diminishing memories of our travels.

@sjd9214 Жыл бұрын

I did the exact voyage back in 1999 on my 28 foot cutter. We were so nervous for weeks leading up to the departure, but after leaving the marina in Mazatlan, our heart beats calmed down and our confidence increased daily. What an experience that year as we ended that year in New Zealand. We also were young, little money, but the best decision we ever made to just head out and cruise the world.

@BT197 Жыл бұрын

Ita

@oldsuitman7762 Жыл бұрын

what do you do at night on ocean, did you see any other ships, did you feel safe from pirates, did you sail back?

@FTS-FamilytoSea 11 ай бұрын

Sounds Amazing 🤙😊

@FTS-FamilytoSea 11 ай бұрын

Exactly what we've been told by our older boat mates. Don't wait just get out in the water and do it. Anti fouling and a paint, sort the second engine and then off we go, but we just have a certain amt of savings so may have to work at Whitsundays or somewhere on our journey with the whole family 😊😊

@johnrday2023 10 ай бұрын

Am sure many sailors have dreamed of thie and envy and congratulate you on your voyage across the Pacific . I didn't notice the time of year they set sail

@faschwank 15 күн бұрын

I'm glad you spilled champagne on the deck first. That little boat earned it.

@hangalen Жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved this journey. As a sailor, I especially appreciate the discussion of your reefing strategy, the benefits of a ketch rig, the winds, etc. The narration, pace, cinematography, that incredible boat, and both of you really add to the experience. Bravo.

@TheBoegisJak19 8 ай бұрын

Loved

@geraldarcuri9307 3 ай бұрын

Having read Patrick O'Brien's novels over and over again, I am simply amazed that two relative amateurs could accomplish this voyage. BRAVISSIMO!

@dougbates8018 Ай бұрын

Ahhhh… that deep aquamarine blue of the southern ocean when you’re out there with nothing but hundreds of miles of ocean and sky all around and the trade winds carry you to your destination in good time. Lovely video evokes many good memories for me. Glorious sailing conditions! Thank you.

@dominolastley1754 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on your passage. I did a similar passage back in 2004, but started in Puerto Vallarta, and I singlehanded the trip. It took me 30 days in a Westsail 32. It was a journey that was both magical, and occasionally terrifying. I remember smelling land a couple of days before I reached Nuku Hiva. Fair winds to you.

@TheBoegisJak19 8 ай бұрын

Congrats

@richardcrebbin7413 3 ай бұрын

Yes...smelling the land first is amazing, our crossing from the Galapagos was 23 days

@anitagude5838 10 ай бұрын

Your chosen music (between 10:14 - 12:14) featuring the cello is possibly the most perfect and appropriate music choice I've heard in a sailing video - and I've seen and listened to many. It sets a great mood for what you are portraying there. A pure delight!

@TheBoegisJak19 8 ай бұрын

Possibly

@michaelmeden9117 11 күн бұрын

I chuckled a little when the question was asked "would you do it again?" You are going to like it or not if you want to keep your boat! You must sail home! Great video, thanks for sharing.

@Sealight007 Жыл бұрын

This made my evening. Best couple sailing without a lot of stupid talk. This video is a keeper. You two are awesome.

@brantdallas4662 Жыл бұрын

My wife and I are motor vessel boaters in Alaska and I have cruised an old 34' Califorinian from Everett, WA but what you guys are doing is so beyond anything that I can imagine. Makes me want to buy a sail boat. What an adventure. Thanks for a great channel. I love your modesty, editing, music, sailing shots and scenery.

@TheBoegisJak19 8 ай бұрын

Wife

@blue81blue81 2 ай бұрын

I admire your sense of adventure. Also think you are crazy to take that small boat out on that huge wide open ocean. Glad you made it.

@trevorbyron9448 Жыл бұрын

Loved the narration, choice of music, passage and boat. Really enjoyable.Something iconic

@pocketslife8963 7 ай бұрын

Your narrating is absolutely freaking amazing, it made my eyes stay pierced to the screen the whole video, editing is out of this world, I’m so happy for u two just cruising through life and enjoying every moment ❤

@pocketslife8963 7 ай бұрын

Can’t lie I cried at the end when u said it will stand as one of the most greatest moments in your lives the waterworks stared 😢

@joveninparis7871 Жыл бұрын

The editing and storytelling is like a therapy for me . ❤❤❤

@ronkirk5099 Жыл бұрын

My longest passages during a 40,000 mile eastabout, singlehanded circumnavigation in a Chatham 33 steel, pilothouse cutter were from Saldana, S. Africa to Tonga via the S. Ocean and Tasman Sea, and later, a passage from San Diego, CA to the Falklands via Cap Horn. Without any long range communication equipment, I was totally isolated and dependent on my own capabilities and the safety of my boat to survive. Being able to fix any broken gear is an essential skill. It was a very memorable experience.

@MadisonBoatworks Жыл бұрын

That is seriously impressive!

@djangorheinhardt Жыл бұрын

Wow !!I bet that was an experience .Have you documentated the voyage in or on any medium ,eg book film ,talk etc .?

@rajuchhaba7437 8 ай бұрын

Raju chhaba house 🏡 village -deh Rajasthan mapaa in searchaa naksa

@annhooper726 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful peaceful articulate narratively presented,. A pleasure to watch. " See you when I am looking at you " Love laughter and light. Fare winds ur already there

@a1anv Жыл бұрын

Can't wait for your next video. Forget Netflix, you are the real deal! God speed, guys!

@mozdickson Жыл бұрын

Amazingly well done guys. Thanks for taking us all along.

@cambium0 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that you left in the "was it worth it part" which wasn't answered in the positive or negative, and then put it in perspective. Really gives some insight into the experience.

@normandlandry1398 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on achieving so many milestones in crossing an ocean. You two are amazing. Real sailing is hard to find, these days especially accomplishing the crossing so well on a 30 footer. I agree with Dave's comments re La Vagabonde. Keep up the good work. You are an inspiration to future sailors around the world. Thanks for sharing.

@tetreaulthank4068 Жыл бұрын

Your video was so refreshing and so appreciated so I wanted to thank you both for sharing your journey with all of us. You are a great couple and I wholeheartedly wish you two only the best for your future. Great sailing !

@hermanparisius2828 Жыл бұрын

You guys are true sailors. A pleasure to watch you.👍

@robertnixon3816 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! That video brought back so many memories that are etched in my mind forever! I did the same thing back in 1971 only from Panama. You are so right about the ketch rig at sea and its ease of use. Tons of power but easily handled! Excellent video in every way! Just makes me hungery for the next one!

@richardaber4299 Жыл бұрын

Really wonderful job putting this together. Your a class act, congratulations to you both.

@harbhajankhalsa Жыл бұрын

Having sailed the oceans 45 years ago, your presentation filled me with great nostalgia....and longing, though I had difficulty relating to the intense and dramatic music that accompanied your video. My experience, of expansiveness, aloneness but for the regular visitation of birds, silence beyond the sounds of the sea and the wind, and the puffing of the dolphins and pilot whales, was an orchestra unto itself with God the conductor.

@dennynisevic7848 4 ай бұрын

45 years ago , what, so , how old are you now, 189 😂😂😂

@hansslob6749 Жыл бұрын

It’s so brave to accomplish sure a distance, not knowing what’s ahead of you. Fantastic footage, real colors, real comments. Thanks!

@bengt_axle Жыл бұрын

Wow. What a story. After watching so many million dollar cats, with product placement, this is something special. You have realized quite an accomplishment, not only in the crossing, but putting together a nice, authentic video.

@minkusmcminkus7598 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking us with you, real folk living a dream

@jessegoodwin8190 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely enjoy your style of filming and story telling. Please enjoy your journey!

@williefaison3200 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing, and intoxicating!!! #Salute 2 both of you... Plus you sailed Julia back! I listened to every word, you and Whitney handled it like a #Boss❣

@bethanysmall9963 Жыл бұрын

If I could have a video update from you all everyday I would watch it over anything else. You two amaze me!

@joerocketgsxr Жыл бұрын

Absolutely awesome guys. Making these videos is a talent and you both have it! What a great life you have set out on. Thank you for sharing ⛵️

@relearn1 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Living on 28 ft sloop for about a year, SF Bay and I fell in love with silence. Sometimes in a light rain when traffic comes to a stop silence can be heard. When ashore, or taking a break, this man can make a living with his voice and story telling abilities.

@patrickhopkins7594 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! Thank you for so much sailing footage. Very well done, can't wait for more..

@BrentonWalkerSailing Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous boat, your Julia. Watching the water pass by the hull is mesmerising, like staring into the flames of a fire. Very well produced. Thank you for taking us along on your journey.

@alexwolf2243 Жыл бұрын

2800 miles on a sail boat you teo are an inspiration

@Alex-ui9fb Жыл бұрын

I’m so proud for the brave and strong love of guys! I support every movement! Unbelievable!

@syalutsa Жыл бұрын

One of the nicest ocean crossing videos I have watched. For fourteen years I owned a hand built 37-foot schooner and cruised the west coast of Canada. Never made an ocean crossing, even though years earlier I was one of a large group of owners of Schooner Sofia, a 125-foot sailing vessel that circumnavigated in the seventies. Thank you for sharing your voyage. My book SALT ON THE WIND tells the life story of Allen and Sharie Farrell who made the crossing to Hawaii and Fiji from Vancouver BC in 1951 on one of the largest of more than 45 wooden boats built on beaches in British Columbia. Wonderful that the dream is still alive.

@thomasbuzzi3234 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful chancing on your site! Have been on the water sailing for 60 of my 75 years. Never sailed an ocean but thought of it many, many times. Your travelogue here was a pleasure to watch and ignited once again, my own dream of a deep water sail with a boat made just for that.

@JamesMcDonald-pu6kl Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a beautifully crafted narrative, and such informative commentary on the practical aspects of your passage. True mariners!

@AlexHernandez-be7qn Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful journey! Love the calm, soothing narration. Thanks for sharing!

@Reuben- Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful film you two have put together!

@lonniekropf808 Жыл бұрын

Great episode, and an amazing crossing! I like your style, no bs, just beautiful filming, and great story telling. Thank you, and congratulations! Aloha from Hawaii.

@russbigdog7229 Ай бұрын

Great watch. So happy that I choose to watch. The humility that you both expressed was refreshing.

@landontesar3070 Жыл бұрын

Fabulous story, thank you for sharing with us.

@buddymac3993 Жыл бұрын

You sail on a ship that was born to not only run but sail the seven seas!! Bon voyage!🇨🇦😄

@stevejensen3471 Жыл бұрын

I crewed on the yawl White Mist back in the early 70's as we sailed through the wine-dark waters of the Ionian Isles of western Greece, homewaters of the most fabled sailor of antiquity, Odysseus. She was a 47-footer, so my hat's off to you all for braving the mightly Pac in Julia! That's some damn fine sailing bravado at its finest! Following seas to ya always!

@TheDukeofDixie Жыл бұрын

That was the best produced sailing video I have seen! Well done! Thank you!

@joelr.9330 Жыл бұрын

Freedom to circumnavigate comes with hardship on the high seas. To accomplish it must be so rewarding. Thank you for taking us along.

@jean-loupmsika2570 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so very much for sharing your beautiful journey across the ocean!

@williamtownsend3279 2 ай бұрын

You are blessed to share a life with a woman such as her

@markfarnell183 Жыл бұрын

Beautifully documented. Love the down to earth approach. You had that boat in tip top trim. A credit to you both

@edwardparkhurst9804 Жыл бұрын

High seas adventure at it's best, thanks for sharing your experience with us and for the time you spend making this video.

@stevenplancich6449 Жыл бұрын

“Outta the Park” Episode👍 Congrats on Yer Passage…And what Good Teamwork …Continue to Stay Safe and Enjoy 😎

@benthrelkeld4929 Жыл бұрын

Love it! Thanks for another terrific video. Keep them coming.

@gatemana5 Жыл бұрын

Many thanks for bringing me along with you guys.

@norbertb. 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for taking us with you!🙏🏻

@Mr.Monta77 Жыл бұрын

This brings back many memories of saling wooden yachts in the 1970s and happier, simpler and poorer (and richer) times.

@itsjustwork9929 Жыл бұрын

This has to be the most inspiring sailing video I’ve ever seen! Congrats on the huge accomplishment!

@georgepeat5269iearth Жыл бұрын

honesty, a little humility it seems serves this channel very well. I can easily imagine a very good book.Thank you.

@gjanalog5675 Жыл бұрын

You did what so many could not dream of. You rose to a much higher plain than many of us , limited by fear and low expectancies of life. I commend you both for your courage and your not settling for an average life!!

@Sailsonly1 Жыл бұрын

Wow Thanks You so much for bringing us all along ! You are on point in your sharing your story, that first voyage across the Pacific is an Epiphany. Was so happy to see a Sextant again, reminds me of the Days of HO-249 sight reduction tables and a clock and stopwatch. For me that was another time and another life. Your views of The Sea made my heart Soar. Thank You. Please no e-begging, we grow so weary of seeing that over and over. Take care of each other, that's all that really matters .....Sailon

@mmiller73 Жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Watching this I was reminded of one of my favorite lines from one of my favorite movies - Master and Commander: “That’s seamanship. My God! That’s seamanship!”. Congratulations on an amazing achievement!

@harlandharris1164 11 ай бұрын

I very much enjoyed the humor at the captain's table where he asked his surgeon which of the weevils he should choose? Surgeon says the more vigorous one, but captain says Oh no, we must always choose the lesser of two evils.

@shawnbartley9223 10 ай бұрын

Still one of my favorite clips you guys are what sailing is all about, many happy Nm to you both.✌❤

@hanksbud2544 Жыл бұрын

Beautifully dine. Thank you for taking us along.

@jiefflerenard1228 Жыл бұрын

21:25 Even dreaming could not be better! This is such a beautiful video so well done , lean but with everything there, pure enjoyment, this is art at its best. Do not change a thing. Thank you for sharing.

@hastalavistatrimaran Жыл бұрын

Loved this! So skillfully done, yet peaceful, interesting and humble! Conveys the feeling of bluewater sailing so well!! 💙 I don't watch many channels (because most of them glorify the petty aspects of the sailing lifestyle) but i will actually look forward to the release of your next videos!!! Fair winds!!

@brettlloyd-brl5789 Жыл бұрын

Thanks guys for sharing this extremely well done video of your Pacific Ocean Journey. Wow!!

@andrerovigatti9997 Жыл бұрын

Great scenes, pictures, music ! Have wonderful winds ! You really have the Spirit of Sailing !

@jimmaupin46 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see a well built and maintained woodie instead of all the plastic cats!

@kkots Жыл бұрын

Epic filming and dead on editing of your journey. You took us with you via little snippets of running a boat with short handed crew and life aboard on longer passages. Showing your love of sailing, respect for the vessel and the oceans that you journey across. Beautifully captured. One of the top sailing channels out there!

@TheBoegisJak19 8 ай бұрын

Epic

@jakeroth5809 Жыл бұрын

Amazing adventure on a beautiful boat and wonderful people looking forward to share your experience in the South Pacific thank you so much for sharing❤

@ralphfurley123 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your adventure and taking us with you in your journey! I wish you safe voyage in your future travels, and much happiness as you live your dreams! ☮️🖖🏽

@rayperez4689 Жыл бұрын

Well done! The editing,sailing and endurance of it all…..You two are top rate content creators. Safe travels.

@gedanst1 Жыл бұрын

This is my first time watching an episode with Julia's and your adventures. I find the three of you to be wonderful and it seems like you are made for each other. I really enjoyed being with you on this journey, short and wonderful for us who only dreamed in front of the laptop, but long and not without effort for you who face the difficulties of this brave act. If you allow me from today I would like to go on more trips with you, so starting from this day I will be your loyal subscriber. Fair winds and following seas Captains!

@stephenwatson7176 Жыл бұрын

I applaud your spirit of adventure. Accomplishing what I have dreamt of since I was a boy. Thanks

@henhilkock Жыл бұрын

Congrats on your passage, Thank you so much for such quality content.

@joachimcampe5631 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful filming, great crew, well organized boat, very sympathetic reporting, congratulation and thanks for letting us being part of your adventure

@alpeshsoni35 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for extraordinary content and also for your immense work behind this beautiful shoots... Keep showing us your journey

@daveyboyblack Жыл бұрын

Amazing going on the SE trade winds..when they want to, they'll take you to where you need to be, what an amazing experience to be churning up those miles so quickly! So happy for you guys! The best part of sailing is being taken away....

@geoff9097 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your amazing journey . love and respect from the uk

@SmallSailboatCruising Жыл бұрын

What a blessing to have enjoyed your video at the end of a long hard days work. Superbly executed. Onwards and upwards for you guys.

@earlashton1342 Жыл бұрын

Thanks guys. One of the best vlogs I have seen. The emotion was great content.

@dasdguy7606 Жыл бұрын

Wow. Absolutely Fascinating. Considering the Journey i thought your response to the question was pretty amazing. composed and thoughtful. Glad you made it and thanks for sharing.

@alphainfinitum3445 Жыл бұрын

You guys are magical. I am really astonished at how fearless you both are. Thank you so much for such quality content. It almost feels like i went with you on this adventure.

@ricknash3055 Жыл бұрын

Wonderfully transforming adventure to a place unlike anywhere else.

@odiferousmusky1299 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this dose of inspiration!

@mitchellbarnow1709 Жыл бұрын

What a magnificent video and masterful story telling! Thank you so much for sharing this amazing adventure across the Pacific Ocean.

@jpallen719 10 ай бұрын

Always impressed with those who can navigate the seas! Cheers folks!

@normanmerrill1241 Жыл бұрын

Wonderfully fun to go along with you on a momentous journey…excellent presentation…steady as she goes,,

@johnmoran4469 Жыл бұрын

That took lot of courage and skill. Pretty cool.

@fishinglifeforme 11 ай бұрын

out in the open ocean when it is dead calm, is one of the most relaxing experiences ever. you really get to enjoy the journey and connect with those who sailed before you and give you time to reflect. enjoy every second of the calm weather

@28ft Жыл бұрын

A fantastic masterpiece of story telling. This is how I want my videos to be like. Thank you for showing the way and the inspiration.

@tedhaas8440 Жыл бұрын

You guys are amazing. Binged watched every episode and couldn't stop watching. Please don't stop what you are doing. Way better than most sailing channels and the music is relaxing! Great job and we are looking forward to the adventures that unfold out before you. ;)

@larrypostma2866 Жыл бұрын

By the minute and thirty mark I knew I was going to be hooked. As the video closes I’m absolutely in love with what you guys are doing. Can’t wait to see what’s in store.

@hereandthere6863 10 ай бұрын

What a great story! I loved being along on your adventure. Well done!

@nebbs Жыл бұрын

Really great work, thank you. Especially loved how down to earth you are and not playing up the drama/emotions/dangers like similar YTers on much shorter trips.

@garyfox1150 Жыл бұрын

Wow, just happened to search for sail videos and your video appeared! You two are awesome, love the filming and the music just makes it awesome! Really inspired by your work and blessings to you in the future!