North Sea crossing in a 19ft boat

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10 жыл бұрын

Summer Holiday's: Sailing our Hunter Europa 19 from Shetland to Norway for a short cruise, and back to Shetland over 2 weeks. Lucked out with the weather with lots of sunshine and great sailing conditions. A wee bit of fog to keep us on our toes during both legs of the crossing.
The homemade horizontal axis windvane self-steering worked a treat, the key seems to be the adjustment and securing of the tiller with slight lee helm or weather helm depending on the point of sail, while the trim tab on it's own steers the boat, just as on David Blagdons H19 'Very Willing Griffin'. Thanks to You Tube, some songs have been removed to stop the video being blocked in 244 countries, now it is only blocked in Germany! Cheers

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@stewartrobinson4090 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely love it guys, have watched this so many times. As an ancient mariner nearing the end of my sailing time it makes me smile and remember why I always returned to the sea. Thank you for this gift.

@nikkigrant7497 Ай бұрын

I agree. It's still the best video on KZfaq😊

@rowboatload 6 жыл бұрын

A classic. I re-watch it several times a year. We wish there were more.

@cornishhh 3 жыл бұрын

One of my favourites too.

@restlessperson5258 2 жыл бұрын

Me too. Another view.

@TheBadaren 9 жыл бұрын

This is my cup of tea, you do not need a big boat to explore the world! :)

@Kitiwake 4 жыл бұрын

Huh? You do, really.

@peterbooth2804 4 жыл бұрын

Indeed, Ask the vikings, or any of the ancients that sailed on Kontiki etc.

@hamishrobertson2248 3 жыл бұрын

@@Kitiwake you dont you just need the weather right

@fingerhorn4 10 жыл бұрын

Wonderful. Proper sailing and very inspired. Shows that the saying "the cheaper the boat the more fun" is nearly always true. Great editing and excellent footage. Thanks so much for uploading and I wish you much joy for the future.

@smacksman1 9 жыл бұрын

'Lowering the tone of the marina' - haha! Just like me! I bought a 40 year old boat in America on Ebay and sailed 2000 miles down the East coast and 'lowered the tone' in many marinas on the way! Loved your video. What a fabulous cruising ground.

@dasabyss2012 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely superb video my kind of sailing ,and a soon as I have restored my own small 22 ft boat I want some of this life you are having.Gives me goose pimples watching this showing you don't need a huge bank balance or a 40 footer to have fun .Well done its an inspiration .John

@rykehuss3435 5 жыл бұрын

Good luck on the North Sea mate. Its not to be taken lightly.

@shananagans5 9 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the video. Amazing journey. It goes to show with the right spirit of adventure you don't need an expensive yacht.

@markandrews6054 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful little video _ I loved watching that. Norway looks gorgeous.

@johnborne1175 6 жыл бұрын

Watched this vid 3 times now, it's given me an Idea, but first I have to buy a shed!!

@duncanthomson5564 6 жыл бұрын

Love it! Looks so much like Puget Sound and the Salish sea. No wonder so many Norwegians settled here.

@davidthatcher8362 3 жыл бұрын

Great small boat adventure, and I used to own a Hunter 19 so I know these really are small boats. Just proves you do not need a big boat to have an enjoyable adventure. Inspiring.

@borderbiomassfuels-firewoo9587 9 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous......we've just bought a Europa today - sail number 496E. This video is simply inspirational.

@John_Smith__ 9 жыл бұрын

We all get the preconceived idea that Atlantic crossings are only good with 36foot+ sailboats ... or bigger. You guys proved that any boat can make that crossing confortably! Great video!

@blakemercsith2699 9 жыл бұрын

Wasn't it the North Sea and not the Atlantic , I'm sure others have done the Atlantic though . Good video , I wish I had a boat like your . I only have a 3 man rib and small engine but I'm still dreaming maybe 1 day .

@smacksman1 9 жыл бұрын

blakemerc sith I have crossed both and trust me, the North Sea is more challanging with four seasons in a day quite normal.

@ciaranbyrne62 2 жыл бұрын

@@blakemercsith2699 I have two 22 footers and they were about £800 each including outboard engines. Mooring and insurance is a out £17.50 each per week. Cheap Holiday home for me a poor man lol 🤣

@konradpuchatek6071 4 жыл бұрын

Loved it. The beauty of simplicity. Great couple you are. Thanks for sharing.

@paulrobinson2168 3 жыл бұрын

Usually I loath music on videos, but not this one, maybe because it’s so epic and idilic. Great everything 👍

@PillSharks 6 жыл бұрын

Your chart work is more detailed than mine! Lol Great to see a little boat doing a big passage, wish I could get my wife on my boat for that amount of time!

@ralphvandereb66 3 жыл бұрын

a message to you Rudy, ha ha nice one you nutters great trip nice little boat just like the old viking route, hope the kids did well in the barn and had a good party..

@RobertLugoNYC 9 жыл бұрын

Those kids are too adorable.

@ciudadgilera 2 жыл бұрын

I bough a 19 ft sailboat and wanted to see what others do and got across this great video that has inspired me more to go sailing.

@cpobyrne1 9 жыл бұрын

Well done lads - really fantastic trip. Loved the ensign, the green wellies, and the rum ballast! The Norwegian coast looks amazing too.

@jimmydodger4622 4 жыл бұрын

One of my fave vids on KZfaq. Great inspiration.

@V8guy3500 4 жыл бұрын

Great vlog ,I’ve worked in the North Sea for 30 years and I’ve seen it at its best and worst ,it commands a healthy respect ,you guys made that look easy 👌very well done.

@kayakmaneuan 4 жыл бұрын

All about watching that weather! Cheers John.

@unclejake154 9 жыл бұрын

We really enjoyed watching your trip. Great idea leaving the kids in the shed, certainly a safer place than the North Sea :)

@ajheart6436 5 жыл бұрын

im looking at a 21ft trailer sailor to buy but my partner doesn't want me to go sailing but after this video I cant say she has much of a say now I really want to go adventuring. thanks guys awesome vid

@mxf2812 6 жыл бұрын

One of the best cruise clips I have seen - truly inspiring and wow how beautiful is Norway for sailing.

@StemtoSternSailing 2 жыл бұрын

Norway is perfect for sailing... fluky and confused winds and sometimes rather wet. But the coastline, fjords and islands is fantastic. Best regards from Jarle

@SailScott12 9 жыл бұрын

What an epic journey! :) Thanks for sharing. ("The best thing a father can do for his kids it to love their mother"... and take her on amazing getaways! ;) )

@splorpdingulon2015 7 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful video...I learned several things... You like bacon....a LOT! Norwegians like bridges....a LOT! Your wife is remarkably patient in the face of all your shenanigans! Thanks!

@ooweesaler 8 жыл бұрын

Good on you guys the true viking spirit. Most impressed and thx for taking the time to share it with us.

@rickhosmer5370 9 жыл бұрын

This is the best small boat sailing video I have ever watched (and I have watched many.) I have a Seaward 17 and would LOVE to sail like you do. I live inland, but have beautiful, large lakes around me and am within a day's trailer from salt water. You are an inspiration!

@robertorzech7369 9 жыл бұрын

Rick Hosmer I've sailed a 23 ft for 10 years without getting within 2,000 miles of the nearest salt water. But I plan to change that this year. I loved this video also. It took me 8 months of looking around youtube to find this gem.

@billcolvin5741 9 жыл бұрын

Simply awesome! You guys rock. I wish you well in all of your future adventures. My wife and I are still sailing our original 16 footer that we got 46 years ago. Small boats are great fun to sail. We do have to be careful with the weather, however. Many times we've been caught out in big wind conditions. Once we lost the mast two miles from the dock. Exhilarating too say the least :). All the best. Be safe.

@stephenmundane 8 жыл бұрын

Watched this a few times now and it never ceases to entertain and impress. Oh, and I like the music too!

@hermitau 8 жыл бұрын

I'd like to see more of your self-made auto-steering.

@8427175 9 жыл бұрын

Brilliant...... Got lucky with the weather, and picked some good spots to anchor....well played sir and madam. :-)

@celebratetheseven4082 4 жыл бұрын

Newly found film, newly loved! Serious respect you guys! Love Norway from an earlier life and your seriously adventurous spirit.

@Antipodean33 2 жыл бұрын

How good has this fella got it, he's all snug in the cabin whilst his missus is out in the spray and cold on the tiller AND knocking up some bacon sangers, then passing him some while he's still warm and dry in the cabin. I might have to trade my missus in for one of those models

@jackstitt1395 6 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic voyage! Well documented with a personal touch. It makes you feel like you are there with you! Fair winds........

@johnnyohness 9 жыл бұрын

What a great video. I can't imaging making that trip in that small of boat...but you didn't seem to lack for anything. It was filmed and edited beautifully, and the music was great too. Thanks for sharing this with us..........PS your children are beautiful.

@kayakmaneuan 9 жыл бұрын

johnnyohness The only thing we lacked was the tomato ketchup. It must have fell out the bag when packing the boat as I found it in the van when we got home. I was too tight to buy another bottle in Norway.

@PacificAirwave144 8 жыл бұрын

Big adventures on a tiny boat!! Loved this vlog!

@terratrekker2 3 жыл бұрын

And I'm worried about sailing in a 30ft. You guys made it look easy. Nice job and teamwork!!

@whiteboi3818 9 жыл бұрын

Loving your taste in music, nice trip as well, good weather window for you both

@bogsplash8612 2 жыл бұрын

Epic small boat cruising and epic soundtrack.

@h.grandedetodo1048 4 жыл бұрын

I've got a Hunter Europa and I think you made an incredible journey...I admire you both deeply, it seems a miracle to me what you did...congratulations I think you both are incredible.

@chinoodin4735 9 жыл бұрын

Echo many of the comments made...sweet, very sweet. Thanks for sharing.

@Leanintosteer 5 күн бұрын

Loving this vid and music making me want to jump into sailing

@svemeraldspirit681 3 жыл бұрын

Best KZfaq video ever. Simple as. I watch it every 6 months or so and tell myself I need to downsize boat and just do!

@orangewhip6261 10 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a great trip! What a great video. Thanks for taking us along for the ride....My son and I just did a week long trip inside the San Francisco Bay and here are the videos: Redwood to Angel Island

@annmiles193 4 жыл бұрын

Fabulous sail and totally inspired!!

@romanomorelli2831 4 жыл бұрын

Your sense of adventure is inspiring and your little boat manage admirably and I’m sure your kids are in good hands with the grandparents enjoyed the video thank you.

@zeebries1271 2 жыл бұрын

Great trip, love the music.

@martinmccluskey265 6 жыл бұрын

That was brilliant. Thanks for sharing the passage : )))))

@briancarruthers3740 9 жыл бұрын

A wonderful trip for the two of you, and the video was beautifully made. You'll be needing a bigger boat soon as you include your lovely children in your sailing adventures. Thank you for posting this on KZfaq!

@jonathansimmonds5784 2 жыл бұрын

Shhhh, a little dicky bird has told me he has, not much bigger, just enough for more comfort.

@javin4varrete 9 жыл бұрын

Great video! Very inspirational. Thanks for sharing. Regards from Spain.

@kennedyjames007 9 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Well done. Very inspirational.

@rathorrath401 3 жыл бұрын

This had me smiling the whole time.

@thesophiagibson 11 ай бұрын

We are so impressed guys and we loved the sound track .... some of our favourite tunes too ❤ We hope to follow your route in the next few years too .

@stewartrobinson4090 Жыл бұрын

Have watched your video so many times. Love it ! Well done guys. Small boat, big adventures. Brilliant

@IslanderSailboatInfo 8 жыл бұрын

Great sound track! Thanks for sharing that sail, nice to see a 19' going for a good tromp!

@chrissailing8856 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing cruise ! Proper seamanship ! Really inspiring.

@catchagrip.9468 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best small boat sailing I've seen on YT, you guys are great.

@daronmarc 9 жыл бұрын

what an awesome adventure it goes to show you don't need a big boat to have adventure i myself have a kestrel 18 and hope to have just as much fun. Best Wishes from New Zealand

@CanadianTradition 9 жыл бұрын

You are making me dream with this nice video! It was funny how you made it as if you left the kids behind in the shed. It made me smile :)

@edenbreckhouse 2 жыл бұрын

I like the hands off approach to parenting.

@W4ABN 9 жыл бұрын

Nice video and good tunes. Looks like it was a great trip. I enjoy a good sailing video. The kids in the shed was funny.

@htmobley 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your fantastic adventure in such a beautiful place!

@darb4091 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see that the kids made out well.

@robertorzech7369 9 жыл бұрын

Fantastic adventure.

@jameswilde3414 3 жыл бұрын

enjoyed the adventure and great boat and greetings from Ireland

@rimasmeleshyus6545 4 жыл бұрын

Best video I have never seen , good job guys. Warm greetings from the garden island of Kauai

@colinnorthcott9219 8 жыл бұрын

Great video work, love the ending

@sushisuze9 5 жыл бұрын

What a brilliant film!

@davem6492 8 жыл бұрын

Video works here from Ontario Canada, thanks for the video. Looks like a lot of fun.

@ed_richards47 5 жыл бұрын

That's what you call an adventure! Great video. Thanks for sharing. P.S. great children too!

@tompalmer334 8 жыл бұрын

thanks for letting me come along on your holiday I had a wonderful time the views and the music were great

@shakeymay4643 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a entertaining video , how sailing should be done, small boat, no fancy gizmo`s , no pretentious tosh,.. thanks for sharing ...

@beierliangxiong 8 жыл бұрын

Best video I've seen on KZfaq! Very inspirational, I can't wait to get back on the water now! Thank you!!!!

@KeepTurningLeft 10 жыл бұрын

well done you two excellent on every count

@chrisskelhorn 9 жыл бұрын

Cant seem to see the video!

@scottlampe70 4 жыл бұрын

high praise indeed coming from you Dylan, I couldnt agree more.

@Ru88ell 9 жыл бұрын

Great video. Great adventure. Great music. Brilliant on all counts. Off to bed now to dream about small boat cruising.

@vincent7520 8 жыл бұрын

Congratulations !I've sailed these waters several times and on larger boats, 30ft and + ... it makes a hell of a difference while remaining "serious sailing".So again : congratulations !

@paulstone4804 4 жыл бұрын

Wow ! Great adventure! I love the small boat , this has inspired me to get a small boat and travel some too !

@seayak 6 жыл бұрын

What a fine adventure! Love the homemade self steering gear!

@hillbillycarwreck 7 жыл бұрын

Super fun! great video, good music, plenty of bacon and boozs. two thumbs up!

@Tamlin73 9 жыл бұрын

Cool video :) Best regards from Norway,..

@StemtoSternSailing 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video guys. Thanks for dearing and shearing. 19 ft ... wow. Beat regards from Jarle

@petemacfarlane6478 2 жыл бұрын

How fantastic! 'Deffo a keeper' as we say in Oz, but we are usually talking about fish. I've two Mirrors, one a resto, one I sail, and an old GoPro. Better get to work. Thanks again.

@11begood31 8 жыл бұрын

How cute the kids well done video loved it

@Englishsea24 9 жыл бұрын

In a world of ones own is a fantastic feeling

@chuckdilmore2040 9 жыл бұрын

Awesome adventure - thanks! (And cute kids!)

@stevelawless1 6 жыл бұрын

great video, inspires me more to be on the sea ;-)

@mrvegardeide 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video and a warm welcome to you! I grew up and live in the same area today! Really nice to see some expatriate Vikings visit their mother land 😁 And some really good engineering on the windvane too! I took a few screenshots as I am about to build one with auxiliary rudder myself. 👍

@dalerees9751 9 жыл бұрын

looked like a good trip, she must be a good girl to spend weeks with ye on a small boat! cant get mine to spend 30 minutes on a 27 footer! hope to see more frow ya on the new season. cheers.

@TheOriginalNikster 10 жыл бұрын

You guys are awesome, love the kids at the beginning & end, the music just great, favourite piece Trojan. Your trip looked amazing and tooshay to the cameraman. Where to next Faroe Islands!!

@kennedyjames007 9 жыл бұрын

Lovely wife, and kids. You are a lucky man.

@fremlander 8 жыл бұрын

We see you from Hoswick out in bay (enjoyed the orcas, used to free swim there, not any more) - had a share in a Hurley 23 here in Lothians (Port Edgar) but usually rent bigger up west coast Scotland (done Ireland & Croatia too) for trips. Another Hurley owner said he took his wife & daughter around Ireland in it - had boom tent for extra room at anchor. On return wife said it was like spending a fortnight under the kitchen table

@joveeke 9 жыл бұрын

Nice trip, nice video!

@SVELFARO 8 жыл бұрын

nice video, what well mannered children to stay in the shed for two weeks. :)

@gigarota 9 жыл бұрын

Great video, what a wonderful adventure, inspirational, I'm about to get a Hunter Horizon 23 and was thinking it might be a bit small, but after watching your video I feel it will be perfect. Thanks for sharing.