If you could only bottle Sam's attitude and disposition... You could sell it for mucho profit.

Finally a true pure sailor...no engine on when there is no wind. Thank you sir!

Only Sam smiles when his bed gets drenched and his food goes bad. You’ve mastered the art of letting go of what you can’t control! Bravo Sam

You all might already do this. When I worked on big ships we really appreciated it when sailboats would call on the radio in a fog. Say something like “I see you on AIS do you see me?” We would come across a lot of solo sailors that would be sleeping or not paying attention so it was really nice to not have to worry about that in a fog.

this was a tale of dynamic sailing conditions during one historically challenging passage: no wind, perfect wind, heavy wind, smooth seas, high seas, bubbly baby stingers, Poseidon wetting your bed, boat traffic, solitude, rudder-nabbing menacing orcas, ruined food, low on food, sleeping, not sleeping, needing a shower, etc… this is how experience is gained/forced, though Pickled Herring held up very well. there could have been many, many more challenges that I won’t mention. nice work again, Sam. thanks for taking us along

Wow! what a romantic meeting of two boats in the fog!

Pickled Herring takes on oceans like a 28 metre boat that’s for sure 💪

Wish I was out sailing But I am working on repairs so watching you out sailing is the next best thing Take care

Juggling on a sailboat while in rough seas has to be an incredible skill!

Fearless…. Man wants to see the orcas bite the rudder 😮

I think is my favorite video of yours, and one of the best sailing videos from anyone. It really shows how even a “simple” sail can suck, with the chaotic waves and surprise tankers. I love your lassiez-faire disposition, out of food, sea coming in the galley… yup, all good.

Only on Sam Holmes sailing, from middle of ocean: "Hey there, where you going? Going to France, and you? I'm going to Spain, Take care"

You didn't state the name of the city that you arrived at in Spain. The name is La Coruna. The lighthouse you showed is called The Tower of Hercules. First built by the Romans and expanded over the years. I believe it is the or one of the oldest lighthouses in the world.

It is a joy to watch the unflappable Sam Holmes. Even water pouring through the companionway in big seas is taken in its stride... Nice work mate!

i love seeing container boats etc come out of the mist like 12:30 its offworldly

You live a great life and I’m grateful I get to come on your adventures with you via KZfaq. You really live life on your own terms and that in itself is a remarkable achievement.

Sam, YOU epitomize the Childress Quote(The difference between Adventure and Adversity is Attitude). Well Done!

I've no idea in particular why this should be the case, but it's always soothing watching you Sam. Bon Voyage.

Bedankt Sam, for your inspiring vids!

I've been watching you since you did the spare part to your little boat, just one word EXCELLENT, I congratulate you 👍🏆🥇

I made this trip in 2001, I remember when we arrived in La Coruña, which is I believe where you arrived, I got a hotel room, and I woke up and thought the whole hotel was going to crumble because I was still moving with those waves😅

Just when I feel like I’m getting in a rut emotionally Sam sails in to give me perspective, thanks bro!

Recently stuck out in a small craft advisory in my 26ft sailboat. 3 hours of 5ft waves crashing over and burying the bow will really test what a man is made of.lake superior regularly sinks 1000 ft freighters so dinking around on a small boat will really humble a guy Sam you have giant balls

Man, i love the little montage, shortfilm thingies youre putting together. This accompanied by your original tunes is just the best. Really soothing

I think Sam was born smiling! Seriously fabulous person. Thank you for bringing us along and Sam I hope you know that we stress with you🤗

Very artsy cinematography near the end. Great trip thanks for sharing!

Thanks for posting. Nice to see some of the other shades of sailing.

Sam, So awesome!!!! I loved that you bumped into your friend in the bay of Biscay!!! (His boat looks incredible.) Good job evading the orcas too!!!

You are the most upbeat, positive guy I’ve seen doing what you do. Always a smile!

I love how you dont get fazed by anything. Im sure its down to your knowledge and experience on the water but it's great to "hamg out" with someone so positive and relaxed. Great channel.

Sam your hair and sweater game are on point!

Digging the hair Samwich! We can’t wait to see you in the Native American Brave Braids.

Welcome to Spain. Enjoy the food (Galicia is famous for its shellfish) the wine, friendly and approachable Galicians. The town of Baiona was the first to know of the existance of “The New World" (América). Baiona also has two wonderful marinas to choose from. And don't forget to go into the rias (guess you may call them fiords). Best wishes.

Skeptical of the orcas? Holy crap man there are loads of videos of it. Your vids always have an element of danger. Love it!

Such a great smile and disposition. Thanks for Making Sailing Great Again Sam! ❤😊

Went through the Bay Of Biscay on a cruise ship once, very interesting gale force 8 to 10, had 20 foot waves in the pool! Must say I slept brilliantly but many left the ship after we hit land lol. Another time we went through at it was glassy smooth.

Nice job capturing the big seas. Pretty scary stuff! 🌊

We did it in 1974 in a 34foot catamaran from Dartmouth. The only navigation equipment I had was a seafix i.e. a compass on top of a directional radio. The wasp log fouled up on seaweed on the first night and was hardly any use at all to record distance sailed. The swell was quite bad coming from the NW most of the time and the wind was between 5 to 6. The sea fog around Finisterre was the most dangerous part as there were lots of rocks and I only had a chart of Spain and Portugal. While we were in Gibraltar a guy came in on a Wharram cat with the sails in tatters. I helped him to get moored and he told me that it had only taken him six months to build but he had been repairing it ever since. The sails were made from parachute silk and blew out on the first day. It had taken him about 10 days to get there and he ended up living on Scotts porridge oat pancakes.

Thanks for taking me to Spain. What an adventurous ride. This may be the only time I get to see this in my lifetime. Thank you for videoing and the great narration and sunset and sunrise shots. God bless you!

Sailing a 28 metre monohull solo, that would be something, eh? Great video. My father always said the Biscay was as tough as it was unpredictable. But you got there in the end before the scurvey set in. He said likewise off Cape St. Vincent too.

the long ocean shots with raw audio are great

Orcas are a big issue here in Galicia but mostly during late summer. During this period the group that is attacking sailboats is usually located in the Atlantic Ocean near the strait of Gibraltar. Nice to see La Coruña in your videos :)

I swear I can smell the sea water watching your videos! Nice editing!

Hey Sam I love it when you catch a fish and eat it

What an amazing trip. We're currently sailing off the west coast of Ireland and getting our first experience of the Atlantic swell!!!

That dodger is worth its weight in gold.

There are some other sailing videos on KZfaq documenting their travels through storms, but they don’t compare to Sam’s videos. They all have one minute intros with some free music they downloaded. Most overdo the editing. Sam’s videos are just perfect. No intros and editing is just perfect.

Thanks for augmenting my life with your videos! I hope some day to take a Windjammer small sailing cruise with my wife.

Your camera work is excellent, great perspective on the size of the seas!

Always an inspiration, love your videos and adventures

Thanks for ur videos very entertaining. You’re entertaining a foody area. Pls add some food that ur eating at the ports in the videos. Thanks

I got the notification almost 4 minutes ago and I was like oh yeah another Sam Holmes sailing video!

That was a nuts passage! I saw a video by a British couple who got attacked by orcas going to Gibraltar 🇬🇮 they took a chunk outa their rudder!

Wonderful adventure, thank you Sam ❤❤

Excellent vid...one of your real good ones. Thanks

Not a bad Biscay Crossing at all Sam, well done (tbh I avoid it like the plague even after one ok ish crossing )I ❤ Spain, particularly the Northwest, after working there for a while)Have a great time there. Safe Travels and Fair Winds and Seas. Bob in Wales. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿⛵️🌟🌟🌟

Love being back with you! Thanks!

it was very pleasant to watch thank you!

I was interested to see you have a reaction to current events and orca's sinking several boats in Spain... so your reaction is to: laugh / shrug it off and said you wanted to see them. more power to you for goin for it amigo !

Thanks again another great video ❤

Just a great channel Never dull and always informative

I’ve recently bought a trailer sailer, a project, videos like yours have certainly helped create a growing addiction ✌️

It's crazy to see how hard ocean life is on things. The rate that your wiring and electronics corrode and fail is astounding. It's given me a new insight on what it takes to own and sail a boat. It's crazy that you US flag is almost in tatters just from sailing speeds and normal wind. Hopefully you can get a new one soon!

Danke für deine Videos. ❤ Es ist schön, immer wieder ein neues Video zu sehen, wo du so glücklich berichtest. Mein Boot ist im Winterlager und ich habe langsam den Winterblues. Nicht schön. Ich vermisse mein Boot und das Wasser. Viele Grüße aus Berlin.

I just read a researcher's Report study that there is one Matriarch that has had several traumatic experiences with a Commercial Fishing Vessel and holds a grudge, She is teaching 40 young Orcas to attack rudders....she even has a name, White Gladis, but she doesn't know the difference between a Commercial Fishing Vessel and a pleasure Cruising Vessel. The struggle is real! Watch yourself junior. LOVE your Channel Sam.

Appreciate the videos Sam. Keep us the good work :)

Such a friendly happy chap, always great to watch you Sam! :)

I enjoyed the video Sam, thank you. 👍👍

Sam, you ARE livin the Dream!

Great video, man. It looked spooky while you were in that thick fog with the big ships close by. Spain looks beautiful.

I raced for years on the Bay Of Biscay, there is little doubt no where on the planet offers TOUGHER Sailing! Its at times balls to the wall!

Funny coincident you meeting Bushpoint. Recently found their channel and seem like really cool and chill people. And that boat is just awesome.

Yo, yo. Bill here the Key West guy that looked at sail boat for sale. Say rock those locks of love!! I could not want to wear a hat with those locks in JUNE!

Bro you talk the most calm in crazy waters it will be lookin like your boats dam near about to flip sideways and youll enthusiastically be telling us how nice the weather looks

Nice long video and enjoyable content. Keep up the good work!

love your travel and sail channel...

Bravo Sam. Thanks for sharing.

Love your way of dealing with adversity Sam. Great stuff and looking forward to watching the next one.

Shepherd and sheep all mixed up! Thanks for the passage Sam!

Bro, I’ve been following your journey since you went epically to Hawaii. I sold my 29’ full keel last year, but after watching this video, I have to admit. You’re giving me the sailing itch again. ⛵️

the positivity you showed on this passage mate.. hats off to you. 🙌

as someone who has only boated on a lake in a small bowrider, this is absolutely terrifying. why the hell do folks make this sound so glamourous!?!? hats off to you guys. This is more of a thrill thing than I ever gave it credit for. Absolutely fascinating though!

Crossing videos are always great

Awesome Sam and this is a major Atlantic Ocean crossing. Big rough waves and I would be sick sick for sure. Way to stick with it! Love the night shots and food. Very Challenging crossing for sure. But Spain awaits!!

Man you've got life figured out. You look happy. Good for you man.

I hope you get a million views on this one! Keep it up Sam!

The bay is fun, but not much sleep as I remember. Safe travels!

Thank you Sam, glad you had a decent sail ta Spain. Hope you got a few winks. Enjoy your stay in Spain

Excellent program

Sam I really enjoy your videos so much and this one was pretty exciting and your music at the end was quite beautiful. Thanks again and Fairweather sailing to you...

This passage will be good practice if Sam ever hits the doldrums, which straddle the equator. They seem to have found Pickled Herring which is currently North of Toronto, Canada in latitude. Collect that rainwater, Mr. Holmes, if only for the practice!

Ah yes Sam, a very good sail. High waves and some fog at times. The nighttime sail seems to require your diligence and the shipping lanes of big vessels. But you handle it all. Welcome to Spain. Cheers!⚓️

Great crossing Sam!

This is amazing and inspiring

Great stuff. Really enjoyed this.

keep up the great advanture. You are the avery Joe's Sailor dude. Love you show bro.

Great trip Sam!

Great sail, enjoyed it.

Love your videos, boat and voyages! Alberg 30 sailor here. Why no lifelines alongside the cockpit?! It freaks me out when I see that!

Nice crossing !