Strength, endurance, patience, skill, positive attitude, sore rear end. Erik Aanderaa.

As an Icelander living in a sailboat in Norway i love seeing a Norwegian sailing in Iceland. Hope you get better my friend!

EriK, I'm your fan! I'm Brazilian, we don't have this sea like yours. But for your adventures, one day I'll go to Iceland, discover these beautiful landscapes in your country. I hope you get better soon from your discomfort. your passion for the sea is contagious God bless you, NBJS!

This is my favorite sailing channel I have a 35-ft sailboat and this guy shows me I have nothing to be worried about. I sail in the Southern Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez Baja Mexico region nothing like what he has.

I've never become so invested in someone else's travels. Rooting for you to reach Greenland!

Hi Erik, I am sure you are checking with the doctors but in my opinion it would help if you could consume only low fodmap foods with no carbs and sugar. Also two proper meals a day and no snacking if possible. Intermident fasting can help your gut heal itself. Alcohol-wise only distilled stuff or maybe wine. Thank you for inspiring us with your amazing journeys! Following for more than a year now! Wishing the best

I absolutely love your channel! I have a friend that battled chronic crones for years. She had her large intestine removed, took a while to adjust but she is so much happier and healthier.

That lighthouse was beautiful! Imagine CLIMBING to reach it...Incredible! I could live there...for a while at least!

Once you got this adventure complete, a trip to Canada sounds like a great idea! After all, Vikings where coming here 1000 + years ago. It would be epic!

never thought that those cold places could be so majestically beautiful

Erik, not promoting just informing you. A close friend I have known for 39 years developed Crohn’s disease and tried a lot of different medications since he was around 15 years old, most of it upset his stomach and didn’t help. He got to the point of where he looked anorexic and extremely weak, physically his body looked like he was around 12-14 years old. When medical marijuana became legal where I live he was prescribed that by his doctors and they have been able to ween him off of all his medication. During the last two years he has gained around 35 to 40 pounds and looks and feels so much better.

Hey Erik, just a little note about my sons battle with Crohns. After having surgery to remove part of his large intestine, immuno suppressant drugs and hospital stays he saw a nutritionist that’s also lives with Crohns. After 2.5 years he’s still symptom free and off the drugs. His diets for 1.5 years was extremely restricted and he showed so much will power at 19yrs old to stick to it. You seem like you’d have the same will power. Happy to provide details if you like. Good luck mate from NZ

Wow, this brought back a lot of memories Erik. When I left Vestmannaeyjar for Reykjavik I had almost exactly the same weather you had --- large rolling seas and 25 kts of wind. I was as delighted as you were to finally arrive on mainland Iceland. 😊 Here’s hoping the medical challenge was overcome!

I had ulcerative colitis Erik. Somehow it resolved. 1 thing, I quit work. 2nd thing, high protein, low carb bread. I don't know which did the job. Harken - isn't it about time you put some nice self tailing winches in a parcel for Erik. Brilliant video Erik!

what a great man! Salute to your stout-heartedness.

You are one tough cookie. I thought I was a good sailor until I watched your channel. I wish you a speedy recovery and fair winds.

I wish you a speedy recovery, little pain and stable conditions. Your sailing: incredible. Leaves me breathless. Your videos: professional, with great, great attention to detail. Your boat: pure, down to the smallest corner. Sometimes I cross my fingers that you survive, even though I know you cut the movie later. Even episodes with little wind I love to watch several times. Inspiring.

This is one of the best sailing channels out there! Erik is such a cool dude.

13:43 I hope you do end up in Canada, specifically in Newfoundland so you can visit L' Anse aux Meadows where your ancestors lived more than 1100 years ago. Greetings from N 47° 27' 47" W 52° 42' 23.32" Be healthy, it has to become the priority!!

The best camera work and imagery as always. All the best.

Erik, you are one tough hombre! My cousin has had Crones disease since he was a pilot in the Air Force in the late 1970's (triggered by survival training.) He has been on medication most of his life, and although he has attacks as you do (less and less over time as he's learned to control it through diet, exercise, and meds,) he is super active - including sailing (mostly racing) and flying helicopters. He's now 65, so Crones is totally controllable. Gambatte from Japan!

There's no feeling quite as frustrating as when your own body tries to stop you doing something you've dreamed of! Usually means you need to slow down for a bit and build up your strength. Take care, loved the video as always. Onward and upward!

Nice to see Dar Szczecina in Reykjavik :-) on your film

I will probably watch this video at least 10 times during my weekend. It's my great escape from the crazy world we are living in.

Erick. Another great episode. So funny to see our trip this Summer in reverse. We too loved Westmanneyjaer and spent almost two weeks there. Met some real locals and saw our first puffins. Sorry to find out you are still having health issues but hopefully this winter you can put those behind you. Till we meet again. Victor and Judy

I just got my 12 year old son started in sailing and you are a big reason why. thank you my friend. keep well.

Fabolus! I have been to Reykjavik twice but always arrived in a plane. A fantastic city in the middle of nowhere. Take care, Erik 😀

Eric. I love your passion, your sense of adventure, and the love you have for your subscribers, your friends, in sharing all of this with us, making us a part of your amazing journey. I’m sending positive energies for your quick health recovery and look forward to your next adventures!

Your videos are fantastic my brother. I hope you are healing quickly, I'm sorry for your sickness. Take care mate.

You reached Iceland Erik. Congratulations and take care of your health. 👍👍

Hello Erik....Breaks my heart regarding the bouts of ulcerative colitis. I had a similar highly inflammatory gastric/colitis health event. After 2 years of discomfort and uncontrolled weight loss, I decided upon my own treatment method. I used Rhinocort, a nasal allergy spray that contains an anti-inflammatory synthetic corticosteroid. I inverted the pump and pumped 2 pumps with each pump being 32mcg into 4oz of water. I mixed and then drank the mixture. I initially did this once each morning and once each evening. Also, and concurrently, I modified my diet to be as PH neutral as possible. No coffee, no alcohol, no spices, no acidic sauces and etc. This method for me resulted in my first indication of relief at 8 days. I continued this procedure for 3-4 months and then tapered down to just mornings and but added evenings again if a flare occurred. At 8 months I stopped the Rhinocort procedure altogether. What I have described occurred 6 years ago. Today, I'm mostly symptom free and manage to keep a healthy weight while reintroducing a few tasty items back into my diet. While I cannot and do not suggest or condone this as a method for your condition or for any who may read of my experience; I believe that we can learn from others and decide our own course intelligently. I wish you comfort in the future and thank you immensely for the fantastic adventures you have taken me on. Sincerely and with Best Regards...Richard Rhinocort data is available at the following link: www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2007/020746s021lbl.pdf

My co.32 teakwood keel step rotted too, after 50 years. I rebuilt it with plastic breadboard slices and epoxy resin , so itcan still flex.

Erik you are a great captain, but take care of yourself. Your health is the most important thing you have a Lotta fans and we all love your videos. Please take care of yourself. This is nothing to fool around with you are the most important and everything else comes second

Amazing lighthouse.

Feels like deja vu... Your video documentaries are the very best!. But I wish I could be there with you on your voyages.. As a companion and cook delicious meals for you.. and take care of you when you're not feeling well.... Hoping your digestive problems are getting better..💖🥂

Hats off… sailing after a surgery and possible complications… you definitely are a tough man. Take care of you !

your videos make my day better, thank you!

Erik, I am desperately waiting for any raw footages from your voyages (the same like: encountering storm force 10 etc.). Or any type of Slow TV types of uploads. I'd be thrilled to watch raw footage of you passing the North Sea! And I hope one day to see you in Haugesund once I visit again :)

Erik thanks for the stunning views from your drone, those are places a lot of us can only dream about seeing. I love to ride along with you, take care my friend.

Wow Erik! Another part of the journey under your belt! Hopefully you will make it this time! Stay safe and take care of yourself! From the east coast of Canada 🇨🇦

When the going gets tough... well, the tough just keep going! Take care, health is paramount! Thanks for sharing your good times, and your less good ones, and Three cheers to you for what you are achieving !😎

On Tuesday I visited Tessie as my crew and I love your NSJB. Thanks for your trips! Do you have a link to your mast cam and under deck monitor equipment? I guess sailing is the best to do for your intestine - from a doctors view ;) Get and stay healthy!

Erik, Are you ok? Sounded like you needed hospital on arrival. Hope all is well. I enjoy our sailing adventures. Peter Welch MD

Take care Erik…your welcome in Canada 🇨🇦 anytime. You are strong willed…I envy your inner spirit. Andrew

Congratulations on reaching Iceland 🇮🇸. Boat is looking great but you're not looking that good but still getting the job done. All the best with your health. 🐟

Your situation also seems to mimic a pilonidal cyst. Usually an inherited condition - creates swelling and a skin break, in a very annoying and sore spot at the tailbone. Gramps had it, mom had it, and I did too - had a small procedure and it never returned THANK GOD - embarrassing AND painful. Hope whatever your situation is, it heals and never returns. Thank you for the adventures. Stay safe. Stay Well. Fair seas and skies.

Never bought merchandise before, but felt compelled to do it for you!

Health...yours. Take care brother, and may many sailing adventures still be on your horizon...

Thank you for sharing your amazing adventures. I hope your health improves and that you feel better soon.

Thank you for another great sailing video Erik. Hope you feel better soon✌

Erik selamlar seni özledik geçmiş olsun şifalar dilerim

Erik, You are amazing person and defiantly real sailor. It's not easy to sail in the north waters, I am myself originally from Riga, Latvia and was sailing on wooden small boats in Baltic, now living in California USA and sailing here. Keep your health in good shape and continue sail, good luck

Excellent sailing sir.

Thanks for a great video Erik - I really enjoy following your journey - and you have an awesome boat. I am sorry that your health is plaguing you - that is not great - get well soon!! Looking forward to your next video 👍🙂🙏

Thanks! Not only me, probably every sea loving people's role figure!

Emeğine sağlık teşekkür ederiz. En kısa zamanda sağlığına kavuşmanı dilerim.

I really enjoy your character. Full Stop! I wish you the best healing up from the unfortunate colitis. Hello from Canada....jonathan

Thanks!

Great Job take care of yourself

Really enjoy your videos Eric. Hang in there and try eliminating bread and grains from your diet. It sure helped someone I know with similar health issues. NBJS!

Still amazes me to see this Contessa 35 going strong decades after she left Jeremy Rogers' [d. 12.10.2022 aged 85] Lymington yard. Kit Rogers continues in his father's footsteps.

So great to see you again outside the bilibili!! Be happy, and be well !!!

We're all for you, Erik. Let's Go!

You are an amazing person and very inspirational Erik. I do not know how you do it.

18:03 I see beautiful Dar Szczecina from Poland 🙂 Best wishes from Poland and good luck!

Loving this series of videos. Sadly I get seasick on flat calm seas, but that doesn’t stop me thoroughly enjoying your videos. Keep battling on!

Wow, after all this you need to head to the Bahamas and relax a bit with a Boat Drink and some Sushi.

Good video. Nothing heals the body more than a good rest.

At 18:04 you can see ms Dar Szczecina, a yacht from my hometown! All the best my friend and get well!

Get well, stay well, here’s hoping !

Best sailing channel !!

That pinnacle top lighthouse I must see someday! SkipRay.

Inspirational and brave man. Really enjoy watching your videos. Keep going Eric

Erik, you can easily take care of your ulcerous colitis yourself. Get yourself a good coldpress juicer and press yourself 2 glasses (of the size you drink milk from) of white cabbage, every day. Do that for about 6-7 weeks and it's gone before it gets worse.

Tough sail with the worry of health on top. So good luck to you with your health and I look forward to more excellent sailing vids.

great sailing great scenery , take it easy erik put your health and well being first get well soon , we can wait until you re better again , ok

Very good Erik. Beautiful places. Good winds, until the next chapter.

Praying for you Erik!

Dziękujemy.

Erik, I love your videos - so nice to see some proper sailing. I hope you feel better soon.

Amazing adventure. Wishing you the best with your health.

As always, a nice episode with fantastic views, thanks Erik. Get well and strong soon !!!!👍💪💪

Eric! I'm your fan for a long time. I'm (maybe not only me) waiting for you to tell us you're sailing around the world. In fact, you have everything that is most important to achieve this goal: a well-equipped yacht, and the ability to sail in difficult weather conditions ... The rest is time and money ... Watching your love for sailing and the ability to show it to the sailing community as well as your commitment and determination to achieve the goal, I think you should have no problem finding sponsors... You do it!

Congratulations Erik. Breathtaking views, great sailing. Take care and best wishes.

Well done !

Thank you for this trip in such beautiful landscape. Take care of yourself

Thank you for the continued excellent content. I appreciate that you release your videos during the winter months when I'm snowed in and my boat moored until March

Thanks

Dar Szczecina next to you,from my city.Take care bro!!

So beautiful you are so blessed in being able to do what you do and to show us as well.

So happy for you finally making way with your dreams!!! I appreciate you sharing this journey with us!! I love watching your videos from here at Cape Cod 😁 Thank you and TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF PLEASE🙏🙏🙏

Well done for overcoming the odds (health issues) and reaching Iceland. Now take care of yourself and rest up a bit. Thank you so much for sharing your journey, it is fascinating, beautiful and the scenery just awe inspiring.

Congratulations Erik, who is back to health soon and the videos and trips are excellent. The t-shirts are very good, I helped with your dream by buying two that I already received, thank you very much!!! Good Winds!!!!

Top quality production as always. I appreciate your honesty in your episode's as well. Thanks very much

Thank G-d you're from a country that provides Healthcare! I admire your grit,NBJS !

Take good care, Erik!

Bravo Erik, you are an inspiration to budding and practicing sailors, thanks from New Zealand.

My thoughts are with you on the health matters and things settle down. Also, so pleased you are there to pronounce the place names. 😉

Thank´s Erik , what a source of inspiration you are!

Thanks for the film, I appreciate all the effort that you put into filming your footage.