I am an experienced cruiser and US Sailing instructor and I must say that indeed, you are the REAL DEAL. I really enjoy your videos. Great job. And you do all this with pretty minimal equipment and budget and boat. Impressive. Thanks.

That whisker pole rig was genius. I sailed for 12 years solo and yes, you are there. I've been following your journey, and am quite impressed with the sailor you have become. Sending you calm seas and fair winds ~ Wolf

This Superwoman is also a secret mermaid! 😉

I swear you could survive a Zombie apocalypse. Sail on Captain Holly, sail on! ⛵😎

Such an amazing young lady, you never worry about anything! Something about you is very intriguing, maybe its because you are fearless, or maybe its because you have natural good looks, or maybe its both!

You and Sam Holmes sailing are the two best. You give my 50 year old dorky ass confidence as I learn to sail around the salish sea on my little 24 foot boat, it's such a pleasure to see optimistic adventurers succeeding and coping and just going for it

Holly you're amazing 🥰 and one hell of a sailor.

This is what fascinates me and keeps me interested in your channel Holly. The way you come up with solutions that only a solo sailor would. Hmmm, candied almonds, delicious.

What a beautiful thing to say (and live 🙂)... "The magic of being at sea by myself..." ♥️🎯

Love those- " Pro Tips coming your way, every day." 🤣

I was watching Parlay revival they mention a type voting for the younger cruisers award so I voted for you 👍🏻 thank you for your videos

Pretty genius idea for the pole 😅

Just a great episode. Suspense, delight, challenges, solutions, humor, couple of LOLs. Sunset dance & music was magical

I really appreciate that you show things like the size of that swell - instead of just saying the swell is big. And that swordfish you taped , THAT was , wow. The ocean is terrifyingly vast.

Congratulations you safe and sound in Fiji , you fixed your leaks . you made the old engine work And from the Cook Is to Fiji is no piece of cake .. Stock up on meal and treats to make long sails happy. Keep water tanks topped off .. Your a great sailor with you little boat .. I am so proud of you..

Holly 30 minutes of sailing in the Pacific with you, even just your voice, cooking class, great edit. A warm liberating shower, just you and the sea air...

Thanks for showing me what is possible if one has the courage. I watch each time with a mixture of awe and envy of your spirit.

Wow! This young lady doing a solo blue water voyage. God bless and keep her please.

I am amazed at your calm demeanor. You never seem to be afraid.

Thank you for describing that calm night. I can just imagine the skyline that night and it’s peacefulness.

A very enjoyable episode. In truth every episode is very enjoyable.

one of your best blogs, loved the shot of you silhouetted by the sun, it must of felt as though you were the only person in the world. i just wish i had the drive, guts and courage to take my boat on extended cruises, instead of just pottering around the harbour. i admire and respect your seamanship.

I have nothing but admiration for what you're doing and how you're doing it! Two thoughts from your last episode: 1.) The shots of you silhouetted against the sunset are gorgeous--but my heart was in my mouth seeing you climb about, even in a calm, without your harness clipped in. At least, for near-calm conditions, think about towing a hundred feet (or more) of (preferably bright colored) floating line. If the worst should happen and you go overboard while slowly underway, at least you'd have a chance of swimming to and grabbing it. 2.) Self-steering: I couldn't see exactly how your bike chain runs--but you might be able to tie something like a shock cord or big rubber band (if you have either) between the two slack sides to keep it from skipping teeth until you have a chance to fix it properly. Stay safe and happy!

Your amazing Holly! I wished I could just jump off the edge of the world for a couple of years. God bless you!

Thanks Holly, congratulations on the 100th episode.

You are nothing less than entertaining and brave.

I sailed the Bahamas for a month in a 65' Blackbeard love aboard as SCUBA Instructor. I lived on Saint Croix USVI for a year fishing and diving for lobster also teaching SCUBA, sailed the Puget Sound, San Juan Islands for 6 months. None of that holds a candle to your adventures. I currently am living in a 20 foot dry land yacht (travel trailer) for the last two years and counting in PNW. I salute you.

Wow…great editing and videography. Thanks for sharing

Wow! I could not believe; you could sail alone. You are awesome and brave enough to explore the world.

"Necessity is the mother of invention", as demonstrated by Holly.

This is great footage. Looks like scary fun! You are a beautiful person. Live on Girl!

Amazing …. the fearless Holly !

Kindred spirit. I don't want to be lonely, but I love being alone. Some people (and some sailors) seem to get a bit freaked out when they're completely alone for a few days. No better or worse way, it's good to know oneself. Do they make large collapsible buckets? Seems like the ideal solution. They used to make them out of canvas because it swells and becomes watertight - like fire fighter hoses.

I can't imagine anyone leaving you a negative comment.

I have been following you since your start. Your vids have gotten fantastic! You are amazing I love your calm, confidence approach of life. Can't wait to see more!

That was the most beautiful sunset I ever saw!

Holly, I think singlehanders, especially those who cross oceans, are just a rare breed who are hyper focused on doing things in the most efficient manner possible. Doesn't matter if it's a race or not: sleep is the premium, and efficiency is the cost.

Its always a pleasure to see a fellow newenglander sailing the world . Go for it , looking forward to your next clip Angus

The reason you get few/no negative comments is because your message is affirmative, not blaming nor judging others. Such a straightforward telling of a story. A good one.

Good on ya kid! You show people that one can actually live life..

Magic of being a solo sailor is inventing the right way to do things in the moment without pressure from others.... although, tips are interesting too. So thank you!!! I came to see the jury rig of the monitor as a similar response to any other incident in the trimming of sails... we do get to merge with our boat systems like appendages to a great degree.

I think you seriously need to publish the Holly Cruising Cook Book of snacks and tasty meals.

I love the simplicity of your channel and your sailing innovation. Be safe out there

So glad you never turned the engine on, relaxing pace thankyou

Perfect timing while I had a smoke, you entered the Monitor section. Low and behold, mine was sitting in my cockpit and I was able to totally see exactly what you were talking about! My brain instantly tried to design a chain tensioner! Solo sailor style! ✨️

What a nice video. Loved your shot of the tiny cloud formation ,and the background "xylophone". You seem very much at one with the elements and yourself. And Yes the stars etc, are a sight to see, out in open waters.

This is first time I saw your video and when I saw your face on the screen I said "What, she is so young and going solo"? I appreciate your courage. Kudos to you. Be safe. Happy sailing.

Hang in there!!! I want to see Fiji 🇫🇯!! ❤️

Wow a real sailor. I have seen this channel name before and presumed it was going to be a Stoner hippie channel. Turns out it's hardcore ocean sailing full of tips and hacks etc. Well done, fair winds.

All you do is just breathtaking. Much love from.germany 😉

You are without a doubt an above average cruiser. You think out of the box and I appreciate that. Keep enjoying. It takes a special person to really enjoy being alone.

Holly...don't go east too quickly as we're having a horrible El nino on the east coast of Oz.. with cold and unpredictable weather ..enjoy Fiji for a while BULA!!

Wow!!!!! Episode 100!!! A hundred in, and they keep getting better every time!!

Sailing solo long distance is learning to “dance” with the boat. It takes time to learn to dance and the “music” keeps changing every day. But after a long time, the music becomes more familiar and the dance steps become intuitive and life aboard becomes more predictable. You will likely find that after some number of years of this dance, you will tire of it and do something else. In the meantime, enjoy the dance!

Got a wee bit excited when the video started with u in a red bikini. So i watch it to the end. Good trick it worked. like always a great video.

What’s amazing is that you are sailing whole oceans alone and have 70 thousand subscribers, while some folks doing short cat videos have millions of subscribers.

A brilliant episode, so impressed with the way you handle the ups and downs of lone sailing, and life. Keep well

I just discovered your channel. This is fascinating. At one point in my life when I was living on the coast I took a couple sailing lessons and loved it. I always dreamed of doing something like this but I ended up in the desert far from the ocean. It’s interesting to watch this.

Awesome sailing,love what you are doing!

New intro thingy is pretty cool.

Such great sailing videos from a confident solo sailor!

Great video. You have great problem solving skills.

Healthy reminders 🎉

I've not watched for a long while . But I'm back to watching u adventures

congrats on 100 episodes!!!!!☝☝

Impressive as all get out

Thank you so much for your documentation of your journey. I am not a sailor but I love learning so much from your channel. Currently I am at Ground Zero of hurricane Ian in Venice Florida without power for almost a week and another 6 to 7 days at least to go. Believe it or not watching your videos calms my nerves and reignites Industrious thinking for my own situation. Keep doing what you’re doing it truly is such an inspiration touching the lives from Places you wouldn’t even imagine.❤

That cockpit shade is awesome! And look how robust it is!

Just found You and watching the content. Fair winds and Following Seas

Well, you are a beautiful and amazing sailor person woman👌🌻

You are awesome! I admire your adventure and optimism, you have inspired me!

Well done! Thx, Andrew

Hi, I am stunned. Crossing the Pacific Ocean on your own? You have a very calm and cool spirit and heading to Fiji! Wow! I really love your sailing instincts. 🌹🌹🌹🌹😘

Hi Holly I've missed you due to ill health you are a very lucky person to be sailing the seas and by the bye glad to see you wearing the harness Considering the change in weather patterns this year I wish you luck in trying to achieve a passage that was usually possible but also glad you have fresh water for a cuppa tea

I never thought about using a heavy weight rug as a sun shade for tarp I like how it keeps the fluttering down in the Wind my little waterproof sun shade whips around in the wind like crazy. I might have to try this out.

You rock , so calm

such a smart whisker pole setup! i have seen you mention a bit about keeping food without a fridge throughout your videos, but did you ever do a comprehensive chat just about that? like for how long and how you keep different types of food? if so, can someone guide me to which episode? i think i fear being away from my kitchen more than solo sailing the great ocean ahead (massive respect, tho)

You are a wonderful heart and soul love what you doing

Great video holly insprational sailor welldone fair winds calm seas cheers

Beautiful sailing Holly🌸❣️

Wow! This is really cool, I sailed from Balboa to Catalina island a few times when I was a kid 🤣🤣

Well done video.

Happy 100

That sunset was incredible!

Great video! Thanks so much for sharing.

as someone who gets really seasick on a big boat in calm waters.... kudos to you!

So loved watching this. Thx

Love you I’m just in all of you and iPhone you’re content great it’s never boring editing’s good it’s great

Great work good energy and very inspiring

Keep it up. Love learning from you.

Holly you are amazing!

Great video.

"How you deal with all the negative comments" - of which there are none. How could anyone? It would be like kicking a puppy. Love you, Holly.

Thank you for sharing such wonderful content ,,,Just wanna say you are AMAZING .Peace

Heey dude,,good to see and hear ya.

just found you astonishing, so impressed

❤ it. Stay safe.

I enjoy this channel Holly. Thank you

This is one of my favorite episodes! ❤

Thanks for sharing the magic.