You go from expressing understandable high anxiety to your concern over getting Jim into a difficult situation to the exuberance and joy of finding a stunningly beautiful site in nature and a quiet picnic to the practical of picking up other people's trash to the finish of letting Gypsy Jim say your weekly sign off. You are a beautiful inspiration and wonderful spirit. Thanks for sharing.
At the time the drone scene showed up I started silently screaming: YAS! YAS! It was breathtaking! Thanks for letting us see the world through your eyes! ❤️
Everything you express in & about the storm is spot on! Fear & anxiety are good for us in situations like that. Trust yourself - you are a Very smart & able person & you can handle whatever comes - especially since you take it seriously & think through your options! Thanks for your honesty & candor & keep it coming. Jim is a very cool soul 😀
I love your take on life. When I’m overwhelmed and stressed due to my circumstances, I retreat to nature just like you. It’s people like you that inspire me to get away from the city and enjoy a different way of life. I’m a new subscriber and I just started watching your videos. I’m glad there are women like you in the world doing this. Peace and Blessings Bryan from Vancouver
pinebearclub hey Bryan, welcome to Untie The Lines then ☺️. Happy to hear that my videos get you into nature more. And you have such beautiful nature around you up there! Enjoy it!
Great to have you back Nike. You are right about nature. It does bring you back to life. I just had a similar experience this past weekend. Keep up the good videos. And keep on smiling. You are living the dream even if there are up's and downs.
Hi Nike, I'm happy there's a new season. Being a bit a solo sailor myself, I recognize the anxiety. Each spring, when I start sailing I feel the same, even wondering why I did like it last year. And that's just on a lake I very well know. As time goes by the joy grows. Until the trust is back entirely, just be on the safe side. Better safe than sorry. Calm seas and fair winds to you. God bless.
Abje72 it’s so funny you say that. I sometimes wonder the same thing and ask myself how the hell I could enjoy some of that before 🤣. But you are very right, the joy totally comes back and is a great reward for fighting through the initial anxiety boost! Thx for sharing, made me feel not so alone with these somewhat weird feelings ☺️
Thanks for sharing your adventure. You're right, a little anxiety is good and keeps you focused. Too much will paralyze you. Hard to get over those feelings but remember you know what you're doing. Trust yourself and your sea(wo)manship. Beautiful views and waterfall, drone shots were great and inserting coordinates are helpful. Looking forward to the next video. Enjoy your time out there!
You can do it as before , single sailing life is brilliant , all you have to do is think for another pair of hands , think ahead , setting your boat up well is important , keep going your doing so well the world is wanting to share your travels , thanks
Nice to see your videos again. Does In Motion have a website? It's such a noble cause and I am happy to see that many people are embracing cleansing our beaches and oceans of trash.
Viajedelavida thanks for your interest in our in mocean project. We only have Instagram and Facebook so far. You find us under @inmoceanorg. In the long run, we are planning to establish a website as well, but right now we don’t have the time for it in-mocean.org/
I thought I was the only one who got anxiety while on the water. I'm very interested to hear Gypsy Jim's story, at least bits and pieces, you know it's good, he's a likable dude.
take care in that heat, i went mountain biking all day once in tropical heat (Daintree - AU) and i ended up with heatstroke, i have never been able to handle the heat since. I was lucky we were camped near a cold creek and i was driven back to camp and submerged for 30 mins - probably saved my life
I am really wanting to get into sailing more. My wife and I have three awesome little girls we are raising so it keeps you from just getting up and doing life without some restriction. That being said, hopefully we can start getting into exciting adventures like yours. In the meantime it's cool to watch our videos. You keep it real. I would much rather watch your videos than anything on TV. Stay safe out there kiddo.
OK, I just had to LOL at 2:00. You had been through a vivid thunderstorm and you are telling us how your neighbor Jim dismissed it as irrelevant, yet you can hear a chainsaw starting up in the background. As a person used to dealing with storm damage, I just want to say that thunderstorms, blizzards, monsoons, etc., are of no concern until the chainsaws come out. If you need a tractor, it was far far worse. I loved the video and I love the people you introduce us to, especially that young couple on the bus with the baby LOL. I'll have to look up Jim on the webz.
nice to see you back at it. Expressing your fears is good way to get rid of them. I suspect in some ways after hanging with the parent and they leave, you feel the loss of parental security and are forced into the “you” of travel. Gypsy Jim is cool.
Thanks for sharing. I have found the same thing, if I say prepared and up to speed, with things like maintenance, ground tackle and the weather it calms my anxiety about the unknowns. I used to have a habit of starting my engine prior to all big weather events, just to make sure she's ready in an emergency. I think there's a balance to be struck between being prepared but not neurotic. Funny story, years ago for my first big weather event on the hook, wind forecast for 25-35 mph, I sat in the rain, in my cockpit for 2 hrs. at the helm with the engine idling. I have also meet boaters who have the opposite attitude, you know the whole 'island time,' thang, but it usually catches up with them. By all means have a great time but be prepared. Fair winds.
Great video keep it coming your an inspiration for many solo sailers and dreamers. I sold my plane and am looking now for my sailboat. Thanks again Nike
You're right about one thing you're very handy with your tools and whatnot and dedicated to Carl but sometimes you got to lift your head and look around and enjoy the view LOL wife and I wish you well sweetheart Reef Runner out
First time here. Delighted that behind oily hands, facial grease stains, and lovely smile, there is a daring, yet, fearful person. Not sure that anxiety and solo boating way out to sea can coalesce under the same skin, but you wear both rather well.
Great episode! Gypsy Jim, one of the world’s characters ... thank goodness for him and folk like him. And huge admiration for you too, Nike. I don’t know any sailors who aren’t apprehensive about the powers of nature ... I’ve been sailing for more than half a century and I still keep a weather eye wide open! In fact, as a singlehanded sailor I keep both weather eyes open. And I did that even when I was the captain of an aircraft carrier ... with 1200 others in my crew, I knew it’s the wind and weather that are beyond our control and that we have to be on watch to manage. Stay well, sail well ... more about that next week. 👍⛵️😅
Know little about as I've just subscribed mostly because of your bravery, okay your beauty as well , but mostly my curiosity of your story. I'll have to start from the beginning. Ciao for now
Nike, it's easy to second guess our emotions and think that experienced sailors would have so much confidence that they would be concerned. But, rest assured that good captains are paying attention as well even when they don't show their emotions. They have learned to keep their heads about them because they must be ready to jump into action. You're becoming that kind of person. You don't seem as frightened as you did in the beginning. Although, maybe anchor so that your boat can safely swing 365 degrees. Smiles!!
I am very safe in Rotterdam city marina tied with 6 lines to the dock but every time I wake up at night I check if the lampposts are still where they should be :-)
I just found this channel and have watched many episodes. I can identify closely with Nike`s personality, her ethos on `life` and her love of the planet. It`s a very brave and beautiful thing she is doing, taking on the world, her world.. I don`t know her personally but I am able to `see` her clearly. Her videos fill me with emotion, all of them beautiful in their own way. I wish you Nike, all good things on your travels. All being well I`ll be setting sail on a similar journey late next year, there are a million reasons why but really, so I can just `be`.. Also really, and far moreso for watching these.. I just can`t wait! Thank you Nike, for posting your journey.
Nice video, well done. Question, do you own hiking shoes? Walking trails in slip flops is not a good idea. You can always put them in your pack if you want to have them with you. 👍👍
First good adventure. That was quite the climb but you and Jim made it look easy. The waterfall excursion was definitely worth the effort. What a spectacular view and such a fantastic place to go for a dip and cool off. I felt sorry for Gypsy Jim. He seemed like the years of solo sailing had begun to weigh on him. I got the feeling he was on a ride he couldn't get off even if he wanted to but maybe I'm reading too much into his life from just a little glimpse.
LOL great episode, totally know what you are saying, nothing like a good thunders storm at night to get sailors on edge. probably hardwired from the stone-age (or before) BTW forgot to say really enjoyed the episode with your parents, have not heard german "chatter" in ages, all good stuff.
I remember the comments of a jet test pilot about how he managed fear, he said he was lucky because he had little imagination so did not dwell on what might happen ! it might be a good time to step back and reassess where you are now - personally, I think you are beyond Karl, you are ready for a better boat. You have done wonders to make him safe for his next owner so don't be sad about it. You might enjoy basing yourself somewhere more sociable as well (a good party with people your own age can do wonders). Just a few musings of mine.
So silly i had to reply. Karl is as good as any boat for cruising. karl has had every single system rebuilt and nike knows that boat like the back of her hand cause she did it all. She has done everything. New rigging, sails,engine,electronics and all the other essentials. Karl is ready for the south pacific. Nike is ready too but she just does not know it yet. I also think she should take at least 1 person who knows sailing maybe 2 with her on her crossing into the south pacific. Just to give her company and to take the anxiety out of her.
Just one question - if money was no object, could you find a better boat than Karl, of course you could, we all could. I agree with you that Nike could take a sailing dinghy across the Pacific with her eyes shut! She's my hero in terms of her courage, work effort and competence. it is enjoyable to have competent crew, I definitely agree with that too.
@@tossed_about another silly question dude. Of coarse money is a object for everyone. I dont agree with the dingy comment. She is just a few years sailing and yes she has learned much and sailed far but experience is still not on her side . Sailors are always learning. But knowing youre boat is the most important part of cruising. Not how much money youre boat cost. Or its reputation. But knowing that every nook and craney on the boat you have been there. I am guessing you have never owned a vessel before. Once you put the kind of energy and time reguardless of how much money spent,the boat becomes part of you. You know exactly when something is not right. And that takes years. I am sure she would not trade up or down .karl is her boat.
Dick measuring contests are the silly things .. the only thing I am embarrassed about is not being a patron. Given your robust support of Karl I hope you are.
@@tossed_about no i am not a patreon. I have my own boat that is 45 years old and needs every single dollar i can get my hands on. And i have a young giflfriend who acts much the same way. And i am retired
Youre anxiety is justified. A lightning strike will do massive damage. It happens a lot. But surprisingly not more often considering the 50 foot masts on our boats .Its my worst nightmare. I have had 4 friends boats anchored next to me over the years who have had direct hits. Massive damage .everything from holes in the boat to fire on the boat. Its no joke.
Hi Nike. I have terrible anchor anxiety when I am by myself and the wind starts picking up. The shrouds on my boat also start singing an ominous tune even at 10 to 15 kts. Being anchored near land does not help either. Have you thought out a plan if the anchor starts to drag?
JohnnyA AA = anchor anxiety 🤣 🤣🤣. Strategy depends on where anchored and what’s around (boats / rocks etc). If free then pick up and re-anchor when squall is over or in a spot where it’s easy to anchor during the storm. Otherwise try to support with engine (e.g. if possibly another boat sits above my anchor). If you have room putting out more chain and let it reset might help, too. I think it really depends on your situation. But I usually do go through a “what if” plan in a situation like that. So far I have picked up anchor and re-anchored, leave anchor and chain behind with a fender on the end (someone dragged on top of me and got his rudder stuck in my chain), head out and anchor after storm with second anchor and just simply supporting a bit with my engine (cause usually the storms are short 1/2 hour to 3/4 hour ones here. What’s your strategy?
Hi Nike,a little caution never hurts,but I know it can escalate into panic fairly quickly. But you are a good sailer,and Karl will watch out for you. I think I've underestimated a walk a few times myself,that is an awesome waterfall,and the long walk becomes insignificant after you can recharge from nature.And nice to have Gypsy Jim along again. Thanks for sharing,see you next week😊
Your still learning to be on your own. It's normal to be a bit apprehensive at times. Keeps your guard up. relax your doing great and everyday is a learning experience.
nike... thanks for a sweet vid. I'm curious, if asked how you would respond. In 3 to 5 years If I have accomplished -------(fill in the blank) I will be satisfied and fulfilled. What are you moving forwards to and what are you moving away from. In other words... what do I feel I must accomplish and what am I most afraid of doing, not doing or what is a regret that I must avoid. This formula or one similar is making an effort to ensure that you are going to be happy with the results of your actions in the coming years. Thanks and I love your toughness and ingenuity. You a an awesome engineer! Best to you! much respect and admiration Captain.
Don Alexander hi Don, i can’t really say that i have a five year plan / goal. The general plan is to do what makes me happy and try not to get stuck in something that I think that others expect me to do. So I constantly try to evaluate where I am at, how I feel about it and if I would rather do something different and if so, what would it be. I have to admit that it is mostly the tough times when Karl gives me a big challenge that I ask myself those questions and not in the moments of happiness. But I assume that fits the plan...because if happiness is the goal then why question ur position if you are happy. So far, Karl and this journey have always “won” the comparison with other things i might like to do. Maybe the only thing that is there that I would like to accomplish is to do an ocean crossing with Karl. It’s something I wanted to try and see how it feels and I have not done it yet (for various reasons). So I guess that’s the only thing that I could answer to your question ☺️.
Don Alexander hi Don, i can’t really say that i have a five year plan / goal. The general plan is to do what makes me happy and try not to get stuck in something that I think that others expect me to do. So I constantly try to evaluate where I am at, how I feel about it and if I would rather do something different and if so, what would it be. I have to admit that it is mostly the tough times when Karl gives me a big challenge that I ask myself those questions and not in the moments of happiness. But I assume that fits the plan...because if happiness is the goal then why question ur position if you are happy. So far, Karl and this journey have always “won” the comparison with other things i might like to do. Maybe the only thing that is there that I would like to accomplish is to do an ocean crossing with Karl. It’s something I wanted to try and see how it feels and I have not done it yet (for various reasons). So I guess that’s the only thing that I could answer to your question ☺️.
IMO it's a wise thing to be respectful of thunderstorms. They are big and powerful, especially if you are on small boat. So I wouldn't worry too much much about being nervous/anxious about them.
Nice, this long hot walk and then you say, here it is, the water fall... i was looking at this water going over Little Rock’s, you really had me going, What! and than you reveal it, very nice 👍Don’t do that again 😂
No worries sweetheart you take care of karl so Karl will take care of you the wife and I loved your blog been waiting for you hated to hear about the fuel tank dilemma but we're glad your parents had a great time
Nike let's be honest most people would like to do what you and your friends do to sail around the sea and enjoy the beautiful nature but people really don't have the guts you have. when I'm ready I'll come too. and until then I enjoy your videos greetings Chris
You go from expressing understandable high anxiety to your concern over getting Jim into a difficult situation to the exuberance and joy of finding a stunningly beautiful site in nature and a quiet picnic to the practical of picking up other people's trash to the finish of letting Gypsy Jim say your weekly sign off. You are a beautiful inspiration and wonderful spirit. Thanks for sharing.
great to see you back at your best..Anxiety is becoming in you and shows you are a great thinker and doer..dont change that for anything or anyone..
At the time the drone scene showed up I started silently screaming: YAS! YAS!
It was breathtaking! Thanks for letting us see the world through your eyes! ❤️
Agree with you Nike. A walk in the outdoors does you a lot of good. Enjoyed seeing Gypsy Jim along for the walk.
Everything you express in & about the storm is spot on! Fear & anxiety are good for us in situations like that. Trust yourself - you are a Very smart & able person & you can handle whatever comes - especially since you take it seriously & think through your options! Thanks for your honesty & candor & keep it coming. Jim is a very cool soul 😀
I love your take on life. When I’m overwhelmed and stressed due to my circumstances, I retreat to nature just like you. It’s people like you that inspire me to get away from the city and enjoy a different way of life. I’m a new subscriber and I just started watching your videos. I’m glad there are women like you in the world doing this.
Peace and Blessings
Bryan from Vancouver
pinebearclub hey Bryan, welcome to Untie The Lines then ☺️.
Happy to hear that my videos get you into nature more. And you have such beautiful nature around you up there! Enjoy it!
Great to have you back Nike. You are right about nature. It does bring you back to life. I just had a similar experience this past weekend. Keep up the good videos. And keep on smiling. You are living the dream even if there are up's and downs.
Hi Nike, I'm happy there's a new season. Being a bit a solo sailor myself, I recognize the anxiety. Each spring, when I start sailing I feel the same, even wondering why I did like it last year. And that's just on a lake I very well know. As time goes by the joy grows. Until the trust is back entirely, just be on the safe side. Better safe than sorry. Calm seas and fair winds to you. God bless.
Abje72 it’s so funny you say that. I sometimes wonder the same thing and ask myself how the hell I could enjoy some of that before 🤣. But you are very right, the joy totally comes back and is a great reward for fighting through the initial anxiety boost!
Thx for sharing, made me feel not so alone with these somewhat weird feelings ☺️
Thanks for sharing your adventure. You're right, a little anxiety is good and keeps you focused. Too much will paralyze you. Hard to get over those feelings but remember you know what you're doing. Trust yourself and your sea(wo)manship.
Beautiful views and waterfall, drone shots were great and inserting coordinates are helpful.
Looking forward to the next video. Enjoy your time out there!
Go Girl! Thanks for being so "open" in sharing where you are at.
You can do it as before , single sailing life is brilliant , all you have to do is think for another pair of hands , think ahead , setting your boat up well is important , keep going your doing so well the world is wanting to share your travels , thanks
1:00 while it is not always suitable, I try to use a fore and aft anchor whenever I can, set with enough slack to be able to swing towards any swell.
Thanks for posting Nike. Nice surprise to see Jim again.
You remind us that happiness is found in the simplicities of life. Thanks for sharing your life with us, Nike 😊
I believe that you are the friend that Jim needs and you are lucky to have him.
Nice to see your videos again. Does In Motion have a website? It's such a noble cause and I am happy to see that many people are embracing cleansing our beaches and oceans of trash.
Viajedelavida thanks for your interest in our in mocean project. We only have Instagram and Facebook so far. You find us under @inmoceanorg. In the long run, we are planning to establish a website as well, but right now we don’t have the time for it in-mocean.org/
I'm looking forward to this season. Taking it step by step and working all the bugs out and getting Karl to behave will put your mind at ease.
brothers I hope so 🤞🤞🤞⛵️🌈
Great to see you back with yourself and Karl of course. Look forward to more. Enjoy..
I thought I was the only one who got anxiety while on the water. I'm very interested to hear Gypsy Jim's story, at least bits and pieces, you know it's good, he's a likable dude.
Jim say's your "Famous Line" More about it next week!
Keep on Truckin' Nike & Jim.
take care in that heat, i went mountain biking all day once in tropical heat (Daintree - AU) and i ended up with heatstroke, i have never been able to handle the heat since. I was lucky we were camped near a cold creek and i was driven back to camp and submerged for 30 mins - probably saved my life
I am really wanting to get into sailing more. My wife and I have three awesome little girls we are raising so it keeps you from just getting up and doing life without some restriction. That being said, hopefully we can start getting into exciting adventures like yours. In the meantime it's cool to watch our videos. You keep it real. I would much rather watch your videos than anything on TV. Stay safe out there kiddo.
Another great video Nike , have fun and stay safe.
I have a similar awareness under such conditions, it's a good thing, we can be in control to a great degree but never perfectly so.
Love the drone shot looking down
OK, I just had to LOL at 2:00. You had been through a vivid thunderstorm and you are telling us how your neighbor Jim dismissed it as irrelevant, yet you can hear a chainsaw starting up in the background. As a person used to dealing with storm damage, I just want to say that thunderstorms, blizzards, monsoons, etc., are of no concern until the chainsaws come out. If you need a tractor, it was far far worse.
I loved the video and I love the people you introduce us to, especially that young couple on the bus with the baby LOL. I'll have to look up Jim on the webz.
pdutube 🤣 well spotted! A really big tree had been cracked by the storm and had fallen on top of a roof which is why the chainsaw was in use ☺️👍
This waterfall footage is great. I also learn from your kind advice about happiness. Best wishes from Melbourne, Australia
So glad your back
Looking forward to your adventures! Find joy is easy in nature and watching your videos.
Those anxieties will keep you alive, don’t dismiss them.
nice to see you back at it. Expressing your fears is good way to get rid of them. I suspect in some ways after hanging with the parent and they leave, you feel the loss of parental security and are forced into the “you” of travel. Gypsy Jim is cool.
Jim the Gypsy seems like another adventurer! Great episode
He surely is. And he had just ordered a GoPro when we went on that hike so maybe you will see some of his own stuff in the future as well :)
Thanks for sharing. I have found the same thing, if I say prepared and up to speed, with things like maintenance, ground tackle and the weather it calms my anxiety about the unknowns. I used to have a habit of starting my engine prior to all big weather events, just to make sure she's ready in an emergency. I think there's a balance to be struck between being prepared but not neurotic. Funny story, years ago for my first big weather event on the hook, wind forecast for 25-35 mph, I sat in the rain, in my cockpit for 2 hrs. at the helm with the engine idling. I have also meet boaters who have the opposite attitude, you know the whole 'island time,' thang, but it usually catches up with them. By all means have a great time but be prepared. Fair winds.
Great video keep it coming your an inspiration for many solo sailers and dreamers. I sold my plane and am looking now for my sailboat. Thanks again Nike
We are currently Northwest Australia have a wharram Tiki 38 I were having a blast Reef Runner out May the tides be with you
You're right about one thing you're very handy with your tools and whatnot and dedicated to Carl but sometimes you got to lift your head and look around and enjoy the view LOL wife and I wish you well sweetheart Reef Runner out
Always enjoy your videos. I feel like Jim has quite the story to tell.
First time here. Delighted that behind oily hands, facial grease stains, and lovely smile, there is a daring, yet, fearful person. Not sure that anxiety and solo boating way out to sea can coalesce under the same skin, but you wear both rather well.
Lol! I didn’t know Barry had a brother! You are a brave lady..thanks for another visit.
You're a tough gal and deserve plenty of respect. Love and hugs and fair winds! Namaste
Great to see you back!
Very nice and so true..nothing like a hike in Nature to get rid of the anxiety bug,hope to hear fron you soon...
schön, dass es endlich weiter geht.
Great episode! Gypsy Jim, one of the world’s characters ... thank goodness for him and folk like him. And huge admiration for you too, Nike. I don’t know any sailors who aren’t apprehensive about the powers of nature ... I’ve been sailing for more than half a century and I still keep a weather eye wide open! In fact, as a singlehanded sailor I keep both weather eyes open. And I did that even when I was the captain of an aircraft carrier ... with 1200 others in my crew, I knew it’s the wind and weather that are beyond our control and that we have to be on watch to manage. Stay well, sail well ... more about that next week. 👍⛵️😅
Jim is the best! nice travels!!!!!
So cool Nike, Can’t wait to have adventures as amazing as yours. I’m almost out of here!
Wow, wow, what a view. Thx for sharing with us.
Know little about as I've just subscribed mostly because of your bravery, okay your beauty as well , but mostly my curiosity of your story. I'll have to start from the beginning. Ciao for now
Nike, it's easy to second guess our emotions and think that experienced sailors would have so much confidence that they would be concerned. But, rest assured that good captains are paying attention as well even when they don't show their emotions. They have learned to keep their heads about them because they must be ready to jump into action. You're becoming that kind of person. You don't seem as frightened as you did in the beginning. Although, maybe anchor so that your boat can safely swing 365 degrees. Smiles!!
I am very safe in Rotterdam city marina tied with 6 lines to the dock but every time I wake up at night I check if the lampposts are still where they should be :-)
Very sweet video!
so good Nike... pure and real...
We loved Boca Chica. We also had a ball there. In fact we anchored where you were. How cool is the Tiki Bar? Some great Fridays there.
Cheers
I just found this channel and have watched many episodes. I can identify closely with Nike`s personality, her ethos on `life` and her love of the planet. It`s a very brave and beautiful thing she is doing, taking on the world, her world.. I don`t know her personally but I am able to `see` her clearly. Her videos fill me with emotion, all of them beautiful in their own way.
I wish you Nike, all good things on your travels.
All being well I`ll be setting sail on a similar journey late next year, there are a million reasons why but really, so I can just `be`.. Also really, and far moreso for watching these.. I just can`t wait!
Thank you Nike, for posting your journey.
Nice video, well done. Question, do you own hiking shoes? Walking trails in slip flops is not a good idea. You can always put them in your pack if you want to have them with you. 👍👍
I man with wisdom......
And I really can understand your `fear`the first days on board.
Have a nice tilme...cheers from norway
Great video...beautiful spot...thanks for sharing.
I loved Jim's 'And more about that next week"
Glad to see you are back.
This is definitely your style Thanks
First good adventure. That was quite the climb but you and Jim made it look easy. The waterfall excursion was definitely worth the effort. What a spectacular view and such a fantastic place to go for a dip and cool off. I felt sorry for Gypsy Jim. He seemed like the years of solo sailing had begun to weigh on him. I got the feeling he was on a ride he couldn't get off even if he wanted to but maybe I'm reading too much into his life from just a little glimpse.
You are so amazing!!!!!!! ❤️
YOU ARE AMAZING
Your courage is enormous :)
LOL great episode, totally know what you are saying, nothing like a good thunders storm at night to get sailors on edge. probably hardwired from the stone-age (or before)
BTW forgot to say really enjoyed the episode with your parents, have not heard german "chatter" in ages, all good stuff.
I really think talking about your depression must help.
Thanks for sharing.
Love your videos
Nice drone piloting. You must have been a bit nervous flying over that high cliff. Jim's cool.
Sure, Just check on your anchor drag alarm and enjoy
I remember the comments of a jet test pilot about how he managed fear, he said he was lucky because he had little imagination so did not dwell on what might happen ! it might be a good time to step back and reassess where you are now - personally, I think you are beyond Karl, you are ready for a better boat. You have done wonders to make him safe for his next owner so don't be sad about it. You might enjoy basing yourself somewhere more sociable as well (a good party with people your own age can do wonders). Just a few musings of mine.
So silly i had to reply.
Karl is as good as any boat for cruising. karl has had every single system rebuilt and nike knows that boat like the back of her hand cause she did it all. She has done everything. New rigging, sails,engine,electronics and all the other essentials. Karl is ready for the south pacific.
Nike is ready too but she just does not know it yet.
I also think she should take at least 1 person who knows sailing maybe 2 with her on her crossing into the south pacific. Just to give her company and to take the anxiety out of her.
Just one question - if money was no object, could you find a better boat than Karl, of course you could, we all could. I agree with you that Nike could take a sailing dinghy across the Pacific with her eyes shut! She's my hero in terms of her courage, work effort and competence. it is enjoyable to have competent crew, I definitely agree with that too.
@@tossed_about another silly question dude. Of coarse money is a object for everyone.
I dont agree with the dingy comment. She is just a few years sailing and yes she has learned much and sailed far but experience is still not on her side . Sailors are always learning.
But knowing youre boat is the most important part of cruising. Not how much money youre boat cost. Or its reputation. But knowing that every nook and craney on the boat you have been there.
I am guessing you have never owned a vessel before.
Once you put the kind of energy and time reguardless of how much money spent,the boat becomes part of you. You know exactly when something is not right.
And that takes years.
I am sure she would not trade up or down .karl is her boat.
Dick measuring contests are the silly things .. the only thing I am embarrassed about is not being a patron. Given your robust support of Karl I hope you are.
@@tossed_about no i am not a patreon. I have my own boat that is 45 years old and needs every single dollar i can get my hands on. And i have a young giflfriend who acts much the same way. And i am retired
Youre anxiety is justified. A lightning strike will do massive damage.
It happens a lot. But surprisingly not more often considering the 50 foot masts on our boats .Its my worst nightmare.
I have had 4 friends boats anchored next to me over the years who have had direct hits. Massive damage .everything from holes in the boat to fire on the boat.
Its no joke.
Kevin Costner you’re the first person I’ve heard tell of lightning strikes
What a beautiful video, Would love to see Jim's boat he is quite a character...... Keep Well
Great done footage 👍❤
Hi Nike. I have terrible anchor anxiety when I am by myself and the wind starts picking up. The shrouds on my boat also start singing an ominous tune even at 10 to 15 kts. Being anchored near land does not help either. Have you thought out a plan if the anchor starts to drag?
JohnnyA AA = anchor anxiety 🤣 🤣🤣. Strategy depends on where anchored and what’s around (boats / rocks etc). If free then pick up and re-anchor when squall is over or in a spot where it’s easy to anchor during the storm. Otherwise try to support with engine (e.g. if possibly another boat sits above my anchor). If you have room putting out more chain and let it reset might help, too. I think it really depends on your situation. But I usually do go through a “what if” plan in a situation like that.
So far I have picked up anchor and re-anchored, leave anchor and chain behind with a fender on the end (someone dragged on top of me and got his rudder stuck in my chain), head out and anchor after storm with second anchor and just simply supporting a bit with my engine (cause usually the storms are short 1/2 hour to 3/4 hour ones here.
What’s your strategy?
Hi Nike,a little caution never hurts,but I know it can escalate into panic fairly quickly.
But you are a good sailer,and Karl will watch out for you.
I think I've underestimated a walk a few times myself,that is an awesome waterfall,and the long walk becomes insignificant after you can recharge from nature.And nice to have Gypsy Jim along again.
Thanks for sharing,see you next week😊
Your still learning to be on your own. It's normal to be a bit apprehensive at times. Keeps your guard up. relax your doing great and everyday is a learning experience.
That's what a good seaman shoud, do, You are much better for doing what you need to do, I appaude you, regards Sam.
Thanks for sharing.
You have such courage & Jim sounds a bit like Keith Richards :)
He really does!
He's the real deal.
What kind of boat does Jim have?
That’s not Jim! That is Keith Richards.
I didn't make the connection until you wrote it - absolutely spot on!
Great video
You seem like such a sweet and wonderful person, love the channel btw, cheers.
The first pic of the waterfall I laughed.....then Wow.
nike... thanks for a sweet vid. I'm curious, if asked how you would respond. In 3 to 5 years If I have accomplished -------(fill in the blank) I will be satisfied and fulfilled. What are you moving forwards to and what are you moving away from. In other words... what do I feel I must accomplish and what am I most afraid of doing, not doing or what is a regret that I must avoid.
This formula or one similar is making an effort to ensure that you are going to be happy with the results of your actions in the coming years. Thanks and I love your toughness and ingenuity. You a an awesome engineer! Best to you! much respect and admiration Captain.
Don Alexander hi Don, i can’t really say that i have a five year plan / goal. The general plan is to do what makes me happy and try not to get stuck in something that I think that others expect me to do. So I constantly try to evaluate where I am at, how I feel about it and if I would rather do something different and if so, what would it be.
I have to admit that it is mostly the tough times when Karl gives me a big challenge that I ask myself those questions and not in the moments of happiness. But I assume that fits the plan...because if happiness is the goal then why question ur position if you are happy.
So far, Karl and this journey have always “won” the comparison with other things i might like to do.
Maybe the only thing that is there that I would like to accomplish is to do an ocean crossing with Karl. It’s something I wanted to try and see how it feels and I have not done it yet (for various reasons). So I guess that’s the only thing that I could answer to your question ☺️.
Don Alexander hi Don, i can’t really say that i have a five year plan / goal. The general plan is to do what makes me happy and try not to get stuck in something that I think that others expect me to do. So I constantly try to evaluate where I am at, how I feel about it and if I would rather do something different and if so, what would it be.
I have to admit that it is mostly the tough times when Karl gives me a big challenge that I ask myself those questions and not in the moments of happiness. But I assume that fits the plan...because if happiness is the goal then why question ur position if you are happy.
So far, Karl and this journey have always “won” the comparison with other things i might like to do.
Maybe the only thing that is there that I would like to accomplish is to do an ocean crossing with Karl. It’s something I wanted to try and see how it feels and I have not done it yet (for various reasons). So I guess that’s the only thing that I could answer to your question ☺️.
IMO it's a wise thing to be respectful of thunderstorms. They are big and powerful, especially if you are on small boat.
So I wouldn't worry too much much about being nervous/anxious about them.
Shhzzz, ever wonder why so many sailors are drinking rum? Liquid courage, sleeping medicine!
Thanks for posting. Tina says the waterfall was beautiful. Is there a link to MOcean? i have trash collection pics to submit if you like!
Grins you can find us on Facebook and Instagram under @inmoceanorg. Our website is not really there yet 😬 www.in-mocean.org
Nice ♥️👍
Nice, this long hot walk and then you say, here it is, the water fall... i was looking at this water going over Little Rock’s, you really had me going, What! and than you reveal it, very nice 👍Don’t do that again 😂
Happy Ness is great, meaning, however is a better aiming point.
"Lovely background of chain-saws" sehr gut!
I envy you. But I'm also very happy for you! Enjoy the little things!
Good times. I hope to meet you one day!
No worries sweetheart you take care of karl so Karl will take care of you the wife and I loved your blog been waiting for you hated to hear about the fuel tank dilemma but we're glad your parents had a great time
lovely video and great message. :)
Nature = therapy.
Yes second coffee, no sinking!!
Nike let's be honest most people would like to do what you and your friends do to sail around the sea and enjoy the beautiful nature but people really don't have the guts you have. when I'm ready I'll come too. and until then I enjoy your videos greetings Chris
What app do you use for your anchor alarm?
etma01 it’s my navigation app called SEAiq Open. It’s integrated in that app. It’s a bit like open cpn but for iPad
WhiteSpotPirates awesome thank you will take a look
Jim ❤️❤️❤️
Jim clearly walks his own path. :)
T think that you have found the answer, Nike. Enjoy life.
You meet the most interesting people when on the go......