No, land is not a sailboats friend. Once you set sail you have only two enemies, big waves and rocks. Deep water is your friend, wide oceans are your sanctuary. Be very weary of heading for shore in a storm. The shore is rocks. You are sailors, you must let go of the shore, and learn to stay safe in big waves. I was a delivery skipper for 20 years. I never left the dock without a proper sea anchor, (Pardy style) ready to deploy from the cockpit. Your beautiful boat will carry all of your dreams to the top of every wave and beyond. Always have a sea anchor, and never race for the shore. Write that down.
A sea anchor looks like a parachute and works like a massive brake in the water. Use a sea anchor when you want to stop as much of the boats travel through the water as possible, if you were being pushed toward a lee shore, for example. While a drogue is similar it can be used to "moderate" the boat's speed, depending on how much of it is paid out. It just creates drag. A big old car tire on the end of a line can be quite effective. It is worth having both. You will find youtube videos on all of this. Happy sailing! @@sailing1stwatch
Even dying at sea is much better than living a non-life of unquiet desperation on land. I plan to buy a Cheoy Lee 33 ketch, 48 years old, and sail off into the sunset. And encounter no end of grief. So be it.
So often, with costal cruising, one is thinking that you need to make the destination achorage by nightfall, so you end up motoring all the time. But when you are doing the big puddle jump, it really doesn't make a lot of difference as to whether the passage takes 4 weeks or 6, so you might as well just chill and accept what mother nature gives you.
Anxiety has to be a thing, especially on the first few days. No winds, sickness, big winds and seas, bad sleep, etc. Dreams of what is to come is a big motivator!!!
If you head out across the Pacific, you will encounter more of this ... best to be prepared with a satellite phone, lots of extra fuel, "air conditioning" that runs EASILY on your solar panels, and a good water system.
The bittersweet realities of sailing were so expertly presented to all of us wishing we were there beside you. Imagine adventuring through these conditions, makes the next four years seem like sweet honey, mangoes, and the smell of the local ports you journey, a worthwhile trade off. You will be able to handle anything thrown your way. Have a safe journey, glad your feeling better and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime. 💨 ⚓️🌊
little hint that might help you guys out, when cooking bacon, cut strips in half, they are easier to handle and the cook faster which means less gas use ... when trying to use cutting board or trying to fix a plate of food when seas are ruff, put a towel down and it won`t slide allover counter ....... Safe Travels .... SV Willow on the D/L
Thanks for the tip on the cloth under the cutting board/cookware. A few people have mentioned that and I've given it a go and it seems to work much better! Too bad I didn't know this tip on our crossing! Cheers!
Always reef before night. If the weather comes up at night, you are ready. Changing sails at night in a blow is dangerous and frightening. Just trying to help.
@@SailingOneLife I have sailed 200,000 miles including 11 transatlantics and four times across the Pacific. I reef when the wind blows harder. If your skills and gear aren't up to reefing at night you need to stay home.
Or not...if ya can't do it in the day,you won't be able to in the dark! Nighttime is for sailing too...sure if weather's looking dodgey,but a good watch will spot it....and reef then... Just get sailing!
Having sailed the Pacific a number of times, not actually under sail but it is still called sailing, I cannot help but wonder if you all REALLY know just how big the Pacific is. It is one thing to look at it on a chart. Quite another to actually experience it. It is truly amazing.
Thanks for finally putting up the Super Thanks button! I know YT takes a bit, but sooooo easy to support our pals Brooke and Gary.....looking forward to the watch! Enjoy a mango, guava, pineapple on us! Hope all well and fun!!! Hugs! 🤗
Aw thanks so much Obie and Laurie! we finally figured out how to turn on the button. 😂 We will have mangos and some ice cream too! Big hugs to you two!
For you and everyone else cooking under way: to keep your cutting board in place, put it on a dampened dish- or hand-towel. Pained me to see you struggling in the galley. Good voyage.
It would be nice to see you guys secure the dingy upside down on your fore deck. Many sailors have lost theirs by big waves ripping the them off along with the dingy davits, Great video and hate that you both got sick one after the other in the first week that had to be tough for sure. All the Very Best. Jim Rodgers
Hi Jim! Yes, we thought long and hard about this. Our issue is with our dinghy on our foredeck, it is in the way of our staysail. We opted to be able to use our staysail and risk the dinghy on the davits.
Sure is a bummer y’all are fighting that bug. Sorry about that and hope y’all are feeling better by now. Thanks SO SO MUCH for bringing us along! Wishing y’all the best!
When you are out on the foredeck I’d like to see you both tethered to the life line. Going overboard at sea while underway isn’t a good thing. A great v-log and I’m looking forward to watching your adventure. Good luck!
Hi there :) We should tether in more often, you are right! Sometimes it's hard to move around on the foredeck strapped in but much better than the alternative! Thanks for coming along with us!
Hi guys. Catching up on your videos. Was watching when you struggled with your asym. You might have gotten already but just in case. You really need a shackle that releases under load at the tack. You release it and the sail blows away from the boat and you can shade it from wind with the main. Stay safe.
I Have binge watched your adventures and you two are so inspirational. You are truly living a dream and have convinced me that I need to buy a boat when I retire and see the world. Wishing you both safety and happiness in your future adventures.
I’m sure you’ve answered this before. Do you normally stay healthy on a long run with no exposure to others? Love your positive attitudes and never ending smiles!
Great video that captures all the emotional highs and lows of a passage. The lows build experience that nothing can stop you from going forward in life and the highs are forever in the memory banks as some of the best days of your lives. ❤
You poor things! I have a chefs tip for you though - put a wet towel or dishcloth under the cuttingboard. It will stay still. And the plates - do like the Wynns - put a line of silicon under. Fair winds! /Catta
Your dream are coming true and you only have the two of you to blame! Love it when dreams come true! Happy sailing and may the wind be always on your back! (Star board?❤ from 🇨🇦
I've been watching your channel for about a year, don't think I have missed one episode. Anyone watching can see all the effort you both have put in to get to this point in your lives. I will continue to live vicariously through one life. One day we hope to embark on a journey like you all are accomplishing! Fair Winds and Following Seas!
Hi there! Ah wow, thank you for coming along with us on this journey! We appreciate you sending the good vibes our way. Hopefully you can get out on the big blue soon!
At the risk of sounding mean, I'm glad you grew your hair and your beard.. you don't look so much like a dork...lol you look like a sailor now.. LOL I love watching sailing videos , you two are a couple of my favorites.... I like spirit animal to, they make me laugh.... keep living the dream my friends , you're a lucky man... you got a beautiful wife and a beautiful life....
That is So awesome maybe you can find Colin and Crew on SV Parlay they doing the Same Trip but they are on a Catamaran . It be sweet if you can Catch them. Good luck
Thy sea, O God, so great, My boat so small. It cannot be that any happy fate Will me befall Save as Thy goodness opens paths for me Through the consuming vastness of the sea. Thy winds, O God, so strong, So slight my sail. How could I curb and bit them on the long And saltry trail, Unless Thy love were mightier than the wrath Of all the tempests that beset my path? Thy world, O God, so fierce, And I so frail. Yet, though its arrows threaten oft to pierce My fragile mail, Cities of refuge rise where dangers cease, Sweet silences abound, and all is peace. fair winds and calm seas, good luck
Yay! Brook and Gary! I am so happy for you guys. I been following your adventures for about a year now. You always inspire me with your fantastic teamwork. I will be with you both on this adventure in spirit anyway.
You two are doing a great job finding your way in the unknown and becoming what's been your calling for so long. 'Great seeing you taking this step in destiny. Highest Blessings
Great video. Too bad about your colds. Flying fish taste great you know. Barbados is known for flying fish. A flying fish sandwich with pepper sauce is the best. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
Hello, good morning, well I wanted to tell you that being in the convergence zone you must observe the weather every 90 minutes and it is not recommended in this area to hoist the spy, do not risk speed for comfort, good fortune and they are going very well
Good video. Watching from Kaohsiung, Taiwan where my wife is taking an ASA101 course. Crossing the Pacific seems an ocean away from practicing tacking, gybing and man over board in Chinese!
I'm getting addicted to some of the sailing channels out there. You sailor's are the 1% that have the mental fortitude, resilience, emotional intelligence and zest for life that is needed to do this! Incredible!
What a pleasure to see a contrast between white beaches and bikini girls to describe "ocean crossing". Real life is so much more satisfying to watch and just feeling the hope that you will feel better to get back to where you think you ought to be in that ocean crossing. The effort to make these videos when sick is really worth it. Well done and I hope you both feel better soon so YOU can enjoy the crossing.
We had the exact same rug! Those ocean sunsets and sunrises are amazing. Put those flying fish on a hook or in a frying pan. I can't imagine going across the Pacific. Thankfully I have never been seasick, but it's just too long at sea for me. Good on you for conquering it!
We discussed this but with the boat all ready to go, we knew a few days stop we would then have to re-provision fresh fruit and veg, re-hoist the dinghy, etc etc. So we decided to keep pushing.
Thanks for your great video - it’s the first time I’ve seen your channel. We are also sailing around the world on SV Knot So Bad and also have a video channel on RUclips. I note you have Starlink - we recently got ours and are very pleased with it but as we approach the Pacific ( we are currently in Aruba) I’m concerned about what will happen when we leave the Caribbean - would you mind telling me what contract you guys have - we are currently on the roaming contract and bought our Starlink in Trinidad. Many thanks and keep posting. John & Sandra
Hi guys! We will check out your channel! Happy to chat about our experience with Starlink. It would be easier to type a proper reply via email. Would you mind to drop us a note at sailingonelife@gmail.com ?
I can’t imagine how hard it would be to be rolling around like that day after day! Really interesting to see what you do during the day and how hard it is to make meals!
Interesting situation. One almost wonders , as would an astronaut, if one should isolate for at least a week before sailing across the seas. That way you know your going to be good, as after all, the fastest I've seen is 19 days, longest is 60 days. So, being able to handle just about anything is very important ! Imagine sick and SOLO ! Wow. Prepping food, well, yah, that is what someone could do during that isolation time, 5 days minimum. My two fridges would keep it in good shape. That said, typically, 4 days out, things settle down regardless. I LOVE one life, your boat is basic, your channel name is awesome, and you two are inspiring. Thanks. People always throw those flying fish back in as they are fatty and stink. That makes them excellent bait though. Dolphins love them but are smart enough to notice a hook.
Yeah, you know we planned for lots of scenarios but getting colds right out of the gate was not one! We have a fridge and freezer onboard and both were stuffed with food. No room for prepared meals. My logic was if it was too rough to cook, we probably wouldn't feel like eating anyway. 🤣
Thank you for sharing your story. It feeds my soul. I am "touched, moved and inspired". The details of my dream differs from yours. However, the intention is the same. To get out there, follow the dream, come what may and, don't listen to the naysayers. One can start from 0 experience. Put in the work, train, practice and become competent. This is so refreshing. I spent the last week being told, NO, Not Possible, Bad idea, Try something different. I think I needed to hear it all. It was a test. I say that because in the face of it my heart and mind hasn't changed. I didn't take it on as my limit. I realized it was theirs. Best of luck. Thank you again.
Hey Michael! We agree, it is not your limit, it is theirs. There will always be naysayers, keep chasing your dream! With determination, resilience and hard work, anything is possible! Happy New Year!! 🥂💙
It's on now! From the frying pan into the fire. So far you two are doing great through the challenges. Those flying fish, when they're even smaller than that first one you showed, are very colorful and remind me of the fancy guppies in a pet shop. Safe passage !
Hi both What a great video (the real world) highs and lows. With you both not feeling well and the toilet not working, I really feel for you! Hope you feel better soon. Keep your chin up👍🥰🥰🏴
Hey John! Just sent you a message on Patreon. Thanks for the tip on bacon. I (Brooke) am a total weirdo and only eat fatty bacon 'limpy' and I've slowly converted Gary into eating it this way too. 🤣 I know, most people find it disgusting that way.
I am enjoying this adventure along with you as I did with Sailing Zatara. I have sorta binged watched many of your previous video logs. Since I am a Florida senior and my adventurous years are behind me I love living vicariously through you guys. Be safe and fun journey.
Such a great video! So happy to getting to see the beginning of your journey! I can’t imagine how hard it must be fighting off sickness and dealing with conditions like those. But you guys are champs! If you can make it through this, you can make it through anything!
Can't think of a more difficult situatiuon ... hope you get well soon Brooke. At least Gary ... let me correct that, hopefully together you can each use a little energy to sail safely. Advice from a land lubber, like me, should be taken with a pinch of salt! Brave ,,, brave ,,, brave ...
Hear your background story was pretty amazing. A little crazy, but for us the viewers, so glad you did it. You're a groovy couple. The start of your latest trip sucks. Both getting really sick and the head going down. I think most people would of turned the boat around and gone back to port. Hang in there. At least you got tacos. Stay safe and stay groovy. PS you need to purchase a cheap camping porta potty.
Hey Mark! Ha yeah we may be a little crazy but doesn't everyone have some level of crazy?! 😂 Thanks for always rooting for us out here. See ya next episode!
This was actually an awesome video. I'm sorry you had to deal with having a cold, but we got a good portrayal of the realities of what sailing can truly be. We all love the wonderful sunrises and sunsets. We enjoy the times that it's all smooth sailing and you're just kicked back and relaxed. Those of us watching along probably forget that all the fantastic locations and beautiful vistas we get to see ,are tempered with You two actually working through the unseen by us travails the ocean throws your way. This was a good example of why I enjoy your vids so much, we see reality, and you just work through the hardships with a smile. Hopefully smooth sailing is ahead.
What a great moment to be heading out. Hope Gary gets better. Yay the wind. Wow, rough, but nice to see it calming down a bit. Oh no, hope Brooke gets better soon as well. I feel for you guys, I hope things get better all round for you. Well done for making Tacos in that roll. Love the vlog :)
My family and I have used colloidal silver for about 15 years now. It's great to help fight different bacteria and viruses. We don't leave home without it when we go on vacation. It would probably be a great addition to your sailboat medicine cabinet.
Wow, great job you 2 I was totally immersed in this episode, and was bummed when it ended. Hopefully by now y’all are feeling better and have some naughty miles behind you. Best of luck and look forward to the continued adventures of Gary and Brooke!
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No, land is not a sailboats friend. Once you set sail you have only two enemies, big waves and rocks. Deep water is your friend, wide oceans are your sanctuary. Be very weary of heading for shore in a storm. The shore is rocks. You are sailors, you must let go of the shore, and learn to stay safe in big waves. I was a delivery skipper for 20 years. I never left the dock without a proper sea anchor, (Pardy style) ready to deploy from the cockpit. Your beautiful boat will carry all of your dreams to the top of every wave and beyond. Always have a sea anchor, and never race for the shore. Write that down.
Hi Charlie! We agree, land is not a sailboats friend. Thanks for the well wishes!
Great advice.
I’m not a sailor but that sounds like great advice !
What is a sea anchor? And what are your thoughts on Droges?
A sea anchor looks like a parachute and works like a massive brake in the water. Use a sea anchor when you want to stop as much of the boats travel through the water as possible, if you were being pushed toward a lee shore, for example. While a drogue is similar it can be used to "moderate" the boat's speed, depending on how much of it is paid out. It just creates drag. A big old car tire on the end of a line can be quite effective. It is worth having both. You will find youtube videos on all of this. Happy sailing! @@sailing1stwatch
Even dying at sea is much better than living a non-life of unquiet desperation on land. I plan to buy a Cheoy Lee 33 ketch, 48 years old, and sail off into the sunset. And encounter no end of grief. So be it.
Life at sea is a good way to be! ⛵
O man, many sailors die on the sea too but they do not write books or make YT videos :(
-and very expensive? ;)
Did u buy it ? ❤
I think anyone who can live on a boat going across the Pacific and still are together, are strong people.
Hi there! Thank you:) yes, it's not easy at times!
So often, with costal cruising, one is thinking that you need to make the destination achorage by nightfall, so you end up motoring all the time. But when you are doing the big puddle jump, it really doesn't make a lot of difference as to whether the passage takes 4 weeks or 6, so you might as well just chill and accept what mother nature gives you.
Yes, very true! 💨⛵
Anxiety has to be a thing, especially on the first few days. No winds, sickness, big winds and seas, bad sleep, etc. Dreams of what is to come is a big motivator!!!
Hey Thomas! 100% anxiety levels were high at first but we had our eyes set on the bigger picture so we were able to stay focused on that.
This is, without a doubt, the most realistic account of sea life on a small craft that i've ever seen. Thank you!
Hey Walt! We appreciate you coming along with us!
@@SailingOneLife Hopefully I'll be doing my own sailing within the next year or two. I would prefer this week but I have my doubts LOL
Happy to see the realism you guys bring to this adventure nice job holding it together . Onward we go no matter what !!!
Thanks, David! Absolutely, onward we go! 🙌⛵
have to agree ! Keep on rolling for a new day ,adventures...and if she is doing oke ,she will bring good nice sunny days..
I always used these flying fish as bait, and it always worked as a chalm
Flying fish as bait is a great idea!
If you head out across the Pacific, you will encounter more of this ... best to be prepared with a satellite phone, lots of extra fuel, "air conditioning" that runs EASILY on your solar panels, and a good water system.
We agree on all the above!
The bittersweet realities of sailing were so expertly presented to all of us wishing we were there beside you. Imagine adventuring through these conditions, makes the next four years seem like sweet honey, mangoes, and the smell of the local ports you journey, a worthwhile trade off. You will be able to handle anything thrown your way. Have a safe journey, glad your feeling better and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime. 💨 ⚓️🌊
Thank you! We really appreciate your comment! It was our goal to show what it is really like out here. Happy to see that came through on the video.
For God’s sake,, hook in before going on the deck. Be safe.
little hint that might help you guys out, when cooking bacon, cut strips in half, they are easier to handle and the cook faster which means less gas use ... when trying to use cutting board or trying to fix a plate of food when seas are ruff, put a towel down and it won`t slide allover counter ....... Safe Travels .... SV Willow on the D/L
Thanks for the tip on the cloth under the cutting board/cookware. A few people have mentioned that and I've given it a go and it seems to work much better! Too bad I didn't know this tip on our crossing! Cheers!
Always reef before night. If the weather comes up at night, you are ready. Changing sails at night in a blow is dangerous and frightening. Just trying to help.
Yes, agreed! Always easier and safer to reef sails before the sun goes down.
@@SailingOneLife I have sailed 200,000 miles including 11 transatlantics and four times across the Pacific. I reef when the wind blows harder. If your skills and gear aren't up to reefing at night you need to stay home.
@@deerfootnz your epeen is making the internet worse than it already is. Keep it to yourself or be constructive.
Or not...if ya can't do it in the day,you won't be able to in the dark!
Nighttime is for sailing too...sure if weather's looking dodgey,but a good watch will spot it....and reef then...
Just get sailing!
@@deerfootnzsame credentials here...these guys are fannying about too much....jeez,wind it in if it blows....
Having sailed the Pacific a number of times, not actually under sail but it is still called sailing, I cannot help but wonder if you all REALLY know just how big the Pacific is.
It is one thing to look at it on a chart. Quite another to actually experience it.
It is truly amazing.
Thank you! Yes, the Pacific Ocean is huge!
Thanks for finally putting up the Super Thanks button! I know YT takes a bit, but sooooo easy to support our pals Brooke and Gary.....looking forward to the watch! Enjoy a mango, guava, pineapple on us! Hope all well and fun!!! Hugs! 🤗
Aw thanks so much Obie and Laurie! we finally figured out how to turn on the button. 😂 We will have mangos and some ice cream too! Big hugs to you two!
Great video! Love how well you captured the reality of the crossing and thanks for letting us follow along!
Thanks for coming along with us and being our land support, Matt!
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For you and everyone else cooking under way: to keep your cutting board in place, put it on a dampened dish- or hand-towel. Pained me to see you struggling in the galley. Good voyage.
Thanks for the tip! I'll try this!
@SailingOneLife my advice was going to be installing magnetic strips in the future so you can place the cutting board and it'll stay.
It only gets better from here... The sunsets are remarkable...
Thank you! Looking forward to sharing our next episode!
It would be nice to see you guys secure the dingy upside down on your fore deck. Many sailors have lost theirs by big waves ripping the them off along with the dingy davits, Great video and hate that you both got sick one after the other in the first week that had to be tough for sure. All the Very Best. Jim Rodgers
Hi Jim! Yes, we thought long and hard about this. Our issue is with our dinghy on our foredeck, it is in the way of our staysail. We opted to be able to use our staysail and risk the dinghy on the davits.
Always leave a long rope, trailing out the back of the boat in case you fall overboard and have something to grab
Sure is a bummer y’all are fighting that bug. Sorry about that and hope y’all are feeling better by now. Thanks SO SO MUCH for bringing us along! Wishing y’all the best!
Luckily we got over it pretty quickly! Looking forward to sharing our next video!
When you are out on the foredeck I’d like to see you both tethered to the life line. Going overboard at sea while underway isn’t a good thing. A great v-log and I’m looking forward to watching your adventure. Good luck!
Hi there :) We should tether in more often, you are right! Sometimes it's hard to move around on the foredeck strapped in but much better than the alternative! Thanks for coming along with us!
jackline tethers are much safer than lifelines and preferably close to the boat's centreline.
Hi guys. Catching up on your videos. Was watching when you struggled with your asym. You might have gotten already but just in case. You really need a shackle that releases under load at the tack. You release it and the sail blows away from the boat and you can shade it from wind with the main. Stay safe.
Hi there! Thanks for the tip on the shackle. We will have to pick one up the next time we are somewhere we can source it.
First video I watched and totally fun. Chopping for tacos and the end was best. Love Rocky Point. Now gotta check out your other videos. Thanks
Hey Jay! Thanks for stopping by! We hope you enjoy some of our other videos as well!
Heavy colds rolly seas and inevitable seasickness and you both still manage to smile a lot, even if it was just for the camera you're still stars.
Ah thanks, Ian! There wasn't too much else we could do but laugh it off and smile!
I Have binge watched your adventures and you two are so inspirational. You are truly living a dream and have convinced me that I need to buy a boat when I retire and see the world. Wishing you both safety and happiness in your future adventures.
Hi there :) Thank you for joining us on this journey! We look forward to crossing paths one day. ⛵🙌
I’m sure you’ve answered this before. Do you normally stay healthy on a long run with no exposure to others? Love your positive attitudes and never ending smiles!
Hi there! This is the first time either of us has been sick like this during a sail. Typically we stay pretty healthy.
That's a rough 6 days start....we feel for you. Lazy sunny days to come soon!
Ugh yes, not how we wanted to start out a long sail but luckily we recovered pretty quickly.
Great video that captures all the emotional highs and lows of a passage. The lows build experience that nothing can stop you from going forward in life and the highs are forever in the memory banks as some of the best days of your lives. ❤
Thanks, Bob! Really appreciate your comment. We definitely felt every range of emotion during this sail. An experience of a lifetime!
Love you guys. Hope you have a wonderful sail out into the blue.
Thanks so much, Scott! 💙
I did everything you are up too. Remember… Life ALWAYS GOES BACK TOO GOOD. Best of luck and welcome too Sailing ❤. Richard
Hi Richard, thank you! We appreciate the good vibes!
You poor things! I have a chefs tip for you though - put a wet towel or dishcloth under the cuttingboard. It will stay still. And the plates - do like the Wynns - put a line of silicon under. Fair winds! /Catta
Thanks for the tip on the dish towel! I'll give it a go.
Great video. A lucky man
Thanks, Kevin! Appreciate it!
Great video, thanks very much. Just a little advice, put a cloth under the cutting board and at will stay in place. Fair winds
Thank you! We will try that out!
Great job! You may not get favorable winds until you cross the equator. Please be patient.
Thank you! 🙌⛵
Great video showing us the start of your crossing, especially with you two being sick and putting up with big swells.
Thank you! Luckily the colds didn't linger too long.
Your dream are coming true and you only have the two of you to blame! Love it when dreams come true!
Happy sailing and may the wind be always on your back! (Star board?❤ from 🇨🇦
Thank you so much! 💙⛵
I've been watching your channel for about a year, don't think I have missed one episode. Anyone watching can see all the effort you both have put in to get to this point in your lives. I will continue to live vicariously through one life. One day we hope to embark on a journey like you all are accomplishing! Fair Winds and Following Seas!
Hi there! Ah wow, thank you for coming along with us on this journey! We appreciate you sending the good vibes our way. Hopefully you can get out on the big blue soon!
Oh brooke feeling your pain and overwhelmedness but love your candor and spirit , loved the video
Hi Rikki! Thank you! Hope you are doing great. Where are you now? 💜
Sorry for your rough start. Glad you guys were feeling better after a few days. Great to be along. Cheers 🥂
Hi Trent! Thanks for coming along and always rooting for us out here! :)
Admire the adventure you are living! Kudos. Trust the worst is behind you
Thank you, Bruno! ⛵🙌
At the risk of sounding mean, I'm glad you grew your hair and your beard.. you don't look so much like a dork...lol you look like a sailor now.. LOL I love watching sailing videos , you two are a couple of my favorites.... I like spirit animal to, they make me laugh.... keep living the dream my friends , you're a lucky man... you got a beautiful wife and a beautiful life....
We love Spirit Animal as well! Such a fun couple! And yes, that was the 'corporate' Gary look. He's now salty sailor Gary. 🙌⛵
@@SailingOneLife he looks better as a salty sailor
'... further from the safety of land' Interesting, that is exactly the opposite of my feelings!! Good luck to you and fair winds.
Yes, that is true too! Land is a frightening place sometimes!
I knew the owner of your boat builder, sailed with him from the boat show at Annapolis to the Miami show on a 60 ft
Ah cool, was it Steve Lippincott?
That is So awesome maybe you can find Colin and Crew on SV Parlay they doing the Same Trip but they are on a Catamaran . It be sweet if you can Catch them. Good luck
We love Parlay and crew! 🍻🥳
Thy sea, O God, so great,
My boat so small.
It cannot be that any happy fate
Will me befall
Save as Thy goodness opens paths for me
Through the consuming vastness of the sea.
Thy winds, O God, so strong,
So slight my sail.
How could I curb and bit them on the long
And saltry trail,
Unless Thy love were mightier than the wrath
Of all the tempests that beset my path?
Thy world, O God, so fierce,
And I so frail.
Yet, though its arrows threaten oft to pierce
My fragile mail,
Cities of refuge rise where dangers cease,
Sweet silences abound, and all is peace.
fair winds and calm seas, good luck
Thank you! 💙⛵
Congratulations! You are on your way. I love how comfortable your cockpit looks. I’ll be following your passage.
Hi David! We love our new enclosed cockpit. So nice to be able to zip ourselves in and stay dry!
Awesome, these challenges are what make us but Gary oh my God you're clean shaven faceing the beginning compared to the beard wow, You're the man!
Bwahahaha we call that look 'corporate' Gary. He has transitioned nicely into 'salty' Gary.
Yay! Brook and Gary! I am so happy for you guys. I been following your adventures for about a year now. You always inspire me with your fantastic teamwork. I will be with you both on this adventure in spirit anyway.
Hi Jay! Thanks for coming along with us! We really appreciate you cheering us on out here.
Super cool your doing it and hang in there for the rough stuff coming your way be safe you 2,, love watching you guys.
Thanks, Brian!
Wow!!! That's gotta be, hands down, the most inspiring opening! I'm pumped
Thank you! 🙌⛵
Great Video. I wanted to be there with you guys and take a watch to let you both start feeling better.
Ah thank you! Thankfully our colds only lasted a few days!
You two are doing a great job finding your way in the unknown and becoming what's been your calling for so long. 'Great seeing you taking this step in destiny. Highest Blessings
Thank you so much! We appreciate the good vibes!
Hope you both are feeling better fast!! Good for you, for finding joy in journey.
Thank you! All good now!
Ooooh, I love yall's spray dodger twice as see thru as most ,wow !! Nice
Thank you! It was a real pain in the butt to make it like that! 😂 But worth the view now!
Hi you two, Always happy to see your smiling faces, Yeah, Sushi is good for bugs at sea. Throw out a couple lines. Best to you always. .
Hi David! Thank you :) At this point in the passage we didn't have the energy for fishing. 😂
Great video. Too bad about your colds. Flying fish taste great you know. Barbados is known for flying fish. A flying fish sandwich with pepper sauce is the best. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
Hi Lois! Seems like lots of people are fans of eating flying fish. Maybe we will give one a go one of these days! Thank you!
Hello, good morning, well I wanted to tell you that being in the convergence zone you must observe the weather every 90 minutes and it is not recommended in this area to hoist the spy, do not risk speed for comfort, good fortune and they are going very well
Thanks for the well wishes. The ITCZ is a tricky area no doubt.
You can't beat real life on One Life. Lol
Long periods of boredom followed by moments of sheer excitement.
Hahaha yup that's exactly it! Lots of boredom til chaos ensues!
Good video. Watching from Kaohsiung, Taiwan where my wife is taking an ASA101 course. Crossing the Pacific seems an ocean away from practicing tacking, gybing and man over board in Chinese!
Ah so cool you are watching from Taiwan! Hope your wife enjoys the course and you can get out here soon! Cheers~
Nothing as bad as a man cold.
At least you still have your can do attitude Gary. Bacon was probably not the best choice. You two rock.
Things can always be worse! Gary was a trooper for the bacon making!
I'm getting addicted to some of the sailing channels out there. You sailor's are the 1% that have the mental fortitude, resilience, emotional intelligence and zest for life that is needed to do this! Incredible!
Wow, thank you for the awesome comment! We appreciate you coming along with us out here!
What a pleasure to see a contrast between white beaches and bikini girls to describe "ocean crossing". Real life is so much more satisfying to watch and just feeling the hope that you will feel better to get back to where you think you ought to be in that ocean crossing. The effort to make these videos when sick is really worth it. Well done and I hope you both feel better soon so YOU can enjoy the crossing.
Thank you so much! Happy to hear you enjoyed this video! And yep, we recovered from our colds quickly!
We had the exact same rug! Those ocean sunsets and sunrises are amazing. Put those flying fish on a hook or in a frying pan. I can't imagine going across the Pacific. Thankfully I have never been seasick, but it's just too long at sea for me. Good on you for conquering it!
Too funny that you had the same rug! It is quite a long passage. Thanks for the comment!
I would have stoped in cabo if sick for sure. You guys are hard core.
We discussed this but with the boat all ready to go, we knew a few days stop we would then have to re-provision fresh fruit and veg, re-hoist the dinghy, etc etc. So we decided to keep pushing.
Hard start. Betting the end goal will be even more rewarding. Looking forward to watching more! Thanks Crew!!!
More to come soon! 🥰
Thank you guys for let us be part of this amazing journey 🌊🎣
Thanks for coming along with us!
Hreat filming. Nice job of dealing with it.
Thank you, Gerald! Appreciate it!
I hope the best for you, greetings from Croatia🤞🍀
Thank you for the good vibes all the way from Croatia! 🇭🇷
Thanks for your great video - it’s the first time I’ve seen your channel. We are also sailing around the world on SV Knot So Bad and also have a video channel on RUclips. I note you have Starlink - we recently got ours and are very pleased with it but as we approach the Pacific ( we are currently in Aruba) I’m concerned about what will happen when we leave the Caribbean - would you mind telling me what contract you guys have - we are currently on the roaming contract and bought our Starlink in Trinidad. Many thanks and keep posting. John & Sandra
Hi guys! We will check out your channel! Happy to chat about our experience with Starlink. It would be easier to type a proper reply via email. Would you mind to drop us a note at sailingonelife@gmail.com ?
I can’t imagine how hard it would be to be rolling around like that day after day! Really interesting to see what you do during the day and how hard it is to make meals!
Ha yeah it wasn't easy and quite frustrating/annoying at times. We really don't do too much during the day in rolly conditions. 😂
Old chef here. Love the videos! Want good bacon easier? Bake it on a cookie sheet.
Thanks for the tip! Brooke doesn't like her bacon crispy 😂
Interesting situation. One almost wonders , as would an astronaut, if one should isolate for at least a week before sailing across the seas. That way you know your going to be good, as after all, the fastest I've seen is 19 days, longest is 60 days. So, being able to handle just about anything is very important ! Imagine sick and SOLO ! Wow.
Prepping food, well, yah, that is what someone could do during that isolation time, 5 days minimum. My two fridges would keep it in good shape. That said, typically, 4 days out, things settle down regardless. I LOVE one life, your boat is basic, your channel name is awesome, and you two are inspiring. Thanks. People always throw those flying fish back in as they are fatty and stink. That makes them excellent bait though. Dolphins love them but are smart enough to notice a hook.
Yeah, you know we planned for lots of scenarios but getting colds right out of the gate was not one! We have a fridge and freezer onboard and both were stuffed with food. No room for prepared meals. My logic was if it was too rough to cook, we probably wouldn't feel like eating anyway. 🤣
Thank you for sharing your story. It feeds my soul. I am "touched, moved and inspired". The details of my dream differs from yours. However, the intention is the same. To get out there, follow the dream, come what may and, don't listen to the naysayers. One can start from 0 experience. Put in the work, train, practice and become competent. This is so refreshing. I spent the last week being told, NO, Not Possible, Bad idea, Try something different. I think I needed to hear it all. It was a test. I say that because in the face of it my heart and mind hasn't changed. I didn't take it on as my limit. I realized it was theirs. Best of luck. Thank you again.
Hey Michael! We agree, it is not your limit, it is theirs. There will always be naysayers, keep chasing your dream! With determination, resilience and hard work, anything is possible! Happy New Year!! 🥂💙
It's on now! From the frying pan into the fire. So far you two are doing great through the challenges. Those flying fish, when they're even smaller than that first one you showed, are very colorful and remind me of the fancy guppies in a pet shop. Safe passage !
Thanks for all the encouragement!
Ha, yep can totally see why flying fish remind you of the pet shop guppies!
Hi both
What a great video (the real world) highs and lows. With you both not feeling well and the toilet not working, I really feel for you!
Hope you feel better soon. Keep your chin up👍🥰🥰🏴
Hi there! Thank you! We really appreciate the good vibes!
please, cut your bacon in half and get crispy. Turn it often but stay with it till it is crispy.
Hey John! Just sent you a message on Patreon. Thanks for the tip on bacon. I (Brooke) am a total weirdo and only eat fatty bacon 'limpy' and I've slowly converted Gary into eating it this way too. 🤣 I know, most people find it disgusting that way.
I am enjoying this adventure along with you as I did with Sailing Zatara. I have sorta binged watched many of your previous video logs. Since I am a Florida senior and my adventurous years are behind me I love living vicariously through you guys. Be safe and fun journey.
Hi there! Thanks for coming along with us! Hope you are enjoying the journey. Very nice to hear that you are in Florida! Cheers!
Hooray for the bucket. Never clogs, always flushes. Good job
Haha, old reliable! 🚽🪠
Awsome yall are giving some of us the only chance to really experience an adventure of this nature. My upmost respect to yall. Thanks
Thanks for coming along with us on this adventure!
Awesome video.......felt like I was right there.......the good with the bad.... way to go you two
Thanks, Steve! We appreciate you following along with us!
Such a great video! So happy to getting to see the beginning of your journey! I can’t imagine how hard it must be fighting off sickness and dealing with conditions like those. But you guys are champs! If you can make it through this, you can make it through anything!
Hahaha it's your turn soon! There's still time to say no! 😂⛵
nice.
Particularly enjoyed the intro of this episode.
Thanks, Dave! We thought the intro would be a nice little throwback! Glad you noticed!
Can't think of a more difficult situatiuon ... hope you get well soon Brooke. At least Gary ... let me correct that, hopefully together you can each use a little energy to sail safely. Advice from a land lubber, like me, should be taken with a pinch of salt! Brave ,,, brave ,,, brave ...
Thank you, Laurie! Yes, very grateful to have each other and be able to work through situations like this together. 💙
Bon voyage!
Thanks, Martin!
Hear your background story was pretty amazing. A little crazy, but for us the viewers, so glad you did it. You're a groovy couple. The start of your latest trip sucks. Both getting really sick and the head going down. I think most people would of turned the boat around and gone back to port. Hang in there. At least you got tacos. Stay safe and stay groovy. PS you need to purchase a cheap camping porta potty.
Hey Mark! Ha yeah we may be a little crazy but doesn't everyone have some level of crazy?! 😂 Thanks for always rooting for us out here. See ya next episode!
Be safe have fun all be watching every episode
Thank you! Excited to share the rest of our passage with everyone!
Nice video! Hope your colds were short lived and you were soon able to better enjoy the adventure. Thanks for taking us with you. All the best...
Hi Steve! Thanks for coming along with us! Yes, thankfully our colds were short lived!
Wow Sailors, just keep on going or should I say keep on SAILING .
Love your channel
Thank you so much! Onward we go! ⛵🙌
Even sick as dogs you guys gave us a great episode. Looking forward to the next. Have fun guys
Hey Dane, thank you! Hope you are doing well!
Shine on you crazy peaches.... peaches being a cut above diamonds ⛵😊
Thanks, Paul! Crazy peaches! 😂 Good one!
This was actually an awesome video. I'm sorry you had to deal with having a cold, but we got a good portrayal of the realities of what sailing can truly be. We all love the wonderful sunrises and sunsets. We enjoy the times that it's all smooth sailing and you're just kicked back and relaxed. Those of us watching along probably forget that all the fantastic locations and beautiful vistas we get to see ,are tempered with You two actually working through the unseen by us travails the ocean throws your way. This was a good example of why I enjoy your vids so much, we see reality, and you just work through the hardships with a smile. Hopefully smooth sailing is ahead.
Hi Terrance! Thank you! Yes, we thought it would be nice to show the reality of what it's like. Glad you enjoyed it!
What a great moment to be heading out. Hope Gary gets better. Yay the wind. Wow, rough, but nice to see it calming down a bit. Oh no, hope Brooke gets better soon as well. I feel for you guys, I hope things get better all round for you. Well done for making Tacos in that roll. Love the vlog :)
Thank you! Luckily our colds didn't linger for very long! Hope you have a great weekend! See ya next video!
My family and I have used colloidal silver for about 15 years now. It's great to help fight different bacteria and viruses. We don't leave home without it when we go on vacation. It would probably be a great addition to your sailboat medicine cabinet.
We also love colloidal silver and have it onboard! Great item to have!
Wow, great job you 2 I was totally immersed in this episode, and was bummed when it ended. Hopefully by now y’all are feeling better and have some naughty miles behind you. Best of luck and look forward to the continued adventures of Gary and Brooke!
Hi Donald! Happy to hear you enjoyed this episode. Looking forward to getting our next video finished!
Great job 👏
Thank you! 🙌⛵
Congratulations on the start. “ the journey is just begun. “
“Stay strong “❤❤
Thank you! 💙⛵
I do appreciate you keeping it real; thank you so much, really enjoying the content!
Thank you! So good to hear you are enjoying our channel!
Great woman & Good man = an adventure
Thanks for coming along on the adventure!
What an amazing adventure
Thanks, Tammy!