Actually, I would have preferred that the filmmakers just concentrate on Knox-Johnston and his story---his round-the-world adventure and achievement. But they've thrown a lot of ancillary stuff in the film that, for me, muck it up. I don't need to see shots of modern sailboats and comments from modern sailors--we all realize how dramatically technology has changed in 55 years or so--or shots of Apollo spacecraft, etc. They keep interrupting the drama of his dangerous attempt with all the sidelight material.
@@richardernsberger5692 I mean, Knox-Johnston made his voyage in 1968-69, he heard the Apollo 8 astronauts make their Christmas Eve broadcast when he was alone in the Atlantic, he was one of the BBC’s guests for their moon landing coverage a few months after he got back and in old age he and Buzz Aldrin have become friends, I think it’s an important part of the Suhaili story that it happened against the backdrop of the Space Race.
I always thought he was a legend. But the fact he gave his winning to Donald Crowhurst's family just makes me think so much more of him. What a great man.
Althought I agree wholeheartedly that it was a noble thing to do, how could anybody in his situation not do that? You wouldn’t be able to sleep at night
If this doesn’t capture the human spirit I don’t know what will....helping the Crowhurst family with the prize money is possibly his finest moment. Absolutely a role model for all to aspire to be. Not an amazing adventurer, but an amazing human being.
Of all the things this great man has done,giving the Crowhurst family his prize money so they had a roof over their head might just be the best and tells you all you need to know about the man. Great doc about a true legend.
I met him at Fremantle Harbour when he was competing in a round the world race. He asked me for some change for a parking ticket. We had a great chat about his adventures.
I knew about the story of Douglas Crowhurst but not about Sir Robin donating his prize. His matter of factness about is astounding "well, 4 kids were going to lose their house..."
This documentary is more than 50 minutes... But watching A Sailing Legend who is my hero & my inspiration felt like it took only less than 5 minutes to watch it from start to finish but with so much pure joy, entertainment, upliftment, & contentment! May I be blessed & lucky to meet you personally one day Sir Robin Knox-Johnston - Gratitude & Respect to him always.
When I first saw Robin I instantly had to think about Chris Bonnington the fact that they are actually friends makes my day! These extra ordinary people who do these amazing things because not doing them is not even an option, will always be remembered. This is true for adventurers, artists, craftsmen, etc. Life is all about experiences and not about the stuff you have laying around giving you a false sense of accomplishment. This is the lesson I’m learning my children,, they are gradually understanding that a lot of people have become a slave of their own belongings and are not able to get behind the steering wheel of their lives!
Absolutely brilliant documentary. The donation of prize money. The story of the waves that swallowed the boat while he hung onto the mast. All of his achievements, a gripping life.
I had the great pleasure of dining with Sir Robin Knox-Johnson in Dunkirk, It was the 2005 Dunkirk Little Ships return to Dunkirk, Sir Robin had sailed over on the steam tug Challenge. ST Challenge was a Thames tug and had seen action in WWII during the Dunkirk evacuation. During the war she assisted shipping in the Thames and helped prepare the floating harbour for the D Day landings. Later in life she was moored in St Katherines Dock, the marina that Sir Robin designed. Space was needed so The Dunkirk Trust bought her for a pound and then spending many years restoring her. Her attendance at the 2005 return was a great achievement. Thus I and my family together with my son in law and his parents, had a very pleasant evening in the company of such a great adventurer. Being a member of the Dunkirk Little Ships and the owner of Lazy Days, it has amazed me how those old wooden boats have stood the tests of time and tide. Great video and thanks a lot for posting it, watching it has made the evening Wizz past.
A very well put together documentary about an extraordinary sailor/person. We met Sir Robin one evening outside the famous Chainlocker pub in Falmouth, Uk when he was in town for the 50th anniversary of the Golden Globe yacht race. Very interesting hour spent with him. Plus I have a photo of him and my wife to treasure. thanks for all the inspiration Robin.
The man is an icon and a true gentlemen. What really stood out to me, aside from his remarkable sailing accomplishment, was his donation of the round the world prize money to the family of the “lost Captain”. A true gentleman, a truly honorable man.
A magnificent documentary. It was quite amazing how rapidly sailing round the world exploded after his return. Almost exactly 2 years later the first around the world race for fully crew yachts was proposed. That became the Whitbread Race when 17 yachts departed Portsmouth in September 1973. It was divided into four legs, stopping at Cape Town, Sydney, Rio de Janeiro and back to Portsmouth. I was lucky enough to be on a yacht for Leg 3 which rounded the Horn. It was his idea of an ideal yacht, steel hull and 59 foot. We still of course had no GPS and only an HF radio for communications and it was long before water makers. Amongst the crew of 10, we had 17 timepieces. That included three deck chronometers and one of the very first quartz watches. Out of the 17, that was the only one still working when we arrived in Rio. Wear and tear on races like that is ferocious. On that first race, three people died.
Sitting on my couch watching this documentary, locked down for seven months by Covid19, knowing the Clipper Race was interrupted by the virus too, Sir Robin cries out to me, “Get up! Get up! Get going!” So, I will. Thank you Sir. Thank you also to the story tellers who love you and share your story so beautifully.
That is what RUclips was built for. Gave up TV for a long time, and for films like this I’m happy to watch any ads. Kudos to of course The Sir, as well as to the film crew!
Climbed up on the mast and watched the wave hit and the boat disappeared below me and all I could see were 2 mast and water ... after what seemed ages the boat pops up and oh good .... Wow totally unreal. What a Legend! Wow and then there is the circumnavigation races when he was 70+ Amazing story and documentary. Such a generous man to take care of the Crowhurst family. Awesome. Thanks Clipper Round the World Yacht Race.
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is a remarkable and inspiring man. His care for others, indicated so early on through his donation to the Crowehurst family and continuing through his dedication to promoting the sport of sailing and all of the challenges that go with it to all walks of society is both commendable and legendary. He is truly one of the few heroes to whom we can all look to draw from his example of leadership and selflessness. Hats off to him.
While we all have our soft spots for this amazing accomplishment, let's never underestimate Sir Ernest Shackleton... I cannot imagine any contemporaries not having him on a separate pedestal for one of the all time greatest navigators and leaders. Three cheers.
Had to drop by and watch this again! So much respect for Sir Robin! First human to single-handed, nonstop circumnavigate the globe! What an inspiring achievement!
I read his book called A World of my Own while working on a cruise ship doing a world cruise from Southampton to Southampton in 4 months and was the best reading experience of my life. What a story! I dont think I'll ever do something like sail my own yacht around the world but just the idea of it and the stories told about it is fascinating.
I am Grateful for the amazing opportunity to take part in the upcoming Clipper Race, and to learn the art of sailing. Now I know the whole story and am even more excited than ever. Thank you Sir Robin and all those that came before me, inspiring and giving my life focus once again. I am more excited than ever to get on with this race and the challenges that lay ahead.
What a seaman.And good man and good soul.I wish for all seafarers good sea and good health and long prosperous life. I want to mention that one of my college,Captain Damian Parnham ,well known circumnavigator ,left this world ,sadly on September 2018.He was my captain on multicat MCS Ailsa in Bristol in 2018 summer.Last message from him was from Nigeria on some ASD Tug Boat.After that I heard that he is passed.
The word 'Legend' is applied far too freely nowadays where there seems to be an enthusiasm for celebrating mediocrity, but it was certainly correctly applied in this instance. Great documentary; thank you.
Never heard of this man. All my life, I've thought Sir Francis Chichester was the first to sail solo round the world, but didn't know he had stopped over. He was celebrated when I was a boy and was one my heroes.
A legenD!!!!!! I’m in the states and never knew of him til I started sailing well into my 20’s it’s quite a shame sailing doesn’t enjoy a more widespread base in this point and click hurry hurry rush rush world. All the best and fair winds.
Amazing documentary about one of the greatest sailors in the world! He’s been an inspiration since I started sailing almost 40 years ago. Congratulations on putting this together!
He is a giant among men. What amazing sailor par none. Bravo! I read your story 40 years ago and I have always had love of the sea. I love you and what you do Sir Robin Knox-Robinson.
I'm not a sailor and have never stepped foot on a sailboat, but the algorithm keeps blessing people years later with this fantastic documentary. Well done! BRAVO!!! 👏👏
@@ClipperRTW because it's all about sailing and I'm not a sailor. Plus the algorithm has recommended me to watch you most viewed video on your channel already(by far the most viewed). This indicates it's probably your best work to date based on the views. If I subscribed I would only be recommended more of your less viewed sailing videos. If you produce another video with 500,000 views or more I will get recommended to watch it anyway based on my past views. Time is the most important thing you can ever give someone. That's why I trust the algorithm. It first recommended that I watch "Chasing Bubbles" and then your production. Both were very well done imo. I hope I have provided you with some needed insight. Best of luck with the channel. God bless. 🙏
I was very privileged to have Sir Robin respond politely back to my hello to him. He gave me a rare treat and I was thrilled to bits. I was only a toddler at the time Sir Robin completed his epic journey around the world nonstop, but thank you so much. Well done Sir Robin. :)
Beautifully done documentary about a truly amazing sailor and adventurer. Even with my 50 years of sailing all over the world, I can barely comprehend what he has done on the open ocean.
I read Robin's book about his journey, it was an fantastic read, i could not wait to pick it up everyday, sadly i leant my copy to a friend, who says he lost it.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! This is an inspiring, amazingly well done documentary. I was touched to tears at times, and now I want to go and do the clipper race; that is all your fault! 🙂
Absolutely epic, I’ve met sir Robin when I did the installation and maintenance of the the clipper round the world in the late 90s and also worked on his wonderful yacht in Blagdons yard Plymouth. Great pioneer
Personally I think Sir Robins achievement far outshines that of any modern day yacht race around the World, even the chap who got round in 42 day, is nothing in comparison
Have to admit I don't have any interest in sailing, but I always enjoy watching and reading about people like Sir Robin,who do these tremendous challenges and successfully accomplish them. Well done, Sir Robin and full marks to him for donating the prize money to Donald Crowhurst's family.
Wow! ---- Retired engineer (74 yo) and past nuclear submarine sailor (1968-74) now with the time to learn about the world of few-crew sailing. Well done, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston Well done!
AN OUTSTANDING VIDEO!! A SAILING LEGEND FOR ALL TIME(TOM BRADY, SIR ROBIN KNOX-JOHNSTON IS THE TRUE GOAT)!!!!⛵⛵⛵⛵⚓⚓⚓⚓ Sir Robin's encounter with the wave reminds me of what Captain Joshua Slocum experienced off Patagonia(see his book SAILING ALONE AROUND THE WORLD for more details).💪💪💪💪✌✌✌✌
Sir Robin will always be the 🐐 in our eyes! He still plays an active daily role with the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race as Chairman, inspiring us every day. Trust us when we say, there were plenty more stories that don't make the documentary...
I had watched with great interest the Clipper Round the World series. I lived back in the times when this happened, and I was in Nome AK when he was doing this. I missed some of the press, as it came in via teletype and as a young radio announcer I had a lot to do. I saw Apollo come in on the Teletype, that was all I had. I loved space exploration and felt I had missed out. I did not even know I had missed out on this and I now feel it was a much greater accomplishment.
Wow what a genuine HERO I wish more people were acclaimed THE GREAT. It's a shame that knot many people are as capable as this because. The world would be much better. Well done Massive Achievement 👏 👍 🙌
The best documentary yet about this extraordinary person.
Actually, I would have preferred that the filmmakers just concentrate on Knox-Johnston and his story---his round-the-world adventure and achievement. But they've thrown a lot of ancillary stuff in the film that, for me, muck it up. I don't need to see shots of modern sailboats and comments from modern sailors--we all realize how dramatically technology has changed in 55 years or so--or shots of Apollo spacecraft, etc. They keep interrupting the drama of his dangerous attempt with all the sidelight material.
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@@richardernsberger5692 I mean, Knox-Johnston made his voyage in 1968-69, he heard the Apollo 8 astronauts make their Christmas Eve broadcast when he was alone in the Atlantic, he was one of the BBC’s guests for their moon landing coverage a few months after he got back and in old age he and Buzz Aldrin have become friends, I think it’s an important part of the Suhaili story that it happened against the backdrop of the Space Race.
I always thought he was a legend. But the fact he gave his winning to Donald Crowhurst's family just makes me think so much more of him. What a great man.
Althought I agree wholeheartedly that it was a noble thing to do, how could anybody in his situation not do that? You wouldn’t be able to sleep at night
Truly the mark of a great man
Thank you Sir Robert Knox Johnston . The light in a darkest hour
From nobody but one of life's observers
If this doesn’t capture the human spirit I don’t know what will....helping the Crowhurst family with the prize money is possibly his finest moment. Absolutely a role model for all to aspire to be. Not an amazing adventurer, but an amazing human being.
Thanks for the kind words
not an amasing adventurer???
@@daktarioskarvannederhosen2568 I would like to think he meant, not only an amazing adventurer.
Knighted for good reason.
Of all the things this great man has done,giving the Crowhurst family his prize money so they had a roof over their head might just be the best and tells you all you need to know about the man.
Great doc about a true legend.
Absolutely, says it all about the content of this man's character.
Yes indeed, especially since Mr. Crowhurst died in the race. The house was mortaged to aquire the boat.
Yes, apparently his balls were that big he used them in stormy conditions as a drogue, throwing them over the bow in bad weather to steady the vessel
An amazing documentary about an extraordinary person! Stunning!
Glad you enjoyed it!
If more people looked to this kind of man for their aspirations, it would be a much better world.
I met him at Fremantle Harbour when he was competing in a round the world race. He asked me for some change for a parking ticket. We had a great chat about his adventures.
He donated his £5000 golden globe money to the Crowhurst family. He's tough as anything and also has compassion and seflessness.. What a cool guy !
I knew about the story of Douglas Crowhurst but not about Sir Robin donating his prize. His matter of factness about is astounding "well, 4 kids were going to lose their house..."
A man with the heart of a true sailor.
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We know.
This is one of the most inspiring and best things I've seen on RUclips in a very long time. Amazing. Hats off.
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I am amazed at this mans achievements . If the world had more people of his character it would truly be a wonderful place for all
Thank you Bill for your kind words :)
This documentary is more than 50 minutes... But watching A Sailing Legend who is my hero & my inspiration felt like it took only less than 5 minutes to watch it from start to finish but with so much pure joy, entertainment, upliftment, & contentment! May I be blessed & lucky to meet you personally one day Sir Robin Knox-Johnston - Gratitude & Respect to him always.
Glad you enjoyed Gary
@@ClipperRTW - twas such a pleasure... Thankyou for sharing this...⛵⛵⚓⚓🤗🤗💖💖🌈🌈
When I first saw Robin I instantly had to think about Chris Bonnington the fact that they are actually friends makes my day! These extra ordinary people who do these amazing things because not doing them is not even an option, will always be remembered. This is true for adventurers, artists, craftsmen, etc. Life is all about experiences and not about the stuff you have laying around giving you a false sense of accomplishment. This is the lesson I’m learning my children,, they are gradually understanding that a lot of people have become a slave of their own belongings and are not able to get behind the steering wheel of their lives!
Absolutely brilliant documentary. The donation of prize money. The story of the waves that swallowed the boat while he hung onto the mast. All of his achievements, a gripping life.
Well stated ⚡️⚡️⛈🌩
I’m named after Robin!! Honored beyond words
Robin was a pioneer in sailing and a selfless human being. I have to admire him as a sailor and a person.
I had the great pleasure of dining with Sir Robin Knox-Johnson in Dunkirk, It was the 2005 Dunkirk Little Ships return to Dunkirk, Sir Robin had sailed over on the steam tug Challenge.
ST Challenge was a Thames tug and had seen action in WWII during the Dunkirk evacuation. During the war she assisted shipping in the Thames and helped prepare the floating harbour for the D Day landings. Later in life she was moored in St Katherines Dock, the marina that Sir Robin designed. Space was needed so The Dunkirk Trust bought her for a pound and then spending many years restoring her. Her attendance at the 2005 return was a great achievement.
Thus I and my family together with my son in law and his parents, had a very pleasant evening in the company of such a great adventurer. Being a member of the Dunkirk Little Ships and the owner of Lazy Days, it has amazed me how those old wooden boats have stood the tests of time and tide.
Great video and thanks a lot for posting it, watching it has made the evening Wizz past.
He has that gift of managing his fears. A man without fear is just dangerous... I'm still a boy. Only been sailing for 40 years...
A very well put together documentary about an extraordinary sailor/person. We met Sir Robin one evening outside the famous Chainlocker pub in Falmouth, Uk when he was in town for the 50th anniversary of the Golden Globe yacht race. Very interesting hour spent with him. Plus I have a photo of him and my wife to treasure. thanks for all the inspiration Robin.
The man is an icon and a true gentlemen. What really stood out to me, aside from his remarkable sailing accomplishment, was his donation of the round the world prize money to the family of the “lost Captain”. A true gentleman, a truly honorable man.
A magnificent documentary. It was quite amazing how rapidly sailing round the world exploded after his return. Almost exactly 2 years later the first around the world race for fully crew yachts was proposed. That became the Whitbread Race when 17 yachts departed Portsmouth in September 1973. It was divided into four legs, stopping at Cape Town, Sydney, Rio de Janeiro and back to Portsmouth. I was lucky enough to be on a yacht for Leg 3 which rounded the Horn. It was his idea of an ideal yacht, steel hull and 59 foot. We still of course had no GPS and only an HF radio for communications and it was long before water makers. Amongst the crew of 10, we had 17 timepieces. That included three deck chronometers and one of the very first quartz watches. Out of the 17, that was the only one still working when we arrived in Rio. Wear and tear on races like that is ferocious. On that first race, three people died.
It’s long overdue that he be made a peer. Lord Robin Knox Johnston.
Thank you for posting! I was born just before Sir Robin Knox made his first sail around the world.
Sitting on my couch watching this documentary, locked down for seven months by Covid19, knowing the Clipper Race was interrupted by the virus too, Sir Robin cries out to me, “Get up! Get up! Get going!” So, I will. Thank you Sir. Thank you also to the story tellers who love you and share your story so beautifully.
That is what RUclips was built for. Gave up TV for a long time, and for films like this I’m happy to watch any ads. Kudos to of course The Sir, as well as to the film crew!
Astounding. What a story! The world needs more people like Sir Robin.
Climbed up on the mast and watched the wave hit and the boat disappeared below me and all I could see were 2 mast and water ... after what seemed ages the boat pops up and oh good .... Wow totally unreal. What a Legend! Wow and then there is the circumnavigation races when he was 70+ Amazing story and documentary. Such a generous man to take care of the Crowhurst family. Awesome. Thanks Clipper Round the World Yacht Race.
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is a remarkable and inspiring man. His care for others, indicated so early on through his donation to the Crowehurst family and continuing through his dedication to promoting the sport of sailing and all of the challenges that go with it to all walks of society is both commendable and legendary. He is truly one of the few heroes to whom we can all look to draw from his example of leadership and selflessness. Hats off to him.
While we all have our soft spots for this amazing accomplishment, let's never underestimate Sir Ernest Shackleton... I cannot imagine any contemporaries not having him on a separate pedestal for one of the all time greatest navigators and leaders. Three cheers.
Absolutely...but indeed Sir Ernest Schackleton...my personal "history" heroe
Agreed, UF!
Had to drop by and watch this again! So much respect for Sir Robin! First human to single-handed, nonstop circumnavigate the globe! What an inspiring achievement!
First Time I hear This Story, I am speechless, "WOW" Lots of courage and determination... My respect for Sir Robin Knox.
@MrGunboat78 Great, thanks for the info, I am getting them ASAP.
Sir Robin Knox Johnston was an inspiration to many a sailor.
Especially my brother, Captain Hal (Harold) White in Bermuda.
Robin was a pioneer in sailing and a selfless human being. I have to admire him as a sailor and a person.
Indeed.
The likes of him are few and far between.
Legend.
Respect.
I read his book called A World of my Own while working on a cruise ship doing a world cruise from Southampton to Southampton in 4 months and was the best reading experience of my life. What a story! I dont think I'll ever do something like sail my own yacht around the world but just the idea of it and the stories told about it is fascinating.
Excellent British gent. We need more Sir Robins!
Wow! What a Great Man of Great Achievement and Character! So glad i found this documentary, or did it find me. 🤔
I am Grateful for the amazing opportunity to take part in the upcoming Clipper Race, and to learn the art of sailing. Now I know the whole story and am even more excited than ever. Thank you Sir Robin and all those that came before me, inspiring and giving my life focus once again. I am more excited than ever to get on with this race and the challenges that lay ahead.
Thank you for your kind words Evan. We are thrilled to have you racing with us :)
Robin is an inspiration, an explorer, an adventurer. An Absolute bloody legend.
What a seaman.And good man and good soul.I wish for all seafarers good sea and good health and long prosperous life.
I want to mention that one of my college,Captain Damian Parnham ,well known circumnavigator ,left this world ,sadly on September 2018.He was my captain on multicat MCS Ailsa in Bristol in 2018 summer.Last message from him was from Nigeria on some ASD Tug Boat.After that I heard that he is passed.
The word 'Legend' is applied far too freely nowadays where there seems to be an enthusiasm for celebrating mediocrity, but it was certainly correctly applied in this instance. Great documentary; thank you.
Never heard of this man. All my life, I've thought Sir Francis Chichester was the first to sail solo round the world, but didn't know he had stopped over. He was celebrated when I was a boy and was one my heroes.
Huge respect to Sir Francis Chichester. However, Sir Robin completed his round the world voyage non-stop.
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston defines greatness in every form.
Very glad this ended up in my recommendations. What an inspiration.
Wwhat a great inspiration.. thank you.. fair winds forever Sir..
Thank you kindly
A legenD!!!!!! I’m in the states and never knew of him til I started sailing well into my 20’s it’s quite a shame sailing doesn’t enjoy a more widespread base in this point and click hurry hurry rush rush world. All the best and fair winds.
Amazing documentary about one of the greatest sailors in the world! He’s been an inspiration since I started sailing almost 40 years ago. Congratulations on putting this together!
He is a giant among men. What amazing sailor par none. Bravo! I read your story 40 years ago and I have always had love of the sea. I love you and what you do Sir Robin Knox-Robinson.
Thanks for your kind words Gary :)
In sailing world, he has no peer!
I'm not a sailor and have never stepped foot on a sailboat, but the algorithm keeps blessing people years later with this fantastic documentary. Well done! BRAVO!!! 👏👏
Glad you enjoyed. Why not subscribe so you can see any future content :)
@@ClipperRTW because it's all about sailing and I'm not a sailor. Plus the algorithm has recommended me to watch you most viewed video on your channel already(by far the most viewed). This indicates it's probably your best work to date based on the views. If I subscribed I would only be recommended more of your less viewed sailing videos. If you produce another video with 500,000 views or more I will get recommended to watch it anyway based on my past views. Time is the most important thing you can ever give someone. That's why I trust the algorithm. It first recommended that I watch "Chasing Bubbles" and then your production. Both were very well done imo. I hope I have provided you with some needed insight. Best of luck with the channel. God bless. 🙏
I was very privileged to have Sir Robin respond politely back to my hello to him. He gave me a rare treat and I was thrilled to bits. I was only a toddler at the time Sir Robin completed his epic journey around the world nonstop, but thank you so much. Well done Sir Robin. :)
Wonderful!
Thank you for posting this. What a man. What an accomplishment.
A beautiful film.
Beautifully done documentary about a truly amazing sailor and adventurer. Even with my 50 years of sailing all over the world, I can barely comprehend what he has done on the open ocean.
This is a great documentary about Sir Robin. I highly recommend his book about the voyage, It's hard to put down if you are a sailor.
Is that because of the constant motion?
The book, “Voyage for Madmen” was a great documentary about the race. His book is an excellent read too.
Excellent.
I can't say I see the sense of traveling around the world and not stopping to smell the roses a little here and there. But it is impressive.
I read Robin's book about his journey, it was an fantastic read, i could not wait to pick it up everyday, sadly i leant my copy to a friend, who says he lost it.
This might be the greatest soccer documentary I’ve seen
What a remarkable life , achievement, and a humble Great man 👨! Brilliant documentary, hats 🎩 off to Robin Knox Johnston!
I read his book, he is a very special man. His life is so inspirable not only for sailors but everyone.
Outstanding...what a wonderful human being, God Bless Sir Robin Knox-Johnston.
Sir, you are my Hero. Thank you for your life, story and humbleness.
Indeed what an amazing man. A top representative of mankind.
Absolutely beautiful and amazing, great job Sir Robin. You are the real Robin Hood of the sea.God bless
Thank you, thank you, thank you! This is an inspiring, amazingly well done documentary. I was touched to tears at times, and now I want to go and do the clipper race; that is all your fault! 🙂
True gentleman true hero 🦸♂️
I was very lucky to have been lucky enough to know them both!
A true pioneer whose motives leave many wanting.
Great respect Sir.I am not intrested in rece,but sailing is part of my whole life since when I was kid.
What a great man! Highly, highly recommend documentary!
I couldn’t be more inspired, a solute from across the pond. Thank you so much.
Absolutely epic, I’ve met sir Robin when I did the installation and maintenance of the the clipper round the world in the late 90s and also worked on his wonderful yacht in Blagdons yard Plymouth. Great pioneer
This video is an event in itself! Thoroughly inspiring. Uplifted.
Glad you enjoyed it!
What an inspiring story of One Man In A Boat. Thank you for sharing. :)
so glad i saw this! what an extraordinary life!
Personally I think Sir Robins achievement far outshines that of any modern day yacht race around the World, even the chap who got round in 42 day, is nothing in comparison
Have to admit I don't have any interest in sailing, but I always enjoy watching and reading about people like Sir Robin,who do these tremendous challenges and successfully accomplish them. Well done, Sir Robin and full marks to him for donating the prize money to Donald Crowhurst's family.
We are really glad you enjoyed learning more about our chairman Sir Robin and his contributions to sailing and exploration!
As others have said - helping the tragic Crowhurst's young family was truly a noble act of kindness.
bloody awesome
Incredible human being. First time learning about Sir Robin.This was such an enjoyable watch. Thank you for sharing with us.
Thanks for your kind words, much appreciated :)
Brilliant, what an inspiration to us all.
Wow! ---- Retired engineer (74 yo) and past nuclear submarine sailor (1968-74) now with the time to learn about the world of few-crew sailing.
Well done, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston
Well done!
It is amazing what we can do when we refuse to let fear run our lives.
yes indeed - we need that spirit in ourselves right now, just for a few more months until all the bad guys have gone.
What a wonderful video. What a wonderful man!
Fantastic man... Fantastic accomplishments.....Fantastic video! Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it :)
An amazing gentleman and legend. Ultimate respect
to strive, to seek , to find , and never yield ! amazing
... fantastic, thanks :)
What an amazing man and sailor, So much respect.
What a man. What a life. Great stuff. Thanks.
Respects Sir, fantastic achievement, a real master of the seas !!!!!
Amazing... What an inspiration for life
This brought tears to my eyes
I never knew! A marveles doc. Thank you for being you, Sir Robin..
AN OUTSTANDING VIDEO!! A SAILING LEGEND FOR ALL TIME(TOM BRADY, SIR ROBIN KNOX-JOHNSTON IS THE TRUE GOAT)!!!!⛵⛵⛵⛵⚓⚓⚓⚓
Sir Robin's encounter with the wave reminds me of what Captain Joshua Slocum experienced off Patagonia(see his book SAILING ALONE AROUND THE WORLD for more details).💪💪💪💪✌✌✌✌
Sir Robin will always be the 🐐 in our eyes! He still plays an active daily role with the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race as Chairman, inspiring us every day. Trust us when we say, there were plenty more stories that don't make the documentary...
very inspiring, thank you! A great example when a great person was generous to share his joy and power and what it lead to.
Glad you enjoyed Joseph, he remains a huge inspiration for everything we do at the Clipper Race.
I had watched with great interest the Clipper Round the World series. I lived back in the times when this happened, and I was in Nome AK when he was doing this. I missed some of the press, as it came in via teletype and as a young radio announcer I had a lot to do. I saw Apollo come in on the Teletype, that was all I had. I loved space exploration and felt I had missed out. I did not even know I had missed out on this and I now feel it was a much greater accomplishment.
Wow what a genuine HERO I wish more people were acclaimed THE GREAT. It's a shame that knot many people are as capable as this because. The world would be much better. Well done Massive Achievement 👏 👍 🙌
Superb, inspiring.
A tear in my eye as I watch this. Pride in being British and much respect in this man's achievements.
We did it first! Thanks for the kind words Chas.
Amazing man
The book was awesome.
A must read!
Glad you enjoyed it!
absolutely fantastic documentary
Truly great man.
Much appreciated!