Since I began watching you two in the RV, along with Chris and Cheri who are currently on a motor boat, I have considered you two couples my younger brothers and sisters while expanding my ideas of travel. As a retiree, I have traveled, but you all have shown the details and taken the mystery out of the unknown of the adventures. I find it amazing how many people who are negative naysayers and discouragement mongers to destroy your dreams and ideas. I left a year ago in a pop-up camper, returned to sell the little camper, going back out in a tent and looking forward to a summer of hiking & backpacking on the east and west coast. I will continue to follow your travels, and I wish you both love, calm winds, smooth sailing with all of your dreams to come true! Happy one year anniversary! :-)
It is interesting to me that your boat adventure started almost to the day my medical school adventure started. At 59yo I am one of the oldest first years in the nation (maybe history). And, yea, I had a lot of people tell me, it can't be done. You will never practice, you are wasting your time and money. OK, I'm not the stellar student I was 40 years ago. But when the patient is sobbing because the news is not good .... I can look them in the eye, hold their hand and they know I've already walked that beach. So keep up the sailing, keep up the videos, love watching every one.
"Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than those you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from safe harbor. Catch the wind in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain, Great American Writer
I've been following your channel on a short while, and having grown up on the water, seeing new people join the lifestyle of water life, is always pleasing. You went about it in your own way, while educating yourselves and preparing yourselves thoroughly. It is wonderful to see you both facing your fears, tackling the challenges and always learning. There will never be a time on the water where you know everything, only that you know you are as prepared as you can be. Keep it up, you can do it!
Wow! It doesn't seem like a year has passed since we watched you begin your sailing adventure! We enjoy your videos so much and look forward to each new entry in your online journal. Thank you so much for sharing!
they are, but note the effort put into the vids. May not necessarily be scripted word for word...but clearly has been brain stormed and formulated in advance.
+Justin nitsuj Sure somewhat. I was sick one day so I binge watched their RV stuff from Alaska. While still very interesting, it felt more formulated and more of a sense of directed ambition than here. Now on their boat they seem more mellow and laid back about selling themselves. I appreciated both styles.
You guys are so hysterical......I wasn't around when you announced your plan to travel via sailboat....But I can say watching you these past few weeks.....have you looked at yourselves? You still look like kids! You dance around, ride the front of the boat like a "rollercoaster," venture to places no one else would, islands no one's ever heard of, no fear, no fear, no fear to sleep across hundreds of miles, switching up the captains chair night to me was the most surprising, NIKKI'S the captain, men don't understand how Jason could allow it, but I see how crucial his repair aptitude is....crossing the gulf stream you were courageous and humerous. I think everyone else, myself included thinks too much Also you two are a great support to each other.....I don't think you realize how rare that is. Rare. Love everything ❤️💙💕♥️💚💜💛💛💛💛💛🐠🐠🐠💛💛💛💛🤍🌼🤍🌼🤍🌼🤍🌼🥂Chambong💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛
So proud of you two. BRAVO!! You have the guts and ambition to put what a lot of folks dream about into action. Great videos; so much fun watching and learning from you. Keep up the great work!
Your description of sailing school matches perfectly with what I'd tell folks on their last day of Motorcycle Basic Skills . . . I've shared with you everything you need, to ride safely in a parking lot - how you apply those skill on the road it your responsibility. You've paid attention to the details and have successfully transitioned to the next chapter Congrats!
Had been following you in your RVs and then your jump to a catamaran ! Also have been following SVDelos for years and have seen some of the trials and tribulations they've gone through. When you made this jump to a sail boat, I was in that other group that silently said, "Oh my God, they're both going to die". Have enjoyed how you "wisely" chose to stay in the relatively calm water of the Caribbean and learn, learn, learn. Get a crew that wants to sail, knows how to sail, and wishes to share costs and you'll be fine. You're both smart and quick learners. Admitting your mistakes, frailties and shortcomings implies strength of character. Wish you both the best. Gary
As a Mom who has children of your age that don't have an adventurous bone in their bodies, I live vicariously through you and almost think of you AS my children....I'm SO proud of you. (Please don't get me wrong I'm EXTREMELY proud of my own children for their unique accomplishments and I wouldn't trade them for the world, I just wish they had a tiny bit of adventure in their beautiful souls....I'm currently having great success with my grandson, Henry.) Stay well.
I've watched all year. I've had my doubts, and yes, sometimes your viewers worry about you! And it's fun to watch you snorkel, fish, visit islands, and just explore and learn - always. The sit down and review here is my favorite - it's so awesome to see you finish each other's sentences. I love the truthfulness and openness you both have - that's the chambomb that keeps me coming back - I know I get the real experience through your eyes.
Me too Bob, man there was some questionable stuff in the early vids....seeing them come this far and so well tells me they're smarter than the average bear.
Can't believe it's been a year! Wow, time flies. I started watching full time just before you made the move from land to sea. You two have always struck me as intelligent people and not fool hardy noodle heads! I remember the flack you took from some of the people and always admired how you took it in stride. It has been a blast to watch you grow, explore, learn and become more confident sailors. Your videos are always well thought out and put together, which makes for enjoyable viewing. Thanks for sharing your journey. Can't wait to see what year two will bring!
There's sailing and then there's sailing. Fair weather sailing and foul weather sailing are two different things. It's nice to know that if you are careful about choosing safe weather windows you don't have to be an old salt to be able to sail the Bahamas and the Caribbean. Before fairly good weather predicting , the Gulf Stream crossing could prove deadly, but now its more likely to be a non event. You have given me hopes of following in your foot steps before long.
We love following your adventures and totally relate to people thinking we're a little crazy :) You're one of the reasons we decided to RV full time and are even thinking about sailing in the upcoming years. Keep being awesome!
Congratulations on your one year sailing anniversary and all you've achieved! I'm still so excited for you and can't believe it's already been a year. You're both really inspiring. Thanks so much for sharing your adventures!
Great work guys. I've been watching since you went to sea and am so impressed with the information, story format and quality of the work. Grace and peace to you
Congratulations on completing your first year as liveaboards. You clearly are having a great time and keep us all smiling at your adventures here at home. Safe travels, fair winds, all that good stuff!
Wow! You've sailed so much that seems like it would take longer than a year, yet it doesn't seem like it's been a year. Your experiences from RV to Sail Boat has been quite an adventure and to me is an on-going Documentary. So unique.
I've been heading in the other direction. Lived on a sailboat for 5 years in Florida and am now migrating towards full time fifth wheel living. It's interesting watching people move the other way(RV to boat). It's a great lifestyle if you can cast off the 9-5 work load and it sounds like the route your taking and the pace you're at is spot on. You have some amazing memories heading your way.
I've been watching your travels for about a year and a half. It's been awesome seeing your sailing ability grow. I will look forward to the next chapter with anticipation.
I originally was concerned that you had unrealistic expectations about sailing. Happy to say that you proved my concerns were misplaced. You have determination and great positive attitudes. I now realize that nothing can stop you. Thanks for the lesson in the power of dreams. --Jim
Once you get to Panama the June to December hurricane season does not matter. You can cross to the Marquesas any time of year, but if you are west of the Marquesas you want to avoid the November to April South Pacific cyclone season. (We crossed in December and then flew back to the USA.) The 3 month limit on visas for non-EU citizens without long-stay visas in French Polynesia means you have to go offshore in the cyclone season if you arrive in the Marquesas before March. Most folks crossing the Pacific in one year wait to not arrive in the Marquesas before April but no later than May.
Can't believe it has been a year! Looking forward to the next part of your adventure. You are a great inspiration to all of us that also want to get out there and test the boundaries.
There are many more exciting experiences to come for you both. Thank you from all of us who are your virtual crew here on RUclips for letting us on board with you.
This was very inspirational! Love hearing how you got from point A to point B...the thought process behind it all. Never knew that sailing was in your hearts even before you started full-time rving! I've always loved being on the water, but never knew sailing was actually something people did full-time, and until seeing you guys and your decision to do that I would have never thought it was something someone like I could do. It is opening up a whole new world, watching your videos and imagining the possibilities!
Congratulations! Very excited about your upcoming adventures and thankful for the ones you've shared so far. I lived on a boat for 5 years and can comfortably say you guys have made it. I don't think you need to call yourselves newbies anymore! So excited for what's next! If you ever want to take flying lessons, let me know!
congrats on making your first year.. so far we've been living the dream through you.. although I just finished my beginning ASA cat cert with BWSS. it was a blast and all thanks to you.. you gave me the courage to just take the plunge. now it's to find someone to sail with until our youngest finishes school, then we are right behind you... calm seas and favorable winds to you both..
Congrats on passing the one-year mark. In my own day sailing experience (in lakes and bays -- no blue water), I have learned more about myself and how I react to various stressors -- no true emergencies (I did have a side stay pop on a little day sailer one time which brought the mast down in the middle of a lake) and but small ones -- but plenty of experiences that taught me about the limits of myself and my boat. One thing about sailing is that its a continuous learning process. If you ever get to the point where you feel like you've learned it all, that's when things get really dangerous. Good luck, fair winds and smooth sailing!
Congratulations, and thank you for sharing your adventure. Your integrity shows through, and it's been a real treat to be along with you guys. I'll be following in your footsteps to the Bahamas as soon as I'm able. Safe travels, calm winds and following seas.
I am sooo excited for South America and beyond! I love that you include the trials as well as the joys and hope to see more of how you balance your work, life, income, and general living issues in this foundation free way of living. Thank you for sharing your journey!
As I have told people before " I can teach you how to sail in a day and then you can spend the rest of your life perfecting it " The learning is endless when you stop is when there will be a problem. I'am proud of you guy's
I'm so happy for the the two of to achieve so much in the last few years. From RVing to sailing, what an accomplishment ! Picking up a crew for how ever long might be a challenge for a couple that has been by themselves for so long. Good luck on your continuing adventures !
What an amazing journey you two have taken! I have really enjoyed following along. My wife and I go to the east coast of South Korea every year, to visit her family. It is so beautiful there, and there is a harbor at every town along that coast. I've always thought it would be so nice to sail into Korea, Japan, and China from the Pacific, but, no one ever seems to do it. For me, the beauty is in the northern latitudes. I could well imagine a sailing journey from California north through the 'inside passage' to Alaska, out along the Aleutians, and over to the amazing Kamchatka Peninsula, and then on south to Japan, then over to Korea, and up into the Yellow Sea to Shanghai, and Beijing, then south to Hong Kong and Macau. I encourage you to investigate the northern latitudes. There is so much to see there. You can always go south to the tropics later, when it's winter in the northern hemisphere. Wishing you well, and smooth sailing.
Thanks for sharing a wonderful year! Your enthusiasm is contagious and inspiring, it keeps us evolving and we're twice your age. On to the next adventure
Congrats on your first year, I had NO doubts about you guys being successful, two thumbs up! Looking forward to seeing what you do and see this next year!
Congratulations on your one-year sailing anniversary! You say "you can do it too!". Well, I would have to disagree with you on that. No, everyone could not do what you are doing. You both are very smart and have a lot of common sense. Plus you are honest and down to earth. Not many people around fit that description. Give yourselves a big hand, or an evening cocktail with sunset. You guys are really special people. And, you are both lucky you found each other as you are a great match.
WoW 3000 Miles.... Congratulations. Immersion learning is the coolest.. I hope you can find one person that is a very salty and still cooperative and supportive. Very impressed with how much both of you have learned..
I enjoy the enthusiasm and positive attitude in your vids...it's very contagious! Congratulations on a successful first year you salty pups! Fair winds!
I was very skeptical when I started watching your sailing adventure--i've sailed since I"m 5 YO and never thought you could do it--but you have a lot of spunk and the right attitude and you deserve major kudos! keep up the good work!
It was a dream of mine to become a pilot and I did. I never regretted it. One thing I was taught was that my pilots license was just a license to learn. This is very similar experience for you. My best learning experiences were when I was in slightly more difficult/dangerous situations than I had encountered before. May God give you both the wisdom to push forward in your learning without getting beyond your ability.
I watch and enjoy several sailing family videos and if I needed to pear down to just one.....yours is the one I'd keep. While I really enjoy your kind interaction and subject matter, the main reason is that I trust your objective appraisal of whatever you two have been studying, and my interests tend to coincide with yours. Also, I then enjoy the way you two explain the subject and its pro's and con's. I usually learn something useful from each video and always enjoy them....and I especially like the actual sailing action. Thank you guys for a great first year.....
Thanks Ed, we work hard to keep our recommendations honest and opinionated, we're no expert but we'll tell you how things work for us and why we like em.
Through looking at sailing I found ya'll. I had already decided I dont want to settle for awhile. I'm about to get out of college with a degree and an Aircraft mechanic certs and about to finish up a privet pilots licence, Iv also worked on lake boats (small guys) before and spend a good bit of my childhood RVing (30ft pull behind). After spending 4 years at an aviation centric school: To own an aircraft that can truly handle international travel is multi-millionaire money, rv'ing is limited to continental paths, and my aviation certs can grant me international jobs. Having not sailed before, this really makes me comfortable looking to livaboard as soon as I can afford to. Thank you for making it look like a reality, and i'll be glad when I have student loans payed off so Im not attached to a job as badly. :)
Great reflection on your 1st year! Believe it or not our story sounds almost identical - but with a twist. We bought a 2016 FP Lucia 40 catamaran from the factory, had it delivered from France to Annapolis for commissioning, then learned how to sail!! Three months later (early November) I sailed it down to the Virgin Islands. We don't plan to sail around the world until the kids are out of school and liked the idea of letting chartering help pay some of the boat costs before we're ready. Hopefully one day we'll be able to tell our story as well as you! Great job guys.
Perma Grin!!! Is it weird to say im proud of you two? lol I remember all the concerned comments when you first started, and to see you continue your adventure, learn, grow and share your challenges has been amazing to see. Can't wait for the epic sails to come!
Once again, HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! What is the magic draw of that canal? While the Caribbean perhaps has a reputation for being overcrowded with cruising sailors and mega cruise ships, it is still some of the best sailing, island-hopping and traveling there is. There are still countless out of the way places to explore as well as reasonably busy well-known spots. Just like Nassau is NOT typical for the Bahamas! In addition to all of the many large and small islands south and east of Jamaica down to Grenada, there are the Islands along the north coast of South America and the lovely, totally different San Blas of Panama, and on . . . . . Stick around and breathe in the Caribbean for a longer while! That canal will still be there as the gateway to the rest of the world.
There is not enough space in this comment bar for me to explain how great you two are. You're a pleasure to watch and you're also very encouraging. You guys are wicked awesome and I can't wait to keep following this adventure. You have done so much already and it'll be awesome to watch you two keep pushing that comfort zone.
There is something utopian about sailing the seas. At the same time, extremely frightening. I was one of those who thought, these two are in for a rude awakening. A huge change awaits. It's all about change. Willingness to accept change can be difficult for some. But, the two of you have embraced it and the challenges each day brings. And appear to enjoy it. To me, that is inspirational. You two make a good team. Enjoy your new adventures. "Carpe Diem".
Congrats on your first year. I admit I was very concerned at first. You have worked so hard this year and made great memories. Thank you for taking me along.
I've been watching your videos since day one and my first comment on your RUclips Channel. I enjoy each and every video. I've been married for 30 years and I have to tell you guys...you two are very much in love and good souls. Have fun and stay safe.
I can't believe it was about a year ago when I was watching you guys move from the RV to the boat, or even looking for a boat! You guys are amazing! Inspired to go out and do something like this.
Thank you so much for sharing the first leg of your adventure can't wait to see the rest as it unfolds may you have Fairwinds and Good seas thanks again for sharing
If you don't dream it can't ever come true 😄 I have to live a little vicariously (through these videos) with the sailing around the world etc...but have found inspiration to dream and realize the dreams that can come true in my life still! Thank you for sharing your beautiful dream!
You guys are the best. What an awesome video, uplifting, enlightening and entertaining. I was one who doubted you. I don't anymore. I'm convinced, however, you ARE TWO Special people!
Wow i can't believe it has been a year already, I was watching your RV adventures previously and have found your whole transition to sailing facinating and fun. I am looking forward to year two!
I knew you'd get the hang of sailing. Like anything else in this world, there's only one path to mastery of any subject and that's commitment. And when the sale papers are signed and it's just the two of you standing on the dock next to your very expensive vehicle, that alone can be enough motivation :)
"Happy Sailaversary" It seems like just a short time ago you two were shopping for a boat, now you have your first year behind you. Thank for sharing with us.
I'm so excited and thrilled to follow your adventures!! I've followed my humble dreams and am super happy with life. And now I want to RV around the country, or at least to Alaska. And try sailing for a week! Thank you for taking me along!!
Congrats on completing year #1. It's amazing how fast time flies. It seems not too long ago when you both were still RVing. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
I love you folks so much. Very proud of you. I've followed you a long time. Found you from my study of RV/tiny living. I had converted an ambulance into a rolling dorm room and lived in it w dogbert all through school orbiting campus and work. Watched all your content. Took a little break from the cracktube over the last two years while overloaded working 40 hours and being full time care for my disabled mother. Picked you back up about 3 months ago and quickly caught up on the sailing adventure. I grew up on a coastal Maine island. Salt water pumps through my veins. I used to do a lot of sailing. At one point I had a charter license. I was thrilled to see you take on this new adventure but terrified for you at the same time. I was worried that you had zero sailing experience and I was worried if you understood the magnanimous power that is the ocean. I have to say that I am so proud of both of you!! You have done so well. I always anxiously await your next good wifi for upload! On a sad note I will mention that when you announced that you are taking applications for crew, my heart leapt from my chest straight for you but quickly fell to the floor and shattered in the next moment when I remembered that I am anchored to my mother and her inland Maine house. Maybe some day.
Been solo sailing the coast from Mobile Bay now to New Smyrna Beach, FL. Headed up the east coast and back to the Great Lakes. That has been my learning trip. I have learned a LOT. I am planning the next journey already. I am really happy you two have found it. I am considering central/south America in a year or two.
You guys are awesome; congrats on the 1st year! Thanks for the motivation and I'm *ver*y much looking forward to year 2. And always remember "Mackerel skies and mares tails, soon will be time to shorten sails.".
I feel the same way I am a disabled single Mother. Everyone told me I couldn't have a baby on my own and I did that without any government assistance what so ever ! So then I said I was going to buy a R.V. and take my Daughter camping and they told me the same thing, it's not possible. Well I had already bought a three quarter ton truck 6 months before I found out I was pregnant and not only did I pay off my truck I raised my Daughter. Well I did get a 28 foot travel trailer and I'd be camping, people would say who pulled that trailer down here for you and I'd just laugh and say me !!! So the morel of the story is.... You can do anything you put your mind to. So I totally understand where you guys are coming from and I think your great ! Go for it follow your dreams and don't let anyone daunt you ! Have fun and keep on keeping on ! Safe sailing ! And the next time someone says dream on, just say " I will " !!!!! 😊
Since I began watching you two in the RV, along with Chris and Cheri who are currently on a motor boat, I have considered you two couples my younger brothers and sisters while expanding my ideas of travel. As a retiree, I have traveled, but you all have shown the details and taken the mystery out of the unknown of the adventures.
I find it amazing how many people who are negative naysayers and discouragement mongers to destroy your dreams and ideas.
I left a year ago in a pop-up camper, returned to sell the little camper, going back out in a tent and looking forward to a summer of hiking & backpacking on the east and west coast.
I will continue to follow your travels, and I wish you both love, calm winds, smooth sailing with all of your dreams to come true!
Happy one year anniversary! :-)
Good for you! Enjoy your travels.
Thanks MJ :)
It is interesting to me that your boat adventure started almost to the day my medical school adventure started. At 59yo I am one of the oldest first years in the nation (maybe history). And, yea, I had a lot of people tell me, it can't be done. You will never practice, you are wasting your time and money. OK, I'm not the stellar student I was 40 years ago. But when the patient is sobbing because the news is not good .... I can look them in the eye, hold their hand and they know I've already walked that beach. So keep up the sailing, keep up the videos, love watching every one.
Wow, Glen. Thanks so much for sharing and CHEERS to us!
Glen you're an inspiration. Thank you for being a trailblazer!
"Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than those you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from safe harbor. Catch the wind in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover."
- Mark Twain, Great American Writer
I've been following your channel on a short while, and having grown up on the water, seeing new people join the lifestyle of water life, is always pleasing. You went about it in your own way, while educating yourselves and preparing yourselves thoroughly. It is wonderful to see you both facing your fears, tackling the challenges and always learning. There will never be a time on the water where you know everything, only that you know you are as prepared as you can be. Keep it up, you can do it!
Congrats on your first year. I can't believe it has been that long already! So excited for you both!
As Carl Sagan once said " Imagination will often carry us to worlds that never were. But without it we go nowhere"
My Sunday mornings are brightened by your latest upload. I so enjoy the view from your eyes of life and your destinations. Enjoy the journey!
Wow! It doesn't seem like a year has passed since we watched you begin your sailing adventure! We enjoy your videos so much and look forward to each new entry in your online journal. Thank you so much for sharing!
it's fascinating to watch how you two complete each other's sentences... a good fit.
they are, but note the effort put into the vids. May not necessarily be scripted word for word...but clearly has been brain stormed and formulated in advance.
+Justin nitsuj
Sure somewhat. I was sick one day so I binge watched their RV stuff from Alaska. While still very interesting, it felt more formulated and more of a sense of directed ambition than here. Now on their boat they seem more mellow and laid back about selling themselves. I appreciated both styles.
I like them. They are naturals on the screen.
Most sailing couples I know do that too :-)
Well done guys! My heart is smiling!
We're smiling right along with you :)
Are you all sure this isn't the first year for the guy being a sailor?
You guys are so hysterical......I wasn't around when you announced your plan to travel via sailboat....But I can say watching you these past few weeks.....have you looked at yourselves? You still look like kids! You dance around, ride the front of the boat like a "rollercoaster," venture to places no one else would, islands no one's ever heard of, no fear, no fear, no fear to sleep across hundreds of miles, switching up the captains chair night to me was the most surprising, NIKKI'S the captain, men don't understand how Jason could allow it, but I see how crucial his repair aptitude is....crossing the gulf stream you were courageous and humerous. I think everyone else, myself included thinks too much Also you two are a great support to each other.....I don't think you realize how rare that is. Rare. Love everything ❤️💙💕♥️💚💜💛💛💛💛💛🐠🐠🐠💛💛💛💛🤍🌼🤍🌼🤍🌼🤍🌼🥂Chambong💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛
So proud of you two. BRAVO!! You have the guts and ambition to put what a lot of folks dream about into action. Great videos; so much fun watching and learning from you. Keep up the great work!
Your description of sailing school matches perfectly with what I'd tell folks on their last day of Motorcycle Basic Skills . . . I've shared with you everything you need, to ride safely in a parking lot - how you apply those skill on the road it your responsibility. You've paid attention to the details and have successfully transitioned to the next chapter Congrats!
Had been following you in your RVs and then your jump to a catamaran ! Also have been following SVDelos for years and have seen some of the trials and tribulations they've gone through. When you made this jump to a sail boat, I was in that other group that silently said, "Oh my God, they're both going to die". Have enjoyed how you "wisely" chose to stay in the relatively calm water of the Caribbean and learn, learn, learn. Get a crew that wants to sail, knows how to sail, and wishes to share costs and you'll be fine. You're both smart and quick learners. Admitting your mistakes, frailties and shortcomings implies strength of character. Wish you both the best. Gary
As a Mom who has children of your age that don't have an adventurous bone in their bodies, I live vicariously through you and almost think of you AS my children....I'm SO proud of you. (Please don't get me wrong I'm EXTREMELY proud of my own children for their unique accomplishments and I wouldn't trade them for the world, I just wish they had a tiny bit of adventure in their beautiful souls....I'm currently having great success with my grandson, Henry.) Stay well.
I've watched all year. I've had my doubts, and yes, sometimes your viewers worry about you! And it's fun to watch you snorkel, fish, visit islands, and just explore and learn - always. The sit down and review here is my favorite - it's so awesome to see you finish each other's sentences. I love the truthfulness and openness you both have - that's the chambomb that keeps me coming back - I know I get the real experience through your eyes.
Bob Frazier You expressed my thoughts to a tee.
Why thank you Patty!
Me too Bob, man there was some questionable stuff in the early vids....seeing them come this far and so well tells me they're smarter than the average bear.
Congrats and Happy Anniversary! It just goes to prove that," Those who wander are not lost ".Fair winds and smooth seas.
Can't believe it's been a year! Wow, time flies. I started watching full time just before you made the move from land to sea. You two have always struck me as intelligent people and not fool hardy noodle heads! I remember the flack you took from some of the people and always admired how you took it in stride. It has been a blast to watch you grow, explore, learn and become more confident sailors. Your videos are always well thought out and put together, which makes for enjoyable viewing. Thanks for sharing your journey. Can't wait to see what year two will bring!
There's sailing and then there's sailing. Fair weather sailing and foul weather sailing are two different things. It's nice to know that if you are careful about choosing safe weather windows you don't have to be an old salt to be able to sail the Bahamas and the Caribbean. Before fairly good weather predicting , the Gulf Stream crossing could prove deadly, but now its more likely to be a non event. You have given me hopes of following in your foot steps before long.
We love following your adventures and totally relate to people thinking we're a little crazy :) You're one of the reasons we decided to RV full time and are even thinking about sailing in the upcoming years. Keep being awesome!
What a pleasure watching you two and hearing your comments. Always just makes me smile.
Congratulations on your one year sailing anniversary and all you've achieved! I'm still so excited for you and can't believe it's already been a year. You're both really inspiring. Thanks so much for sharing your adventures!
Great work guys. I've been watching since you went to sea and am so impressed with the information, story format and quality of the work. Grace and peace to you
Congratulations on completing your first year as liveaboards. You clearly are having a great time and keep us all smiling at your adventures here at home. Safe travels, fair winds, all that good stuff!
Wow! You've sailed so much that seems like it would take longer than a year, yet it doesn't seem like it's been a year. Your experiences from RV to Sail Boat has been quite an adventure and to me is an on-going Documentary. So unique.
I've been heading in the other direction. Lived on a sailboat for 5 years in Florida and am now migrating towards full time fifth wheel living. It's interesting watching people move the other way(RV to boat). It's a great lifestyle if you can cast off the 9-5 work load and it sounds like the route your taking and the pace you're at is spot on. You have some amazing memories heading your way.
You guys are pure inspiration. I really really admire what you guys have done and continue to do. Keep up the awesome work team :)
I've been watching your travels for about a year and a half. It's been awesome seeing your sailing ability grow. I will look forward to the next chapter with anticipation.
Enjoy yourself guys! Thank you for bring us along for the ride.
I originally was concerned that you had unrealistic expectations about sailing. Happy to say that you proved my concerns were misplaced. You have determination and great positive attitudes. I now realize that nothing can stop you. Thanks for the lesson in the power of dreams. --Jim
Once you get to Panama the June to December hurricane season does not matter. You can cross to the Marquesas any time of year, but if you are west of the Marquesas you want to avoid the November to April South Pacific cyclone season. (We crossed in December and then flew back to the USA.) The 3 month limit on visas for non-EU citizens without long-stay visas in French Polynesia means you have to go offshore in the cyclone season if you arrive in the Marquesas before March. Most folks crossing the Pacific in one year wait to not arrive in the Marquesas before April but no later than May.
Can't believe it has been a year! Looking forward to the next part of your adventure. You are a great inspiration to all of us that also want to get out there and test the boundaries.
There are many more exciting experiences to come for you both. Thank you from all of us who are your virtual crew here on RUclips for letting us on board with you.
You guys inspire all of us to live our dreams! Thanks for brightening our day! Sale safe!
This was very inspirational! Love hearing how you got from point A to point B...the thought process behind it all. Never knew that sailing was in your hearts even before you started full-time rving! I've always loved being on the water, but never knew sailing was actually something people did full-time, and until seeing you guys and your decision to do that I would have never thought it was something someone like I could do. It is opening up a whole new world, watching your videos and imagining the possibilities!
Congratulations! Very excited about your upcoming adventures and thankful for the ones you've shared so far. I lived on a boat for 5 years and can comfortably say you guys have made it. I don't think you need to call yourselves newbies anymore! So excited for what's next! If you ever want to take flying lessons, let me know!
congrats on making your first year.. so far we've been living the dream through you.. although I just finished my beginning ASA cat cert with BWSS. it was a blast and all thanks to you.. you gave me the courage to just take the plunge. now it's to find someone to sail with until our youngest finishes school, then we are right behind you... calm seas and favorable winds to you both..
Congrats on passing the one-year mark. In my own day sailing experience (in lakes and bays -- no blue water), I have learned more about myself and how I react to various stressors -- no true emergencies (I did have a side stay pop on a little day sailer one time which brought the mast down in the middle of a lake) and but small ones -- but plenty of experiences that taught me about the limits of myself and my boat. One thing about sailing is that its a continuous learning process. If you ever get to the point where you feel like you've learned it all, that's when things get really dangerous. Good luck, fair winds and smooth sailing!
in 6 years of RVing we always prefaced everything with "we're no expert" and I know it'll be the same aboard Curiosity!
Congratulations, and thank you for sharing your adventure. Your integrity shows through, and it's been a real treat to be along with you guys. I'll be following in your footsteps to the Bahamas as soon as I'm able. Safe travels, calm winds and following seas.
I am sooo excited for South America and beyond! I love that you include the trials as well as the joys and hope to see more of how you balance your work, life, income, and general living issues in this foundation free way of living. Thank you for sharing your journey!
Congratulations on your year on the boat. We look forward to our Sundays together.
So, we've been watching you for a year now? Congratulations, you did it right. We're looking forward to watching you in the coming year.
As I have told people before " I can teach you how to sail in a day and then you can spend the rest of your life perfecting it " The learning is endless when you stop is when there will be a problem. I'am proud of you guy's
Must say you two have done it right! Learning and improving along the way there is no limit to where you will go! Job well done!
I'm so happy for the the two of to achieve so much in the last few years. From RVing to sailing, what an accomplishment ! Picking up a crew for how ever long might be a challenge for a couple that has been by themselves for so long. Good luck on your continuing adventures !
What an amazing journey you two have taken! I have really enjoyed following along.
My wife and I go to the east coast of South Korea every year, to visit her family. It is so beautiful there, and there is a harbor at every town along that coast. I've always thought it would be so nice to sail into Korea, Japan, and China from the Pacific, but, no one ever seems to do it. For me, the beauty is in the northern latitudes. I could well imagine a sailing journey from California north through the 'inside passage' to Alaska, out along the Aleutians, and over to the amazing Kamchatka Peninsula, and then on south to Japan, then over to Korea, and up into the Yellow Sea to Shanghai, and Beijing, then south to Hong Kong and Macau. I encourage you to investigate the northern latitudes. There is so much to see there. You can always go south to the tropics later, when it's winter in the northern hemisphere.
Wishing you well, and smooth sailing.
you guys win the best couple award along with your 1 yr anniversary as sailors.
congrats!
Thanks for sharing a wonderful year! Your enthusiasm is contagious and inspiring, it keeps us evolving and we're twice your age. On to the next adventure
Your zest for life is infectious!
Congrats on your first year, I had NO doubts about you guys being successful, two thumbs up! Looking forward to seeing what you do and see this next year!
Congratulations on your first year as cruisers 👍 well done!!! looking forward to further adventures!! 😊
Congratulations on your one year mark. Can't wait to see where you go next. I live vicariously thru you two, since I can't do it myself.
Congratulations on your one-year sailing anniversary! You say "you can do it too!". Well, I would have to disagree with you on that. No, everyone could not do what you are doing. You both are very smart and have a lot of common sense. Plus you are honest and down to earth. Not many people around fit that description. Give yourselves a big hand, or an evening cocktail with sunset. You guys are really special people. And, you are both lucky you found each other as you are a great match.
Year three. Australia. I will be waiting and really enjoy how sincere you both are. Safe travels you two.
I have watched you learn and it has fed my own dream. Thanks for setting an example to follow and showing me that it can be done and I WILL DO IT!
WoW 3000 Miles.... Congratulations. Immersion learning is the coolest.. I hope you can find one person that is a very salty and still cooperative and supportive. Very impressed with how much both of you have learned..
Looking forward to the next video guys. You always seem to put a smile on my face. Take care as always.
total admiration for your tenacity and commitment, be well be safe
I enjoy the enthusiasm and positive attitude in your vids...it's very contagious! Congratulations on a successful first year you salty pups! Fair winds!
I was very skeptical when I started watching your sailing adventure--i've sailed since I"m 5 YO and never thought you could do it--but you have a lot of spunk and the right attitude and you deserve major kudos! keep up the good work!
It was a dream of mine to become a pilot and I did. I never regretted it. One thing I was taught was that my pilots license was just a license to learn. This is very similar experience for you. My best learning experiences were when I was in slightly more difficult/dangerous situations than I had encountered before. May God give you both the wisdom to push forward in your learning without getting beyond your ability.
Congratulations on your 1st year! Woohoo! Your guys are an inspiration, thanks for taking us along for the ride. Your videos are great!
I watch and enjoy several sailing family videos and if I needed to pear down to just one.....yours is the one I'd keep. While I really enjoy your kind interaction and subject matter, the main reason is that I trust your objective appraisal of whatever you two have been studying, and my interests tend to coincide with yours. Also, I then enjoy the way you two explain the subject and its pro's and con's. I usually learn something useful from each video and always enjoy them....and I especially like the actual sailing action. Thank you guys for a great first year.....
Thanks Ed, we work hard to keep our recommendations honest and opinionated, we're no expert but we'll tell you how things work for us and why we like em.
Through looking at sailing I found ya'll. I had already decided I dont want to settle for awhile. I'm about to get out of college with a degree and an Aircraft mechanic certs and about to finish up a privet pilots licence, Iv also worked on lake boats (small guys) before and spend a good bit of my childhood RVing (30ft pull behind). After spending 4 years at an aviation centric school: To own an aircraft that can truly handle international travel is multi-millionaire money, rv'ing is limited to continental paths, and my aviation certs can grant me international jobs. Having not sailed before, this really makes me comfortable looking to livaboard as soon as I can afford to. Thank you for making it look like a reality, and i'll be glad when I have student loans payed off so Im not attached to a job as badly. :)
That year went by fast! It has been a pleasure watching your adventure. I can't wait for what's to come in the next year!
Great reflection on your 1st year! Believe it or not our story sounds almost identical - but with a twist. We bought a 2016 FP Lucia 40 catamaran from the factory, had it delivered from France to Annapolis for commissioning, then learned how to sail!! Three months later (early November) I sailed it down to the Virgin Islands. We don't plan to sail around the world until the kids are out of school and liked the idea of letting chartering help pay some of the boat costs before we're ready. Hopefully one day we'll be able to tell our story as well as you! Great job guys.
A YEAR ALREADY !!! COOL BEANS !! And your right, when your ALL IN you can learn & do anything. Safe travels.
Perma Grin!!! Is it weird to say im proud of you two? lol I remember all the concerned comments when you first started, and to see you continue your adventure, learn, grow and share your challenges has been amazing to see. Can't wait for the epic sails to come!
Thank you both so much for putting your passion on the line for all to see. Keep living your dreams, Cheers!
Congratulations on completing your first year. I"ve been following your adventures since you started sailing. Actually a little before that. Awesome.
Once again, HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! What is the magic draw of that canal? While the Caribbean perhaps has a reputation for being overcrowded with cruising sailors and mega cruise ships, it is still some of the best sailing, island-hopping and traveling there is. There are still countless out of the way places to explore as well as reasonably busy well-known spots. Just like Nassau is NOT typical for the Bahamas! In addition to all of the many large and small islands south and east of Jamaica down to Grenada, there are the Islands along the north coast of South America and the lovely, totally different San Blas of Panama, and on . . . . . Stick around and breathe in the Caribbean for a longer while! That canal will still be there as the gateway to the rest of the world.
There is not enough space in this comment bar for me to explain how great you two are. You're a pleasure to watch and you're also very encouraging. You guys are wicked awesome and I can't wait to keep following this adventure. You have done so much already and it'll be awesome to watch you two keep pushing that comfort zone.
:) Thanks Megan
There is something utopian about sailing the seas. At the same time, extremely frightening. I was one of those who thought, these two are in for a rude awakening. A huge change awaits. It's all about change. Willingness to accept change can be difficult for some. But, the two of you have embraced it and the challenges each day brings. And appear to enjoy it. To me, that is inspirational. You two make a good team. Enjoy your new adventures. "Carpe Diem".
Congrats on your first year. I admit I was very concerned at first. You have worked so hard this year and made great memories. Thank you for taking me along.
Congrats on a great 1st year of sailing.....Good luck on your future adventures. I look forward to future videos !
I've been watching your videos since day one and my first comment on your RUclips Channel. I enjoy each and every video. I've been married for 30 years and I have to tell you guys...you two are very much in love and good souls. Have fun and stay safe.
Thanks so much Ken, we are in love 100%
I can't believe it was about a year ago when I was watching you guys move from the RV to the boat, or even looking for a boat! You guys are amazing! Inspired to go out and do something like this.
Thank you so much for sharing the first leg of your adventure can't wait to see the rest as it unfolds may you have Fairwinds and Good seas thanks again for sharing
glad you guys are actually out there and doing it.
May the winds be fair and happy sailing
If you don't dream it can't ever come true 😄 I have to live a little vicariously (through these videos) with the sailing around the world etc...but have found inspiration to dream and realize the dreams that can come true in my life still! Thank you for sharing your beautiful dream!
It's been a fun year! I'm excited to see what the next year brings.
What a fast year. We just started with the RV about the same time you guys started sailing. Enjoy you guys and your adventures. Thanks for sharing.
You guys are the best. What an awesome video, uplifting, enlightening and entertaining. I was one who doubted you. I don't anymore. I'm convinced, however, you ARE TWO Special people!
Wow i can't believe it has been a year already, I was watching your RV adventures previously and have found your whole transition to sailing facinating and fun. I am looking forward to year two!
Your journey has been so inspiring. Can't wait to see the next phase of the adventure. We are blogging about you guys to inspire our fellow nomads.
You are living my dream, Thanks for bringing me along on your adventure.
I knew you'd get the hang of sailing. Like anything else in this world, there's only one path to mastery of any subject and that's commitment. And when the sale papers are signed and it's just the two of you standing on the dock next to your very expensive vehicle, that alone can be enough motivation :)
What a great positive message that can be applied to all things in life.
We just simply like following you on your journey. I feel like everything is a learning experience and it is never ending.
"Happy Sailaversary" It seems like just a short time ago you two were shopping for a boat, now you have your first year behind you. Thank for sharing with us.
I'm so excited and thrilled to follow your adventures!!
I've followed my humble dreams and am super happy with life.
And now I want to RV around the country, or at least to Alaska.
And try sailing for a week!
Thank you for taking me along!!
Congrats on completing year #1. It's amazing how fast time flies. It seems not too long ago when you both were still RVing. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
You know you're on the right track when everyone around you is telling you that you're crazy. Keep up the great videos.
I love you folks so much. Very proud of you. I've followed you a long time. Found you from my study of RV/tiny living. I had converted an ambulance into a rolling dorm room and lived in it w dogbert all through school orbiting campus and work. Watched all your content. Took a little break from the cracktube over the last two years while overloaded working 40 hours and being full time care for my disabled mother. Picked you back up about 3 months ago and quickly caught up on the sailing adventure. I grew up on a coastal Maine island. Salt water pumps through my veins. I used to do a lot of sailing. At one point I had a charter license. I was thrilled to see you take on this new adventure but terrified for you at the same time. I was worried that you had zero sailing experience and I was worried if you understood the magnanimous power that is the ocean. I have to say that I am so proud of both of you!! You have done so well. I always anxiously await your next good wifi for upload!
On a sad note I will mention that when you announced that you are taking applications for crew, my heart leapt from my chest straight for you but quickly fell to the floor and shattered in the next moment when I remembered that I am anchored to my mother and her inland Maine house. Maybe some day.
Thanks man, it'd be a pleasure to have someone on board who is so responsible and selfless.
I can't believe it's been a year already!! That's crazy! Love how you guys take on challenges together, work together so well like this.
Been solo sailing the coast from Mobile Bay now to New Smyrna Beach, FL. Headed up the east coast and back to the Great Lakes. That has been my learning trip. I have learned a LOT. I am planning the next journey already.
I am really happy you two have found it. I am considering central/south America in a year or two.
You are both inspiring. Thanks for sharing all. You where a big help on our RV adventure.
You are both so inspiring, adorable, fun and down right likable! Love following your adventures.
You guys are awesome; congrats on the 1st year! Thanks for the motivation and I'm *ver*y much looking forward to year 2. And always remember "Mackerel skies and mares tails, soon will be time to shorten sails.".
I feel the same way I am a disabled single Mother. Everyone told me I couldn't have a baby on my own and I did that without any government assistance what so ever ! So then I said I was going to buy a R.V. and take my Daughter camping and they told me the same thing, it's not possible. Well I had already bought a three quarter ton truck 6 months before I found out I was pregnant and not only did I pay off my truck I raised my Daughter. Well I did get a 28 foot travel trailer and I'd be camping, people would say who pulled that trailer down here for you and I'd just laugh and say me !!! So the morel of the story is.... You can do anything you put your mind to. So I totally understand where you guys are coming from and I think your great ! Go for it follow your dreams and don't let anyone daunt you ! Have fun and keep on keeping on ! Safe sailing ! And the next time someone says dream on, just say " I will " !!!!! 😊
Good for you, and keep on adventuring!