What a pleasure to keep watching you all these years !! You know your sailing stuff. And that professional filming crew following you around is the best 😉 !
Great example of a couple making teamwork work effortlessly. It is a joy to see you two sailing the world together in unison. Enjoy your sailing life. Thanks for the inspiration. We are learning after 50 years together ourselves. You guys are the real deal!
From the start of this channel, it was obvious that the two of you are experienced sailors, Now you are experienced (and talented) documentary makers.❤
Out of all the sailing videos I watch you guys are without a doubt the best. Im so impressed when you take in or put out different sails how organized and good you are as a team. You remind me of a well oiled machine and it's more then obvious you have done this so many times you know what the other person is going to do with no communication and perfect perfection . Im impressed every time I watch you two working in perfect unison with each other. Im sure you have bumpy times in your marriage but from what ive seen is a loving ,caring marriage that most people only dream about having. Coming from a man who's been married to the same wonderful woman for over 50 years I can honestly say you two young people have got it right and never let anything take that away from you . Its rare and you are both blessed to have each other. God bless you both with good health and a life time of happiness togeather.
The flora and fauna are spectacular during your hike, and the drone footage was exceptional. Learning to watch the clouds and interrupt what they are telling you. 👏 Thanks for sharing.
Amy & Matt look so awesome when they're sailing, swapping sides, winding & winching stuff, it's great to watch. At the end of the video the spray's made Matt's hair look like a rock star's & Amy so cool, almost nonchalant, at the wheel in her black & red waterproofs!
I found that the whole coast down to Portree is inundated by lobster pots. I was once trapped in Portree by strong southerlies. I made a break for it and was hammered by 40 knots screaming down from the Red Cuillins. I had to take it on the nose until I was able to turn east around the south end of Raasay and headed to Plockton for some peace and quiet! Bill
I watch a few sailing channels and as a Scot I'm always a bit amused about what they consider to be windy conditions! You're done a good job navigating here and good on you for being careful.
Your finding the wild raspberries reminded me of a time when my young family and I used to go exploring around our island, There are places where old communities planted these shrubs around their places of residence. There was broken down structures showing evidence of habitation but the clincher was raspberries growing in abundance nearby. Just tasting these fruits was like stepping back in time and they were so intensely tasty but very, very small in size'
I just love this coast. And how great to see sailors short tacking instead of always motoring out of harbours (of which I’m also usually guilty). But what a shame you couldn’t get into Acairsaid Mohr on Rona. Fabulous anchorage in all weathers. How cute is Portree. I hope you get to Tobermory, with even more brightly painted buildings lining the harbour. Fun fact about Plockton is that it was where the wonderful TV series Hamish Macbeth was filmed.
Matt, commenting on the weather, looks up, qualifies, “good weather”, looking at a storm coming. The weather of the Scottish Hebrides must be miserable…sorry. Enjoyed the expert sailing demonstration…thanks. Love, love, love wild raspberries. Glad you had some relatively good weather, for a little while, SHEESH…wind blowing 30k against the tide/current, looking for shelter. Thanks for the videos … from an old vet, in the US, hills of east Tennessee.
Brilliant Video! What sort of furler do you have on the staysail? I see that you can fold the staysail in towards the mast so you can tack the genoa. I'm looking at a 46' cutter rigged boat that has the staysail set up to fold into a bag an it's a very clunky system. Cheers Phil
Great episode, but that's nothing different. I have 2 comments/questions:so many scenes looked dark. Is it a new camera/settings? I kept waiting for the "Skye" song. It would have been so perfect.
I have never had to hank on a storm jib with a roller furling forestay. It must be a bit complicated as you did nothing to set the storm jib while underway. Your comment would be appreciated.
I realize tying up to a mooring ball ,but to be able to be able to relax a little and get some proper rest wouldnt it be better to pay for a safe mooring ball then worry about dragging or the bad weather.
It depends on how much you trust the mooring. Generally they are well maintained in Scotland but our experience across the world still makes us prefer our spade anchor most of the time.
You folks have got to suppress the masochistic streak that Brits have to think this barren, treeless, stormy place is beautiful and fun. Get back to Florida, The Bahamas, San Blas islands, French Polynesia. You are the best RUclips sailors and cinematographer but I have to turn up my TV brightness due to the gloomy places you've been lately
Excellent photography!!!
What a pleasure to keep watching you all these years !! You know your sailing stuff. And that professional filming crew following you around is the best 😉 !
Couldn't agree more
Great example of a couple making teamwork work effortlessly. It is a joy to see you two sailing the world together in unison. Enjoy your sailing life. Thanks for the inspiration. We are learning after 50 years together ourselves. You guys are the real deal!
Thanks for the hard work and sleepless nights to show us these beautiful sites of the world
Your cinematography, narrative and story-telling are very well done, more than just a vlog. It's a pleasure to be part of your adventures. Thanks!
You two make a great team, you work together seamlessly. Fair winds Florence.
Soooo look forward to your Adventures ❤
From the start of this channel, it was obvious that the two of you are experienced sailors,
Now you are experienced (and talented) documentary makers.❤
Out of all the sailing videos I watch you guys are without a doubt the best.
Im so impressed when you take in or put out different sails how organized and good you are as a team. You remind me of a well oiled machine and it's more then obvious you have done this so many times you know what the other person is going to do with no communication and perfect perfection . Im impressed every time I watch you two working in perfect unison with each other. Im sure you have bumpy times in your marriage but from what ive seen is a loving ,caring marriage that most people only dream about having. Coming from a man who's been married to the same wonderful woman for over 50 years I can honestly say you two young people have got it right and never let anything take that away from you . Its rare and you are both blessed to have each other.
God bless you both with good health and a life time of happiness togeather.
Dramatic footage. Some lovely views in between the gales. Well done.
What a perfect start of the weekend, another episode from Florence!!!
You can tell you guys have loads of experience and make it look so easy. Your team work is amazing so is your videos
Great Film again! Scotland's west coast is challenging but as you show it is so worth the challenge!
The flora and fauna are spectacular during your hike, and the drone footage was exceptional. Learning to watch the clouds and interrupt what they are telling you. 👏
Thanks for sharing.
Amy & Matt look so awesome when they're sailing, swapping sides, winding & winching stuff, it's great to watch. At the end of the video the spray's made Matt's hair look like a rock star's & Amy so cool, almost nonchalant, at the wheel in her black & red waterproofs!
I found that the whole coast down to Portree is inundated by lobster pots. I was once trapped in Portree by strong southerlies. I made a break for it and was hammered by 40 knots screaming down from the Red Cuillins. I had to take it on the nose until I was able to turn east around the south end of Raasay and headed to Plockton for some peace and quiet! Bill
Really enjoy watching the two of you working together. great team work and sailing knowledge.
Beautifully filmed-exquisite !
Consistently delightful
Stay safe! Thank you for sharing the realities of sailing. Good and bad.
Exceptional production values, as ever. ❤
As usual, the photography/videography is gorgeous!!
I like the weather recognition stuff.
Home Waters. Matt & Amy. I find this one mysteriously romantic.
I enjoy how the two of you work together - quite the sailing duo - be safe
Fantastic, thanks for sharing.
Great filming and editing! Again!
Breathtaking scenery, but ahh me hearties, you gotta be born to that weather. It sucks to be sure! Great video as always. Thanks guys.
Excellent vlog thanks. You are masters of photography and editing that’s for sure, well done.
I watch a few sailing channels and as a Scot I'm always a bit amused about what they consider to be windy conditions! You're done a good job navigating here and good on you for being careful.
Your finding the wild raspberries reminded me of a time when my young family and I used to go exploring around our island, There are places where old communities planted these shrubs around their places of residence. There was broken down structures showing evidence of habitation but the clincher was raspberries growing in abundance nearby. Just tasting these fruits was like stepping back in time and they were so intensely tasty but very, very small in size'
So glad it all worked out for you. Takes a lot of ability to manage all of that.
I just love this coast. And how great to see sailors short tacking instead of always motoring out of harbours (of which I’m also usually guilty). But what a shame you couldn’t get into Acairsaid Mohr on Rona. Fabulous anchorage in all weathers. How cute is Portree. I hope you get to Tobermory, with even more brightly painted buildings lining the harbour. Fun fact about Plockton is that it was where the wonderful TV series Hamish Macbeth was filmed.
Hell''s bells, you guys are GOOD.
Matt, commenting on the weather, looks up, qualifies, “good weather”, looking at a storm coming. The weather of the Scottish Hebrides must be miserable…sorry. Enjoyed the expert sailing demonstration…thanks. Love, love, love wild raspberries. Glad you had some relatively good weather, for a little while, SHEESH…wind blowing 30k against the tide/current, looking for shelter. Thanks for the videos … from an old vet, in the US, hills of east Tennessee.
Nice tidy tacks.
Great video brings back memories when I sailed that area. I would recomend getting your staysail self tacking it is so much easier in hardcweather
Absolutely stunning images! Maybe, maybe one day, I'll make it around Britain too.
Reminds me of your North Atlantic upload which I just rewatched yesterday.
This summer in Scotland was indeed a blowout. It is lovely here the rest of the year but not necessarily ideal for sailing!!!
Fly little boat, like a bird on the wing… Were you carrying the lad who was born to be King over that see to Sky?
Acairsaid more was nearby and is a fantastic anchorage - very sheltered.
My dream stop on that course would be Campbelltown. Hoping you might stop there on your way.
Brilliant Video! What sort of furler do you have on the staysail? I see that you can fold the staysail in towards the mast so you can tack the genoa. I'm looking at a 46' cutter rigged boat that has the staysail set up to fold into a bag an it's a very clunky system. Cheers Phil
On behalf of my country I apologise for our awful weather - it's not always like this! 🙂
Who knew so many kewl things to see at home?
Another stunner. What techniques do you use to recover your drone when sailing
Of course Plockton is one of the locations for the filming of 'The Wicker Man'....
Do you do an anchor watch in the conditions experienced in Staffin Bay?
Great episode, but that's nothing different. I have 2 comments/questions:so many scenes looked dark. Is it a new camera/settings? I kept waiting for the "Skye" song. It would have been so perfect.
Great to watch a well oiled sailing machine,Mat Amy and Florence ❤❤
So you found the midges or they found you they were rumoured to have defeated a military exercise which was called of due to their ferocity.
We got 50+kts on the way to capetown after we passed where you guys stayed. From the land side, so waves were big, but OK. Still sucked
I have never had to hank on a storm jib with a roller furling forestay. It must be a bit complicated as you did nothing to set the storm jib while underway. Your comment would be appreciated.
I realize tying up to a mooring ball ,but to be able to be able to relax a little and get some proper rest wouldnt it be better to pay for a safe mooring ball then worry about dragging or the bad weather.
It depends on how much you trust the mooring. Generally they are well maintained in Scotland but our experience across the world still makes us prefer our spade anchor most of the time.
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Why four times around the winch? I was always told three was enough.
"enough" means minimum for safety, on average
Spreads the load more and makes it easier to ease the sheet with control, the windier it is the more turns.
Under strong conditions, can be a better lead to the softtailer for more holding.
Great show but sadly, this type of sailing and these types of destinations are not appealing to many people
So was it one gale or 2+ gales?
Ask the MET office, we lost count, it was a month of Gales.
@@SailingYachtFlorenceI was talking about this particular video. Title says one, thumbnail says "several".
So the title and thumbnail here are actually from next month's release 🤷
0tis is one country I will never desire to visit. Britian and Scotland. Always bad weather!!! Or shall I say, Island.
You folks have got to suppress the masochistic streak that Brits have to think this barren, treeless, stormy place is beautiful and fun. Get back to Florida, The Bahamas, San Blas islands, French Polynesia. You are the best RUclips sailors and cinematographer but I have to turn up my TV brightness due to the gloomy places you've been lately
Very impressed with your ability to create quality and interesting content. Keep inspiring and surprising us with your creativity!🤸🍍🟩