Great video Sam. It was such a pleasure to meet you, have the opportunity to assist you and show you around our little corner of the world. Fair winds, friend! Marcel & JP
Awesome video! Man, those seas looked spicy. I did my first ever sail last week in the channel, solo In my little 26ft contessa. I'm hooked! Can't wait to do the big adventures! You're an inspiration.
the wave rover from pei canada sailed a contessa 26 all over the place. i recall the bumbling sailor replying that he is familiar with his videos. i think wave rover man is now near completion of a fully homemade boat that indubitably plans to range hither and thither in. just the other day i was wondering if the bumbling sailor got out on to the sea. i think it was his very first video that i had seen.
Wow, those following sea's running down the english channel were bigger than I've seen on some people's atlantic crossings .....well done. Pickled Herring was flying across the sea on the final approaches , a good capture from land.
"They didn't cheap out and used a carbon fiber background to save weight", that made me chuckle. Great sailing and I have to say that sea state was definitely something to watch. Have you ever thought about using a drogue to settle her a bit when she's surfing like that? Thank you for allowing this land locked old man to enjoy a bit of sailing via your videos. Fair winds, following seas, safe travels and God Bless...
Sam, This is a classis episode of your small 29 foot boat crossing the English Channel which is not easy! Great drama and please film at night more as it's cool to see night sailing and how tired you are..........
@@joekavanagh5708 You’re spot on there Joe! Over the umpteen years I’ve had this long beard I’ve only had a few people comment about ZZ TOP. However, on our ‘French excursion’ we LOST COUNT of how many people would stop me and shout “ZZ TOP!” at me. It was hilarious!! One woman even held up a load of traffic as we crossed a zebra crossing in front of us whilst she hooted and shouted nice things about my beard!! LOL
Frank Dye's book 'Ocean Crossing Wayfarer' is an essential read. He was considered by some borderline suicidal at the time but was an excellent sailor and meticulous planner. Frank and his wife sailed his wayfarer 'Wanderer' all over the world. An inspiring man.
Shane Acton’s ‘Shrimpy’ and David Pyle’s ‘Australia the Hard Way’ are two more great reads about small boat cruising. The Brits are nuts with their small boats. Love it!
@@mattholley3642 On that score have a look at 'Big C Atlantic Challenge' on RUclips. An attempt to smash the record for the smallest 'boat' to cross the Atlantic.
@@disco90sherpa Big C is another good one. That little ‘boat’ is probably a bit small for me 😂 Speaking of ocean crossings, Yann Quenet sailing Baluchon is another impressive one
What an amazingly positive, calm person you are Sam. As a new sailor, I hope to keep as cool a head as yourself when the shite hits the fan. Fair winds, be safe, and thanks for the videos.
Funnily enough I started watching "The North Water" TV series a few hours after watching this video. The character Otto has the same sailors jumper as Sam's. Trivial I know but makes me want one too,arrrrrr
Excellent as always Sam. On your "heave to" question, I asked chatgpt the question just as you stated it. I would be curious to hear from you and the experienced sailors here what you think about it's answer: -------------- "Heaving to" is a sailing maneuver used to stop a sailboat and hold it in a stationary position relative to the wind and waves. It involves positioning the sails and rudder in a way that balances the forces acting on the boat, effectively stopping it from moving forward. With only a headsail, heaving to can be more challenging because it requires a bit more precision to balance the boat's forces. Here are the general steps to heave to with only a headsail: Turn the boat upwind so that the headsail is backed (i.e., the wind is hitting the backside of the sail). Lock the tiller in a position so that the boat stays in the wind. Adjust the headsail so that it is only partially unfurled, allowing it to act as a sort of drogue to slow down the boat's forward motion. Adjust the angle of the headsail to balance the boat's forces so that it remains stationary relative to the wind and waves. It's important to note that heaving to with only a headsail is not always possible or recommended, depending on the wind and sea conditions and the specific characteristics of the boat. It's always a good idea to consult with an experienced sailor or consult your boat's manual before attempting any unfamiliar maneuvers. -------------- Safe travels!
Yeah I just started following you tonight you blow me away your great sailor, and as my father-in-law told me I must have the balls of brass to take a 32-foot ketch-rigged out the ocean with a 12in draft but I did I sound that all up and down the East Coast
Oooh, I'm in Poole Harbour UK, waiting for the right winds to sail to the channel islands on my way to the Med... I'll keep a look out for you're stars and stripes
Hi Ann, have a word with Sam to convince him to wear a lifejacker with Eirpb. And when he's hanging out over the stern going downwind to wear a harness. Sam Holmes Sailing wouldn't be the same without Sam.
Great sail Sam .. a bit rough !!! I'm amazed of the ideas and gadgets you have in your boat ... Looking forward for your next video ... let me know if you sail into Muros !! .... Cheers !!!
At around 15:00 in the video, those waves were impressive ... even on the camera. Better to go with them than against them, I suppose! Thanks for posting, Sam!
Amazing trip, video and footage Sam. Brave man I should say sailing the English channel solo nonstop for 48 hrs and against turning tides and arriving at Guersney in such a weather. Enjoyed that. Take care of your self
Welcome to the English Channel! Do t rely in the electronic stuff. Use you eyes and ears. And the tide tables! If you can sail here, you can sail anywhere! Having said that, you’re one intrepid bastard, and I love you for it…….also a great photo story with good shots….
Just an FYI, you can record backup audio with the DJI mic in case you lose transmission which is recorded internally on the actual mic units. Easy to transfer and sync in post. I highly recommend using that feature. You can set it to automatically start up when the units power up. Always enjoyable watching your videos!
I just yesterday did a similar passage (Visby, Gotland Sweden - Hanko, Finland) -- I had max reef in main but the autopilot over-corrected with big waves from behind and I crash gybed in ~20-25 kts of wind -- took the main down after that and only had a handkerchief unfurled and then it much safer and easier (very rolly though) -- a bit of damage but not too bad, I think a bolt sheered off haven't done full inspection yet -- next day strong winds from the side it wasn't rolly at all -- I got seasick and vomited all over the cockpit the next day but felt much better after that and could eat and drink some. going over 7 kts feel scary to me, mine is only a 30 ft I think similar to your size -- that's very speedy~ thanks for sharing
Sam has the best sheet eating grin. No mater when things go difficult or a day off blessings. Something to strive for in life thanks for showing and sharing it can be done.
I have been watching your videos (and other sailing channels) for years and it's the first time that I felt a little scared for the capitain. Those waves looked troubling. Glad you made it safely.
Hi Sam, I've only just discovered your channel and completely gutted that I missed you passing through Guernsey 2 months ago! Great content and nice to see someone else working on and modifying an old boat to keep her going :) Subbed!
Best one in a long time!!! Which is saying a lot!! I wish I learned more about how the Bayfield sailed, but it seems to be how I sail mine. All forsail seemed to be fine. Lol
hy Sam nice to see you in my home country of belgium and my sailgrounds indeed the english channel is a hard place to sail with lots of currents and sandbars and ships and tides tidel ports and almost no ancorages in front of belgium and north france. but you are a total pro . well done
Actually, sailing with the wind and those waves on a sunny day as in this episode is one of the rewards that attract some people to sailing. It's exhilarating!
Welcome, can you please put on description in your channel all the "things" that use for sailing solo on your boat? I'm preparing my own boat for safe solo sailing and looking for inspirations.
Thanks. Id recommend a tiller pilot and a windvane if you’re doing longer passages. A Garmin messenger is nice to have for tracking and weather. Self tailing winches are also great. I like galvanized Spade anchors two sizes over the manufacturer recommendation with chain and 1/2” nylon rope. I cant live without a sail pack. Im using two 175 watt solar panels. Navionics app for navigation, luckgrib for weather. A sturdy dodger for cold weather sailing and a bimini for sunny weather. Towels with spring clamps also work good for shade as the sun moves around. Dinghy is an achilles lt2. Foul weather gear is from gill. rubber boots from walmart. For a cooker i have a jetboil and a dometic alcohol stove. Other stuff… folding bike, Rechargeable head lamp, dive gear, lots of tools, fishing line and lures, ceramic knife, hammock to sleep outside for hot nights, two fans, bug netting, big fenders, assortment of ropes, shock cord, thread, shackles, pins and rigging odds and ends... Hope that helps.
Costal sailing can be gut wrenching, especially with more water than air currents and turbulence to navigate. Good sailing Sam. I wish i was on my way to the Azores right now, yet i am still land bound and wheel locked locked in California. Wish you glass seas and fairwinds.
Hey Sam, loved the video, looking forward to your Jersey one too. One thing I have to ask - why no life jacket? One thing we always recommend is a life jacket at all times, and ideally a PLB in the jacket. If you fall in with a life jacket and activate your PLB, the cavalry will come running. Without one, you are likely a goner. Ask me how I know. Your friend from Jersey, Pete
Dude, those waves were freaking HUGE, and that’s even with the GoPro effect. So you KNOW those are some serious waves!! What happened to your hand? I missed that. I like that bandage. That’s one heck of a nice bandage!
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Thanks! Really enjoy your videos. I am 76 living thru you. Lol. Very impressed with everything you do on the boat, smart guy. Be safe.
Thanks so much. Cheers
@@samholmessailingdo you still own this boat pickle? Or do you use the boat you got for free??
Great video Sam.
It was such a pleasure to meet you, have the opportunity to assist you and show you around our little corner of the world. Fair winds, friend!
Marcel & JP
In that?
@@monsterhog1118 🤣 hahahaha
Nice to hear about you and your channel. Greetings from San Diego.
Là dedans ?
Hilarious
"It can't just be good, it's gotta be 'good enough'." Love it.
Any sailor who says, "I don't race.", is lying! Sporty passage there Sam. Love it!
Awesome video! Man, those seas looked spicy. I did my first ever sail last week in the channel, solo In my little 26ft contessa. I'm hooked! Can't wait to do the big adventures! You're an inspiration.
Like you vids mate, really down to earth
Cool. You should read maiden voyage. Tania sailed a contessa around the world in the 80s
@@samholmessailing I have a copy on board, awesome book.
@@BumblingSailor I've been following your channel you are having good growth recently 👍
the wave rover from pei canada sailed a contessa 26 all over the place. i recall the bumbling sailor replying that he is familiar with his videos. i think wave rover man is now near completion of a fully homemade boat that indubitably plans to range hither and thither in.
just the other day i was wondering if the bumbling sailor got out on to the sea. i think it was his very first video that i had seen.
Two best channels are Sam Holmes and “The sailing Brothers”.
He does it again! This man can’t be stopped!
@5:10 I love that jumper !! Very nice and looks so warm.
Wow, those following sea's running down the english channel were bigger than I've seen on some people's atlantic crossings .....well done. Pickled Herring was flying across the sea on the final approaches , a good capture from land.
That sweater IS awesome.
I like the neckline being unique and open.
"They didn't cheap out and used a carbon fiber background to save weight", that made me chuckle.
Great sailing and I have to say that sea state was definitely something to watch.
Have you ever thought about using a drogue to settle her a bit when she's surfing like that?
Thank you for allowing this land locked old man to enjoy a bit of sailing via your videos.
Fair winds, following seas, safe travels and God Bless...
I have thought about it. I will try it one day
I was like "The don't make no sense at all!" Hilarious!
That water catcher dodger roof is smart idea!
Sam, This is a classis episode of your small 29 foot boat crossing the English Channel which is not easy! Great drama and please film at night more as it's cool to see night sailing and how tired you are..........
Thanks. I will try to
Crazy sea conditions, down below would be a puke fest. Really dug that water catcher solar setup. Have fun Sam.
I like your new buddy from Guernsey, He is awesome!
Marcel from ZzTop?
@@joekavanagh5708 You’re spot on there Joe! Over the umpteen years I’ve had this long beard I’ve only had a few people comment about ZZ TOP. However, on our ‘French excursion’ we LOST COUNT of how many people would stop me and shout “ZZ TOP!” at me. It was hilarious!! One woman even held up a load of traffic as we crossed a zebra crossing in front of us whilst she hooted and shouted nice things about my beard!! LOL
Frank Dye's book 'Ocean Crossing Wayfarer' is an essential read. He was considered by some borderline suicidal at the time but was an excellent sailor and meticulous planner. Frank and his wife sailed his wayfarer 'Wanderer' all over the world. An inspiring man.
Frank and Margaret clocked up over 40,000 miles in their plywood Wayfarer, even up into the arctic!
Shane Acton’s ‘Shrimpy’ and David Pyle’s ‘Australia the Hard Way’ are two more great reads about small boat cruising. The Brits are nuts with their small boats. Love it!
@@mattholley3642 On that score have a look at 'Big C Atlantic Challenge' on RUclips. An attempt to smash the record for the smallest 'boat' to cross the Atlantic.
@@disco90sherpa Big C is another good one. That little ‘boat’ is probably a bit small for me 😂
Speaking of ocean crossings, Yann Quenet sailing Baluchon is another impressive one
You and yaw mate at 28:00 were a veritable comedy team. Thanks for the loff, suh. ;-)
Thanks!
Beautiful sweater, looks fantastic on you!! Such talent she has!!
Its my most prized possession
What an amazingly positive, calm person you are Sam. As a new sailor, I hope to keep as cool a head as yourself when the shite hits the fan. Fair winds, be safe, and thanks for the videos.
Funnily enough I started watching "The North Water" TV series a few hours after watching this video. The character Otto has the same sailors jumper as Sam's. Trivial I know but makes me want one too,arrrrrr
That sweater is something else! Oh, and great video. 😀
The seas look pretty big, so they must've looked massive in real life. That's a great little boat you got there.
I dont think I have seen you sail through such large waves. Very cool!
I think the ones sailing to Hawaii were a little bigger but these were pretty big too
Made my stomach do a little WTF LOL.
I don't sail. But I stumbled upon your videos about a week ago and I can't get enough. You seem genuine and sincere. Good luck in all your adventures!
Excellent as always Sam. On your "heave to" question, I asked chatgpt the question just as you stated it. I would be curious to hear from you and the experienced sailors here what you think about it's answer:
--------------
"Heaving to" is a sailing maneuver used to stop a sailboat and hold it in a stationary position relative to the wind and waves. It involves positioning the sails and rudder in a way that balances the forces acting on the boat, effectively stopping it from moving forward.
With only a headsail, heaving to can be more challenging because it requires a bit more precision to balance the boat's forces. Here are the general steps to heave to with only a headsail:
Turn the boat upwind so that the headsail is backed (i.e., the wind is hitting the backside of the sail).
Lock the tiller in a position so that the boat stays in the wind.
Adjust the headsail so that it is only partially unfurled, allowing it to act as a sort of drogue to slow down the boat's forward motion.
Adjust the angle of the headsail to balance the boat's forces so that it remains stationary relative to the wind and waves.
It's important to note that heaving to with only a headsail is not always possible or recommended, depending on the wind and sea conditions and the specific characteristics of the boat. It's always a good idea to consult with an experienced sailor or consult your boat's manual before attempting any unfamiliar maneuvers.
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Safe travels!
That’s pretty accurate
“Consult you boat’s manual”. LOL
That'll do for now. Thanks Sam.
Wayfarer is a popular day-sailor. Used to see many of them in Georgian Bay.
Georgian Bay, Canada. Where I learned to sail in a Sunfish.
Mont St Michel is beautiful, and mirrored by St Michaels Mount in Cornwall..
Great Video. Loved seeing your set-up at the top of the mast. Have to agree, I too appreciate the weight savings of a carbon fiber App background. 😄
The longer videos are really my favorite. Well done sam, be safe and we hope to see a new video soon.
Yeah I just started following you tonight you blow me away your great sailor, and as my father-in-law told me I must have the balls of brass to take a 32-foot ketch-rigged out the ocean with a 12in draft but I did I sound that all up and down the East Coast
Oooh, I'm in Poole Harbour UK, waiting for the right winds to sail to the channel islands on my way to the Med... I'll keep a look out for you're stars and stripes
15:06 That moment puts the seas into perspective.
What a ride, thank you for bringing us along.
Woah. That was great. I loved seeing Guernsey and the swell people you met!
Hi Ann, have a word with Sam to convince him to wear a lifejacker with Eirpb. And when he's hanging out over the stern going downwind to wear a harness. Sam Holmes Sailing wouldn't be the same without Sam.
That's some serious swells. When it looks like that on camera it's pretty intense..
That is one thing about considering travel on a sailboat ! I don't know if I could do it
Great sail Sam .. a bit rough !!! I'm amazed of the ideas and gadgets you have in your boat ... Looking forward for your next video ... let me know if you sail into Muros !! .... Cheers !!!
Thats some sailing fella well done
Back to the videos I like. Love this channel !! Even bought a tee shirt off you online merch store. Safe sailing.
Thanks!
Happy sailing !
Great sailing sam🎉🎉
At around 15:00 in the video, those waves were impressive ... even on the camera. Better to go with them than against them, I suppose! Thanks for posting, Sam!
It’s times like that I’m glad I have diesel engine instead of an electric motor. Great job Sam!
Amazing trip, video and footage Sam. Brave man I should say sailing the English channel solo nonstop for 48 hrs and against turning tides and arriving at Guersney in such a weather. Enjoyed that. Take care of your self
Welcome to the English Channel! Do t rely in the electronic stuff. Use you eyes and ears. And the tide tables! If you can sail here, you can sail anywhere! Having said that, you’re one intrepid bastard, and I love you for it…….also a great photo story with good shots….
Just an FYI, you can record backup audio with the DJI mic in case you lose transmission which is recorded internally on the actual mic units. Easy to transfer and sync in post. I highly recommend using that feature. You can set it to automatically start up when the units power up. Always enjoyable watching your videos!
Love the sweater ❤
Loved the new perspective of the land-based shots on your harbor arrival 🥒
So much to see there & so much History. This is one of my favorites, the characters you meet add so much to life!
I just yesterday did a similar passage (Visby, Gotland Sweden - Hanko, Finland) -- I had max reef in main but the autopilot over-corrected with big waves from behind and I crash gybed in ~20-25 kts of wind -- took the main down after that and only had a handkerchief unfurled and then it much safer and easier (very rolly though) -- a bit of damage but not too bad, I think a bolt sheered off haven't done full inspection yet -- next day strong winds from the side it wasn't rolly at all -- I got seasick and vomited all over the cockpit the next day but felt much better after that and could eat and drink some.
going over 7 kts feel scary to me, mine is only a 30 ft I think similar to your size -- that's very speedy~ thanks for sharing
One of your best Sam!
Exceptional even for a Sam vid. Wonderful!
Wow.. Guernsey is an awesome looking place
You rock!
Sam has the best sheet eating grin. No mater when things go difficult or a day off blessings. Something to strive for in life thanks for showing and sharing it can be done.
I have been watching your videos (and other sailing channels) for years and it's the first time that I felt a little scared for the capitain. Those waves looked troubling. Glad you made it safely.
Hi Sam,
I've only just discovered your channel and completely gutted that I missed you passing through Guernsey 2 months ago! Great content and nice to see someone else working on and modifying an old boat to keep her going :) Subbed!
Very good video sir. You seem to have good luck
keep the great vids coming. looks like you're out there living your dreams.
Good video thanks
You should pop up an ongoing boat hole counter every time you drill a hole in one of your boats. Love your adventures dude!
Cool idea
Interesting video. Very enjoyable. Stay safe!
Best one in a long time!!! Which is saying a lot!! I wish I learned more about how the Bayfield sailed, but it seems to be how I sail mine. All forsail seemed to be fine. Lol
hy Sam nice to see you in my home country of belgium and my sailgrounds
indeed the english channel is a hard place to sail with lots of currents and sandbars and ships and tides tidel ports and almost no ancorages in front of belgium and north france. but you are a total pro . well done
Thanks for the video, awesome stuff.
Watching you sail other boats is neat...but there's just something about when you take the pickle out on passages that just hits different.
My last sailboat was a CD25. They're incredibly seaworthy. Having said that, I"d be puking my guts out with those waves
Like a washing machine...that is uncomfortable sailing. Hats off to you.
Actually, sailing with the wind and those waves on a sunny day as in this episode is one of the rewards that attract some people to sailing. It's exhilarating!
Loved the shots of pickle surfing down waves in this one. Looked exciting.
Dziękujemy.
Welcome, can you please put on description in your channel all the "things" that use for sailing solo on your boat? I'm preparing my own boat for safe solo sailing and looking for inspirations.
Thanks. Id recommend a tiller pilot and a windvane if you’re doing longer passages. A Garmin messenger is nice to have for tracking and weather. Self tailing winches are also great. I like galvanized Spade anchors two sizes over the manufacturer recommendation with chain and 1/2” nylon rope. I cant live without a sail pack. Im using two 175 watt solar panels. Navionics app for navigation, luckgrib for weather. A sturdy dodger for cold weather sailing and a bimini for sunny weather. Towels with spring clamps also work good for shade as the sun moves around. Dinghy is an achilles lt2. Foul weather gear is from gill. rubber boots from walmart. For a cooker i have a jetboil and a dometic alcohol stove. Other stuff… folding bike, Rechargeable head lamp, dive gear, lots of tools, fishing line and lures, ceramic knife, hammock to sleep outside for hot nights, two fans, bug netting, big fenders, assortment of ropes, shock cord, thread, shackles, pins and rigging odds and ends... Hope that helps.
Aye up Sam , well timed posting!! Whisky ..and chill..
Very interesting modifications on Guernsey. Great 48 hour voyage from Belgium. Thank you Sam. ⛵️
I have seen a couple take turns during night to sail non stop. I wouldnt be able sleep alone while th boat is sailing..
Hi Sam this is one of your better videos, I really enjoyed it . Hats off to you .
Angus
Cool hat
Super video Sam, very impressive how you manage yourself, the boat, the filming, the editing and what interesting characters you meet. Fair winds...
I believe sailing with no mainsail transmits more strain into the backstay
I think so too but it works for me
Literally the same Guernsey slip i used last summer, herm is awesome btw, shell beach is great
I like how your enthusiasm gets you through every problem that comes your way! Great stuff, I’m looking forward to Jersey episode now.
Love you man, fair winds! Thanks for sharing your adventures with us.
Wow! Excellent capture of the wave size at 13;30. That’s when it gets fun!
15:06 hell yeah! What a great perspective shot. I want to go sailing with Sam!
Best episode yet IMO.
Since you're in the area, go to Mont St Michele. I was there last month.
Jerseyman here, gutted you did not swing by man we have beautiful castles beaches and cliffs lots to see dude ….but Guernsey will do 😉
Costal sailing can be gut wrenching, especially with more water than air currents and turbulence to navigate. Good sailing Sam. I wish i was on my way to the Azores right now, yet i am still land bound and wheel locked locked in California.
Wish you glass seas and fairwinds.
Next merch, should have hole being drilled on it
great video as always sam
Hey Sam, loved the video, looking forward to your Jersey one too. One thing I have to ask - why no life jacket? One thing we always recommend is a life jacket at all times, and ideally a PLB in the jacket. If you fall in with a life jacket and activate your PLB, the cavalry will come running. Without one, you are likely a goner. Ask me how I know. Your friend from Jersey, Pete
The Raz Blanchard is a bastard! I don't know what your tidal coefficient was. You are one brave guy!
Love the longer videos!
pucker up! nice job pickle and sam
Dude, those waves were freaking HUGE, and that’s even with the GoPro effect. So you KNOW those are some serious waves!! What happened to your hand? I missed that. I like that bandage. That’s one heck of a nice bandage!
Thanks I picked it out myself
Thanks
Think about all the ship wrecks underneath you, imagine that with all the uboats sneaking up on you..... what a cool history your sailing through...
Yes so much stuff down there
Holy 🐮those waves were awesome. Great episode 👍🏻💯🥰
Sam is a better sailor using one hand while the other holds a camera than most people are with two hands 😂
love that sweater!!
Nice bit of footage of you coming into the harbour 👍🏻👍🏻
Pour a glass of whiskey, sit back and watch another SH sailing video. Love it
Great video, glad I stumbled on you.