It's good they take things slow. Southerners die up in Norway every year thinking they know what to do. I grew up in those places and nature there can kill you in an instance.
As someone who used to work at sea in the North Atlantic that disclaimer at the end was good to see. Ive been out in 20 meter waves and 90 knot winds and in that a 1000 ton vessel feels like a little kork bobbing around. Sailing a yacht in such weather is suiside. Glad to see you guys err on the side of caution, Thats good seamanship!
I’ve done a great deal of Arctic & Antarctic sailing but in an aluminum purpose designed 64’ expedition boat. For you too tropical kids to tackle Norway and the North Sea in winter in Uma is just spectacular. Your closing observation is properly sober. Respect!
Yes, much respect. Those two very intelligent youngsters have shown it many, many times. They do not get in anything without thinking. I do admire Kika and Daniel for it. If Kika's Mom can watch their journey, she must be A) extremely proud B) extremely worrying about her baby ! Remember that Kika has never seen snow before Dan took her home in BC !
Hey Dan you should’ve just said “we don’t have footage of sailing in bad weather because we’re not stupid”. Nuff said. Let the haters hate. Y’all are doing a great job. I see enough bad crap on a daily bases. I come here to see something that makes me smile for 15-20 minutes to escape said bad crap.
God yes. The world is going insane if you spend any time watching the news or on social media. This is the life I watch to escape from all that nonsense.
But they do have footage of sailing in "bad weather"...tons of it. When you're crossing oceans heavy weather is inevitable. UMA has seen some big following seas in the Atlantic. It happens and they - like all capable sailors - deal with it.
@@williambremner9022 you’re right, of course, but a summer ocean crossing is in a very different league than arctic winter. Partly because in the latter, storms come way more frequently, and partly because they are mostly more powerful and dramatically more dangerous. A hurricane in comfortable 25 degrees centigrade is dangerous and scary. I’ve sailed in that and hope to never see anything like it again. If you turn down thee temperature to far below freezing, the wind power increases dramatically because cold air is more compressed and thus heavier. On top of that comes the biggest problem; icing on the boat. The air is full of spray. When it hits the boat and rigging it turns to ice in a moment. It will sometimes build up to ridiculous amounts in no time. Then you need to work like crazy to hack off the ice so the boat won’t capsize. Doing that while the boat moves wildly and the deck is covered in wet ice while being exposed to what that type of wind and cold does to a human, makes for close to certain death….
@@SteinVarjord completely agree with everything you've said. Icing-up of running rigging/decks is killer if not managed under passage, for sure. I'm a Canadian sailor but I live in and sail out of Singapore...no ice here, brother! ;-)
The difference is knowing what your options are and knowing that you and your boat are capable of a given situation. Crossing the North Atlantic we knew was 18 days offshore of 25-30kts, like you said when crossing Oceans bad weather is inevitable, and we made sure we were prepared for it, but even there we carefully paid attention to the weather patterns every day and proactively adjusted course all the time to avoid getting into worst conditions forming in the distance (our route was like a giant snake, going slightly more north to avoid high pressures then a bot more South to avoid lows, and so on) Sailing the coast of Norway however are all day-sails each safe harbour within 15-20nm of eachother. So it is much more logical and no reasons not to wait for a better window for the next leg.
At the beginning of the video when y'all were getting ready to leave, I really thought that was Kika singing. You guys make such a good team, especially when you know each others strengths and weaknesses. Nice job backing your boat in Dan, hat's off to you for that. I like how y'all explained how dangerous the seas can be even thou your videos make it look easy. As you said Dan, you pick your weather window wisely for sailing, that's smart sailing. Love your videos guys!
I've heard of norwegians coming home from world sailing only to break their mast in the North sea. What you talk about in the end is very important👏👏 once again, great episode❤️
Reverse parking - awesome job - so impressed. Love seeing your epic progress. Hope you realise how epic you both are as a team and as story tellers of your adventures.
That was good Dan how you came clean and explained North Sea sailing in the Winter. Very sobering. Stay safe and keep using your good judgment. We would all hate to see something bad happen to you both.
Your videos make me so happy. Im not able to move very well anymore due to illness. Yet I’m a wanderer at heart. Your Videos let me experience places I always wondered about. And for this I’m so grateful.
In Colorado, the styrofoam snow you were encountering is called Graupel. It's caused when snowflakes get coated with frozen water droplets (rime) as they are falling.
I grew up in NW Colorado by Craig, we called it "Tapioca snow". Now I live in SW Arizona and miss the heck out of the mountains and the cold. Y'all be safe.
yeah,funny you use a german term .Hail cannot be produced in cold seasons,it needs the warm air carrying the ice until they are big enough and fall down as hail.It is always frozen water only,never snow,maybe with a corn of sand/dust in the center like bigger raindrops.
I've experienced hail in January twice. Snow on the ground but hail over top of it. There doesn't need to be WARM air, just an updraft, and hail can form
Your clarification of the care that you exercise in choosing relitively safe weather windows for your voyages is welcome. The technology available today would have been a godsend to sailors even 50 years ago. You have consistently mentioned waiting in port for favorable weather in episodes stretching back to the beginning of your travels. I also specifically remember that you made a significant course change to avoid the worst of a storm during your Atlantic crossing. Thank you for empathizing the critical importance weather awareness to any sailing venture. I look forward to each new episode - you guys do a wonderful job with your videos.
The fetch, the distance the wind travels unimpeded across the water is a big determinant for the size of the waves they could encounter. That one shot of the following sea gave me chills.
Your being very wise. There was a saying when I worked on a crab boat in Alaska in the mid 70’s. There are old sailors and bold sailors but there are no old bold sailors
Really appreciate that you added that note about the North Sea conditions (and insertage footage of some of the huge swells). A recent North Sea rescue of crew members from a large ship off Norway made the news all the way here in CA. You hear about how dangerous it is from time to time, but it's easy to forget if you're not there experiencing it. Glad you're being smart and safe. Really enjoy following your travels!
I love that you think about it and then concede to Dan for docking, he is the best for asking you and then you make your decision! Absolute success for your relationship, can't help myself I am a Mom...
Incredible visuals! You two have gotten so good doing this. Every one is pro-level quality. Thanks also for the reality check regarding the real weather. When I watched you in your early days, I never expected to see this kind of sailing at this time of year inside the Arctic circle! BRAVO!
Choosing when you leave port is key to not only good seamanship but even survival. The various coastguards are always glad when sailors have such a sensible approach.
When I first subscribed all those years ago when you were just getting underway, my comment to my wife was, “these guys seem like wonderful people, and I am worried that I might be watching the opening scenes of a snuff film.” My, how things have changed. The North Sea in winter, in a Pearson as old as I am. And with skill, care, and wisdom that…seems uncommon to put it lightly. It has been a great pleasure to watch you learn and grow as you travel, and to maybe learn a little bit along with you from my leafy landlocked suburb. Thank you as always, for sharing. Your work is a triumph.
Do not apologise for keeping you both and the boat safe it is the sign of a good sailor always weighing up risk v reward and I salute you for that. Great video as always. Fair winds from the 🇬🇧
Absolutely awesome scenery, snow punctuates the views of the mountains. Burr….❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️ Sooo glad it’s you not me! Your weather disclaimer was brilliant and may save lives if viewers take precautions in their own trips, remembering your words. 💯
Just a note to thank you for your informative and professional video log, particularly since you left US and more so in your European winter sailing. I was Chief Engineer deep sea for many years and have also sailed coastal in Ireland and Canada. You both are consummate sailors and manage to impart your skills, whether its in marine knowledge, design and implementation or media development. It’s a pleasure and a privilege to follow along with you. Oh! and refreshing to see two young people happy to show how much they love each other. “Fair Winds & Following Seas” to you. Be Safe!
I don't see any other voyaging pleasure boats, not on the docks around you, not at sea, not in the middle of winter.... I wonder why? Thanks for this glimpse of beautiful Artic Norway in the middle of the non-tourist (freezing) winter.
Im native sailor and will try answere. Most people lives south in Norway and the few lives in north keeps sailboat on land during winter. So do do I. This part of Norway amazing all year, however sailing is easiest during summer. Its like Dan is explaining, few weather windows. Now Kika and Dan have used weeks for climbing up north. For squizing in a trip during work, best option is during summer. A historical thing Uma should mention, is that Lofoten and north is fameous for Its cod fishing. Cod was dryed outside in spring time by cold dry wind from north. Also the sailed the fish in open boats far south to Bergen. These boats could not go up against the wind and they had to wait or row if the wind was wrong direction. They took advantage on the north wind in in April-May south and then went back later in june by south wind. Since wind normally is strong north untill june, modern sailors sail north from june
@@SailingUma Also back in the days, fishermen from all over norway went north in the winter for the cod fishing, often rowing all the way. Then back down south to their families and farms in the spring.
The Haiti hurricane video is one I always remember....looked like tidal waves coming at you! Epic, epic sailing, in one of the most beautiful and interesting places. Thank you so much for taking us with you. Stay safe. X
15:17 thanks for sharing that! its much better to follow your journey seeing all the "parts". The "movie-like" episodes are great too, and beautifully done, but its prety interesting (and usefull!) to know all the other stuff that goes around
I mostly watch channels of sailors in the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and South Pacific. And I definitely do not like cold weather. That said, I'm really enjoying your channel for a geographic change, and especially for the two of you. Good job on the content and editing! Thank you!
He initially said 'Northern Sea', then 'North Sea'. But he is referring to the 'Norwegian Sea'. The North Sea (or occasionally also named Northern Sea) in Europe is much more south (between UK and Belgium-Netherlands-Denmark). Can also be nasty with strong winds, but since the North Sea is mostly shallow and much more enclosed by land, huge waves are rare.
Just wanted to thank you for going north... whereas I love watching all the sailboats In the Caribbean, it is a nice change of pace to see all the beauty of the North... Thanx again and stay safe... ;-)
You are both amazing! I am almost 80 and don’t sail anymore, but watching Uma braving the North Sea is such a thrill. I visited Svalbard 10 yrs ago (in July) on an expedition cruise ship, but missed the gorgeous Norwegian coast. You are so careful, yet playful- a joy to watch. Thank you Kika and Dan from NY, NY!
I never could imagine, that someone born in the Caribbean would love the winter in the Lofoten.. Kika you’re just great. You both are doing it the hard way in Norway like real adventurers. I hope you enjoyed Svolvaer. What impressed me most in the Lofoten are the totally green mountains in summer. Keep save.
What I really like about your videos is that you don't sail to dock at the remotest islands. You have an itinerary and it includes the people and places at your destination. I love your interactions with the peoples of the world. Very nice boat? ship? lol Safe sailing wherever the wind takes you.
Your photography rivals the best I have seen from professional photographers. It is not only the quality but the innovative choice of scenes you choose to capture.
Kika, Dan, awesome video and the message at the end was a great idea. So many sailing vlogs give a false idea of reality either of living on a boat or how wonderful people’s lives are. Your vids are fascinating and beautiful. Thanks🏏😘
That was such a reassuring vlog on many levels, I think you are absolutely right to choose the best sailing conditions - for your sake and your boat. I am sure every subscriber is supportive of these decisions and always look forward to the next stunning and entertaining video! You both are excellent role models for those who wish to lead an adventurous life!
Gosh! You have cooled me down. Here I am in Yuma, AZ and the temp. right now is 118 degrees F. I admire you both. Your 90 year Old Guy . Your Video's are fantastic.
The view of the reservoir with the round ridge behind reminds me of Lake Louise or Moraine Lake, did it make you homesick for the Rockies Dan? Sailing the big latitudes is no joke at any time, help, safe harbour and supplies can be hard to find in some places, not to mention that water is COLD. Stay Safe :)
Here I was expecting yet another drama charged epic from the Canary Island. But...... wait: No, it is Super Uma!! Can't wait for the next episode. Love you guys...
I have been watching you both since episode where you first laid eyes on uma. Now I watch more sailing channels that I care to admit. That being said without your adventuring north I would have never got to see this part of the world at least through there expert videography and editing eyes. Thanks so much Dan and kika for letting me experience Norway. Besides if I see another feeding pigs on a beach vidio I could just loose my mind😂. Even though given the chance I think it would be fun.
Just absolutely impressed and inspired by your vlogs ! Everything , the filming, your optimism, the background music , the information you share , the fun - and the more serious parts , and , last not least the waves , the sea , and the sails . Thank you very much !
You 2 are amazing adventurers - but you are smart ones as well. The photography in this episode is breathtaking, you must feel so small sometimes 😁. This whole trip has has been such a departure from your early days, but far more depth and what amazing sailors you both have become - thank you for sharing this journey
Great experience for you two,glad for you getting the most out of it.Thank you for the reality talk at the end.To be honest,i start to worry about you,so please,dont go further north.Let it be a pleasant experience without testing out anything. GOD bless and protect you both and your families.
You guys are great! I love winter too and I’m glad you go there to send us the videos so we can live vicariously through you! It is magical and no matter how old you are or how many times you see it, it will always be magic.
For anyone who wants to see what these waters look like, I HIGHLY recommend checking out Erik Aanderaa's channel. Not only is he an amazing sailor who single hands these waters, but his cinematography is hands down outstanding, and deserving of awards.
I think he's a bit over-dramatic. His drone shots are nice, but he always makes sailing in 20+kts look WAY overly epic and shaky. It's hard to watch. Dan and Kika sail in the same conditions in their videos in the same waters and do a much better job showing what it actually like.
@@noahbruket5906 I stopped watching NBJS pretty quickly in his beginning after watching him take unnecessary chances and ignore good safety precautions and I let him know. When he later came back on after a long absence I watched again and noticed he had changed his ways and was a little more humble. I like his videos now and I agree with your take on his drone shots of the impossibly beautiful and rugged terrain of the islands of the North & Norwegian Seas. But it is not fair to compare the sailing of Eric with that of Dan & Kika. They are currently sailing more protected waters behind the island chain. Eric sails the North Atlantic, North Sea, and the Norwegian Sea on purpose waiting for rough conditions to challenge himself to gain experience gradually, and there is no comparison as we've seen from Eric's videos and what we saw from Dan on the Norwegian rescue of the ship in distress, and where UMA is now sailing. I would still lke to see Eric batten down that companionway hatch when he is out in the cockpit and always have himself tethered. I talked with single-hander many years ago about tethering and he said he usually does, but once he was only going between islands in Hawaii and neglected to. While on deck, the boat hit a rogue wave and through him off the boat! He reached out and caught the top lifeline with one hand as he flew by. It held and so did he. He NEVER fails to hook up NOW! And UMA's videography is second to none and their videos are BREATHTAKING, especially so in Norway!
Excellent closing comments from Dan, nicely brings home the risks of high latitudes sailing. It can get pretty heavy up there, and then the outro drone footage with the backdrop of Lofoten shows it can be pretty heavenly too.
All three of them. But nevertheless; very wel made footage and editing on a boat in winter in Norway. Certenly tells a story and is made with feeling and good taste.
Thanks guys, for once more showing us the sheer beauty of Northern Norway and its spectacular scenery & your drone filming so good too. One thing you have taken in is how dangerous the northern north sea can be so keep treating it with huge respect guys and u cannot go wrong. Just watch out for icing up on masts & rigging the further north u go.
Ice does build up on the surface of the sails, but the fabric itself is made from Dacron, which is plastic, and very durable. It also doesn't absorb water, so it doesn't actually "freeze". I'm sure if it were cold enough, it could be an issue. But if it were that cold, the ocean would be frozen as well, so you wouldn't be doing much sailing.
I can’t see why anyone would go up north in the winter, ( maybe because I live in Florida) but am so had you did . It is so beautiful. I was up there 4-5 years ago on a cruise. Your edit is so good. Thanks.❤️❤️
87 yo living in Wichita, KS, USA and really enjoy your adventure and your obvious love and mutual attraction. Continue to Continue and enjoy. You make my days better.
Beautiful docking and use of the word, "random." Thanks for always showing the beauty of your surroundings and the beauty of your relationship. Any serious sailor knows the importance of picking your weather but thanks for making that clear to the neophytes that think they want a 'story' of adventures at sea. I have one and it is a great story to tell sitting at the dock but was horrifying living it at sea.
Woe! That's a relief... I was worried about you-two... The Northern Atlantic is nothing trivial, it's very serious stuff. I am so happy you clarified things. I can look forward to the next episode :-)
1000 thanks for a very exciting documentation of your completely unique journey. Since the first recordings, the quality in both content and editing of the features had gotten better and better. And you maintain a high level of information. Then again 1000 thanks and good luck on the journey.
Many majestic mountains and they’re so beautiful. I’m sure that the beauty out does the bad weather Hope you guys are safe through all of it.. Enjoy all the magnificent filming you two do. Great job. Stay warm.
The precipitation you were experiencing is actually frozen sleet. In German it's called 'Graupel'. It usually comes at temperatures slightly below freezing when real sleet origins in slightly higher altitudes when in Winter in Europe low pressure fronts usually bring warmer air that pushes ahead at higher altitudes. In this warmer air precipitation begins as sleet and freezes over on its way down. So Graupel is frozen snow crystals bulged together with water droplets, forming what you quite correctly identified as tiny snowballs. When the front proceeds, the frozen sleet eventually changes into regular sleet and if its warm enough into rain. Typical late Winter/Spring weather around the Gulfstream coasts of Northern Europe, i.e. Norwegian, Danish, Scottish, German and Dutch coastlines.
Very wise strategy for safe sailing. It is nearly the same as this airplane adage: there are bold pilots and there are old pilots, but (wait for it…). There are NO old, bold pilots. Very true, I feel! Stay safe even if it is tough to stay warm! Fair winds!
You camera work is so good. Not only is it truly professional, it also shows a great sense of hue and framing. As for the North Sea : as one of my crew member said when we caught caught in a force 8++ off the Denmark coast : "whew… you sail during the fall equinox once … never twice ! …" (that was back in 1979…)
Seriously great sail set .. ex dingy and R/C 1 metre competing skipper I was broach champion in my Enterprise dingy . I never did get the hang of Jibing even remotely successful.. the mainsail would get pinned on the water and the Oh Ohh gonna get wet feeling would surface . ONCE AGAIN. The self balers worked brilliantly on my Enterprise most of the water would leave through the transom doors then the floor balers would slurp the remaining water out . Love your videos . At 76 years old not my fav sort of weather . We would be sat nice and cosy watching the woodburner ..
Honesty and uprightness in evaluating the own chances to get through problems in just these nothern parts of Norway are probably key elements characterizing excellent sailors, what you are! So stay alive so we can profit from your example!
You are so right to plan your sailing light that ! Those northern views are amazing ! And I love the sailing and mooring ! Quite tough mooring boat back! You are such a great team ! Saúde !
Another beautiful superbly entertaining and informative episode. Kudos for the “reality check” warning at the end. “Survival is truly eternal vigilance!”
That's some awesome beauty where your at right now. I got to experience that when I was aboard TeVega that is now called Deva. We sailed around western Europe but one of our northern most ports of call was Leningrad, Russia and that was in 1985. Sailing out of their, a gale force 11 surprised us. The storm lasted three and a half days and it was pitch black like it was in the middle of the night with no moon and a heavy overcast. The wind and waves were so heavy that out boat was laid over several times on it's side but thank God, not much water came in the aft companion way. It was such an awesome experience and one of the most memorable moments of my life as I'm sure this trip will be for you. We didn't go as far north as you have been but close.
Yes our lifestyle is different. Economic and social policies to keep rural societies livable has been a cornerstone across political parties and trends in Norway since WWII. However, it also comes with a cost as most modern societies favors centralization. Look to Sweden and you will see the difference btw the two countries and how that also "may" have affected the spread of pandemic. Apart from having an odd approach to flock-imunity, Sweden with a much higher percentage of the population living in cities/congested areas, they also have a dramatically higher percentage of Covid cases as opposed to Norway higher percentage live in relatively isolated places so that outbreaks can more easily be controlled/contained (just one of my many theories in life hahaha)
Terrific fun watching you sail in less popular temps! I didn't like seeing you walk out of the cockpit but I guess it was necessary. True adventurers you are!
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Sign: Norway is not meant for ass sitting in Lofoten; very "Don't buy a couch".
Brilliant
It's good they take things slow. Southerners die up in Norway every year thinking they know what to do. I grew up in those places and nature there can kill you in an instance.
Loven it all 💞
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Amazing....
Reminds me of the Tasman glacier a bit looks like a huge meteor hit there or a volcano blue up sideways WOW
This is why I love this channel, while other RUclipsrs are sailing in the Caribbean, you guys are in places very few show. 👍
As someone who used to work at sea in the North Atlantic that disclaimer at the end was good to see. Ive been out in 20 meter waves and 90 knot winds and in that a 1000 ton vessel feels like a little kork bobbing around. Sailing a yacht in such weather is suiside. Glad to see you guys err on the side of caution, Thats good seamanship!
I’ve done a great deal of Arctic & Antarctic sailing but in an aluminum purpose designed 64’ expedition boat. For you too tropical kids to tackle Norway and the North Sea in winter in Uma is just spectacular. Your closing observation is properly sober. Respect!
Yes, much respect. Those two very intelligent youngsters have shown it many, many times. They do not get in anything without thinking.
I do admire Kika and Daniel for it.
If Kika's Mom can watch their journey, she must be A) extremely proud B) extremely worrying about her baby ! Remember that Kika has never seen snow before Dan took her home in BC !
Great episode! ...as somebody who learn how to sail in the area where you are I LOVE the disclaimer at the end 🙏
Indeed! It was a very good ending.
I agree ☝️ It was very insightful and good ending. I love you guys ❤️ Stay safe and happy 😍
Hey Dan you should’ve just said “we don’t have footage of sailing in bad weather because we’re not stupid”. Nuff said. Let the haters hate. Y’all are doing a great job. I see enough bad crap on a daily bases. I come here to see something that makes me smile for 15-20 minutes to escape said bad crap.
God yes. The world is going insane if you spend any time watching the news or on social media. This is the life I watch to escape from all that nonsense.
But they do have footage of sailing in "bad weather"...tons of it. When you're crossing oceans heavy weather is inevitable. UMA has seen some big following seas in the Atlantic. It happens and they - like all capable sailors - deal with it.
@@williambremner9022 you’re right, of course, but a summer ocean crossing is in a very different league than arctic winter. Partly because in the latter, storms come way more frequently, and partly because they are mostly more powerful and dramatically more dangerous. A hurricane in comfortable 25 degrees centigrade is dangerous and scary. I’ve sailed in that and hope to never see anything like it again. If you turn down thee temperature to far below freezing, the wind power increases dramatically because cold air is more compressed and thus heavier. On top of that comes the biggest problem; icing on the boat. The air is full of spray. When it hits the boat and rigging it turns to ice in a moment. It will sometimes build up to ridiculous amounts in no time. Then you need to work like crazy to hack off the ice so the boat won’t capsize. Doing that while the boat moves wildly and the deck is covered in wet ice while being exposed to what that type of wind and cold does to a human, makes for close to certain death….
@@SteinVarjord completely agree with everything you've said. Icing-up of running rigging/decks is killer if not managed under passage, for sure. I'm a Canadian sailor but I live in and sail out of Singapore...no ice here, brother! ;-)
The difference is knowing what your options are and knowing that you and your boat are capable of a given situation. Crossing the North Atlantic we knew was 18 days offshore of 25-30kts, like you said when crossing Oceans bad weather is inevitable, and we made sure we were prepared for it, but even there we carefully paid attention to the weather patterns every day and proactively adjusted course all the time to avoid getting into worst conditions forming in the distance (our route was like a giant snake, going slightly more north to avoid high pressures then a bot more South to avoid lows, and so on) Sailing the coast of Norway however are all day-sails each safe harbour within 15-20nm of eachother. So it is much more logical and no reasons not to wait for a better window for the next leg.
At the beginning of the video when y'all were getting ready to leave, I really thought that was Kika singing. You guys make such a good team, especially when you know each others strengths and weaknesses. Nice job backing your boat in Dan, hat's off to you for that. I like how y'all explained how dangerous the seas can be even thou your videos make it look easy. As you said Dan, you pick your weather window wisely for sailing, that's smart sailing. Love your videos guys!
Backing in like a BOSS!
I've heard of norwegians coming home from world sailing only to break their mast in the North sea. What you talk about in the end is very important👏👏 once again, great episode❤️
Reverse parking - awesome job - so impressed. Love seeing your epic progress. Hope you realise how epic you both are as a team and as story tellers of your adventures.
You are wise beyond your years. Smart sailing is safe sailing or low risk is high reward!
That was good Dan how you came clean and explained North Sea sailing in the Winter. Very sobering. Stay safe and keep using your good judgment. We would all hate to see something bad happen to you both.
Your videos make me so happy. Im not able to move very well anymore due to illness. Yet I’m a wanderer at heart. Your Videos let me experience places I always wondered about. And for this I’m so grateful.
I love that you take us along as you venture off the boat. Two smart, sweet, resouceful young people. Love the channel.
In Colorado, the styrofoam snow you were encountering is called Graupel. It's caused when snowflakes get coated with frozen water droplets (rime) as they are falling.
That's also the German word. Translations include sleet, soft hail, and tapioca snow.
Also "corn" snow is another term for it.
I grew up in NW Colorado by Craig, we called it "Tapioca snow". Now I live in SW Arizona and miss the heck out of the mountains and the cold. Y'all be safe.
yeah,funny you use a german term .Hail cannot be produced in cold seasons,it needs the warm air carrying the ice until they are big enough and fall down as hail.It is always frozen water only,never snow,maybe with a corn of sand/dust in the center like bigger raindrops.
I've experienced hail in January twice. Snow on the ground but hail over top of it.
There doesn't need to be WARM air, just an updraft, and hail can form
Your clarification of the care that you exercise in choosing relitively safe weather windows for your voyages is welcome. The technology available today would have been a godsend to sailors even 50 years ago. You have consistently mentioned waiting in port for favorable weather in episodes stretching back to the beginning of your travels. I also specifically remember that you made a significant course change to avoid the worst of a storm during your Atlantic crossing. Thank you for empathizing the critical importance weather awareness to any sailing venture. I look forward to each new episode - you guys do a wonderful job with your videos.
The fetch, the distance the wind travels unimpeded across the water is a big determinant for the size of the waves they could encounter. That one shot of the following sea gave me chills.
Your being very wise. There was a saying when I worked on a crab boat in Alaska in the mid 70’s. There are old sailors and bold sailors but there are no old bold sailors
Great!
Same thing is said for pilots.
@@moosesamli4569 It's a good phrase to remember
Really appreciate that you added that note about the North Sea conditions (and insertage footage of some of the huge swells). A recent North Sea rescue of crew members from a large ship off Norway made the news all the way here in CA. You hear about how dangerous it is from time to time, but it's easy to forget if you're not there experiencing it. Glad you're being smart and safe. Really enjoy following your travels!
I love that you think about it and then concede to Dan for docking, he is the best for asking you and then you make your decision! Absolute success for your relationship, can't help myself I am a Mom...
Wow, amazing video! Good job telling it like it is! Glad to see a RUclips channel not just chasing the warmer temps!
7:26 The snow on your hat is a good thing, it means your heat is not escaping your body through your hat and melting the show on it. :P
Great comments at the end Dan and as always, thanks for keeping it real and for taking us along for the adventures!
Incredible visuals! You two have gotten so good doing this. Every one is pro-level quality. Thanks also for the reality check regarding the real weather. When I watched you in your early days, I never expected to see this kind of sailing at this time of year inside the Arctic circle! BRAVO!
Choosing when you leave port is key to not only good seamanship but even survival. The various coastguards are always glad when sailors have such a sensible approach.
When I first subscribed all those years ago when you were just getting underway, my comment to my wife was, “these guys seem like wonderful people, and I am worried that I might be watching the opening scenes of a snuff film.” My, how things have changed. The North Sea in winter, in a Pearson as old as I am. And with skill, care, and wisdom that…seems uncommon to put it lightly. It has been a great pleasure to watch you learn and grow as you travel, and to maybe learn a little bit along with you from my leafy landlocked suburb. Thank you as always, for sharing. Your work is a triumph.
Do not apologise for keeping you both and the boat safe it is the sign of a good sailor always weighing up risk v reward and I salute you for that. Great video as always. Fair winds from the 🇬🇧
Absolutely awesome scenery, snow punctuates the views of the mountains. Burr….❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️
Sooo glad it’s you not me! Your weather disclaimer was brilliant and may save lives if viewers take precautions in their own trips, remembering your words. 💯
Just a note to thank you for your informative and professional video log, particularly since you left US and more so in your European winter sailing. I was Chief Engineer deep sea for many years and have also sailed coastal in Ireland and Canada. You both are consummate sailors and manage to impart your skills, whether its in marine knowledge, design and implementation or media development. It’s a pleasure and a privilege to follow along with you. Oh! and refreshing to see two young people happy to show how much they love each other. “Fair Winds & Following Seas” to you. Be Safe!
I don't see any other voyaging pleasure boats, not on the docks around you, not at sea, not in the middle of winter.... I wonder why? Thanks for this glimpse of beautiful Artic Norway in the middle of the non-tourist (freezing) winter.
Im native sailor and will try answere. Most people lives south in Norway and the few lives in north keeps sailboat on land during winter. So do do I. This part of Norway amazing all year, however sailing is easiest during summer. Its like Dan is explaining, few weather windows. Now Kika and Dan have used weeks for climbing up north. For squizing in a trip during work, best option is during summer.
A historical thing Uma should mention, is that Lofoten and north is fameous for Its cod fishing. Cod was dryed outside in spring time by cold dry wind from north. Also the sailed the fish in open boats far south to Bergen. These boats could not go up against the wind and they had to wait or row if the wind was wrong direction.
They took advantage on the north wind in in April-May south and then went back later in june by south wind.
Since wind normally is strong north untill june, modern sailors sail north from june
Yep exactly. We also recently learned about cod fishing and drying, we mentioned it in the previous episode :)
@@SailingUma Also back in the days, fishermen from all over norway went north in the winter for the cod fishing, often rowing all the way. Then back down south to their families and farms in the spring.
That's because all the other cruisers went south and are enjoying the SUMMER WEATHER. 🏝🏝🏝
@Grim FPV They seem to be enjoying themselves. I'm sure if they didn't like it, they'd just sail south.
The Haiti hurricane video is one I always remember....looked like tidal waves coming at you! Epic, epic sailing, in one of the most beautiful and interesting places. Thank you so much for taking us with you. Stay safe. X
Your travels are truly amazing! True sailors and adventure seekers! Love ❤️ you guys!! Tight lines!!
Excellent postscript about the dangers of Arctic winter sailing; good to have that pointedly explained as you did.
15:17 thanks for sharing that! its much better to follow your journey seeing all the "parts". The "movie-like" episodes are great too, and beautifully done, but its prety interesting (and usefull!) to know all the other stuff that goes around
I mostly watch channels of sailors in the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and South Pacific. And I definitely do not like cold weather. That said, I'm really enjoying your channel for a geographic change, and especially for the two of you. Good job on the content and editing! Thank you!
Very well said your remarks about the dangers of the North Sea. And very clever to hide in well protected harbors. Good luck
He initially said 'Northern Sea', then 'North Sea'. But he is referring to the 'Norwegian Sea'. The North Sea (or occasionally also named Northern Sea) in Europe is much more south (between UK and Belgium-Netherlands-Denmark). Can also be nasty with strong winds, but since the North Sea is mostly shallow and much more enclosed by land, huge waves are rare.
Just wanted to thank you for going north... whereas I love watching all the sailboats In the Caribbean, it is a nice change of pace to see all the beauty of the North... Thanx again and stay safe... ;-)
"...it is good to travel with hope and and with courage but it is still better to travel with knowledge!"
- Ragnar Lothbrok -
You are both amazing! I am almost 80 and don’t sail anymore, but watching Uma braving the North Sea is such a thrill. I visited Svalbard 10 yrs ago (in July) on an expedition cruise ship, but missed the gorgeous Norwegian coast. You are so careful, yet playful- a joy to watch. Thank you Kika and Dan from NY, NY!
I never could imagine, that someone born in the Caribbean would love the winter in the Lofoten.. Kika you’re just great. You both are doing it the hard way in Norway like real adventurers. I hope you enjoyed Svolvaer. What impressed me most in the Lofoten are the totally green mountains in summer. Keep save.
Kika, not Mika.
@@williambremner9022 sorry for the typo. I’ve corrected it.
What I really like about your videos is that you don't sail to dock at the remotest islands. You have an itinerary and it includes the people and places at your destination. I love your interactions with the peoples of the world. Very nice boat? ship? lol Safe sailing wherever the wind takes you.
Brrrrrr! I get cold when the temps get below 70! lol Looks like your really having a great time! Thanks for all the amazing videos!
I have said it before you two are the best sailor,s i watch. God Bless you and stay smart and safe.
It really is beautiful!!! That shot of the mountains across the bay was stunning!!!
Your photography rivals the best I have seen from professional photographers.
It is not only the quality but the innovative choice of scenes you choose to capture.
I was just thinking I needed a dose of Uma!
Appreciative of your honesty and humility!
Those look like some interesting designs of boats around you, do you ever get a little curious and check them out with the other captains?
Great video guys and a really sensible approach and message. Planning your route and weather window is always the way to sail.
Love that you don’t wait for perfect weather to sail and explore. Also glad you pick your weather windows carefully.
Kika, Dan, awesome video and the message at the end was a great idea. So many sailing vlogs give a false idea of reality either of living on a boat or how wonderful people’s lives are. Your vids are fascinating and beautiful. Thanks🏏😘
That was such a reassuring vlog on many levels, I think you are absolutely right to choose the best sailing conditions - for your sake and your boat. I am sure every subscriber is supportive of these decisions and always look forward to the next stunning and entertaining video! You both are excellent role models for those who wish to lead an adventurous life!
Only you two would like hiking and sailing in the snow Lol
Gosh! You have cooled me down. Here I am in Yuma, AZ and the temp. right now is 118 degrees F. I admire you both. Your 90 year Old Guy . Your Video's are fantastic.
The view of the reservoir with the round ridge behind reminds me of Lake Louise or Moraine Lake, did it make you homesick for the Rockies Dan?
Sailing the big latitudes is no joke at any time, help, safe harbour and supplies can be hard to find in some places, not to mention that water is COLD.
Stay Safe :)
The best thing we can do in our journey on earth is find happiness. You two are rocking the journey. Thank you
Loved watching Dan spin you over his head.
Here I was expecting yet another drama charged epic from the Canary Island. But...... wait: No, it is Super Uma!! Can't wait for the next episode. Love you guys...
We call that “ ice pellets” here in Canada, but I’m thinking styro- snow sounds much better!
Dipping Dots, gather them then flavor your self
It’s called hail...
You do make it look easy, which is a sign that you know what you are doing. Thanks for the entertaining and HQ videos you give us every week.
It's been said that Eskimos have over 100 different words to describe the quality of snow.
#101. Styrofoamy
You guys are amazing! As sailors, yes, but also there's so much love and respect between you! Way to go!
I have been watching you both since episode where you first laid eyes on uma. Now I watch more sailing channels that I care to admit. That being said without your adventuring north I would have never got to see this part of the world at least through there expert videography and editing eyes. Thanks so much Dan and kika for letting me experience Norway. Besides if I see another feeding pigs on a beach vidio I could just loose my mind😂. Even though given the chance I think it would be fun.
Just absolutely impressed and inspired by your vlogs ! Everything , the filming, your optimism, the background music , the information you share , the fun - and the more serious parts , and , last not least the waves , the sea , and the sails . Thank you very much !
You 2 are amazing adventurers - but you are smart ones as well. The photography in this episode is breathtaking, you must feel so small sometimes 😁.
This whole trip has has been such a departure from your early days, but far more depth and what amazing sailors you both have become - thank you for sharing this journey
That "strange" snow is called graupel. It's a real thing. We get it often in Montana.
Same word in german...
@@krzysztofp.9442 That's because it is a German word.
@@josephglenn5612 makes sense 😉
Great experience for you two,glad for you getting the most out of it.Thank you for the reality talk at the end.To be honest,i start to worry about you,so please,dont go further north.Let it be a pleasant experience without testing out anything.
GOD bless and protect you both and your families.
In Ottawa, the weatherman calls it "snow pellets"
Meteorologically speaking in the aviation world that's what we call it as well.
You guys are great! I love winter too and I’m glad you go there to send us the videos so we can live vicariously through you! It is magical and no matter how old you are or how many times you see it, it will always be magic.
For anyone who wants to see what these waters look like, I HIGHLY recommend checking out Erik Aanderaa's channel. Not only is he an amazing sailor who single hands these waters, but his cinematography is hands down outstanding, and deserving of awards.
I think he's a bit over-dramatic. His drone shots are nice, but he always makes sailing in 20+kts look WAY overly epic and shaky. It's hard to watch. Dan and Kika sail in the same conditions in their videos in the same waters and do a much better job showing what it actually like.
@@noahbruket5906 That's funny because in this very video Dan says specifically that they don't show what sailing in these waters is like, lol.
@@noahbruket5906 I stopped watching NBJS pretty quickly in his beginning after watching him take unnecessary chances and ignore good safety precautions and I let him know. When he later came back on after a long absence I watched again and noticed he had changed his ways and was a little more humble. I like his videos now and I agree with your take on his drone shots of the impossibly beautiful and rugged terrain of the islands of the North & Norwegian Seas. But it is not fair to compare the sailing of Eric with that of Dan & Kika. They are currently sailing more protected waters behind the island chain. Eric sails the North Atlantic, North Sea, and the Norwegian Sea on purpose waiting for rough conditions to challenge himself to gain experience gradually, and there is no comparison as we've seen from Eric's videos and what we saw from Dan on the Norwegian rescue of the ship in distress, and where UMA is now sailing. I would still lke to see Eric batten down that companionway hatch when he is out in the cockpit and always have himself tethered. I talked with single-hander many years ago about tethering and he said he usually does, but once he was only going between islands in Hawaii and neglected to. While on deck, the boat hit a rogue wave and through him off the boat! He reached out and caught the top lifeline with one hand as he flew by. It held and so did he. He NEVER fails to hook up NOW! And UMA's videography is second to none and their videos are BREATHTAKING, especially so in Norway!
Excellent closing comments from Dan, nicely brings home the risks of high latitudes sailing. It can get pretty heavy up there, and then the outro drone footage with the backdrop of Lofoten shows it can be pretty heavenly too.
That opening shot should be few seconds longer!
that place is fantasy.
All three of them. But nevertheless; very wel made footage and editing on a boat in winter in Norway. Certenly tells a story and is made with feeling and good taste.
So glad to hear you no complaints about the weather, breathe it all in you are the best.
Very beautiful 👍👍
You two are so great! I hope nothing bad ever ever happens to you - EVER!
Actually they're back in the Canada. This has all been green screen and special effects. Yes, that was really styrofoam . . .
HaHaHa. Like it. But where is THE Canada?...
@@charonstyxferryman Aren't you someone who completely misses a joke? Twice?
Thanks guys, for once more showing us the sheer beauty of Northern Norway and its spectacular scenery & your drone filming so good too.
One thing you have taken in is how dangerous the northern north sea can be so keep treating it with huge respect guys and u cannot go wrong.
Just watch out for icing up on masts & rigging the further north u go.
Wouldn’t your sails snap if they were frozen when you unfurled them?
The sail fabric freezes far below the 0C at which water freezes. I have had a plastic garbage bag shatter, somewhere below -40C.
Ice does build up on the surface of the sails, but the fabric itself is made from Dacron, which is plastic, and very durable. It also doesn't absorb water, so it doesn't actually "freeze". I'm sure if it were cold enough, it could be an issue. But if it were that cold, the ocean would be frozen as well, so you wouldn't be doing much sailing.
Epic. A hardy couple sailing challenging Arctic waters in mid-winter. Incredible views. Thanks for posting. Keep safe.
"We're going to come in and captain ron right in front of him" LOL
We knew what we meant ;)
I can’t see why anyone would go up north in the winter, ( maybe because I live in Florida) but am so had you did . It is so beautiful. I was up there 4-5 years ago on a cruise. Your edit is so good. Thanks.❤️❤️
In German this stuff is called “Graupel”. Don’t know if this helps…
We call it Grabble in the 🇺🇲
Hagel
@@markskinlo42 I’ve never had this here in south Texas. 🥶
87 yo living in Wichita, KS, USA and really enjoy your adventure and your obvious love and mutual attraction. Continue to Continue and enjoy. You make my days better.
It just hurts seeing that you have been sailing half way round the world to get to Lofoten, and the you miss out on 99,9 % of the “good stuff”.
Unbelievable scenery! Spectacular and unexpected places for finding villages and towns. Thank you for bringing Lofoten home for us to enjoy.
Having sailed the North Sea... yeah. No. Not my cup of tea anymore.
Beautiful docking and use of the word, "random." Thanks for always showing the beauty of your surroundings and the beauty of your relationship. Any serious sailor knows the importance of picking your weather but thanks for making that clear to the neophytes that think they want a 'story' of adventures at sea. I have one and it is a great story to tell sitting at the dock but was horrifying living it at sea.
So beautiful! Thank you for sharing it with us. It is greatly appreciated.
The bottom line is that you guys stayed positive with your attitudes. Thank you for sharing. Watching from Los Angeles, CA Steve Miller.
Woe! That's a relief... I was worried about you-two... The Northern Atlantic is nothing trivial, it's very serious stuff. I am so happy you clarified things. I can look forward to the next episode :-)
1000 thanks for a very exciting documentation of your completely unique journey. Since the first recordings, the quality in both content and editing of the features had gotten better and better. And you maintain a high level of information. Then again 1000 thanks and good luck on the journey.
Many majestic mountains and they’re so beautiful. I’m sure that the beauty out does the bad weather Hope you guys are safe through all of it.. Enjoy all the magnificent filming you two do. Great job. Stay warm.
Thank you for the bad weather explanation! You guys are awesome!
The precipitation you were experiencing is actually frozen sleet. In German it's called 'Graupel'. It usually comes at temperatures slightly below freezing when real sleet origins in slightly higher altitudes when in Winter in Europe low pressure fronts usually bring warmer air that pushes ahead at higher altitudes. In this warmer air precipitation begins as sleet and freezes over on its way down. So Graupel is frozen snow crystals bulged together with water droplets, forming what you quite correctly identified as tiny snowballs. When the front proceeds, the frozen sleet eventually changes into regular sleet and if its warm enough into rain. Typical late Winter/Spring weather around the Gulfstream coasts of Northern Europe, i.e. Norwegian, Danish, Scottish, German and Dutch coastlines.
Very wise strategy for safe sailing. It is nearly the same as this airplane adage: there are bold pilots and there are old pilots, but (wait for it…). There are NO old, bold pilots. Very true, I feel! Stay safe even if it is tough to stay warm! Fair winds!
You camera work is so good. Not only is it truly professional, it also shows a great sense of hue and framing.
As for the North Sea : as one of my crew member said when we caught caught in a force 8++ off the Denmark coast : "whew… you sail during the fall equinox once … never twice ! …" (that was back in 1979…)
Seriously great sail set .. ex dingy and R/C 1 metre competing skipper I was broach champion in my Enterprise dingy . I never did get the hang of Jibing even remotely successful.. the mainsail would get pinned on the water and the Oh Ohh gonna get wet feeling would surface . ONCE AGAIN. The self balers worked brilliantly on my Enterprise most of the water would leave through the transom doors then the floor balers would slurp the remaining water out . Love your videos . At 76 years old not my fav sort of weather . We would be sat nice and cosy watching the woodburner ..
Honesty and uprightness in evaluating the own chances to get through problems in just these nothern parts of Norway are probably key elements characterizing excellent sailors, what you are! So stay alive so we can profit from your example!
You are so right to plan your sailing light that ! Those northern views are amazing !
And I love the sailing and mooring ! Quite tough mooring boat back!
You are such a great team !
Saúde !
Another beautiful superbly entertaining and informative episode. Kudos for the “reality check” warning at the end. “Survival is truly eternal vigilance!”
That's some awesome beauty where your at right now. I got to experience that when I was aboard TeVega that is now called Deva. We sailed around western Europe but one of our northern most ports of call was Leningrad, Russia and that was in 1985. Sailing out of their, a gale force 11 surprised us. The storm lasted three and a half days and it was pitch black like it was in the middle of the night with no moon and a heavy overcast. The wind and waves were so heavy that out boat was laid over several times on it's side but thank God, not much water came in the aft companion way. It was such an awesome experience and one of the most memorable moments of my life as I'm sure this trip will be for you. We didn't go as far north as you have been but close.
I thourally enjoy the scenery and drone shots of the villages. A life style so very different than anywhere else on earth.
Yes our lifestyle is different. Economic and social policies to keep rural societies livable has been a cornerstone across political parties and trends in Norway since WWII. However, it also comes with a cost as most modern societies favors centralization.
Look to Sweden and you will see the difference btw the two countries and how that also "may" have affected the spread of pandemic. Apart from having an odd approach to flock-imunity, Sweden with a much higher percentage of the population living in cities/congested areas, they also have a dramatically higher percentage of Covid cases as opposed to Norway higher percentage live in relatively isolated places so that outbreaks can more easily be controlled/contained (just one of my many theories in life hahaha)
Terrific fun watching you sail in less popular temps! I didn't like seeing you walk out of the cockpit but I guess it was necessary.
True adventurers you are!