ANCHORAGE CARNAGE in 45 KNOTS of wind

We had arrived in Guadaloupe, and it was WINDY. The windiest conditions we have ever been on anchor in. So windy that anchor balls went up, boats dragged, and we were kinda just there, putting all our faith in our anchor and chain. But, through the nerves, we became more trusting of our gear, and got to explore the beautiful French Caribbean- pastries included!
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Episode 55 I Chapter 3: Lets head to the Tropics [Caribbean]
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About Our Boat
- Name pronunciation (Tay-Lee), its Welsh, feel free to call her Too-Loo/Te-a-lu/Teaugukug/Tulu
- 1987 Colvic Victor Ketch
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- Encapsulated Keel and Skeg-Hung Rudder
- 13 Tonnes
About Us
We are Becka and Zach, a couple who, in 2020, dreamt of sailing off into the big blue. Trouble is- we were in a pandemic, had a university degree to finish, on a student budget, only had ever sailed dingies, oh and didn’t have a boat. The dream seemed not only unrealistic but pretty insane.
However, we worked hard, finished our degrees, worked as many hours as physically possible, saved with all our might, got experience and in March 2022 bought our very own sailboat, Teulu. Having little sailing experience and being a young couple, we have encountered a tonne of hurdles and made plenty of mistakes! but for every downfall, there has always been a reason to dust ourselves off and carry on.
We hope you can join us as we sail around the world and keep #bloodydoingit
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Пікірлер: 290

  • @larryodaniel9695
    @larryodaniel96953 ай бұрын

    Your sailing IQ is growing in exponential rates. It's soo fun watching you guys grow.

  • @peterwilson7532
    @peterwilson75328 ай бұрын

    It just crossed my mind...I am lying here living my life vicariously. You both do so much with life, I am so happy for you. All the best on your travels.

  • @richardcranium8408
    @richardcranium8408 Жыл бұрын

    Well done! As a sailmaker, there’s a book out by Wallace Ross “Sail Power” written in 1984. That’s a book you want to read.

  • @TurnOffYourTV

    @TurnOffYourTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Im gonna check it out. Thanks.

  • @dmrpers

    @dmrpers

    3 ай бұрын

    That's the one to have!

  • @chrismazzuckis2373
    @chrismazzuckis2373 Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely amazing! Keep on filming you guys. We learn, we enjoy, we love the adventures.

  • @groovienor
    @groovienor Жыл бұрын

    Wohoo…… Just in time. You guys and Sailing Fishcake Are my guilty pleasure

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    We love Fishcake! ❤️

  • @3252fly
    @3252fly Жыл бұрын

    I have followed you guys since day one.== Your shots and editing is class one.= Showing and explaining how things work for safety is a learning path for this elder inlander Canadian!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sticking around for so long 😁 That means so much to us!

  • @blueboxexteriorcleaningser8014
    @blueboxexteriorcleaningser8014 Жыл бұрын

    I slipped a disc in my back last week and ive watched all your vlogs while incapacitated at home. Id just like to say you a two exceptional people and your vlogs are without a doubt the best on KZread ❤ happy sailing ⛵️ 😊

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m sorry to hear that, I hope you recover fully soon! That warms our hearts, thank you so much ☺️

  • @Razor5624
    @Razor5624 Жыл бұрын

    Another great episode. Well done and thanks for sharing your adventure!

  • @DYoung-vt8pq
    @DYoung-vt8pq Жыл бұрын

    I learned so much watching your video today. Thank you! Safe travels ❤️

  • @marisaconner628
    @marisaconner628 Жыл бұрын

    Great episode! Beautiful footage and storytelling of your experiences! You are “bloody killing it”!

  • @alisonlaw1977
    @alisonlaw1977 Жыл бұрын

    As a non sailor you explain things so well. Your filming is excellent. Looking forward to your next adventure ❤❤❤

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! More to come 😊

  • @-suncheez-
    @-suncheez- Жыл бұрын

    The book that I liked a lot: "Maximum Sail Power. The Complete Guide to Sails, Sail Technology"

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    I'll have a look into it, thanks!

  • @catherinesarah5831
    @catherinesarah5831 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the journey. Nature can be quite unique when she displays her wares. Great for you to engage. And thanks for the tip on the snubbers. 🙏

  • @SBoots29
    @SBoots29 Жыл бұрын

    I would have been up all night like a nervous father with that windy condition. You are getting better with your equipment and confidence. Thank you for taking me along on the journey. Cheers.

  • @stevenwarner9581
    @stevenwarner9581 Жыл бұрын

    you are building your skills and experience of both you and your vessel being nervous as you build the experience is healthy. well done to you both

  • @dutchflats
    @dutchflats Жыл бұрын

    Sail trim manual from North Sails called; North U, Racing Trim by Bill Gladstone......excellent!

  • @taniaruns
    @taniaruns Жыл бұрын

    Courage, by definition, is having fear and doing a thing anyway. Without fear, it can't be called courage. You're courageous!!! Love your channel!!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Wise words 😊 Thank you so much 🙏

  • @joncozzi1701

    @joncozzi1701

    7 ай бұрын

    That was crazy, you guys did so great!

  • @marshawolfkamp7604
    @marshawolfkamp7604 Жыл бұрын

    Nervous is normal and will keep you safe! Also, even though you have done everything right you still have to worry or be conscious of what others are doing. Great job!!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    For sure, thanks so much for watching 😊

  • @CesarGonzalez-kt7vp
    @CesarGonzalez-kt7vp Жыл бұрын

    Always a joy hearing the sound of laughter and taking a fresh green coconut water shower 😀🌴

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s simply the best 😅

  • @dougwilson1769
    @dougwilson17695 ай бұрын

    Another great video.

  • @pmarr98
    @pmarr98 Жыл бұрын

    Don’t beat yourself for being nervous . Even with the best equipment sometimes the anchor drags so better to be worried and ready than over confident

  • @drx1xym154

    @drx1xym154

    Жыл бұрын

    Concern is good ... or great. Worry does nothing, yet frazzled nerves, overconfidence is not any better. Take what safe action you can ... maybe you cannot - maybe you can hold fast! That was some crazy winds, tough looks like most everyone was prepared, if they knew it or not. Events overcome build character!

  • @sailingnendaz
    @sailingnendaz Жыл бұрын

    I couldn’t relate more to that last piece to camera about feeling nervous Becka! We were anchored in 45knots the other day and it was super scary, like walls of wind hitting the boat when the gusts come. But now I know our equipment was good and we stuck like glue I feel way better going into future anchorages in big winds 👏 well done all of us for figuring it out!! Also - great tip with the chain wrap 😮

  • @JakobEngl
    @JakobEngl8 ай бұрын

    Great video

  • @cornebistouille
    @cornebistouille6 ай бұрын

    "the more the wind, the less the round" that's how you optimize your sail tension...

  • @MrFroglips69
    @MrFroglips69 Жыл бұрын

    Groovy video - informative and fun.

  • @tomnikles8810
    @tomnikles8810 Жыл бұрын

    I really like the layout of your boat. Nice choice.

  • @stuartmould6363
    @stuartmould6363 Жыл бұрын

    Brilliant guys fantastic watching you both ⛵️⛵️👍👍

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Stuart!! ☺️

  • @toby232
    @toby232 Жыл бұрын

    Careful of those Moray eels! They might seem tame but that’s because they have nothing to fear from any other animal. Two sets of jaws that drag food down their throats, they aren’t to be messed with!

  • @paulabes4220
    @paulabes4220 Жыл бұрын

    Hey guys, another great video. Great info on anchoring and setting anchors. Keep having a great time and keep living the dream I can't. Thanks again Paul, Vancouver Canada

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers Paul! 😊

  • @Happy_Snapper
    @Happy_Snapper Жыл бұрын

    I’ve not watched you guys for a few months now and I’m amazed how far you have come, amazing job guys! ❤ from Shropshire UK

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s been a busy year 😊 Cheers!

  • @SocialStylesAust
    @SocialStylesAust Жыл бұрын

    Fantastic to watch - a few basic sail trim techniques for you (books often over complicate when first starting out). When sailing upwind (beating, reaching etc) - trim your Jib/Genoa first. On the jib use the lower telltales (the small pieces of yarn/ribbon ) to determine you have the sail set correctly. If the telltale on the inside (closest to the direction of the wind) is fluttering pull the sail in or turn the boat downwind. If the outside one is fluttering let the sail out or turn upwind. Now look at the upper tell tail and use your jib car to open/close the top of the sail and get them flowing - experiment moving the car back and forward and you will get them flowing. Mainsail - let it out until you see a slight luff at the front of the sail and look at the tell tails mid sail and use the mainsheet to get them flowing. Same as above if the inside one is fluttering pull the main sheet in etc. Now look at the top of the sail you should have two streamers off the back of the sail (leech) when trimmed correctly the top one should stream back and then suck back in about a 1/4 to 1/3 of the time. The lower one should stream. Adjust these via your boom vang to open and close the top of the sail. Key pointer is do all this trimming first when your sails are fully out (not reefed). Reefing changes the wind flow over the sail and make it harder to trim. Once you master the telltales then start experimenting with the cunningham halyard tension and outhaul tension (this chnages depth of the sail based on wind strength

  • @basilbrushbooshieboosh5302
    @basilbrushbooshieboosh53028 ай бұрын

    It;s great learning off you guys, not because you're super experienced, but because you're not actually. See I've just bought my first yacht, still kitting her up, and I can imagine that I'll go through a heck of a lot of the same conditions, and feelings, as you guys are going through ie. high wind, thinking about the adequacy of my kit, and all the rest. Great to watch you cruise (shaky laugh) through it.

  • @somadevo
    @somadevo Жыл бұрын

    You have good sailing instincts. Sailing life has many initiations which ultimately install your courage and insights into expanded capability. Highest Blessings

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers 😁

  • @Historsea
    @Historsea Жыл бұрын

    What a GREAT adventure!!!

  • @alvee264
    @alvee264 Жыл бұрын

    Every day on a sailboat you learn something new, keep it up

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Always!

  • @143tinaed
    @143tinaed Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely wonderful video, it's so nice that you live a grand life

  • @rogerdarbyshire5664
    @rogerdarbyshire5664 Жыл бұрын

    The leeside of high ground can be interesting, wind wise, to say the least. Being nervous is something to be proud of, not ashamed. Only idiots aren't nervous at sea, and the two of you are definitely not idiots. This is where all your hard work and money spent on outfitting Teulu pay off. It's amazing how good modern anchors are. Just be careful as the season wears on, of the hordes of charter boats infesting the anchorages. Whilst some are good, many are outfitted to the bare minimum, and hardly sailed any better. I was scared rigid in Antigua Week once, when I realised how many people didn't know the port-starboard right of way rules...gulp.

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    I couldn’t be happier with our new chain and oversized anchor! We’ve had a few close calls with charter boats with minimal chain out already, not to say that all charter boats don’t know what they are doing. The majority are perfect good sailors 😊

  • @johnharris2337
    @johnharris2337 Жыл бұрын

    Lovely strumming at around 11 minutes. Perfectly good to feel nervous as it’s usually other boats that drag or haven’t got your skills, it’s just in your subconscious mind giving you a healthy prod to be hyper aware. It will keep you safe in your journey. Well done both

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    We love anchoring far away from everyone for that reason 😅 Cheers John!

  • @andreflavell3453
    @andreflavell3453 Жыл бұрын

    What a delightful couple

  • @stevenplancich6449
    @stevenplancich6449 Жыл бұрын

    Glad to see ya Folks moving up on “The Learning Curve”👍 Continue to Stay Safe and Enjoy😎

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers Steven, we will! 😁

  • @nizamuddin7311
    @nizamuddin73116 ай бұрын

    You are guys are too good

  • @handroids1981
    @handroids1981 Жыл бұрын

    It was great having a guest appearance by Owen Wilson. Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow.

  • @micheldawes1
    @micheldawes1 Жыл бұрын

    @28:00 WOW! How cool is that! A Moray eel on your anchor chain! (Never seen that before! He looked very cool!)

  • @kptbillburkett8735
    @kptbillburkett8735 Жыл бұрын

    I wake up very early (03:30) every Monday morning just to watch ya'lls video's. There so full of Life and wonder. You make me want to see more. I love how you jump in on the Deep end. That is what life is. So I will be here on my lanai looking at the stars reflecting off the ocean. And waiting for your next video. So injoy life and until next time, Aloha from the Big Island of Hawaii! 🌋🍹

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s really put a smile on both of our faces! ☺️ We couldn’t agree more! Hopefully we’ll see you in Hawaii one day 😁

  • @kptbillburkett8735

    @kptbillburkett8735

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TeuluTribe Ya'll are very Welcome to stay with us. My wife is a Great cook and the Ocean View us to die for. In the winter months you can hear the whales talking to each other. Hawaii is a very magical place! So we will be waiting on your arrival.

  • @michaelrobinson8915
    @michaelrobinson8915 Жыл бұрын

    Full immersion champions you are...blessings...m

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers Michael!

  • @jonathanaldworth2715
    @jonathanaldworth2715 Жыл бұрын

    Having fear or being nervous is natural. It also keeps you thinking about things which will also prevent you from taking things for granted. Don’t beat your selves up :)

  • @planesail1956
    @planesail1956 Жыл бұрын

    on sail trim, look at lots of photos of classic racing yachts of bygone days , the old guys have forgotten more about sail trim than most people know today . look at the curve of the leach !

  • @paulstephens5229
    @paulstephens5229 Жыл бұрын

    The vents are called dorades, and they can be as much trouble as they are useful. Love the video.

  • @Great-to-be
    @Great-to-be10 ай бұрын

    Ace videos you two, just discovered you and subscribed! Keep ‘em comin’. 😊

  • @MrDangadave
    @MrDangadave7 ай бұрын

    Just started following you guys. Well done, I really like the informative sections, your editing is on point, great song over your hike section.

  • @brockingram4238
    @brockingram42388 ай бұрын

    I've only recently discovered your channel. I'm enjoying watching you both learn and progress. As for trim books, I'd recommend North U Trim by North Sails.

  • @ThatDudeWarb
    @ThatDudeWarb Жыл бұрын

    Looks like it was BLOWING a few of those nights. I’m reading a few sailing books myself right now hope you share whatever ones you find useful in future episodes! Take it easy! 🤙

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    I’ll make a note of anyones that we find interesting! Cheers Mike 😊

  • @salterclan
    @salterclan Жыл бұрын

    Really enjoying your style of videos. Like the attitudes as well as attempting to give good info such as caternary effect. Keep killing it!!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏

  • @markvandersandt8046
    @markvandersandt8046 Жыл бұрын

    Hi, I had a video out out by North sails, called trim for speed. I've just googled it as North Sails trim for speed and it came up on you tube. It is very concise and simple explanation of sail trim and the reasons why. It's quite an old video, but no less relevant. I applied the knowledge and definitely helped in my racing, over the years - also promotes sail longevity. Mark

  • @stagman244
    @stagman244 Жыл бұрын

    Wow! Scary stuff, well done guys 👍🏼

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching 😁

  • @seabournewolf2298
    @seabournewolf2298 Жыл бұрын

    I've been on boats my whole life, make sure you go over kill on your snubber and make sure its in good shape. the way you had your chain around that kevel...if the cleat breaks way that capstan is also going with it. just make sure you have a good snubber that can absorb the shock

  • @LadyKSailing
    @LadyKSailing Жыл бұрын

    When I was in a hurricane I not only ran the anchor chain to a cleat, but then tied the cleat with zero stretch poly line back to the mast. So if the cleat tried to pull sway from the boat, it also had to pull against the mast where it goes through the deck. The strongest thing on the deck is the mast ;) Your channel is fk'n awesome btw! Great work!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much! That sounds super smart of you- it must have been pretty intimidating in a hurricane!

  • @jonathanmillen1991
    @jonathanmillen1991 Жыл бұрын

    Fear can keep you safe. It's a great idea to be awake and keeping an eye on things in those conditions. It's very loud and scary in high winds.

  • @stevecrombie5357
    @stevecrombie5357 Жыл бұрын

    Hi. This is only my second "current" video. Very nice, and 30 minutes is a real commitment. A lot of work. In windy anchorages like that you do everything right, then lay there and hope everyone else did their stuff right. As I watch all your older videos I feel moved to comment, I hope that isn't too irritating. If it is please tell me, I know most of this stuff is old news with hundreds of comments already. Stay safe. Love the channel.

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Steve. Please comment as much as you want to, we love reading everyone’s comments 😊 Thanks 🙏

  • @Islandteacherwkbx
    @Islandteacherwkbx Жыл бұрын

    These videos make me so homesick.

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Sorry about that, are you from Guadeloupe?

  • @Islandteacherwkbx

    @Islandteacherwkbx

    Жыл бұрын

    @Teulu Tribe No, Bermuda originally. I left just over 20 years ago and worked overseas. I moved to England in 2019. You never get over leaving. I love your channel and I have watched every episode since I stumbled on your first episode. Have fun!

  • @sailingnoboundaries
    @sailingnoboundaries Жыл бұрын

    It still amazes me that you sailed across the Atlantic without installing a dodger over the cockpit. Happy sailing.

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s coming soon 😅

  • @garyseven777
    @garyseven777 Жыл бұрын

    Amy and Rory zooming in Teulu TARDIS- Love it! Inspired me to buy a boat- an Electric motored 1975 C&C Mk1! WIll sail her in the Columbia River and then the Pacific Northwest. Thanks for the inspiration!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Haha thanks Gary! Sounds like a wicked boat, I’ll have to Google it later. Hopefully we’ll cross paths with you at some point. We’d love to do the north west passage one day!

  • @garyseven777

    @garyseven777

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TeuluTribe Would be happy to host you or fete you at least! Portland is a Nirvana...

  • @garyseven777

    @garyseven777

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TeuluTribe Oh she is a 33 footer BTW

  • @chrisbailey6986
    @chrisbailey6986 Жыл бұрын

    Beautifully edited video bridges on the beach with your friends and on the river hike. 😊

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @wow.sailor.
    @wow.sailor. Жыл бұрын

    Wow Sailor 👍👍

  • @dougfaulkner6799
    @dougfaulkner6799 Жыл бұрын

    Its fine to be nervous and very natural, after all, your vessel is your world. All you have is encapsulated in it including your lives. Better to be vigilant in those conditions, no matter how many times you've experienced them. Always err on the side of caution and those practices will mitigate fear.

  • @johnwolf2829
    @johnwolf2829 Жыл бұрын

    THANK YOU for the captions! You guys are a real class act, and little things like that show you care about putting out a good product. You have probably got about a dozen suggestions for a book already, so I'd say.... write your own. Seriously; keep notes on what works and does not for your boat & sails. Might come in handy later on, right?

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure, haha maybe after a few more miles 😅

  • @johnwolf2829

    @johnwolf2829

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TeuluTribe Forgot to mention one thing- Do NOT feel foolish about getting up over and over to check your boat in a dangerous situation like that windy night. It is when you think you have it all down & start getting cocky that bad things happen. Yes, your anchor is impressive, but don't trust your life to it. That's what I love about you guys; humility and a healthy respect for the Sea. I expect that will be a life-saver for you at some point in your journey. Good luck and happiness to you both! :D

  • @josepheddy8189
    @josepheddy8189 Жыл бұрын

    Very good

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏

  • @mehmetbekir444
    @mehmetbekir444 Жыл бұрын

    You guys are so smart

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    We have our moments 😅

  • @joec23
    @joec23 Жыл бұрын

    Hello! I came across your channel a couple of days ago via the prepping video (No.49) and watched the episodes up to this one. I've since gone back to the start and watched them all through over the past 48hrs and am super sad now that I'm all caught up! Your videos are simply amazing! My only gripe is that there isn't enough of them! :D I grew up sailing with my grandad and uncle in Poole, UK and haven't sailed since he passed away in 2015. My uncle recently bought himself a boat and we're going to start sailing again together soon, I can't wait! But for now, I am just living vicariously through you guys! :) Keep up the amazing work and thank you for doing what you do so well :)

  • @joec23

    @joec23

    Жыл бұрын

    @user-qw4jj6vm2d It definitely can be when you factor in maintenance etc but it depends what kind of boat you have. Smaller dingy racing can be cheaper. However, the boat that Becka and Zach have which is similar to the ones I grew up sailing are habitable and have an engine so there are lots more things that can break! :)

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Joe and welcome aboard. That’s a lot of catching up, thanks for your kind words 😊 Ahah well I’m pleased to say that there will be more episodes every week (and extra content on our Patreon). I’m sorry to hear about his passing, it sounds like you had some amazing times with him! I hope that you have a wonderful summer sailing again, maybe we’ll see you two out on the water someday 😁 Cheers!

  • @joec23

    @joec23

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TeuluTribe Thank you! I had a few days off work so time well spent in my eyes! 😁 Glad to hear it! That's very kind of you, yes we did, but most of all I miss him shouting 'bugger' when his hats flew off into the sea behind us as he would rarely bother to turn around for them! 🤣 We would usually just sail around the harbour or compete in the local regattas but I'm keen to do some longer passages in the next year or so, you guys have inspired me! 😊 Yes maybe! Stay safe.

  • @davidbamford4721
    @davidbamford47217 ай бұрын

    Those scoops are called Dorade Vents, named after the racing yacht Dorade, which had several of them on its deck.

  • @AndyUK-Corrival
    @AndyUK-Corrival Жыл бұрын

    Wow so much going on. Great video, it sure was a bit spicy that weather. When I was racing years ago I found the North U Fast Course book really good as it taught a methodology to trim sails, main and fore sails. It also covered masthead and fractional rigs but I can’t recall if it covered ketch rig. Anyway, I did a Google search and they do a book called North U Trim which I imagine is an updated version. There are RYA books and numerous others but personally I would go for something from a sailmaker. If you haven’t already put tell tales on your Genoa’s and also on your mainsail. Also a camber stripe on the main helps to know where the deepest draft of the sail is. I’m sure there are some KZread videos too which might be good. Fair winds and thanks for explaining more on the fish and undersea life as it looked incredible. Andy UK

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers Andy! I’ll have a look into the books you suggested 😁 We do have a number of tell tales, I’ll see if I can find some YT vids on camber stripes! Our pleasure.

  • @davidnichols147
    @davidnichols147 Жыл бұрын

    Sail Makers Apprentice may aid with your quest on sail trim? Another spectacular episode, your knowledge of anchoring in rough conditions was certainly spot on. We love the DRAMA during those passing squalls, and the footage truly shows how brave both are under these conditions. The hike in the mud was epic, can't get enough of the local bug population. Your so fortunate to have met new sailing friends along the way and can't wait for your next episode. Please stay safe and enjoy your adventure. Marvelous!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    I’ll see if we can get hold of it, thanks David! It definitely makes for some exciting moments 😅 Glad you enjoyed it, see you next week!

  • @leeoldershaw956
    @leeoldershaw956 Жыл бұрын

    We had a 41 ft Ketch for 29 years. We reefed the main once at the dock but never again. At about 25 kts of wind we just took it down. Jib and mizzen have a very wide wind range.

  • @steinjohansen3142
    @steinjohansen3142 Жыл бұрын

    When nature roars, it´s healthy to feel anxiety. ;-)

  • @Seafariireland
    @Seafariireland Жыл бұрын

    Oh, the screaming of that wind!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Was pretty windy!

  • @robertlee8042
    @robertlee8042 Жыл бұрын

    It’s natural to fear. It keeps you alive. I’ve never met a person I had much of a relationship with who did not feel fear. And I’ve met lots of adventurous people. Fear entails respect. Respect brings attention attention brings data. Data brings data driven responses. Data driven responses and some luck keep you alive.

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the wise words Robert, we could not agree more!

  • @svintheanajones88
    @svintheanajones88 Жыл бұрын

    Cowl and dorade box. The cowl allows the air to come in and it sits on a dorade box that keeps the water out. I would love to see your trials on sail trim as I am doing the same thing. From what I've learned so far for high winds, make sails flatter and for less wind, increase twist, but try to keep battens parallel to the boom. The head sail is a bit more complicated but only requires a tiny car movement apparently. The fear factor: I am going through the same thing. Every new experience on my boat, from even getting off of a mooring to bringing out each sail, to the fear of shallow areas, everything makes my gut twist. That's why I never "go with my gut". All of this hard work and experience and getting through this will leave us stoic in the end. I wonder if the ketch also had a stern anchor going on. If the ketch only had a bow anchor, or moored at the bow, it should have swung with the wind and nosed into it.

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the info 😁

  • @markdibben7890
    @markdibben7890 Жыл бұрын

    Great films. You two are going to go a long way; you'll have a fabulous sailing life! If you get a chance to catch up with Lyn Pardey, when you get around the Autralasian (Kawau Island, NZ, if she's in) side of the world, do. She's great. She of 'Storm Tactics Handbook'. Top message would be when on a passage and the waves start to give the boat a 'thump' , there's no harm in heaving to and letting the storm pass over you. Fair winds, fun times to you both. 👍

  • @davidmontgomery1016
    @davidmontgomery10166 ай бұрын

    One thing you can do to add some buffer to your anchor snubber is to let out more chain between the boat and the snubber. This pulls the snubber down and acts as a counter balance giving something that the boat has to pull against that will give.

  • @bbroomlea
    @bbroomlea Жыл бұрын

    That bodge job will probably last longer than the bracket 😂

  • @janheikens5005
    @janheikens5005 Жыл бұрын

    Hi, it may be wise to put a piece of rubber sheet between the ty rap and the hose. To spread the pressure. Beautiful over there!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s a good idea, I’ll see if we have some 😊

  • @johnwalker6711
    @johnwalker6711 Жыл бұрын

    Watched the very first episode when you bought the boat , now you have crossed the Atlantic and now cruising the Carribean becoming accomplished sailors, its only been one year since that first episode no small feat by any means considering you hadnt sailed before Fair Winds !!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers John, it’s been a busy year 😅

  • @davekragness269
    @davekragness269 Жыл бұрын

    Drinking word of the day...VENTURI !! 🍹

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    😂

  • @MrChourineur
    @MrChourineur Жыл бұрын

    French pastries what else?? and Vive la France ! (trivial rivalty.. Nice video btw)

  • @thebruce1026
    @thebruce1026 Жыл бұрын

    The weather's that nice muggy, (jump jump bounce bounce) 😂 that's one way to get views lol

  • @FX5067
    @FX5067 Жыл бұрын

    The easiest way to learn sail trim is to watch the tell tails on your sails. The sail is most efficient when all tell tails are flying together. Light winds you want the sail most efficient, heavy winds you probably want to make the sail less efficient. Don’t forget to move Genoa Sheet cars forward when running with the wind to make sails fuller. When beating into the wind, move the cars aft to flatten your sails. After 40 years of sailing, I still watch the tell tails. Now it’s time to watch utube so it all makes sense.

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Great advice, thanks!

  • @markuspetursson3622
    @markuspetursson3622 Жыл бұрын

    Sail and rig tuning is a good book. On my boat we organice anchor watch when wind is over 35kt

  • @sailingcitrinesunset4065
    @sailingcitrinesunset4065 Жыл бұрын

    Wind acceleratoring down mountain side's is called Katabatic wind! Its like a plane wing where the wind accelerate's over the hump.

  • @arottie4097
    @arottie4097 Жыл бұрын

    W0W! It seems sailors have a love hate relationship with the Phenomena called wind!? Ha!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    We sure do 😂

  • @JustinDanby
    @JustinDanby Жыл бұрын

    Is that a Cornish flag behind your chart table area? Looks like it mee loverrrs! Black with a white cross ring a bell? Anyway right on! I am a professional yacht Captain…..Blar blar blar, just finished the OWR on a 72 circumnavigation……eeerrrrrrr….. and now in Corsica running a brand new AMEL 60, but I think you got it right. Especially with our Kernow flag. So pleased I found you two last night on the big jungle of U tube, brilliant stuff 👍

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    It is! Good spot- we were in Cornwall for a good amount of time before leaving the UK and some lovely friends we met bought it for us, so it takes its place proudly on our EPIRB :D Wow, Amel 60- beautiful boat. Hope you enjoy the vids!

  • @stephensparkes7260
    @stephensparkes7260 Жыл бұрын

    Nice x

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏

  • @patrickabas1112
    @patrickabas1112 Жыл бұрын

    being on edge is normal, it's not just your boat to worry about, its more about others that might not have the experience or material to deal with these conditions.

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    So true, we are normally more worried about someone dragging into us. As we know our anchoring gear is slightly excessive for Teulu.

  • @Arnaud58

    @Arnaud58

    Жыл бұрын

    Right! I would start worrying seeing one nòt on edge.😉

  • @HellyWelly93
    @HellyWelly93 Жыл бұрын

    Very windy!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    It sure was 😅

  • @brownnoise357
    @brownnoise357 Жыл бұрын

    Yaaay ! A really good genuine Lewmar oversized eta - Delta(Delta word vanished when posted lol ) Anchor really is a good bit of kit isn't it ? It is *almost* as good as a Rocna, which only sets easier, but once the Delta is in and solid, imho they hold just as well. I was so chuffed when I saw you had that one, and the tone of the ring sound was of the right steel in it. Best Wishes and Fair Winds. Bob. 👍⛵️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    The delta rarely takes more than 5m to set, we haven’t had any issues with it 😊 Its a beautiful sound isn’t it 😂 Cheers Bob!

  • @brownnoise357

    @brownnoise357

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TeuluTribe If I could guarantee getting a genuine Lewmar properly made with the right steel again, I'd be more than happy tbh. Worth knowing with secondhand Rocna anchors, they did go through a patch making them with very poor steel (likely a supplier issue tbh, so not their fault imho) but issues resolved, they are making great anchors again. Must admit I'm tempted to get a Mantus 2 Anchor as a backup, when I get to the USA again, as they take apart and pack down into a fairly good space, and a lot of owners love the things, and they are as good as a Rocna, but work really well getting through thick seaweed, to get into the bottom to set, apparently, which a lot of otherwise good anchors can have a problem with. the price in the USA is such it's one of the top items on my USA shopping list, next to a Watermaker (if the boat I get doesn't have one, but I'll get a remineralisation Filter system set up in the galley under the sink with a seeperate tap feeding tank water to it, plus a tank less filter system is also available with a reverse Osmosis cartridge as well is pretty cheap considering, with the RO cartridge doing about 350 gallons before needing changing, which would be backup for the freshwater tank to get to the USA with. With RO, a remineralisation filter setup seems a pretty good idea imho. Glad you're having a Great time, Best Wishes and Fair Winds. Bob. 👍⛵️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

  • @scotttownsend7601
    @scotttownsend7601 Жыл бұрын

    You two are the most inspirational couple 😁😁😁😁 my absolute goal in life is to cross NZ to the Islands. Would it be possible to have an inteview with you both and just be pat of your crew please!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thats our dream too! We have crew sorted for the foreseeable future but feel free to drop us an email with your details in case

  • @edmundbarrett-lennard6640
    @edmundbarrett-lennard6640 Жыл бұрын

    Loving the videos guys!! I found maximum sail power by Brian Hancock really good at explaining the intricate nature of sail trim and construction. Best in hard copy because of pictures and diagrams. Hope this helps

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Edmund, we will check it out ☺️

  • @davidleatherbarrow2640
    @davidleatherbarrow2640 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Guys. You were anchored and went shopping right where Death in Paradise is filmed. It was great to see those places on your vid. David. Down Under.

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    We really need to watch it!

  • @reetyul88

    @reetyul88

    Жыл бұрын

    Haha! I was looking for this comment! I also recognized a few locations from the show. I had wondered if anyone else did as well.

  • @harryknickerbocker9889
    @harryknickerbocker9889 Жыл бұрын

    I really enjoy your videos. While your bumming around the Caribbean you should plan a visit to Cuba. It will be your best destination.

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    We are hoping to swing by Cuba next season!

  • @harryknickerbocker9889

    @harryknickerbocker9889

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@TeuluTribe Cuba is in bad straights financially but its still worth a visit. I sailed down there in 1997, and again in 2000. You'll have to watch the water depth going into the marina at Havana. If your boat draws more than six feet there could be a problem. Good luck Harry

  • @shannonkeevers2657
    @shannonkeevers2657 Жыл бұрын

    Great to see you are getting some faith in your gear, should help reduce the early stress levels, and anxiety of the unknowns. Just keep bloody doing it, and showing us all the adventures!

  • @TeuluTribe

    @TeuluTribe

    Жыл бұрын

    We are definitely glad to have all new chain and an anchor that is far to big in moments like this! Cheers Shannon 😁

  • @shannonkeevers2657

    @shannonkeevers2657

    Жыл бұрын

    Can’t wait to greet you when you sail past for a visit down to Australia, I’ll put on a pot of tea for you..

  • @evinwhiteson4902
    @evinwhiteson4902 Жыл бұрын

    Dont feel bad about nerves. After 30 years living on my boat. After 30 knots i am nervouse. Because thats when shit can just happen. Bad shit too. I seen it all. The nerves keep you on youre game. There youre friend