Our Sail RIPPED at Sea

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:13:01 +0000

We set out for a 300nm passage to the Solomon Islands, but the ocean had other plans. What started as a frustratingly slow crawl to Grassy Islet—taking an entire day just to cover the first 15 miles—quickly turned into a sailor's nightmare.

In the middle of the night, the "no wind" struggle vanished, replaced by violent, unpredictable squalls. We fought the elements for hours until the sound we dreaded most echoed through the dark: the screecher finally gave way.

With 300 miles of open ocean to cover and a damaged sail, it was a challenging time to say the least. From the exhaustion of the storm to a breathtaking 3:00 AM arrival guided by dolphins and shooting stars, you really seem to experience the full spectrum of life out here.

Previous Video → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyifApWYrJE

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 The Calm Before the 300nm crossing
01:30 15 Miles in 24 Hours? A Frustrating Start ⚓
04:30 Using Nature’s Sensors: The Feather Trick
05:40 DISASTER STRIKES: A Ripped Sail & The Midnight Squall ⛈️
07:30 Safety First: Why We Finally Got Harnesses
09:50 The Final Stretch: Guided by Dolphins & Stars ✨

🎥 Episode 0 – Sailing Solomon Islands
📍Location: Western Province, Solomon Islands

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