Rough weather sail Adventures of an Old Seadog, ep148

At sea with a torn sail and some rough seas. Having left the Island of Niue Im sailing single handed in the Pacific.
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Safe sailing.

Boat:
White Shadow is a Van De Stadt ‘Seal’ 36 (11 metres). She is hand made in steel, 2004, with a round bilge (hull) and a modified coach roof. This makes her a ‘one off’ and in my opinion the most beautiful Van De Stadt 36 ever built.

The camera gear:
Main camera is a Panasonic Hc- V770 with a Rode External mic. My old camera is now my number 2 is a Panasonic Hc-v700. Most shots are done with an external mic (Shenggu sg 108) with a sponge and dead kitten attached.
Action stuff and small blogging is done with a Sony Hdr-as30v.
Underwater video Gopro3plus.

Editing:
Final cut pro on a Macbook. Most of the material for each video is filmed over a period of several weeks or so and the editing of each episode is normally done over a day. This process can take longer if original music is used or permissions are needed for copyrighted materials etc. Much time is spent sorting out technical problems. In this case I normally get the help of a younger person who understands computerie stuff!
There are also times when filming, editing and uploading is not possible due to being at sea or in locations with no internet access.

Content:
I have found that filming and releasing material over a period of time is better than doing ‘vlog’ style videos and trying to make episodes out of whats happened in a week, regardless if it’s good content or not. By filming over a period of time I can be more selective in what goes into each video. My aim is to avoid ‘bland and mundane’ and have at least one or two exciting and interesting events in every video. Every video has to be entertaining.

Comments and being at sea:
I love reading your comments. Most weeks Im able to read everyone. I cant reply to everybody but I do read and enjoy them. Keep them coming! There are times that It might seem I'm not on the internet for certain periods, this is normally when Im at sea on passage. While Im out on the Ocean I have completely no communications with the outside World.

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[barrypearce]

Spending way too much time catching up on the Old Sea Dog 😀. Love the videos Barry. You’re a great story teller and your video skills, especially under way, are great.

[justincase]

The duck tape inventor deserves a Nobel Prize

[longtailsgal]

Waiting for the green flash is a long and semi honorable tradition. You used to sit in the sea wall and wait for it. I did that, never saw it, but it was a good excuse for a drink.

[richardkeen]

Always a treat to catch up with your videos. A smile is worth a million dollars!! Keep safe and keep sailing.

[johnduncan]

No green flash...But that was a beautiful sunset and well worth the time and effort you have put into this adventure!!! A little old and a little salty but you still the man!! Thanks Barry always a pleasure to watch:)))

[thecasualcitizen]

The sun sets and sun rises must be spectacular at sea.

[berniecoles]

After binge watching all of your episodes over the last two weeks under lockdown, I can honestly say I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every minute and you’re an inspiration. Thank you for taking us on your adventure of a lifetime Barry, you’ve certainly made life here in Wales a little easier to bear during these difficult times and I very much look forward to watching many more. Fair winds and cold beers, living the dream👏

[klouism]

⛵ Much respect. Being a Solo Sailor certainly is not easy. Really takes a lot of courage. Only you, your boat and the elements. Wishing you safe sailing. Thank you for the video.

[masherida]

Really enjoying discovering the world thru the lens of your camera. Many thanks Top Gun.

[kimvanderlaan]

Just ran across your channel. Omg, sailing alone, I'd be lonely. I love your spirit. Your handsome too!!! Cheers 🍻 be safe.

[stapleboss]

You sure got your money's worth out of that boat. Have fun out there, good luck.

[RusstafaB]

The most compulsive sailing channel on Youtube.
Barry you create superb content, engaging, interesting, historical and just such a good mix.
Thank you really appreciate it from London UK

[GrizzBeaver]

I understand "I've had enough." Moved of my off grid mountain now living in a town. Good luck!

[ronaldwarren]

Be safe brother. Thousands of people would love to live your adventure!

[bengtkorswing]

Thanks for all your great videos. God bless. Take care.

[anilmadgavkar]

You are an inspiration for me. I love your down to earth attitude, and humour. Keep it going. I plan to join you in similar adventures in November. All the best to you.

[CaptainSeaCelt]

Old Seadog/Barry you have a great way of looking/tackling things in a moderate, sensible way especially today in 2020. Good Luck Pal & Safe Passage to wherever you & SV White Shadow decide to go...

[crdorado]

I know that this is a personal quest of yours, but from the very first video, you my friend, have capture So many hearts (especially mine). Your fortitude is inspiring and your demeanor shows depth of character. Your videos are truly missed when not on a predictable schedule but totally understandable. As always, I can't wait until the next one.

[chrismaltby]

Great video Barry, thanks for keeping us sane

[cissysprinkle]

I have the Niue flag in my garden in the UK. The flag is the only yellow ensign national flag. Its as pretty as the island.