3-Minute Preview, 'Inside Singlehanded Sailing with Christian Williams'

[josealberto]

Christian, I grew up in Brooklyn, New York. I am 75 and presently live in South Florida. I have always had a fascination for sailboats but never owned one. I did spend three months on a 90-foot motor yacht as a Stewart and loved the experience but chickened out when the boat was going to Newport, R.I., and went back to my hotel job in Fort Lauderdale. I wish I would have given it more time. All the best, Joe.

[demetreusd.robysr.]

I have a sailboat that I am rehabbing, and I plan to sail it around the world. I love watching you because you show me the possible even by myself. Stay safe my friend

[ZentetsukenVII]

A preview to a video I’ve already watched twice and I’m still enjoying it.

[tonydunn]

Man I’m glad to see you I’m inspired by the time I’m 60 or more I’ll have my sail boat and be out to sea! In a year I hope.

[xzorter]

Iam a new Fan of yours Christian!
Iam 60 & you are new form of good envy for my life, that has brought me strength with your original wit coupled with pure determination, wich somehow you make look graceful., , , Yep, ill be keeping a stern eye on you sailor. 👍

[alanstefanowicz]

Hey Chris, Al Stefanowicz here from the RHS class of '61. Beautiful video(s). I admire your sense of adventure. I have a tendency to get a bit seasick whenever I'm on the water. Don't think I could survive those waves as well as you do. Hope you're well and staying safe.

[mynextketchfrontier]

Old man with all respect !!! Your so funny a real Gentlemen and a scholar ! Always look Forward to your new clips ! Thank you sir

[davidmccarty]

Christain, you are an inspiration to all who wait for and watch your videos. I can hardly wait for your next voyage! You and the Seadog...

[ghazi]

Excellent video great humour philosophy and jazz. Thank you!

[sailingsjofagel]

The full feature length version is as this preview suggests, brilliant. Compelling viewing.
Thank you, Mr. Williams, I salute you.

[pellerenhodges]

Your exploits continue to inspire me sir! And at 60, a mere youngster, I hope one day to have my own boat and experience single handed adventures as you continue to do. I tip my hat to you!

[stephengrube]

Mr Williams, first, congratulations for not only having survived the 1979 Fastnet Race (19 souls did not), but also for having crewed aboard the winning yacht Tenacious. You casually mention this magnificent accomplishment in one of your videos about multi-hull sailing. I about fell off my chair when I heard it. A little research quickly confirmed all this. There you are in a dockside photo with Ted Turner and all your shipmates. You haven't changed a bit. Well done man!

I discovered your videos about a week ago. I've watched maybe half of them by now --and polished off Rarotonga, The Novel, in a couple days. An excellent read. I suspect there is more than a little bit of Bobby Ayers in you.

I not only take vicarious enjoyment in your ocean adventures, but also appreciate your subtle humor, intelligence, musical taste and unfaltering dedication to the wonder of sailing, which you wisely do not attempt to explain too much. You just live in the mystery, accept all the joys and headaches of it, and know that, somehow, it all comes together to make for a good life.

I sincerely hope you'll continue your navigations and share your ruminations about them here on YouTube. And I pray one day I'll win the lottery. I'd immediately buy a nice 35-footer and make sail for the South Pacific, largely because some guy named Christian Williams, in his seventies, made it seem so irresistibly (and inexplicably) meaningful and therefore beautiful. Thank you.

[batemanriver]

As a owner of a 51 ketch and not so experienced yet, as i put my vessel away for the long northern Canada winter, I listen over and over and over to bits and pieces no matter where I start in the segment to learning new tidbits. Must have replayed at least a hundred times so far. By far the best commentary on u tube next to Tom Cunliff tales. Truly amazing speaker.

[FM-mblu]

Just found you! I too grew up around Barnegate Bay and LBI. Never learned to sail due to horrible sea sickness. I’m now older, sea sickness suddenly disappeared and I bought my first sailboat in February. I am now fulfilling a lifelong dream to be on the water sailing. I am learning so much about sailing and life in general from your videos. Words cannot express my gratitude. You are a gift to us all.

[DanielRodriguez-plsv]

Great stuff Christian, and I just got your book on the philosophy of sailing, .. I’m really enjoying it. cheers d

[Saltinhisveins]

I’ve already watched your full length movie and enjoyed it very much. You have an entertaining mix of humour and philosophy intertwined with single handed sailing life showcasing the typical experiences of the highs and lows. “There’s no place I’d rather be”, I understand this completely. Your videos are the perfect “thinking sailors” entertainment. Thank you sir! Fair winds and following seas.

[naosoudessemundo]

PARABÉNS CRHISTIAN! INFINITA SAÚDE E VIDA PRA VOCÊ E TODOS OS TEUS.

SOU DO BRASIL , / BRAZILIAN

[jamescotton]

I love your philos & monk . Journey on in the present 😳👍😎

[thecroftericmiller]

Please keep living on the edge of the horizon, sharing those adventures, deep thoughts and inspirations. You have been a inspiration to me during tones of personal struggle. Thank you sir.

[sandraedwards]

What joy to have discovered your channel recently. I am thoroughly enjoying watching your sailing adventures. Thank you for sharing. My partner and I have just completed a RYA competent crew course, and very much wish to have a little yacht of our own one day soon. Happy sailing Sir
P.S keep on dancing !