Almost Knocked Down - Pacific Ocean Crossing Day 10 - S2:E34

Almost Knocked Down! We had to reef and change sails several times!

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[dannyboyspace]

We wear our PFDs, harnesses, and tethers on every night watch, no questions asked. Even if we're just in the cockpit watching autopilot. And we wear shoes and gloves regardless of weather. No one goes forward without another person awake and watching. But that's our boat. Bobby runs his boat differently, and that's his choice. He's doing a great job! Congrats on great progress and safe passage!

[jayfee]

It’s ok to feel scared and uncomfortable. One thing you should take solace in, is the fact that Skippers and the crew will nearly always break before their yacht will. From my own experience, Reef early, no spinnaker at night and hove to if you feel the need to have a break and regroup. I’m loving the podcasts and the YouTube clips. Great stuff guys. Safe travels.

[laurenceburr]

Good one B&L....kudos to Laura for lightening the mood at the end of the video.

[billjones]

Many folks opt to reef every evening at sea. They sacrifice speed for safety in case winds increase during the night.

[stevecrombie]

Thanks for giving us these snap shots of what's going on. Makes it a little more real.

[skipmaggard]

You need to reduce sail area at night, certainly no spinnaker.

[nashguy]

Thanks for keeping us updated. Glad you guys are ok. Praying for a safe crossing for you guys. God Bless!!!

[heywa]

You do have those bad days in a sail I am a M/Y man Another great video and thanks for keep the daily videos coming

[twilliams]

Yes, when in dought reef! At night for sure! Good to see the safety lines!

[fxpthl]

I would have been afraid too if the wind came up that fast during the night! Everyone else has to be a light sleeper just in case they are needed up on deck. So much for resting between shifts! Bob, you really seem comfortable as the Captain, so good on you for that. Laura, you look wonderful even if you were a bit scared.

[bobkdfjd]

Glag to see you finally wearing the safety harness!!

[chrisphinney]

good morning from wisconsin glad your doing the short daily blogs

[budsvjourney]

Really enjoying the daily crossing vids

[onthebeaches]

Yeah man...the wet look looks good on you Bobby. Hey Laura...wanna go try the "wet look" and go reef that main for me! HA HA! Great vid and glad everyone survived it. I bet it was scary to see the water like that especially at night. Good job Laura! PEACE OUT! Ü

[karitane]

Thanks for doing this daily vlog on your ocean passage. A great insight.

[whispjohn]

Laura, if you read this, don't worry about a storm, the boat was built for anything it may encounter and once you have been through a good blow, you will be better for it, the fantasy will have become an experience and understanding must follow. Altogether an education, it was for me when I encountered my first squall in a 15 foot whaler, we lost the jib and nearly went over taking down the gaffe rigged main, 5 cadets and an officer all clambering over each other, what a scene. We survived and laughed about it for years after. A tug took us in tow when he eventually found us!

[csjmoore]

Yep, reef at night that is for sure. We broached twice - one port and one starboard - before we could get situated one dark open sea night in a 45' Hunter with too much sail out. That is real scary I will tell you.

[M-Swede]

The videos are getting better and better. Crossings seem to be good for your editing. Best wishes.

[haroldgjr]

Phenomenal editing! The music score brought me right into the moment. Laura’s comment was just the best! ((Put a ring on her Bobby, she’s one of one, the 99th percentile, the best!))

[corneleousworthington]

Grew up sailing. At 5:04- I'm sure it would wear on you if those conditions lasted hours, but man it looks like you're flying and that is FUN sailing!!!