Biscay Crossing Part 1 - Single Handed Sailing Ireland to Spain

Finally crossing Biscay in my Halmatic 30, first time single handing a multi-day passage.

[patricklaine]

Nicely sailed and nicely told. A challenging first multi-day solo Bravo.

[alansmollen]

Epic sir just incredibly epic you're doing what many people dream of doing bless you on your journey you're my hero

[sailingmomentumgreatcoffee]

Great example and description of the challenges of solo sailing. Resilient little boat as well. The nice thing is….your not alone. I just finished sailing Sydney to Tasmania with a circumnavigation of Tassi and then sailed back to Syd solo across the Bass a straight. What you felt I can remember and easily relate too. Well done on your journey and fair winds.

[arkadybron]

These are the kinds of sailing videos that I have been looking for. Real content, about real sailing. I know that your single-handed, and so filming and working at the same time is not easy, but if you do get the chance to set your camera up so that we can see you trim your boat, that would definitely be worth doing.

[worldweary]

"Listening to the noise of the boat"; absolutely!

[harbourdogNL]

I really enjoyed this first video, just a bit of chat and sailing then repeat. No nonsense.

[raywarman]

I recall crossing Biscay circa 1950 in a destroyer and HMS Glory (aircraft carrier) passed us shipping water over her flightdeck and she reported us as being a submarine, gets a trifle rough at times.

[arkansasboy]

I really enjoy watching your honest approach to making these videos. Confronting ones fears and lack of confidence in certain circumstances is refreshing to see. Good luck

[shanekealey]

I'd be shit scared in them seas but nothing ventured nothing gained.just rewatched that again.love the genuine fear and excitement.

[tamjacobite]

Very impressed thanks for keeping music to minimum. Your diary of events is far more important and very educational. I just cannot believe how calm you were below decks with the companion hatch shut and the boat lurching from side to side. I would be so concerned about a rogue wave flattening me over. Great courage. Well done.

[jaguar]

Thanx a lot for these special impressions from Your trip across the Celtic Sea. It‘s great fun and entertainment, but also lessons learning watching this. Thank You very much and Good Luck all the way!

[presspound]

Pure exhilaration on that sunny Spanish arrival. Your emotions leapt right off our viewing screens … and made us a part of it all. 👍🇨🇦

[mikepaget-tomlinson]

Excellent videos well done I envy your ability to sail offshore single handed I have just sailed around the UK single handed but only day sailing.Best wishes Mike

[WavedancerWesterlyfulmar]

Ah brilliant just found another Irish YouTube channel. Fair dues on a fantastic solo sail adventure

[jonelliott]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video. Really inspiring as I get ready for my own solo journey.

[keithgribble]

Loved watching your sail bud, gee I miss my westerly, still retirements just around the corner and maybe another sail boat,

[johnlees]

Since I watched the Atlantic X’ing series I’ve been motivated to do more solo sailing. Inspirational, so thank you.

[gib]

Very brave and puts my concerns around my boating in Leitrim into perspective. Best wishes for the remainder of the journey.

[paulhandley]

Great video, hats off doing solo, 15:30 -15:37 just sat pissing myself laughing as you commented all going well etc and the noise in the background of all your gear flying around the salon and you are calm. Brilliant. Definitely watching more, keep it up. Safe travels.

[billywhizz]

Really enjoyed watching your travels. Looking forwards to part 2!