Breaking Waves

"Welcome to a world where adventure meets the ocean—if you love sailing, surfing, and exploring remote corners of the world, you're in the right place." We are Ben and Alie and we bought a 41' sailboat to live on and sail in British Columbia with our sandy boat dog Bruce. After sailing around Vancouver Island, and refitting the boat we set our sights to warmer water surf destinations. After Saili…

South Pacific Ocean· Jul 2025

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THE FINAL Passage! | Sailing New Caledonia to New ZealandThe crew of Kiana completes a 14-day passage from New Caledonia to New Zealand before listing the boat.Jul 14, 2025 · South Pacific Ocean

PublishedJul 14, 2025

Duration30:00

Views63K

LocationSouth Pacific Ocean

Boatlife - From Sea To Fire| INSANE ACTIVE VOLCANO Trek and Our Final Sail from VanuatuThe crew slows their boat to 3 knots to ensure a daylight arrival at Havana Pass, New Caledonia.Apr 23, 2025 · Malampa, Vanuatu

PublishedApr 23, 2025

Duration15:34

Views21K

LocationMalampa, Vanuatu

OFFGRID In the Jungle: A Primitive Community ExperienceCruisers repair a solar power system in Malampa, Vanuatu, to help a local community charge electronic devices.Mar 31, 2025 · Lomteuheakal, Vanuatu

PublishedMar 31, 2025

Duration23:30

Views29K

LocationLomteuheakal, Vanuatu

THE TRUTH UNCOVERED | What Sailing Is ACTUALLY Like In The Remote Corners Of the Pacific OceanThe crew of Kiana sails from Fiji to Vanuatu, utilizing a spinnaker for two days of consistent progress.Mar 16, 2025 · Pacific Ocean, between Fiji and Vanuatu

PublishedMar 16, 2025

Duration16:43

Views33K

LocationPacific Ocean, between Fiji and Vanuatu

ITS THE END - Sailing Away From Paradise | Goodbye FijiBen and Alie sail 660 miles from Fiji to Vanuatu to avoid the South Pacific cyclone season.Mar 9, 2025 · Solevu, Fiji

PublishedMar 9, 2025

Duration17:57

Views30K

LocationSolevu, Fiji

Sailing Surfers PARADISE! Island life at Namotu, FijiBen and Alie navigate the Mamanuka Islands in Fiji to access surf breaks at Cloudbreak and Namotu.Mar 1, 2025 · Nadroga-Navosa, Fiji

PublishedMar 1, 2025

Duration15:36

Views28K

LocationNadroga-Navosa, Fiji

Sailing to FIJI - Customs and Immigration When Sailing To A New COUNTRYClearing into Fiji requires 48 hours' advance notice and visits to multiple government offices in Suva.Feb 17, 2025 · Suva, Fiji

PublishedFeb 17, 2025

Duration17:41

Views27K

LocationSuva, Fiji

CAVE DIVING In The Kingdom of TONGA - How Far Can You Go On ONE BREATH?Ben and Alie sail 450 miles from Tonga to Fiji, avoiding dead downwind conditions to prevent rolling.Feb 10, 2025 · Taoa, Tonga

PublishedFeb 10, 2025

Duration14:54

Views33K

LocationTaoa, Tonga

A SECRET SPOT: A Hidden Paradise We Almost Missed!The crew of Breaking Waves explores remote, unnamed Tongan anchorages to find surf breaks and spearfishing spots.Jan 27, 2025 · Neiafu, Tonga

PublishedJan 27, 2025

Duration20:04

Views38K

LocationNeiafu, Tonga

Sailing through a Gale! 40+ knots and 20 foot seas!A couple navigates a 40-knot gale between French Polynesia and Tonga using a double-reefed mainsail.Jan 19, 2025 · South Pacific Ocean

PublishedJan 19, 2025

Duration26:56

Views116K

LocationSouth Pacific Ocean

Would YOU Jump IN? - The REALITY Of Sailing Long Passages In The TropicsThe crew of Kiana navigates a Pacific passage from French Polynesia to Tonga while dodging heavy weather.Jan 13, 2025 · Pacific Ocean, west of French Polynesia

PublishedJan 13, 2025

Duration27:37

Views228K

LocationPacific Ocean, west of French Polynesia

The Tropical Anchorage You CANNOT SKIP! Boat Life Perfection!!The crew prepares their boat for a passage from Moorea to Tonga while avoiding southern low-pressure systems.Jan 6, 2025 · Moorea-Maiao, France

PublishedJan 6, 2025

Duration23:25

Views70K

LocationMoorea-Maiao, France

Boat Life in Tahiti: Watching Surf LEGENDS Take On This Massive And FAMOUS WAVEThe crew installs a 55-pound Mantis M2 anchor and a new bridle before departing Tahiti for Fiji.Dec 22, 2024 · Taiarapu-Ouest, France

PublishedDec 22, 2024

Duration19:18

Views22K

LocationTaiarapu-Ouest, France

Swimming with WHALES And Our Biggest Adventure YET (Surprise Ending)Ben and Alie repair Keanu after a reef grounding and marry in French Polynesia following whale excursions.Dec 8, 2024 · Papeete, Tahiti

PublishedDec 8, 2024

Duration15:31

Views45K

LocationPapeete, Tahiti

The REALITY Of Fixing A REEF DAMAGED SAILBOAT | Can We Save Her?The crew repairs a three-foot hull crack on the 40-foot sailboat Kiana using fiberglass and epoxy.Nov 30, 2024 · Papeete, France

PublishedNov 30, 2024

Duration26:23

Views164K

LocationPapeete, France

Sailing 200 Miles OPEN OCEAN with a BROKEN BOAT - Please Don't Sink!The crew of Kiana motors 270 miles to Tahiti for hull repairs after a reef grounding incident.Nov 17, 2024 · Fakarava, France

PublishedNov 17, 2024

Duration21:37

Views89K

LocationFakarava, France

Reef Damaged Sailboat - First Passage Since RescueThe crew repairs a hull gash with underwater epoxy and secures a replacement Spade anchor after grounding.Nov 10, 2024 · Fakarava, France

PublishedNov 10, 2024

Duration23:39

Views118K

LocationFakarava, France

We Saved Our Boat From A Reef... Now What?The crew of Kiana repairs electrical corrosion and hull damage after refloating their boat from a reef.Nov 3, 2024

PublishedNov 3, 2024

Duration29:26

Views224K

Race Against the Storm: Can We Save Our Sailboat From The Reef?! (Part 2)Local volunteers in the Tuamotu Islands use rollers and towing boats to salvage the grounded sailboat Kiana.Oct 27, 2024 · Hao, France

PublishedOct 27, 2024

Duration31:33

Views472K

LocationHao, France

We Lost Our Boat | A Sailor's WORST Nightmare (Part 1)The sailboat Kiana grounded on a coral reef after an anchor chain failure during an unforecasted storm.Oct 20, 2024

PublishedOct 20, 2024

Duration27:14

Views424K

Sail to Surf Perfection - Boat Access Only WavesA sailboat crew navigates high-current reef passes and mooring challenges while surfing remote Tuamotu atoll breaks.Oct 13, 2024 · a tiny atoll in the South Pacific Ocean

PublishedOct 13, 2024

Duration24:54

Views104K

Locationa tiny atoll in the South Pacific Ocean

MASSIVE Fish and PERFECT Waves - Sailing Adventurers Score!A couple uses a double headsail configuration to stabilize their sailboat during a Pacific Ocean passage.Oct 6, 2024 · Makemo, France

PublishedOct 6, 2024

Duration28:00

Views23K

LocationMakemo, France

Boatlife PARADISE | Exploring A Remote Tropical Island And Diving Stunning ReefsBen and Alie anchor in Raroia, French Polynesia, while tracking south swells for upcoming reef break surfing.Sep 30, 2024 · Makemo, France

PublishedSep 30, 2024

Duration15:01

Views18K

LocationMakemo, France

RAW AND UNCUT | Life At Sea On a 400 NM Passage In The TropicsThe crew of Kiana navigates a 400-nautical-mile passage from the Marquesas to the Tuamotus using OpenCPN charts.Sep 25, 2024 · between the Marquesas and the Tuamotu Archipelago

PublishedSep 25, 2024

Duration40:04

Views30K

Locationbetween the Marquesas and the Tuamotu Archipelago

Abandonned Ancient Ruins for Human Sacrifices (and other ceremonies) - Bonus Breaking WavesBen and Alie explore the ancient archaeological site of Ta'a'oa and forage for fruit on Hiva Oa.Sep 19, 2024 · Hiva Oa, France

PublishedSep 19, 2024

Duration11:09

Views11K

LocationHiva Oa, France

We Sailed 3000 Miles To A SINKING VOLCANO and Found SURF!A cruising couple completes a 3,000-mile Pacific crossing and provisions in Hiva Oa, French Polynesia.Sep 16, 2024 · Hiva Oa, France

PublishedSep 16, 2024

Duration18:06

Views14K

LocationHiva Oa, France

Sailing to a Tropical Beach Paradise!The crew of Kiana anchors at Hanamenu, French Polynesia, to celebrate a birthday with a beach bonfire.Aug 26, 2024 · Hiva Oa, France

PublishedAug 26, 2024

Duration15:25

Views18K

LocationHiva Oa, France

Sail, Surf, Dive: Exploring Hidden Gems of The Marquesan Islands!The crew anchors at Hapatoni, Tahuata, and installs a solar-powered Mantis Marine navigation light on their dinghy.Aug 13, 2024 · Fatu Hiva, France

PublishedAug 13, 2024

Duration16:10

Views16K

LocationFatu Hiva, France

Boatlife Sailing Adventure: Hike To The Most STUNNING Waterfall!Ben repairs a cracked dinghy outboard bracket using aluminum while anchored at Fatu Hiva, French Polynesia.Aug 6, 2024 · Fatu Hiva, France

PublishedAug 6, 2024

Duration14:36

Views17K

LocationFatu Hiva, France

Boatlife: Touching Land For The First Time In 21 Days - We Are THRILLED!The crew of *Kiana* repairs a corroded propane solenoid and a hydro-locked outboard in Fatuhiva, French Polynesia.Jul 29, 2024 · Fatu Hiva, France

PublishedJul 29, 2024

Duration17:55

Views17K

LocationFatu Hiva, France

Sailors EXPLODE with Emotion - Sailing Across the Pacific Ocean pt 4!A couple completes a 2,924-mile Pacific Ocean passage from Mexico to the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia.Jul 21, 2024 · French Polynesia, France

PublishedJul 21, 2024

Duration18:56

Views29K

LocationFrench Polynesia, France

Cockpit Showers and DANGEROUS Squals! - Sailing Across the Pacific Ocean (Part 3)The crew of Kiana navigates intense ITCZ squalls and repairs a leaking 40-year-old pressurized water hose.Jul 7, 2024 · Pacific Ocean

PublishedJul 7, 2024

Duration21:28

Views28K

LocationPacific Ocean

Sailing Across The Pacific Ocean PART 2 - Problems at SeaThe crew of Kiana struggles with a fouled Code D sail and a malfunctioning propane sensor mid-Pacific.Jul 1, 2024 · Pacific Ocean

PublishedJul 1, 2024

Duration16:53

Views23K

LocationPacific Ocean

Sailing Across the Pacific Ocean - Up the MAST at sea!A couple repairs severe Code D halyard chafe while underway during a Pacific Ocean crossing from Mexico.Jun 24, 2024 · Corral del Risco, Mexico

PublishedJun 24, 2024

Duration24:37

Views35K

LocationCorral del Risco, Mexico

Checking Out Of Mexico Before SAILING Across The Pacific Ocean!Ben and Alie prepare for a Pacific crossing from La Cruz, Mexico, despite a stolen dinghy fuel tank.Jun 4, 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

PublishedJun 4, 2024

Duration14:23

Views18K

LocationLa Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

The BEST Sail for Cruisers - Fitting our sailboat for a Pacific CrossingBen and Alie install a custom Code D sail and Selden bowsprit on their 41-ft sailboat Kiana.May 29, 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

PublishedMay 29, 2024

Duration20:02

Views15K

LocationLa Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

We're Screwed!! Sailors hit Breaking Point preparing to sail across the Pacific.The crew repairs a fried refrigerator module using a spare part sourced from a fellow cruiser.May 19, 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

PublishedMay 19, 2024

Duration23:12

Views24K

LocationLa Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

Solar Energy for OFF GRID Living on our Sail Boat! Easy BONUS Solar Idea for Sailing!Ben and Alie install 950 watts of solar power on Kiana to prepare for a trans-Pacific passage.May 13, 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

PublishedMay 13, 2024

Duration15:01

Views13K

LocationLa Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

First Time Sailing Across the Pacific Ocean - Peperations, upgrades, setbacks. Real Time Update.The crew installed a Hydrovane, increased solar capacity, and configured OpenCPN for redundant navigation before crossing the Pacific.Apr 14, 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

PublishedApr 14, 2024

Duration53:39

Views9K

LocationBarra de Navidad, Mexico

Sailing with SALT & TAR - AMAZING sailboat with an incredible story!!Ben and Allie prepare Kiana for an ocean crossing by installing solar panels and a water purification system.Apr 8, 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

PublishedApr 8, 2024

Duration17:08

Views21K

LocationLa Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

Brady and Blue! Delos sailing LEGENDS and pumping surf, right in our anchorage!Ben repairs a faulty Raymarine spur cable to restore AIS and instrument data on the sailboat Kiana.Apr 1, 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

PublishedApr 1, 2024

Duration17:16

Views21K

LocationLa Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

Sailing and STEERING by the WIND!! Learning how to use our new HydrovaneA newly installed Hydrovane windvane steers a sailboat on a 90-mile coastal passage from Chamela to Banderas Bay.Mar 25, 2024 · San Mateo, Mexico

PublishedMar 25, 2024

Duration19:52

Views24K

LocationSan Mateo, Mexico

Sailors Prepare To Sail Across The Pacific Ocean - First Bluewater Passage!The crew tests a new Hydrovane while sailing 35 nautical miles from Barra Navidad to Chamela, Mexico.Mar 18, 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

PublishedMar 18, 2024

Duration17:06

Views22K

LocationBarra de Navidad, Mexico

Boat Life Comfort: Small projects, BIG impactBen and Allie install cockpit cushions, an ice maker, and v-berth modifications before a Pacific Ocean crossing.Mar 12, 2024 · San Patricio, Mexico

PublishedMar 12, 2024

Duration16:37

Views20K

LocationSan Patricio, Mexico

The BEST Sailboat Upgrade for Sailing across Oceans! Boat Work and Surf in Barra de NavidadBen and Alie install a Hydrovane self-steering system on their boat in Barra de Navidad, Mexico.Mar 3, 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

PublishedMar 3, 2024

Duration13:54

Views24K

LocationBarra de Navidad, Mexico

The Ultimate DIY Sailboat Upgrades and Ocean Activities! | Sailing, Surfing, SpearfishingInstalling lazy jacks on a 14-foot boom requires specific mast-to-gooseneck measurements to ensure proper mainsail stack pack clearance.Feb 18, 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

PublishedFeb 18, 2024

Duration16:48

Views16K

LocationBarra de Navidad, Mexico

Sailors in Mexico Prep for Pacific Crossing: Stack Pack DIY and Electronics OVERHAULThe crew repairs a faulty Raymarine AIS backbone by replacing a dead 120-ohm NMEA 2000 network terminator.Feb 4, 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

PublishedFeb 4, 2024

Duration17:37

Views28K

LocationBarra de Navidad, Mexico

Sailboat Life : Post-Hurricane Return & Rediscovering Our Sea Legs! 🌊⛵️Jan 9, 2024

PublishedJan 9, 2024

Duration17:06

Views20K

We Build A Deck And Rainproof Our Home In The Woods!Dec 26, 2023

PublishedDec 26, 2023

Duration16:11

Views9K

We're Moving To The Woods!Dec 11, 2023

PublishedDec 11, 2023

Duration15:58

Views9K

WE'RE BACK! ...And There's Something We Haven't Told YouDec 4, 2023

PublishedDec 4, 2023

Duration22:38

Views16K

Breaking Waves Sailing Real Time UPDATEJul 23, 2023

PublishedJul 23, 2023

Duration1:04

Views9K

Searching for Surf on Mexico's Pacific CoastBen and Alie trade their 41-foot sailboat for a rental car to surf the Mexican Pacific coastline.Jul 16, 2023 · Aquila, Mexico

PublishedJul 16, 2023

Duration17:33

Views7K

LocationAquila, Mexico

How To Prepare A Sailboat For HURRICANE SeasonJul 9, 2023

PublishedJul 9, 2023

Duration21:55

Views13K

🙀A CROCODILE Encounter On Our Last Day Of SAILINGJul 2, 2023

PublishedJul 2, 2023

Duration14:56

Views8K

Boatlife: A Day On The Water - Raw And UnfilteredThe crew of a 41-foot sailboat spearfish and surf in Tanaquitita, Mexico, before prepping for hurricane season.Jun 25, 2023 · Chametla, Mexico

PublishedJun 25, 2023

Duration18:37

Views109K

LocationChametla, Mexico

Sailing To A Hurricane Damaged Cargo Ship!The crew evaluates hurricane-season storage in Barra de Navidad and visits the wreck of the Los Lanitos.Jun 18, 2023 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

PublishedJun 18, 2023

Duration16:39

Views24K

LocationBarra de Navidad, Mexico

SAILING FAST with a BROKEN SPAR!Jun 11, 2023

PublishedJun 11, 2023

Duration19:07

Views18K

What The Heck Are We Gonna Do NOW?!Alie and Ben use a Scout Olympic camper on a Ford F-350 to manage logistics between sailing seasons.May 21, 2023

PublishedMay 21, 2023

Duration17:41

Views11K

BEHIND THE SCENES Of Parlay Revivals Sailing RegattaMay 7, 2023

PublishedMay 7, 2023

Duration17:08

Views26K

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