Garrett’s Adventure

Hey! I'm Garrett, I'm 21 years old and sailing the world on my 40 foot boat. Follow along for the journey!

Gold Coast, Australia· Aug 2026

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Fixing 87 Osmosis Blisters on my SailboatGarrett repairs 86 osmosis blisters on a 40-foot Hans Christian monohull in a Queensland boatyard.Aug 6, 2026 · Gold Coast, Australia

PublishedAug 6, 2026

Duration20:42

Views35K

LocationGold Coast, Australia

Running my Sailboat VERY agroundA sailboat crew freed their grounded vessel by winching the mast to reduce draft after rescue declined.May 30, 2026 · Camden Haven, New South Wales, Australia

PublishedMay 30, 2026

Duration31:33

Views139K

LocationCamden Haven, New South Wales, Australia

Sailing to and Exploring Remote Islands on Australia's East Coast NSWA Hans Christian 40 navigates the New South Wales coast while addressing steering and outboard engine maintenance.Apr 30, 2026 · Sydney, Australia

PublishedApr 30, 2026

Duration25:34

Views46K

LocationSydney, Australia

Living on a Sailboat in SydneyGarrett buys a used Hydrovane with backup rudder in Sydney for $1,500 before sailing to Indonesia.Apr 11, 2026 · Sydney, Australia

PublishedApr 11, 2026

Duration14:46

Views55K

LocationSydney, Australia

Sailing to Sydney Harbour + First Solo Sail on my New BoatAutopilot failure and a two-knot opposing current force hand-steering into Sydney Harbour.Mar 15, 2026 · Brisbane, Australia

PublishedMar 15, 2026

Duration25:29

Views76K

LocationBrisbane, Australia

5 days Sailing Offshore to AustraliaA 57-knot hail storm hits the Brisbane River anchorage hours after clearing Australian biosecurity.Feb 17, 2026 · en route from Noumea, New Caledonia to Brisbane, Australia

PublishedFeb 17, 2026

Duration19:29

Views79K

Locationen route from Noumea, New Caledonia to Brisbane, Australia

Exploring New Caledonia (Hiking, Fishing, Sailing)A sailor navigates New Caledonia anchorages and refines docking techniques before a passage to Australia.Jan 31, 2026 · Bourail, France

PublishedJan 31, 2026

Duration11:01

Views61K

LocationBourail, France

5 Days at Sea (Lightning Close Call)Lightning strikes less than 100 meters away on a 700-mile Fiji-to-Noumea passage aboard a new 40-footer.Jan 9, 2026 · Somewhere between Fiji and Vanuatu, South Pacific Ocean

PublishedJan 9, 2026

Duration20:04

Views108K

LocationSomewhere between Fiji and Vanuatu, South Pacific Ocean

First Sail on my New 40 foot BoatA heat exchanger drain plug kinked by a previous owner leaks salt water onto the wiring harness in Fiji.Dec 25, 2025 · Ba, Fiji

PublishedDec 25, 2025

Duration22:33

Views238K

LocationBa, Fiji

Unpacking My New Sailboat: Christmas Comes EarlyA 40-ft Hans Christian undergoes a refit in Fiji, including window re-caulking and stuffing box maintenance.Dec 13, 2025

PublishedDec 13, 2025

Duration17:25

Views81K

Buying a 40 Foot Sailboat at 21/yoGarrett bought a Hans Christian Christina 40 in Fiji for $45,000 after osmosis cut $35,000 off the price.Dec 4, 2025 · Naitasiri, Fiji

PublishedDec 4, 2025

Duration19:30

Views293K

LocationNaitasiri, Fiji

My Last Sail on HooliganA solo sailor navigates a 27-foot boat through Fiji reef passes despite engine failure and a torn jib.Nov 9, 2025 · Lau, Fiji

PublishedNov 9, 2025

Duration40:59

Views77K

LocationLau, Fiji

Alone in a Tropical Island ParadiseGarrett prepares for a 180-mile passage from the Lau Islands to Suva to avoid an incoming swell.Oct 3, 2025

PublishedOct 3, 2025

Duration16:22

Views230K

Sailing Solo to Fiji's Best AnchorageGarrett sails solo to the remote island of Fulanga, Fiji, navigating narrow passes and traditional village customs.Sep 16, 2025 · Kadavu, Fiji

PublishedSep 16, 2025

Duration20:45

Views33K

LocationKadavu, Fiji

Sailing to Suva and Diving with SharksGarrett performs engine maintenance and replaces a start battery on Hooligan before diving with Beqa Adventure Divers.Sep 3, 2025 · Suva, Fiji

PublishedSep 3, 2025

Duration22:19

Views40K

LocationSuva, Fiji

Sailing to a Remote Island in FijiGarrett sails the 35-ft Hooligan from Bunda Marina to Kandavu Island, Fiji, while managing fuel and water logistics.Aug 6, 2025 · Lautoka, Fiji

PublishedAug 6, 2025

Duration23:19

Views57K

LocationLautoka, Fiji

How to Sail Solo (Practical)Solo sailors can manage anchoring and sail trim by using a wind vane and maintaining proper scope.Jul 3, 2025

PublishedJul 3, 2025

Duration17:51

Views154K

The End of 2 Years of Solo Sailing (Not Quitting)The owner of the sailboat Hooligan ends two years of solo sailing after experiencing severe burnout.Jun 2, 2025 · Ba, Fiji

PublishedJun 2, 2025

Duration20:00

Views58K

LocationBa, Fiji

Repairs and Sailing in FijiReplacing a failed water pump lip seal restores engine function for a passage through Fiji's Yasawa Islands.Apr 11, 2025 · Solevu, Fiji

PublishedApr 11, 2025

Duration13:34

Views62K

LocationSolevu, Fiji

Sailing and Surfing in FijiGarrett navigates his 27-foot boat through Fiji to reach surf breaks at Cloudbreak and the Yasawa Islands.Mar 28, 2025 · Solevu, Fiji

PublishedMar 28, 2025

Duration12:51

Views50K

LocationSolevu, Fiji

My First Sail in 5 Months (Testing Upgrades)A sailboat refit in Fiji includes a new 330-amp-hour lithium battery bank and a new windlass installation.Mar 14, 2025 · Solevu, Fiji

PublishedMar 14, 2025

Duration23:09

Views70K

LocationSolevu, Fiji

My Boat is FINALLY Ready to Sail AgainGarrett installs a new windlass and 330-amp-hour lithium battery on his sailboat while docked in Fiji.Feb 21, 2025 · Solevu, Fiji

PublishedFeb 21, 2025

Duration14:51

Views51K

LocationSolevu, Fiji

New Year, New ProjectsGarrett installs a new windlass and inverter on his boat in Fiji to prepare for departure.Jan 20, 2025 · Ba, Fiji

PublishedJan 20, 2025

Duration19:32

Views42K

LocationBa, Fiji

My Most Annoying Boat Project YetGarrett repairs a leaking stern tube and fabricates a custom aluminum plate for a new windlass installation.Dec 25, 2024 · Lautoka, Fiji

PublishedDec 25, 2024

Duration12:39

Views46K

LocationLautoka, Fiji

Getting my Ship in OrderGarrett replaces a cutlass bearing and aligns a propeller shaft while hauled out in Fiji.Dec 1, 2024 · Lautoka, Fiji

PublishedDec 1, 2024

Duration15:15

Views52K

LocationLautoka, Fiji

Sailing to New Zealand to fix my computerGarrett transits from Fiji to New Zealand aboard an Outremer 45 catamaran to repair a damaged laptop.Nov 15, 2024 · South Pacific Ocean

PublishedNov 15, 2024

Duration13:13

Views58K

LocationSouth Pacific Ocean

Solo Sailing in FijiGarrett performs boat maintenance at Vooda Marina in Fiji, including installing a new windlass and lithium battery.Oct 5, 2024 · Denimanu, Fiji

PublishedOct 5, 2024

Duration14:32

Views70K

LocationDenimanu, Fiji

Island Hopping in FijiGarrett navigates coastal Fiji in the boat Hooligan, using a drone to scout unchartered anchorages and passes.Sep 18, 2024 · Savusavu, Fiji

PublishedSep 18, 2024

Duration13:26

Views51K

LocationSavusavu, Fiji

Finding the Perfect Anchorage in FijiGarrett navigates Fiji aboard *Hooligan* using a manual anchoring technique after his windlass fails to function.Sep 3, 2024 · Ba, Fiji

PublishedSep 3, 2024

Duration22:36

Views88K

LocationBa, Fiji

Problems in ParadiseThe owner repairs a saltwater-damaged engine and upgrades electrical systems on his boat in Savu Savu, Fiji.Aug 17, 2024 · Ba, Fiji

PublishedAug 17, 2024

Duration19:59

Views97K

LocationBa, Fiji

Sailing to Fiji with No EngineA solo sailor completes a passage to Fiji using a tow after engine failure and light winds.Jul 16, 2024 · Ba, Fiji

PublishedJul 16, 2024

Duration16:54

Views62K

LocationBa, Fiji

Diving with Snakes and Sailing to TongaA solo sailor manages recurring fuel contamination and engine performance issues during passages between Niue and Tonga.Jun 4, 2024 · Alofi, Niue

PublishedJun 4, 2024

Duration18:30

Views84K

LocationAlofi, Niue

Sailing to the Cook IslandsA solo sailor navigates a shallow pass in Aitutaki after a rogue wave damages his portable generator.May 14, 2024 · Vaipae, Cook Islands

PublishedMay 14, 2024

Duration16:09

Views112K

LocationVaipae, Cook Islands

Sailing to Bora BoraGarrett navigates the Maupiti pass at sunrise before preparing for a 450-mile passage to Aitutaki.Apr 30, 2024 · Maupiti, France

PublishedApr 30, 2024

Duration12:22

Views116K

LocationMaupiti, France

Sailing a Tiny Boat in French PolynesiaA solo sailor navigates French Polynesia while managing a broken windlass and planning a passage to Fiji.Apr 14, 2024 · Moorea-Maiao, France

PublishedApr 14, 2024

Duration14:00

Views97K

LocationMoorea-Maiao, France

Alone in a Desert ParadiseGarrett navigates the atoll of Rangiroa in French Polynesia while managing shallow coral heads and limited food.Mar 20, 2024 · Rangiroa, France

PublishedMar 20, 2024

Duration21:24

Views5.3M

LocationRangiroa, France

Exploring a Remote South Pacific AtollGarrett navigates the Tiputa Pass in Rangaroa and installs a new outboard engine on his boat Hooligan.Mar 1, 2024 · Rangiroa, France

PublishedMar 1, 2024

Duration11:11

Views281K

LocationRangiroa, France

The Sailing Adventure ContinuesThe solo sailor refits his North Sea 27 *Hooligan* in Apataki after abandoning a Papeete marina plan.Feb 16, 2024 · Moorea-Maiao, France

PublishedFeb 16, 2024

Duration22:50

Views186K

LocationMoorea-Maiao, France

3 Day Solo Sail to a World-Class Dive SiteOct 12, 2023

PublishedOct 12, 2023

Duration13:53

Views106K

Tour of my 27-foot Floating HomeSep 28, 2023

PublishedSep 28, 2023

Duration13:15

Views327K

30 days alone across the ocean p.3Aug 26, 2023

PublishedAug 26, 2023

Duration25:02

Views1.1M

Crossing the Pacific alone p.2Aug 13, 2023

PublishedAug 13, 2023

Duration25:07

Views1.5M

19 year old crossing the Pacific aloneAug 2, 2023

PublishedAug 2, 2023

Duration24:26

Views7.9M

Engine Failure in ParadiseDec 11, 2022

PublishedDec 11, 2022

Duration15:19

Views34K

My hardest sail yetSep 18, 2022

PublishedSep 18, 2022

Duration22:49

Views88K

Sailing alone overnight to Kauai and escaping huge swellSep 7, 2022

PublishedSep 7, 2022

Duration15:07

Views25K

Sailing Solo Around Hawaii: Maui to OahuJul 10, 2022

PublishedJul 10, 2022

Duration5:41

Views11K

Sailing Solo Around Hawaii: Molokai to MauiJul 2, 2022

PublishedJul 2, 2022

Duration4:32

Views10K

Sailing around OahuJun 22, 2022

PublishedJun 22, 2022

Duration9:17

Views22K

My first solo sailMay 30, 2022

PublishedMay 30, 2022

Duration7:05

Views32K

Anchoring at KualoaApr 30, 2022

PublishedApr 30, 2022

Duration7:35

Views11K

Sailing from Waikiki to Kaneohe BayApr 21, 2022

PublishedApr 21, 2022

Duration7:37

Views27K

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