Sailing Big Lost

Welcome to Sailing Big Lost ⛵ We’re a family of four who traded a life we loved on land for something far less conventional — living aboard a sailboat and exploring the world together. We share the adventures, challenges, and lessons that come from choosing a different path. From ocean crossings and remote anchorages to boat breakdowns, homeschooling, and ordinary family life, this is the real sto…

Hitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France· Σεπ 2026

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We Wanted a Different Life… This Is Where It Took UsA family of four transitioned from a 62-foot to a 44-foot catamaran to simplify their long-term cruising.1 Σεπ 2026 · Hitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε1 Σεπ 2026

Διάρκεια14:03

Προβολές4K

ΤοποθεσίαHitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France

Some Problems Follow You Across OceansConnor of Big Lost struggles with persistent charging failures and faulty Balmar XT90 alternators across the Pacific.25 Αυγ 2026 · Colón, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε25 Αυγ 2026

Διάρκεια13:01

Προβολές4K

ΤοποθεσίαColón, Panama

We Came to Tahiti to Fix One Problem…Big Lost transports three faulty Balmar alternators to a repair shop in Papeete for diagnostic testing.18 Αυγ 2026 · Hitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε18 Αυγ 2026

Διάρκεια15:47

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαHitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France

We Needed to Leave… But the Weather Had Other PlansBig Lost relocates to Cook's Bay on Moorea to shelter from 30-knot winds instead of sailing to Tahiti.11 Αυγ 2026 · Moorea-Maiao, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε11 Αυγ 2026

Διάρκεια9:05

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαMoorea-Maiao, France

We Never Expected to Find Family HereThe crew of Big Lost remains in Moorea while their friends on Kaikoa depart for New Zealand.4 Αυγ 2026 · Moorea-Maiao, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε4 Αυγ 2026

Διάρκεια15:12

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαMoorea-Maiao, France

Sailing to Moorea Was Hard, The Reward Made It Worth ItBig Lost completes a 178-nautical-mile passage to Moorea before anchoring in a crowded bay near Tahiti.28 Ιουλ 2026 · Teva I Uta, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε28 Ιουλ 2026

Διάρκεια20:23

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαTeva I Uta, France

We Came for Paradise We Found Something BetterThe crew of Big Lost navigates the Tuamotus, trading active exploration for community and fresh food sourcing.21 Ιουλ 2026 · Rangiroa, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε21 Ιουλ 2026

Διάρκεια14:28

Προβολές4K

ΤοποθεσίαRangiroa, France

We Came for the Sailing... We Stayed for the FriendshipsBig Lost relocates within Tikihau Atoll after gusty winds and side swell force a change in plans.14 Ιουλ 2026 · Archipel des Tuamotu

Δημοσιεύτηκε14 Ιουλ 2026

Διάρκεια7:49

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαArchipel des Tuamotu

We Thought Success Looked Like This We Were WrongBig Lost transits Fakarava's South Pass and sails 165 miles overnight to Tikihau in gusting conditions.7 Ιουλ 2026 · Fakarava, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε7 Ιουλ 2026

Διάρκεια30:14

Προβολές5K

ΤοποθεσίαFakarava, France

We Came for Fakarava's Wall of Sharks — But Left With Something MoreTiming the Fakarava south-pass slack tide and diving the wall of sharks with kids aboard.30 Ιουν 2026 · Teva I Uta, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε30 Ιουν 2026

Διάρκεια17:55

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαTeva I Uta, France

Life In the Tuamotus Isn't As Easy As It LooksSix knots of current through a Tuamotu cut, plus chain-floating over coral bommies at Tahaneha.23 Ιουν 2026 · Anaa, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε23 Ιουν 2026

Διάρκεια16:44

Προβολές9K

ΤοποθεσίαAnaa, France

This Is Why We Crossed The PacificA family times a tidal pass entry at Rairua Atoll after a 500-mile passage from the Marquesas.16 Ιουν 2026 · Teva I Uta, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε16 Ιουν 2026

Διάρκεια18:29

Προβολές7K

ΤοποθεσίαTeva I Uta, France

We Weren't Ready to Leave Yet | Life in the MarquesasTiming a Tuamotus atoll entry at slack tide after a back injury delays departure from Nuka Hiva.9 Ιουν 2026 · Nuku Hiva, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε9 Ιουν 2026

Διάρκεια11:21

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαNuku Hiva, France

Life After Landfall | Exploring the Marquesas Following Our Pacific CrossingPost-Pacific-crossing life in the Marquesas: Nuka Hiva anchorages, boat repairs, and the hike to Vaipo Waterfall.2 Ιουν 2026 · Nuku Hiva, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε2 Ιουν 2026

Διάρκεια9:30

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαNuku Hiva, France

Crossing the Pacific Changed Our FamilyA family sails 3,100 nautical miles from the Galápagos to the Marquesas in 18 days.26 Μαΐ 2026 · Nuku Hiva, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε26 Μαΐ 2026

Διάρκεια8:42

Προβολές4K

ΤοποθεσίαNuku Hiva, France

Somehow… This Became Normal | Pacific CrossingTwo weeks into a Pacific crossing, a family crew finds offshore life surprisingly routine.19 Μαΐ 2026 · Pacific Ocean

Δημοσιεύτηκε19 Μαΐ 2026

Διάρκεια10:00

Προβολές9K

ΤοποθεσίαPacific Ocean

Eventually, Life in the Pacific Felt NormalA Pacific crossing from the Galápagos to the Marquesas yields 14 sail changes and two gear failures by day eight.12 Μαΐ 2026 · Pacific Ocean

Δημοσιεύτηκε12 Μαΐ 2026

Διάρκεια17:58

Προβολές6K

ΤοποθεσίαPacific Ocean

This Is It. We’re Crossing the PacificBig Lost departs the Galapagos on a 3,000-nautical-mile passage to the Marquesas.5 Μαΐ 2026 · Parroquia Bella Vista, Ecuador

Δημοσιεύτηκε5 Μαΐ 2026

Διάρκεια8:53

Προβολές5K

ΤοποθεσίαParroquia Bella Vista, Ecuador

This Is Where the Galápagos Changed for UsAn alternator failure occurs during a calm passage between San Cristobal and Isabela in the Galápagos.28 Απρ 2026 · Parroquia Bella Vista, Ecuador

Δημοσιεύτηκε28 Απρ 2026

Διάρκεια6:49

Προβολές6K

ΤοποθεσίαParroquia Bella Vista, Ecuador

We Gave Up Everything… This Is What It’s Actually LikeBig Lost's crew reaches Cristobal in the Galapagos and settles into liveaboard life ashore.21 Απρ 2026 · Parroquia Bella Vista, Ecuador

Δημοσιεύτηκε21 Απρ 2026

Διάρκεια9:05

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαParroquia Bella Vista, Ecuador

We Left Everything Behind… Was It Worth It?Panama to Galapagos in 5 days 17 hours: doldrums routing, a broken furling line, and equator crossing.14 Απρ 2026 · Pacific Ocean, between Panama and the Galápagos

Δημοσιεύτηκε14 Απρ 2026

Διάρκεια13:39

Προβολές6K

ΤοποθεσίαPacific Ocean, between Panama and the Galápagos

Hours Before We Left… This HappenedA $6,700 Garmin chart plotter replacement the day before leaving Panama for the Galapagos.7 Απρ 2026 · Pacific Ocean, en route to the Galápagos

Δημοσιεύτηκε7 Απρ 2026

Διάρκεια11:32

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαPacific Ocean, en route to the Galápagos

Everything Is Ready… Except One Thing | Pacific CrossingA missed 2 p.m. consulate closing in Panama delays a Pacific crossing departure to a Holy Week deadline.31 Μαρ 2026 · Bella Vista, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε31 Μαρ 2026

Διάρκεια3:51

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαBella Vista, Panama

We’re Ready to Cross the Pacific… But We Can’t LeaveFrench Polynesia visa delays hold a Pacific-bound family in a rolling Panama anchorage while they rig storm sails and splice rope.24 Μαρ 2026 · Bella Vista, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε24 Μαρ 2026

Διάρκεια13:02

Προβολές4K

ΤοποθεσίαBella Vista, Panama

We’re Ready… But We Can’t Leave Yet | Pacific CrossingBig Lost sits ready in Panama, waiting on children's visas and a weather window before crossing the Pacific.17 Μαρ 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε17 Μαρ 2026

Διάρκεια5:38

Προβολές5K

ΤοποθεσίαLas Huacas, Panama

We Might Miss the Galápagos 4KA children's visa delay forces a choice between stopping at the Galápagos and a 90-day French Polynesia limit.10 Μαρ 2026 · Bella Vista, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε10 Μαρ 2026

Διάρκεια5:23

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαBella Vista, Panama

We Transited the Panama Canal as a Family | Atlantic to PacificBig Lost transits the Panama Canal, navigating three locks up and three locks down to the Pacific.3 Μαρ 2026 · La Chorrera, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε3 Μαρ 2026

Διάρκεια14:00

Προβολές6K

ΤοποθεσίαLa Chorrera, Panama

48 Hours Before We Enter the Panama CanalBig Lost completes final maintenance and gear prep at Shelter Bay Marina, two days before entering the Panama Canal.24 Φεβ 2026 · Cristóbal, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε24 Φεβ 2026

Διάρκεια7:33

Προβολές4K

ΤοποθεσίαCristóbal, Panama

What It Really Takes to Cross the Pacific (Boat Prep + Haul Out)Pacific crossing prep covers bottom paint, rigging inspection, halyard replacement, and anchor chain marking.17 Φεβ 2026 · Cristóbal, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε17 Φεβ 2026

Διάρκεια11:43

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαCristóbal, Panama

Preparing Our Boat for the Pacific Crossing | Haul Out, Repairs & RealityBig Lost hauls out at Shelter Bay Marina to repair a bow crack and replace zinc anodes before a Pacific crossing.10 Φεβ 2026 · Cristóbal, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε10 Φεβ 2026

Διάρκεια14:34

Προβολές4K

ΤοποθεσίαCristóbal, Panama

Closing Our Chapter in San Blas | Saying Goodbye & Sailing Toward What’s NextBig Lost anchors three times at Chichime before a 38-mile passage to Portobello ahead of a haul-out.3 Φεβ 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε3 Φεβ 2026

Διάρκεια19:28

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαLas Huacas, Panama

When Family Visits Boat Life for the First TimeA porcupine stowaway on the solar panels forced a return to Shelter Bay Marina before departure.27 Ιαν 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε27 Ιαν 2026

Διάρκεια22:53

Προβολές4K

ΤοποθεσίαLas Huacas, Panama

We Left the Boat | Visas, Passports & Panama CityChildren's U.S. passports must be renewed in Panama City before reaching French Polynesia — a two-step consulate process.20 Ιαν 2026 · Bella Vista, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε20 Ιαν 2026

Διάρκεια12:54

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαBella Vista, Panama

Before the Panama Canal: The Start of Our Pacific PreparationBig Lost confirms a February 24th Panama Canal transit while managing French Polynesia long-stay visa paperwork at Shelter Bay.6 Ιαν 2026 · Cristóbal, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε6 Ιαν 2026

Διάρκεια6:45

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαCristóbal, Panama

Choosing the Window | Leaving San Blas & Sailing to Shelter BayChoosing a rolly weather window, Big Lost sails 60 miles from San Blas to Shelter Bay through Panama Canal traffic lanes.30 Δεκ 2025 · Las Huacas, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε30 Δεκ 2025

Διάρκεια21:55

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαLas Huacas, Panama

We Came for San Blas… and Ended Up in a Rescue | Life at AnchorA swamped dinghy left a cruiser stranded on the ocean side of a San Blas reef until neighboring boats mounted a search before dark.23 Δεκ 2025 · Mormagedub (Isla Maquina), Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε23 Δεκ 2025

Διάρκεια11:47

Προβολές16K

ΤοποθεσίαMormagedub (Isla Maquina), Panama

Boat Electrical Fires in San Blas ⚡ Power Risks Every Cruiser Should KnowCruisers in San Blas are prioritizing electrical system inspections following two recent boat fires caused by batteries.16 Δεκ 2025 · Ailigandí, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε16 Δεκ 2025

Διάρκεια21:54

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαAiligandí, Panama

We Finally Made it the San Blas "Swimming Pool"Discontinued Johnson raw water pumps shipped in error by GPS4US cause repeated engine leaks in San Blas.9 Δεκ 2025 · Gaigirgordub, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε9 Δεκ 2025

Διάρκεια41:18

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαGaigirgordub, Panama

Rained Out in San BlasPersistent rain and debris in Kuna Yala force a change in anchorage plans to find clear water.2 Δεκ 2025 · Guna Yala, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε2 Δεκ 2025

Διάρκεια20:53

Προβολές1K

ΤοποθεσίαGuna Yala, Panama

Sailing Into Guna Yala: From Puerto Obaldía to Isla PinosThe crew of Big Lost navigates the Guna Yala reef system and explores the village of Isla Pinos.25 Νοε 2025 · Guna Yala, Panama

Δημοσιεύτηκε25 Νοε 2025

Διάρκεια37:03

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαGuna Yala, Panama

Sailing Cartagena to Panama (Rosario Islands Stop!)The crew of Big Lost navigates a reef-lined entrance at Isla Grande using makeshift markers and Navionics.18 Νοε 2025 · Soacha, Colombia

Δημοσιεύτηκε18 Νοε 2025

Διάρκεια36:04

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαSoacha, Colombia

We Traded the Ocean for the Mountains | Our Journey to Minca, ColombiaThe crew of Big Lost repairs a leaking blackwater valve by using a bung to plug the through-hull.4 Νοε 2025 · Minca, Colombia

Δημοσιεύτηκε4 Νοε 2025

Διάρκεια21:46

Προβολές1K

ΤοποθεσίαMinca, Colombia

From Sea to Streets: Sailing into Cartagena & Touring the Walled CityA Vision 444 struck a submerged fishing net while entering the channel at Cartagena, Colombia.21 Οκτ 2025 · Cartagena, Colombia

Δημοσιεύτηκε21 Οκτ 2025

Διάρκεια31:17

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαCartagena, Colombia

Bonaire to Cartagena! Our Caribbean PassageThe crew of Big Lost sails from Bonaire to Cartagena while managing raw water pump leaks and squalls.14 Οκτ 2025 · Caribbean Sea

Δημοσιεύτηκε14 Οκτ 2025

Διάρκεια39:02

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαCaribbean Sea

Octopus Encounter! Exploring Bonaire’s Stunning ReefsThe crew of Big Lost flushes their heat exchangers with Barnacle Buster to resolve recurring raw water pump failures.7 Οκτ 2025 · Bonaire, Netherlands

Δημοσιεύτηκε7 Οκτ 2025

Διάρκεια31:09

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαBonaire, Netherlands

Exploring Bonaire: Salt Flats, Donkeys, Diving & Dolphins!Connor repairs a faulty black water tank sensor on Big Lost after pumping out at a Bonaire marina.30 Σεπ 2025 · Kralendijk, Netherlands

Δημοσιεύτηκε30 Σεπ 2025

Διάρκεια29:12

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαKralendijk, Netherlands

Grenada to Bonaire: Dolphins, Mahi & Midnight Chaos!*Big Lost* crew troubleshoots a Victron transformer system rejecting high-voltage shore power at a Bonaire marina.23 Σεπ 2025 · Caribbean Sea

Δημοσιεύτηκε23 Σεπ 2025

Διάρκεια38:25

Προβολές3K

ΤοποθεσίαCaribbean Sea

Bonaire Bound: Our First Downwind Sail on the Vision 444The crew of Big Lost tests a Code 65 headsail during a 400-nautical-mile passage to Bonaire.16 Σεπ 2025 · Caribbean Sea

Δημοσιεύτηκε16 Σεπ 2025

Διάρκεια35:26

Προβολές8K

ΤοποθεσίαCaribbean Sea

Cruising Grenada | Friendships, Challenges & Boat LifeThe crew of Big Lost prepares for a westward passage after completing repairs at Le Phare Bleu Marina.9 Σεπ 2025 · Birchgrove, Grenada

Δημοσιεύτηκε9 Σεπ 2025

Διάρκεια7:51

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαBirchgrove, Grenada

A Week That Didn’t Go to Plan | Rain & Marina Life in GrenadaThe crew of Big Lost performs maintenance and custom upholstery upgrades while docked at La Phare Bleu Marina.2 Σεπ 2025 · Birchgrove, Grenada

Δημοσιεύτηκε2 Σεπ 2025

Διάρκεια15:08

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαBirchgrove, Grenada

Boat Work in Grenada | Gori Prop Service & Splash Day!The crew of Big Lost services a Gori propeller and replaces bearing bushings while hauled in Grenada.26 Αυγ 2025 · Birchgrove, Grenada

Δημοσιεύτηκε26 Αυγ 2025

Διάρκεια17:54

Προβολές5K

ΤοποθεσίαBirchgrove, Grenada

Final Push South: Sailing into Grenada!Big Lost undergoes a haul-out at Clark’s Court Marina in Grenada to repair a cracked escape hatch.19 Αυγ 2025 · Birchgrove, Grenada

Δημοσιεύτηκε19 Αυγ 2025

Διάρκεια29:45

Προβολές4K

ΤοποθεσίαBirchgrove, Grenada

From Sea to Summit: Sailing Martinique & Climbing Mount PeléeThe crew of Big Lost replaces a leaking raw water pump while navigating fishing traps near Martinique.12 Αυγ 2025 · Le Lamentin, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε12 Αυγ 2025

Διάρκεια23:42

Προβολές2K

ΤοποθεσίαLe Lamentin, France

Our Dinghy SANK?! Sailing to MartiniqueThe crew of *Big Lost* manages a swamped dinghy and worn propeller bushings while sailing toward Martinique.5 Αυγ 2025 · Le Lamentin, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε5 Αυγ 2025

Διάρκεια32:53

Προβολές6K

ΤοποθεσίαLe Lamentin, France

We Left in the Wrong Weather… Then Ripped Our Sail!The crew of Big Lost ripped their Code 55 sail while dodging a fishing buoy near Montserrat.29 Ιουλ 2025 · Baie-Mahault, France

Δημοσιεύτηκε29 Ιουλ 2025

Διάρκεια24:15

Προβολές5K

ΤοποθεσίαBaie-Mahault, France

After the Fun in Sint Maarten, We Set Sail for Saint KittsThe crew of Big Lost upgrades to an aluminum Go-Do dinghy for better handling in open-ocean chop.22 Ιουλ 2025

Δημοσιεύτηκε22 Ιουλ 2025

Διάρκεια28:39

Προβολές2K

Boat Life in Sint Maarten: Dinghies, Beaches & Island VibesThe crew of Big Lost repairs a leaking black water valve and replaces fried 90-amp alternators in Sint Maarten.15 Ιουλ 2025

Δημοσιεύτηκε15 Ιουλ 2025

Διάρκεια25:09

Προβολές2K

Into the Wind: Sailing East to Sint MaartenThe crew of the Vision Triple Four motors to St. Martin while managing sargassum and alternator upgrades.8 Ιουλ 2025

Δημοσιεύτηκε8 Ιουλ 2025

Διάρκεια25:27

Προβολές3K

BVI Bound! The Next Leg of Our Southbound Sailing AdventureThe crew of Big Lost replaces alternators and a water pump before sailing to Virgin Gorda, BVI.1 Ιουλ 2025

Δημοσιεύτηκε1 Ιουλ 2025

Διάρκεια31:06

Προβολές3K

Package Delays & Island Days | USVI Boat LifeThe crew of Big Lost repairs a radar ethernet connection and addresses a cracked acrylic window.24 Ιουν 2025

Δημοσιεύτηκε24 Ιουν 2025

Διάρκεια34:36

Προβολές3K

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Ailigandí, Panama1Anaa, France1Archipel des Tuamotu1Baie-Mahault, France1Bella Vista, Panama4Birchgrove, Grenada4Bonaire, Netherlands1Caribbean Sea3Cartagena, Colombia1City of Freeport, Bahamas3Colón, Panama1Cristóbal, Panama4Dania Beach, United States4Fakarava, France1Fort Lauderdale, United States2Gaigirgordub, Panama1Guna Yala, Panama2Hitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France2Kralendijk, Netherlands1La Chorrera, Panama1Las Huacas, Panama4Le Lamentin, France2Minca, Colombia1Moorea-Maiao, France2Mormagedub (Isla Maquina), Panama1New Providence, Bahamas2Nuku Hiva, France3Pacific Ocean2Pacific Ocean, between Panama and the Galápagos1Pacific Ocean, en route to the Galápagos1Parroquia Bella Vista, Ecuador3Polk County, United States1Rangiroa, France1Soacha, Colombia1Teva I Uta, France3