Sailing Solé

Sailing and coastal cruising out of Long Beach, CA. I want to show you what there is to offer locally and share what I have learned about sailing a 30 foot Catalina sloop.

Long Beach, United States· Sept 2026

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NEW 2026 BOAT AUCTION - END OF SUMMERA 1978 Catalina 38 sells for $500 at the Long Beach boat auction in late summer 2026.13 Sept 2026 · Long Beach, United States

Published13 Sept 2026

Duration21:05

Views107K

LocationLong Beach, United States

SUMMER 2026 - BOAT AUCTION Announcement (NEW)Impounded vessels at Alamitos Bay Marina and Shoreline Marina are auctioned following unpaid slip fees and liens.16 Aug 2026 · Long Beach, United States

Published16 Aug 2026

Duration15:44

Views18K

LocationLong Beach, United States

Making a NEW BIMINI Frame & NEW DINGHY TEST DRIVE | Catalina 30A Catalina 30 owner modifies a bimini frame for solar panels and tests a new dinghy's performance.7 Jun 2026 · Long Beach

Published7 Jun 2026

Duration19:28

Views2K

LocationLong Beach

I KILLED MY DINGHY & MADE BAD CHOICESRemoving a bimini frame significantly improves solar panel efficiency by eliminating shading on a Catalina 30.31 May 2026 · Long Beach

Published31 May 2026

Duration21:32

Views2K

LocationLong Beach

Learn PredictWind in 8 MinutesComparing PredictWind's PWG, PWE, ECMWF, and GFS models reveals whether conditions are stable or unpredictable.18 May 2026 · Long Beach

Published18 May 2026

Duration8:57

Views2K

LocationLong Beach

WINDLASS FIX & SOLAR PANEL UPGRADE | DIY BOAT WORK A broken wire in a duplex cable caused windlass failure, which was resolved by using a spare.3 May 2026

Published3 May 2026

Duration15:12

Views2K

I SAILED "TO" ENSENADA on an ISLANDER FREEPORT 41' - EP97Overnight San Pedro–Ensenada passage on an Islander Freeport 41 with detailed coastal waypoints and harbor entry notes.19 Apr 2026 · off the coast of Southern California, near San Clemente Island

Published19 Apr 2026

Duration22:19

Views4K

Locationoff the coast of Southern California, near San Clemente Island

SOMETHING ALWAYS GOES WRONG ON A SAILBOAT!A windlass switch failure at Cat Harbor forces Andy onto a mooring ball for the entire weekend.29 Mar 2026 · Cat Harbor (Catalina Island) State Marine Conservation Area

Published29 Mar 2026

Duration15:57

Views3K

LocationCat Harbor (Catalina Island) State Marine Conservation Area

THE WORST THING ON A SAILBOAT IS A...A schedule forces an Eastwind 24 to abort a San Pedro Channel overnight passage in 27-knot winds.22 Mar 2026

Published22 Mar 2026

Duration12:55

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PREPARING TO LEAVE | Catalina 30 Boat WorkA Catalina 30 owner replaces a masthead anemometer and performs an engine oil change before cruising.8 Mar 2026 · Long Beach

Published8 Mar 2026

Duration13:08

Views2K

LocationLong Beach

🛑 CHANNEL UPDATE! 🛑A Catalina 30 owner details essential maintenance projects, including anemometer replacement and engine hose repair, before cruising.1 Mar 2026 · Long Beach, California

Published1 Mar 2026

Duration12:04

Views2K

LocationLong Beach, California

🔥2026 BOAT AUCTION ⛵️BUY CHEAP BOATS! A J-Boat sells for $6,600 and a Catalina Yachts 36 goes for $525 at the 2026 Long Beach Marine Bureau Boat Auction.25 Jan 2026 · Long Beach

Published25 Jan 2026

Duration36:41

Views110K

LocationLong Beach

INSIDER’S GUIDE to the Long Beach Boat Auction 🚤 | How to Score a Sailboat for CheapResearching tax liens and setting a strict maximum budget are essential for navigating the Long Beach boat auction.18 Jan 2026 · Long Beach

Published18 Jan 2026

Duration17:35

Views19K

LocationLong Beach

🔴 2026 SNEAK PEEK! BOAT AUCTION Announcement! BUY CHEAP BOATSThe Long Beach boat auction takes place January 24, 2026, featuring various impounded sailboats and powerboats.21 Dec 2025 · Long Beach, California

Published21 Dec 2025

Duration22:18

Views39K

LocationLong Beach, California

🔥 Boat-Style Power Upgrade… in My RV?! LiTime Lithium FULL InstallInstalling a lithium battery, inverter, and solar system in an RV follows the same principles as marine.7 Dec 2025

Published7 Dec 2025

Duration20:18

Views1K

7 BLACK FRIDAY deals with DISCOUNT CODESA Catalina 30 sailor reviews seven Black Friday deals with discount codes, from lithium batteries to a portable air conditioner.23 Nov 2025 · Long Beach

Published23 Nov 2025

Duration18:12

Views1K

LocationLong Beach

NEVER GO TO AVALON WITHOUT DOING THIS!A DC-to-DC charger wired with 10-gauge instead of 6-gauge cable killed the chartplotter and autopilot mid-passage.16 Nov 2025 · Avalon

Published16 Nov 2025

Duration23:15

Views3K

LocationAvalon

I SOLO SAILED to THE ISTHMUSA DIY dog bone system using a soft shackle and stainless rings simplifies reefing on a Catalina 30.9 Nov 2025 · Isthmus of Catalina Island

Published9 Nov 2025

Duration23:05

Views3K

LocationIsthmus of Catalina Island

I WENT TO MEXICO TO DELIVER A BENETEAU 56A delivery crew navigates a Beneteau First 456 from Ensenada to San Pedro using radar and FLIR.2 Nov 2025 · Ensenada

Published2 Nov 2025

Duration19:25

Views4K

LocationEnsenada

WE WENT TO THE ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW - 2025! | EP84The Annapolis Boat Show features industry exhibits, creator meetups, and social events for the cruising community.19 Oct 2025 · Annapolis, Maryland

Published19 Oct 2025

Duration13:48

Views3K

LocationAnnapolis, Maryland

SAILING & FISHING from CATALINA to LB | GOOD WIND & SWELL | EP83 A Catalina Yachts 30 crew hand-steers through 15-knot winds after the autopilot fails during a coastal passage.21 Sept 2025 · Santa Catalina Island

Published21 Sept 2025

Duration13:15

Views3K

LocationSanta Catalina Island

SAILING to Avalon & DENIED! | Anchoring in 120 FEET!The crew anchors Solé in 120 feet of water off Catalina Island after being denied a mooring.7 Sept 2025

Published7 Sept 2025

Duration13:41

Views24K

🥶DIY BOAT ICEBOX to FRIDGE Conversion | STEP BY STEP INSTALLATION Installing a custom refrigeration kit on Solé requires careful routing of refrigerant lines and monitoring for electromagnetic interference.17 Aug 2025

Published17 Aug 2025

Duration30:19

Views5K

🔥 HAWAII TO CALIFORNIA - PRE TRIP INFOA crew prepares for a 2,300-nautical-mile passage from Hawaii to California aboard a Valiant 40 sailboat.29 Jun 2025

Published29 Jun 2025

Duration13:50

Views4K

🛑 © 2025 BOAT AUCTION! BUY CHEAP SAILBOATS & POWER BOATS!At Long Beach Marina's 2025 auction, an Ericson 27 sells for $1,475 and a Catalina 30 for $500.15 Jun 2025

Published15 Jun 2025

Duration26:12

Views785K

🔥 SOLO SAILING to WHITES LANDING, CATALINA ISLAND - EP78A solo sailor navigates 25-knot winds and beam seas while reefing the mainsail aboard Solé to Catalina.1 Jun 2025

Published1 Jun 2025

Duration32:40

Views6K

🔴 SNEAK PEEK! - 2025 BOAT AUCTION Announcement! - CHEAP BOATS EP77The 2025 Long Beach boat auction takes place June 14 at Alamitos Bay Marina starting at 9 a.m.18 May 2025

Published18 May 2025

Duration17:01

Views81K

"BORROWING" GOLF CARTS and SAILING to STANIEL CAY BAHAMASAndy and Misty sail Solé 300 nautical miles through the Bahamas, finishing at the Atlantis marina.2 May 2025

Published2 May 2025

Duration14:21

Views874

DIVING PABLO ESCOBAR'S DRUG PLANE CRASH | Sailing the Bahamas PART 2A 51-foot Neal trimaran navigates shallow Bahamian waters while the owner receives professional instruction on vessel systems.13 Apr 2025

Published13 Apr 2025

Duration19:55

Views1K

SAILING TO BIMINI BAHAMAS & NEEL 51 Trimaran Walk ThruA crew navigates a 2020 Neel 51 trimaran from Fort Lauderdale to the Bahamas despite AIS failure.30 Mar 2025

Published30 Mar 2025

Duration17:22

Views4K

MISSION FAIL! Sometimes Plans DON'T GO as PLANNED!A solo sailor aborts a Catalina passage and anchors at Island White after experiencing electrical system issues.23 Mar 2025

Published23 Mar 2025

Duration18:06

Views2K

New MINI Lithium Batteries! How To Wire PARALLEL & SERIESWiring two 100-amp-hour Watt Cycle batteries in series creates a 24-volt, 100-amp-hour power bank.16 Mar 2025

Published16 Mar 2025

Duration13:11

Views2K

CATALINA 30 DIY PROJECTS! Hot Water Heater - DC to DC Charger and MOREInstalling a Whale Marine hot water heater on a Catalina 30 requires extensive galley plumbing and reinforcement.22 Feb 2025

Published22 Feb 2025

Duration16:51

Views2K

CROSSING THE SEA OF CORTEZ - Final ChapterA 294-nautical-mile passage across the Sea of Cortez requires motor-sailing to avoid a gale and high-seas warning.9 Feb 2025

Published9 Feb 2025

Duration21:52

Views2K

SAILING TO CABO SAN LUCAS - WHALE ENCOUNTER - Chapter 4The crew of Solé replaced a faulty VHF antenna in Cabo San Lucas using a mousing line technique.26 Jan 2025

Published26 Jan 2025

Duration24:46

Views2K

FINDING A HIDDEN VILLAGE in Bahia Santa Maria - Chapter 3The crew of *Killdragger* navigates 246 nautical miles down the Baja coast despite failing radar and AIS equipment.13 Jan 2025

Published13 Jan 2025

Duration19:37

Views2K

TROUBLE AT SEA IN MEXICO -Isla de Cedros to Bahia Tortugas- Chapter 2The crew of Solé clears a fouled propeller and navigates dense fishing gear while sailing to Bahia Tortugas.5 Jan 2025

Published5 Jan 2025

Duration25:16

Views6K

OFFSHORE SAILING- Ensenada to Isla de Cedros -Chapter 1The crew sails 261 nautical miles from Ensenada to Isla de Cedros using a Hydrovane wind vane.29 Dec 2024

Published29 Dec 2024

Duration33:34

Views10K

SMALL BOATS AUCTION 2024 - Dinghy, SUP's, KayaksAn auction of small watercraft including Zodiac and Hobie models features winning bids as low as $1.22 Dec 2024

Published22 Dec 2024

Duration15:47

Views9K

2024 WINTER BOAT AUCTION - Where to BUY SUPER CHEAP SAILBOATS & POWER BOATSA public boat auction offers neglected sailboats and powerboats for minimum starting bids of $500.15 Dec 2024

Published15 Dec 2024

Duration20:34

Views292K

The BOAT AUCTION is BACK!!! 2024 Winter AnnouncementThe Long Beach Marina winter boat auction takes place December 7, 2024, with bidding starting at 9 a.m.4 Dec 2024

Published4 Dec 2024

Duration8:56

Views3K

BIG TRIP ANNOUNCEMENT & 10+ GADGETS I'm BRINGINGA sailor prepares for a two-week offshore passage to Cabo San Lucas with satellite communication and safety gear.24 Nov 2024

Published24 Nov 2024

Duration14:26

Views1K

HOW TO tune my SAILBOAT RIGGING | Catalina 30 BOAT WORKA Catalina 30 owner centers a one-inch off-plumb mast using a Loos PT2 gauge and a halyard-hoisted tape measure.10 Nov 2024 · Long Beach, California

Published10 Nov 2024

Duration18:41

Views6K

LocationLong Beach, California

14 New BOAT PROJECTS | WHY I'm doing them & COSTA Catalina 30 owner details 14 upcoming DIY upgrades, including a rudder sensor and Victron battery monitor.3 Nov 2024

Published3 Nov 2024

Duration21:23

Views3K

SUPER ROLLY ANCHORAGE & a GREAT HIKE to UPPER BALLASTA Danforth stern anchor stabilized a 38-ft sailboat during heavy rolling at Little Fisherman’s Cove, Catalina Island.27 Oct 2024

Published27 Oct 2024

Duration22:07

Views2K

SOLO SAILING HOME from LITTLE FISHERMANS COVE on a CATALINA 30A Catalina 30 owner navigates a close tanker encounter and autopilot failures while sailing to Long Beach.6 Oct 2024

Published6 Oct 2024

Duration11:29

Views9K

Solo BOW & STERN Anchoring at Little Fishermans CoveA Catalina 30 sailor executes a bow-and-stern anchoring maneuver at Little Fisherman’s Cove using a Mantus anchor.29 Sept 2024

Published29 Sept 2024

Duration14:56

Views2K

HOLDING TANK MISHAP! Misty's FIRST PASSAGE homeA breather valve failure causes a holding tank overflow on Solé during a return passage from Catalina.8 Sept 2024

Published8 Sept 2024

Duration12:44

Views2K

REEFED for HER PLEASURE! Misty's FIRST Passage & KeeldraggerPaloozaThe crew of Solé reefs the mainsail and secures a mooring in Descanso Bay for a weekend.25 Aug 2024

Published25 Aug 2024

Duration16:52

Views2K

DIY WINDLASS SEA TRIAL | CATALINA 30 SAILBOATAndy installs and tests a new windlass on his Catalina 30, Solé, at Island White.18 Aug 2024

Published18 Aug 2024

Duration12:36

Views1K

53 - DIY WINDLASS INSTALLATION CATALINA 30 | EBAY ITALWINCHInstalling an Italwinch windlass on a Catalina 30 requires routing heavy-gauge cable and ensuring proper anchor stop clearance.4 Aug 2024

Published4 Aug 2024

Duration18:35

Views4K

EP52 - Sailing FLORIDA to VIRGINIA Part 2 | 854nm on the EAST COASTThe crew of the 38-ft sailboat *Validated* navigates the Atlantic coast and Potomac River to reach Quantico.28 Jul 2024

Published28 Jul 2024

Duration26:08

Views2K

EP51 - Sailing 854nm of EAST COAST from FLORIDA to VIRGINIAThe crew of *Validated* diverts to Beaufort Inlet to avoid an incoming low-pressure system during a coastal passage.14 Jul 2024

Published14 Jul 2024

Duration22:17

Views3K

EP50 - NEW 2024 SUMMER BOAT AUCTION - CHEAP SAILBOATS!Potential buyers at a Long Beach boat auction must account for outstanding tax liens before bidding.30 Jun 2024

Published30 Jun 2024

Duration1:06:00

Views241K

EP49 - DIY WINDLASS INSTALL & EAST COAST ANNOUNCEMENTAndy installs a windlass on Solé and prepares for a 700-mile offshore passage on an Island Packet 42.23 Jun 2024

Published23 Jun 2024

Duration16:46

Views2K

EP48 - BOAT AUCTION 2024 - ANNOUNCEMENT & SNEAK PEAK!!!The City of Long Beach hosts a public boat auction on June 29, 2024, at 9 a.m.16 Jun 2024

Published16 Jun 2024

Duration15:40

Views31K

EP47 - California’s Hidden Beach on Santa Cruz Island!The crew sails 190 miles from San Pedro to Santa Cruz Island and Catalina Island via *Solé*.2 Jun 2024

Published2 Jun 2024

Duration21:27

Views2K

EP46 - SAILING to SANTA BARBARA ISLAND | WHALES & BOAT DRAMA 😂A crew troubleshooting bilge water and a clogged pump while sailing from San Pedro to Santa Barbara Island.25 May 2024

Published25 May 2024

Duration21:18

Views2K

EP45 - WILL THE ROCKER STOPPER WORK? | SpaceX LaunchA Catalina 30 tests Davis rocker stoppers at White Cove before transiting to Long Beach, California.5 May 2024

Published5 May 2024

Duration17:01

Views5K

EP44 - Going up the MAST & Solo Sailing to White CoveAndy repairs a detached lazy jack block on Solé before motoring to White Cove, Santa Catalina Island.28 Apr 2024

Published28 Apr 2024

Duration16:59

Views1K

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