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We hit a log sailing by strange Indonesian sea platformsA catamaran crew navigates debris-heavy waters and offshore fishing structures while managing daggerboard damage and sail issues.29 Aug 2026 · Semporna, Malaysia

Published29 Aug 2026

Duration30:23

Views111K

LocationSemporna, Malaysia

Replacing a window while sailing through pirate waters and wildlife of BorneoThe crew repairs a faulty mainsail outhaul and reseals acrylic windows while sailing toward Sandakan, Malaysia.23 Aug 2026 · Mapun, Philippines

Published23 Aug 2026

Duration19:37

Views38K

LocationMapun, Philippines

Sandakan and Wildlife of BorneoA sailboat navigates the Sulu Sea while performing running rigging repairs and managing digital chart plotter subscriptions.16 Aug 2026 · Sandakan, Malaysia

Published16 Aug 2026

Duration23:53

Views48K

LocationSandakan, Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu Bound: Sailing, Survivor Island, Squalls, and Bugs, 3d printingSam Holmes repairs a chafed main halyard and 3D prints custom lazy jack pulleys while sailing toward Borneo.31 Jul 2026 · Tanah Jambu, Brunei

Published31 Jul 2026

Duration27:23

Views45K

LocationTanah Jambu, Brunei

Sailing to Brunei, an unusual countrySam Holmes sails the catamaran *Catfish* from Miri, Malaysia, to Brunei for a coastal cruising exploration.14 Jul 2026 · Peninjau, Brunei

Published14 Jul 2026

Duration16:59

Views57K

LocationPeninjau, Brunei

Sailing Through an OIL RIG MAZE to Miri, BorneoA 3.4-meter minimum depth at Miri's sandbar nearly grounds a boat with a 3.3-meter draft.6 Jul 2026 · Kuching, Malaysia

Published6 Jul 2026

Duration37:37

Views60K

LocationKuching, Malaysia

Becalmed & our engines keep breaking on 7 day passage to BorneoA drone measures bridge clearance on the Kuching river approach where construction made marked heights unreliable.30 Jun 2026 · Teluk Sunting, Indonesia

Published30 Jun 2026

Duration32:30

Views88K

LocationTeluk Sunting, Indonesia

This Is Why We Sail: The Anambas Archipelago, IndonesiaA cruising couple navigates the Anambas Archipelago, Indonesia, while managing anchor dragging issues and remote customs procedures.19 Jun 2026 · Tioman Island, Malaysia

Published19 Jun 2026

Duration40:56

Views68K

LocationTioman Island, Malaysia

We like this evolution of the Tender - Exce1sior carbon dinghy testThe Excelsior 3.3-meter carbon dinghy planes with four people on a 15-horsepower Enduro outboard.7 Jun 2026

Published7 Jun 2026

Duration14:42

Views58K

Giant Ships, Strong Currents, and Diving Tiomans Pristine ReefsSingapore-to-Tioman passage burns 65 liters fighting currents and a barnacle-fouled hull.31 May 2026 · off the east coast of Malaysia

Published31 May 2026

Duration36:37

Views72K

Locationoff the east coast of Malaysia

A great catamaran sunshade solution A multihullnets.com custom shade installs solo in five minutes and survived 25 knots on a catamaran.18 May 2026

Published18 May 2026

Duration5:04

Views23K

Sailing busy part of the Malacca Strait to Singapore A Seawind 1160 crew navigates the Malacca Strait while managing engine repairs and structural window resealing projects.13 May 2026 · Malacca Strait

Published13 May 2026

Duration31:24

Views60K

LocationMalacca Strait

7 Days Sailing Down The Malacca StraitA shredded impeller left in a catamaran engine costs $2,300 in heat exchanger damage on the Malacca Strait.28 Apr 2026 · Malacca Strait, Malaysia

Published28 Apr 2026

Duration37:35

Views55K

LocationMalacca Strait, Malaysia

The huge number of projects it takes to maintain a 43ft CatamaranA 43-ft catamaran owner performs extensive maintenance, including refrigeration repairs, winch upgrades, and 3D-printed component installations.21 Apr 2026 · Royal Langkawi Yacht Club, Langkawi, Malaysia

Published21 Apr 2026

Duration1:05:55

Views74K

LocationRoyal Langkawi Yacht Club, Langkawi, Malaysia

Breaking stuff offshoreA flooded sail locker, a failed electric winch, and a broken bowsprit fitting mark the end of season one in Langkawi.2 Apr 2026 · Telaga Harbor, Langkawi, Malaysia

Published2 Apr 2026

Duration19:55

Views49K

LocationTelaga Harbor, Langkawi, Malaysia

500 Nautical Mile Offshore Passage in CatamaranA 500-mile passage from India to Malaysia involves light-wind sail management, celestial navigation, and challenging anchoring conditions.26 Mar 2026 · Andaman Sea

Published26 Mar 2026

Duration22:51

Views66K

LocationAndaman Sea

Venomous snake onboard! We hit a reef exploring the Andaman Islands & Scuba on a giant shipwreckUnmarked reef strikes a Seawind 1000 in the Andaman Islands where charts showed 18 feet of water.22 Mar 2026 · near Havelock Island, Andaman Islands

Published22 Mar 2026

Duration35:01

Views71K

Locationnear Havelock Island, Andaman Islands

Thailand to India 500nm Offshore Passage to an Active VolcanoA catamaran sails 500nm from Thailand to Barren Island, India's only active volcano, witnessing live eruptions.17 Mar 2026 · Patong Bay, Thailand

Published17 Mar 2026

Duration38:16

Views78K

LocationPatong Bay, Thailand

Sailing with a stop to get our advanced scuba ratingAdvanced and Nitrox scuba certifications completed in Phuket, with a saltwater pump install and clutch repair aboard.11 Mar 2026 · Shark Island, Thailand

Published11 Mar 2026

Duration24:41

Views30K

LocationShark Island, Thailand

A change of direction. Sailing towards somewhere different. Autopilot failure, belt problems, and a raw-water impeller swap on a 600-mile passage toward the Andaman Islands.6 Mar 2026 · Kuah, Malaysia

Published6 Mar 2026

Duration26:11

Views56K

LocationKuah, Malaysia

Meeting up with James and testing a new hydrofoilSlingshot hydrofoil's tool-free cam-lock assembly solves corroding-screw problems on carbon foil gear.3 Mar 2026 · Rabak Island, Langkawi

Published3 Mar 2026

Duration9:48

Views29K

LocationRabak Island, Langkawi

Exploring Tuba island and sailing mission to retrieve our zero breeze mk3 Air Conditioner Zero Breeze Mark 3 retrieved by dinghy from a Malaysian mainland warehouse after Langkawi delivery fails.28 Feb 2026 · Pulau Tuba, Malaysia

Published28 Feb 2026

Duration17:16

Views35K

LocationPulau Tuba, Malaysia

Boat Life Just Changed Forever. We Got a 3D Printer!The Bambu Lab A1 3D printer enables the fabrication of custom marine hardware and replacement parts while cruising.22 Feb 2026

Published22 Feb 2026

Duration11:02

Views43K

Island hopping our way to Langkawi and a new chartplotterB&G Zeus 3S replaces a failed Zeus 2 touchscreen, but the newer SR model dropped Navionics support.15 Feb 2026 · Kuah, Malaysia

Published15 Feb 2026

Duration23:21

Views40K

LocationKuah, Malaysia

Screecher sail 101Sam Holmes demonstrates rigging, trimming, and furling a laminate screecher on a catamaran in light wind conditions.8 Feb 2026

Published8 Feb 2026

Duration15:10

Views30K

Sailing through squalls to Ko Libong in search of ManateesSam Holmes sails from Coe Rock to Ko Libong through squalls to search for manatees.4 Feb 2026 · Baan Maphrao, Thailand

Published4 Feb 2026

Duration9:24

Views28K

LocationBaan Maphrao, Thailand

Fast downwind run to Ko Rok and more fun divingA parasailor struggles in light air on a 33-mile downwind run to Ko Rok Nui, Andaman Sea.28 Jan 2026 · Kantang District, Thailand

Published28 Jan 2026

Duration16:58

Views49K

LocationKantang District, Thailand

Sailing with the new screecher, checking out of thailand and an awesome dive site. A new screecher's first sail ends in three reefs and 26 knots off Phuket after squalls build fast.22 Jan 2026 · Phuket City Municipality, Thailand

Published22 Jan 2026

Duration13:46

Views63K

LocationPhuket City Municipality, Thailand

Measuring for a new sail and installing our Marine ACSam Holmes installs a marine air conditioner, fabricates custom fiberglass ducts, and replaces aging boat electrical components.17 Jan 2026

Published17 Jan 2026

Duration14:29

Views38K

Launching the boatOneDrop McLube lasts two months on Harken sail track cars versus two weeks for generic PTFE spray.21 Dec 2025

Published21 Dec 2025

Duration13:43

Views49K

Doubling our solar power! And creative expression with the palm router. Custom fiberglass-reinforced PVC supports provide a rigid, lightweight mounting solution for high-wattage solar panel installations.11 Dec 2025 · Si Sunthon, Thailand

Published11 Dec 2025

Duration28:31

Views46K

LocationSi Sunthon, Thailand

I screw up while drilling more holes in the boatA misplaced drill bit hits the lightning ground during a through-hull installation for two air conditioners.4 Dec 2025 · Phuket City Municipality, Thailand

Published4 Dec 2025

Duration16:31

Views46K

LocationPhuket City Municipality, Thailand

Finishing the rigging and lifting the mast w/ Rolly Tasker rigging services in PhuketRolly Tasker technicians replace a forestay wire and reassemble the Profurl furling system in Phuket, Thailand.30 Nov 2025 · Si Sunthon, Thailand

Published30 Nov 2025

Duration6:57

Views32K

LocationSi Sunthon, Thailand

How I re-rigged my boat with Para-D and Dux High Modulus Standing RiggingReplacing generic Dyneema with Para-D and Dux synthetic rigging reduces weight and eliminates stretch-related creep issues.24 Nov 2025 · Bueng Sam Phan District, Thailand

Published24 Nov 2025

Duration31:40

Views70K

LocationBueng Sam Phan District, Thailand

Haul out and fixing my carbon wing mastA catamaran owner hauls out in Thailand to repair and repaint a carbon wing mast.15 Nov 2025 · Phuket City Municipality, Thailand

Published15 Nov 2025

Duration31:52

Views67K

LocationPhuket City Municipality, Thailand

Accidentally ripping my windlass outSam Holmes repairs a damaged windlass mount using fiberglass and epoxy after ripping it from the deck.4 Nov 2025 · Chalong, Thailand

Published4 Nov 2025

Duration46:11

Views67K

LocationChalong, Thailand

Sailing around thailand, boat projects, and touring @DawnHunters cool aluminum catamaran. Sam Holmes tours a 53-foot custom aluminum catamaran featuring redundant steering and sacrificial mini keels in Thailand.25 Oct 2025 · Ko Pha-ngan District, Thailand

Published25 Oct 2025

Duration35:14

Views51K

LocationKo Pha-ngan District, Thailand

Sailing to Ko Panyi – Thailand’s Floating Village on Stilts!Sam Holmes anchors at Ko Panyi, a 200-year-old stilt village built by Indonesian fishermen in Thailand.18 Oct 2025 · Ban Ko Maiphai, Thailand

Published18 Oct 2025

Duration14:22

Views37K

LocationBan Ko Maiphai, Thailand

Cruising Thailand, monkey trails and boat workSam Holmes performs engine, plumbing, and sail repairs while cruising the coastal waters of Krabi, Thailand.11 Oct 2025 · Ban Nong Chaeng, Thailand

Published11 Oct 2025

Duration24:36

Views47K

LocationBan Nong Chaeng, Thailand

No longer solo. Sailing Phang Nga BaySam Holmes and Arlene sail Phang Nga Bay, exploring sea caves and managing routine boat maintenance tasks.3 Oct 2025 · Phang Nga Bay, Thailand

Published3 Oct 2025

Duration19:57

Views78K

LocationPhang Nga Bay, Thailand

Solo sail back to Thailand. Wrecking my screecher sailSam Holmes repairs a failed winch and manages a jammed screecher during a solo passage to Thailand.23 Sept 2025 · Ban Nong Chaeng, Thailand

Published23 Sept 2025

Duration40:46

Views94K

LocationBan Nong Chaeng, Thailand

Forced to solo sail out of Thailand for a 200nm Visa RunA solo sailor completes a 200nm visa run to Langkawi while testing a parasailor and scuba gear.12 Sept 2025 · Phru Nai, Thailand

Published12 Sept 2025

Duration29:56

Views142K

LocationPhru Nai, Thailand

The fascinating process of how sails are made at Rolly Tasker. (VR180 for viewing on a VR headset)Rolly Tasker's sail loft shows panel nesting, hand-sewn leather corners, and on-site injection molding.10 Sept 2025 · Si Sunthon, Thailand

Published10 Sept 2025

Duration12:11

Views11K

LocationSi Sunthon, Thailand

The fascinating process of how sails are madeRolly Tasker in Phuket manufactures custom sails using CAD design, laser cutting, and industrial double-needle stitching.4 Sept 2025 · Si Sunthon, Thailand

Published4 Sept 2025

Duration10:22

Views61K

LocationSi Sunthon, Thailand

Deck core replacement and other projectsSam Holmes repairs a rotten deck core and installs a timer switch on his boat's electric toilet pump.28 Aug 2025

Published28 Aug 2025

Duration26:25

Views74K

Sailing to places around PhuketA catamaran crew navigates the islands near Phuket while managing a collapsing windlass base and leaking hatches.24 Aug 2025 · Ko Kaeo, Thailand

Published24 Aug 2025

Duration19:31

Views64K

LocationKo Kaeo, Thailand

Parasailor and the windows on this boat are a disaster Sam Holmes upgrades his catamaran’s electrical panel, installs an electric toilet pump, and reseals leaking cabin windows.15 Aug 2025 · Rawai, Thailand

Published15 Aug 2025

Duration26:26

Views88K

LocationRawai, Thailand

Nearly lost an engine sailing the Andaman Sea: Screecher Test, Boat Repairs & Thailand Check-inSam Holmes repairs a failed engine cooling hose clamp and reseals leaking windows while arriving in Phuket.9 Aug 2025 · Ban Nong Chaeng, Thailand

Published9 Aug 2025

Duration20:04

Views94K

LocationBan Nong Chaeng, Thailand

Langkawi to Thailand- 40kt Squalls! Lets test the boat!A catamaran crew navigates 40-knot squalls and uncharted rocks while sailing from Langkawi to Thailand.2 Aug 2025 · off the coast of Thailand

Published2 Aug 2025

Duration26:37

Views165K

Locationoff the coast of Thailand

Finally sailing. Figuring out the sails and tuning up the Dyneema rigging. Sam Holmes tunes loose Dyneema rigging and services mainsail cars on a 43-foot catamaran in Langkawi.25 Jul 2025

Published25 Jul 2025

Duration30:16

Views153K

How to turn a manual winch into an electric winch. With SailForce!SailForce's 1,250-watt kit motorizes a Harken 50 winch for less than half the cost of Harken's own conversion.18 Jul 2025

Published18 Jul 2025

Duration9:48

Views64K

Back to Malaysia to drill the first holes in my catamaran & other projectsSam Holmes refits a catamaran in Malaysia, installing a mini-split air conditioner and servicing the windlass relay.13 Jul 2025

Published13 Jul 2025

Duration36:54

Views127K

Product reviews Smaco, Poclink, magicycle, oleap, topumpSam Holmes tests the Smaco M8058 full-face scuba mask and four other gadgets for marine and land use.1 Jul 2025

Published1 Jul 2025

Duration13:20

Views14K

My last sail on pickled herring Sam Holmes sells his Cape Dory after a final 32,000-mile passage from Key West to Fort Myers Beach.1 Jul 2025 · Fort Myers Beach, United States

Published1 Jul 2025

Duration11:26

Views92K

LocationFort Myers Beach, United States

7 day solo passage across Bahamas & Gulf StreamA solo sailor completes a 500-mile passage from the Dominican Republic to the Florida Keys via catamaran.22 Jun 2025

Published22 Jun 2025

Duration37:46

Views120K

I finally found my next boat!Sam Holmes purchases a 43-foot Xioning catamaran in Malaysia for 147,000 euros to replace his current boat.15 Jun 2025 · Padang Tengku, Malaysia

Published15 Jun 2025

Duration12:28

Views275K

LocationPadang Tengku, Malaysia

Solo Sailing to LuperonA solo sailor evaluates a St FRANCIS 44 in Luperon while comparing Orca and Navionics chart detail.7 Jun 2025

Published7 Jun 2025

Duration22:18

Views57K

Sailing to a National Park in Dominican RepublicSam Holmes explores caves and installs new oar holders on his dinghy before sailing toward Luperon.1 Jun 2025 · Sabana de la Mar, Dominican Republic

Published1 Jun 2025

Duration11:25

Views32K

LocationSabana de la Mar, Dominican Republic

4 days solo sailing to Dominican RepublicA solo sailor completes a 260-mile passage to the Dominican Republic using a spinnaker in light winds.23 May 2025 · Yamasá, Dominican Republic

Published23 May 2025

Duration23:35

Views58K

LocationYamasá, Dominican Republic

St Martin, Anegada & St Thomas. Sailing & diving at many islandsA crew installs a Yamaha Enduro 15 outboard and 450-watt solar panels while evaluating a Lagoon 440.18 May 2025 · Saint Thomas - Saint John District, United States

Published18 May 2025

Duration18:20

Views44K

LocationSaint Thomas - Saint John District, United States

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