From Military Sniper to Sailing Around the World - (Episode 376)
9 August 2026 · 24 min · 76K views · Phuket
What this video covers
Vance, a former military sniper, and his partner Carly join the crew of the 45-foot catamaran Parlay Revival for a five-day sailing trip near Phuket, Thailand. The group departs from the coast of Phuket, maintaining an average speed of 6 to 9 knots in 16 knots of apparent wind.2:42 During the passage, the crew inspects local moorings, which consist of three concrete blocks, checking lines, shackles, and knots for chafe before securing the vessel.4:49 Vance, who manages PTSD through sailing, demonstrates precision in maneuvering the catamaran onto a mooring ball.20:04 The trip includes recreational activities such as wakeboarding and fishing, while the participants discuss the therapeutic benefits of life on the water for veterans and first responders. Vance and Carly, who recently purchased their own sailboat to pursue a circumnavigation, operate the nonprofit organization Sails of Valor to provide sailing experiences for veterans.16:24 The excursion concludes with a demonstration of bio-field tuning forks intended for mental balancing.22:54
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