Breaking Waves

"Welcome to a world where adventure meets the ocean—if you love sailing, surfing, and exploring remote corners of the world, you're in the right place." We are Ben and Alie and we bought a 41' sailboat to live on and sail in British Columbia with our sandy boat dog Bruce. After sailing around Vancouver Island, and refitting the boat we set our sights to warmer water surf destinations. After Saili…

South Pacific Ocean· juli 2025

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THE FINAL Passage! | Sailing New Caledonia to New ZealandThe crew of Kiana completes a 14-day passage from New Caledonia to New Zealand before listing the boat.14. juli 2025 · South Pacific Ocean

Publisert14. juli 2025

Varighet30:00

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Boatlife - From Sea To Fire| INSANE ACTIVE VOLCANO Trek and Our Final Sail from VanuatuThe crew slows their boat to 3 knots to ensure a daylight arrival at Havana Pass, New Caledonia.23. apr. 2025 · Malampa, Vanuatu

Publisert23. apr. 2025

Varighet15:34

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StedMalampa, Vanuatu

OFFGRID In the Jungle: A Primitive Community ExperienceCruisers repair a solar power system in Malampa, Vanuatu, to help a local community charge electronic devices.31. mars 2025 · Lomteuheakal, Vanuatu

Publisert31. mars 2025

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StedLomteuheakal, Vanuatu

THE TRUTH UNCOVERED | What Sailing Is ACTUALLY Like In The Remote Corners Of the Pacific OceanThe crew of Kiana sails from Fiji to Vanuatu, utilizing a spinnaker for two days of consistent progress.16. mars 2025 · Pacific Ocean, between Fiji and Vanuatu

Publisert16. mars 2025

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StedPacific Ocean, between Fiji and Vanuatu

ITS THE END - Sailing Away From Paradise | Goodbye FijiBen and Alie sail 660 miles from Fiji to Vanuatu to avoid the South Pacific cyclone season.9. mars 2025 · Solevu, Fiji

Publisert9. mars 2025

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Sailing Surfers PARADISE! Island life at Namotu, FijiBen and Alie navigate the Mamanuka Islands in Fiji to access surf breaks at Cloudbreak and Namotu.1. mars 2025 · Nadroga-Navosa, Fiji

Publisert1. mars 2025

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Sailing to FIJI - Customs and Immigration When Sailing To A New COUNTRYClearing into Fiji requires 48 hours' advance notice and visits to multiple government offices in Suva.17. feb. 2025 · Suva, Fiji

Publisert17. feb. 2025

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CAVE DIVING In The Kingdom of TONGA - How Far Can You Go On ONE BREATH?Ben and Alie sail 450 miles from Tonga to Fiji, avoiding dead downwind conditions to prevent rolling.10. feb. 2025 · Taoa, Tonga

Publisert10. feb. 2025

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StedTaoa, Tonga

A SECRET SPOT: A Hidden Paradise We Almost Missed!The crew of Breaking Waves explores remote, unnamed Tongan anchorages to find surf breaks and spearfishing spots.27. jan. 2025 · Neiafu, Tonga

Publisert27. jan. 2025

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StedNeiafu, Tonga

Sailing through a Gale! 40+ knots and 20 foot seas!A couple navigates a 40-knot gale between French Polynesia and Tonga using a double-reefed mainsail.19. jan. 2025 · South Pacific Ocean

Publisert19. jan. 2025

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Would YOU Jump IN? - The REALITY Of Sailing Long Passages In The TropicsThe crew of Kiana navigates a Pacific passage from French Polynesia to Tonga while dodging heavy weather.13. jan. 2025 · Pacific Ocean, west of French Polynesia

Publisert13. jan. 2025

Varighet27:37

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The Tropical Anchorage You CANNOT SKIP! Boat Life Perfection!!The crew prepares their boat for a passage from Moorea to Tonga while avoiding southern low-pressure systems.6. jan. 2025 · Moorea-Maiao, France

Publisert6. jan. 2025

Varighet23:25

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StedMoorea-Maiao, France

Boat Life in Tahiti: Watching Surf LEGENDS Take On This Massive And FAMOUS WAVEThe crew installs a 55-pound Mantis M2 anchor and a new bridle before departing Tahiti for Fiji.22. des. 2024 · Taiarapu-Ouest, France

Publisert22. des. 2024

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Swimming with WHALES And Our Biggest Adventure YET (Surprise Ending)Ben and Alie repair Keanu after a reef grounding and marry in French Polynesia following whale excursions.8. des. 2024 · Papeete, Tahiti

Publisert8. des. 2024

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The REALITY Of Fixing A REEF DAMAGED SAILBOAT | Can We Save Her?The crew repairs a three-foot hull crack on the 40-foot sailboat Kiana using fiberglass and epoxy.30. nov. 2024 · Papeete, France

Publisert30. nov. 2024

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Sailing 200 Miles OPEN OCEAN with a BROKEN BOAT - Please Don't Sink!The crew of Kiana motors 270 miles to Tahiti for hull repairs after a reef grounding incident.17. nov. 2024 · Fakarava, France

Publisert17. nov. 2024

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Reef Damaged Sailboat - First Passage Since RescueThe crew repairs a hull gash with underwater epoxy and secures a replacement Spade anchor after grounding.10. nov. 2024 · Fakarava, France

Publisert10. nov. 2024

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StedFakarava, France

We Saved Our Boat From A Reef... Now What?The crew of Kiana repairs electrical corrosion and hull damage after refloating their boat from a reef.3. nov. 2024

Publisert3. nov. 2024

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Race Against the Storm: Can We Save Our Sailboat From The Reef?! (Part 2)Local volunteers in the Tuamotu Islands use rollers and towing boats to salvage the grounded sailboat Kiana.27. okt. 2024 · Hao, France

Publisert27. okt. 2024

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We Lost Our Boat | A Sailor's WORST Nightmare (Part 1)The sailboat Kiana grounded on a coral reef after an anchor chain failure during an unforecasted storm.20. okt. 2024

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Sail to Surf Perfection - Boat Access Only WavesA sailboat crew navigates high-current reef passes and mooring challenges while surfing remote Tuamotu atoll breaks.13. okt. 2024 · a tiny atoll in the South Pacific Ocean

Publisert13. okt. 2024

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MASSIVE Fish and PERFECT Waves - Sailing Adventurers Score!A couple uses a double headsail configuration to stabilize their sailboat during a Pacific Ocean passage.6. okt. 2024 · Makemo, France

Publisert6. okt. 2024

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Boatlife PARADISE | Exploring A Remote Tropical Island And Diving Stunning ReefsBen and Alie anchor in Raroia, French Polynesia, while tracking south swells for upcoming reef break surfing.30. sep. 2024 · Makemo, France

Publisert30. sep. 2024

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RAW AND UNCUT | Life At Sea On a 400 NM Passage In The TropicsThe crew of Kiana navigates a 400-nautical-mile passage from the Marquesas to the Tuamotus using OpenCPN charts.25. sep. 2024 · between the Marquesas and the Tuamotu Archipelago

Publisert25. sep. 2024

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Abandonned Ancient Ruins for Human Sacrifices (and other ceremonies) - Bonus Breaking WavesBen and Alie explore the ancient archaeological site of Ta'a'oa and forage for fruit on Hiva Oa.19. sep. 2024 · Hiva Oa, France

Publisert19. sep. 2024

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StedHiva Oa, France

We Sailed 3000 Miles To A SINKING VOLCANO and Found SURF!A cruising couple completes a 3,000-mile Pacific crossing and provisions in Hiva Oa, French Polynesia.16. sep. 2024 · Hiva Oa, France

Publisert16. sep. 2024

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Sailing to a Tropical Beach Paradise!The crew of Kiana anchors at Hanamenu, French Polynesia, to celebrate a birthday with a beach bonfire.26. aug. 2024 · Hiva Oa, France

Publisert26. aug. 2024

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Sail, Surf, Dive: Exploring Hidden Gems of The Marquesan Islands!The crew anchors at Hapatoni, Tahuata, and installs a solar-powered Mantis Marine navigation light on their dinghy.13. aug. 2024 · Fatu Hiva, France

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Boatlife Sailing Adventure: Hike To The Most STUNNING Waterfall!Ben repairs a cracked dinghy outboard bracket using aluminum while anchored at Fatu Hiva, French Polynesia.6. aug. 2024 · Fatu Hiva, France

Publisert6. aug. 2024

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Boatlife: Touching Land For The First Time In 21 Days - We Are THRILLED!The crew of *Kiana* repairs a corroded propane solenoid and a hydro-locked outboard in Fatuhiva, French Polynesia.29. juli 2024 · Fatu Hiva, France

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Sailors EXPLODE with Emotion - Sailing Across the Pacific Ocean pt 4!A couple completes a 2,924-mile Pacific Ocean passage from Mexico to the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia.21. juli 2024 · French Polynesia, France

Publisert21. juli 2024

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Cockpit Showers and DANGEROUS Squals! - Sailing Across the Pacific Ocean (Part 3)The crew of Kiana navigates intense ITCZ squalls and repairs a leaking 40-year-old pressurized water hose.7. juli 2024 · Pacific Ocean

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Sailing Across The Pacific Ocean PART 2 - Problems at SeaThe crew of Kiana struggles with a fouled Code D sail and a malfunctioning propane sensor mid-Pacific.1. juli 2024 · Pacific Ocean

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Sailing Across the Pacific Ocean - Up the MAST at sea!A couple repairs severe Code D halyard chafe while underway during a Pacific Ocean crossing from Mexico.24. juni 2024 · Corral del Risco, Mexico

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Checking Out Of Mexico Before SAILING Across The Pacific Ocean!Ben and Alie prepare for a Pacific crossing from La Cruz, Mexico, despite a stolen dinghy fuel tank.4. juni 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

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StedLa Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

The BEST Sail for Cruisers - Fitting our sailboat for a Pacific CrossingBen and Alie install a custom Code D sail and Selden bowsprit on their 41-ft sailboat Kiana.29. mai 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

Publisert29. mai 2024

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We're Screwed!! Sailors hit Breaking Point preparing to sail across the Pacific.The crew repairs a fried refrigerator module using a spare part sourced from a fellow cruiser.19. mai 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

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Solar Energy for OFF GRID Living on our Sail Boat! Easy BONUS Solar Idea for Sailing!Ben and Alie install 950 watts of solar power on Kiana to prepare for a trans-Pacific passage.13. mai 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

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First Time Sailing Across the Pacific Ocean - Peperations, upgrades, setbacks. Real Time Update.The crew installed a Hydrovane, increased solar capacity, and configured OpenCPN for redundant navigation before crossing the Pacific.14. apr. 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

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Sailing with SALT & TAR - AMAZING sailboat with an incredible story!!Ben and Allie prepare Kiana for an ocean crossing by installing solar panels and a water purification system.8. apr. 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

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Brady and Blue! Delos sailing LEGENDS and pumping surf, right in our anchorage!Ben repairs a faulty Raymarine spur cable to restore AIS and instrument data on the sailboat Kiana.1. apr. 2024 · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico

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Sailing and STEERING by the WIND!! Learning how to use our new HydrovaneA newly installed Hydrovane windvane steers a sailboat on a 90-mile coastal passage from Chamela to Banderas Bay.25. mars 2024 · San Mateo, Mexico

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Sailors Prepare To Sail Across The Pacific Ocean - First Bluewater Passage!The crew tests a new Hydrovane while sailing 35 nautical miles from Barra Navidad to Chamela, Mexico.18. mars 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

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Boat Life Comfort: Small projects, BIG impactBen and Allie install cockpit cushions, an ice maker, and v-berth modifications before a Pacific Ocean crossing.12. mars 2024 · San Patricio, Mexico

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The BEST Sailboat Upgrade for Sailing across Oceans! Boat Work and Surf in Barra de NavidadBen and Alie install a Hydrovane self-steering system on their boat in Barra de Navidad, Mexico.3. mars 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

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The Ultimate DIY Sailboat Upgrades and Ocean Activities! | Sailing, Surfing, SpearfishingInstalling lazy jacks on a 14-foot boom requires specific mast-to-gooseneck measurements to ensure proper mainsail stack pack clearance.18. feb. 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

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Sailors in Mexico Prep for Pacific Crossing: Stack Pack DIY and Electronics OVERHAULThe crew repairs a faulty Raymarine AIS backbone by replacing a dead 120-ohm NMEA 2000 network terminator.4. feb. 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

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Sailboat Life : Post-Hurricane Return & Rediscovering Our Sea Legs! 🌊⛵️Ben and Alie recommission Kiana in Barra de Navidad, Mexico, after an eight-month hurricane season storage period.9. jan. 2024 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

Publisert9. jan. 2024

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We Build A Deck And Rainproof Our Home In The Woods!Ben and Alie build a wooden deck and install a rainfly on their tent on Vancouver Island.26. des. 2023 · Area C (Long Beach), Canada

Publisert26. des. 2023

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We're Moving To The Woods!The crew installs a White Duck Alpha wall tent on Vancouver Island to serve as temporary housing.11. des. 2023 · Area C (Long Beach), Canada

Publisert11. des. 2023

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WE'RE BACK! ...And There's Something We Haven't Told YouBen and Alie build a platform for a 16-by-20-foot White Duck wall tent on Vancouver Island.4. des. 2023 · Area C (Long Beach), Canada

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Breaking Waves Sailing Real Time UPDATEAlie pauses the Mexico cruising season on Vancouver Island and plans a December return to the boat.23. juli 2023 · Area D (Oyster Bay/Buttle Lake), Canada

Publisert23. juli 2023

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Searching for Surf on Mexico's Pacific CoastBen and Alie trade their 41-foot sailboat for a rental car to surf the Mexican Pacific coastline.16. juli 2023 · Aquila, Mexico

Publisert16. juli 2023

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How To Prepare A Sailboat For HURRICANE SeasonThe crew prepares their 41-foot sailboat Kiana for hurricane season by decommissioning systems and securing deck gear.9. juli 2023 · La Culebra, Mexico

Publisert9. juli 2023

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StedLa Culebra, Mexico

🙀A CROCODILE Encounter On Our Last Day Of SAILINGThe crew of the 41-foot sailboat Kiana prepares for hurricane season after a final coastal passage.2. juli 2023 · La Manzanilla, Mexico

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Boatlife: A Day On The Water - Raw And UnfilteredThe crew of a 41-foot sailboat spearfish and surf in Tanaquitita, Mexico, before prepping for hurricane season.25. juni 2023 · Chametla, Mexico

Publisert25. juni 2023

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Sailing To A Hurricane Damaged Cargo Ship!The crew evaluates hurricane-season storage in Barra de Navidad and visits the wreck of the Los Lanitos.18. juni 2023 · Barra de Navidad, Mexico

Publisert18. juni 2023

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SAILING FAST with a BROKEN SPAR!11. juni 2023

Publisert11. juni 2023

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What The Heck Are We Gonna Do NOW?!Alie and Ben use a Scout Olympic camper on a Ford F-350 to manage logistics between sailing seasons.21. mai 2023

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BEHIND THE SCENES Of Parlay Revivals Sailing Regatta7. mai 2023

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a tiny atoll in the South Pacific Ocean1Aquila, Mexico1Area A (Egmont/Pender Harbour), Canada2Area B (Cortes Island), Canada1Area C (Discovery Islands/Mainland Inlets), Canada1Area C (Long Beach), Canada3Area D (Oyster Bay/Buttle Lake), Canada1Bahia Santa Maria, Baja, Mexico1Barra de Navidad, Mexico7between the Marquesas and the Tuamotu Archipelago1Chametla, Mexico1Comox, Canada1Corral del Risco, Mexico1Fakarava, France2Fatu Hiva, France3French Polynesia, France1Hao, France1Hiva Oa, France3La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico7La Culebra, Mexico1La Manzanilla, Mexico1Lomteuheakal, Vanuatu1Makemo, France2Malampa, Vanuatu1Moorea-Maiao, France1Nadroga-Navosa, Fiji1Neiafu, Tonga1Nuevo Nayarit, Mexico1off the coast of Baja, Mexico1Pacific Ocean2Pacific Ocean, between Fiji and Vanuatu1Pacific Ocean, west of French Polynesia1Papeete, France1Papeete, Tahiti1San Juan County, United States1San Mateo, Mexico1San Patricio, Mexico1Santa Barbara County, United States1Sidney, Canada1Solevu, Fiji1South Pacific Ocean2Suva, Fiji1Taiarapu-Ouest, France1Taoa, Tonga1Ucluelet, Canada1