The Sailing Brothersvideo
"Sailing The Edge Of The World" : 600 Miles Samoa To Fiji Pt 1
June 3, 2025 · 25 min · 34K views · Apia, Samoa
What this video covers
Adam and Luke depart Apia, Samoa, on a 630-mile passage to Fiji aboard their catamaran.1:58 They initially plan to reach Suva, but mid-passage weather analysis of strengthening southeasterly winds prompts a change in destination to Savusavu.21:45 The crew opts for this route to avoid beating into strong winds and to bypass complex reef navigation near Viti Levu that would otherwise require transit in darkness.22:49 During the voyage, the crew manages a leaking oil seal on their Sonic MK2 saildrive and addresses a persistent diesel odor in the engine bay.1:33 They deploy a spinnaker in light winds before switching to a full genoa and mainsail as the trade winds build.20:49 The passage involves navigating around shallow water and hidden reef obstacles, with the final approach to Savusavu planned for daylight to ensure safety.24:58 Adjusting a route based on wind angle and reef proximity significantly improves safety when navigating island chains in strengthening trade winds.
Boats in this video
More from The Sailing Brothers
From The Sailing Brothers — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analyzed video.
The Sailing Directory Newsletter
One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.