Some Good, some Bad, learn this was dumbass stupid risks, while happy about a future blind siding himself. He had experience and survived, again, others likely not, basically a jackass boater video... Replicating this = dead boaters, downed boats, stupid risks, imnsho.
@@danceswithcarsdc Everything we do can get us Killed, Driving, just eating and choking on food could get us killed, some of us are just braver than the others
I didn't even know I liked sailing until I ran across Sam's channel. He has such a positive attitude and seems to always be grinning. I'm sure I will be watching hours of his sailing and also others that are doing this full-time. What great stories they will have to tell when they are older.
Gotta be careful putting your phone number out there on the internet like that. Some really shitty people out there. Delete it and send the guy a message, @Mark Denzer
I apologize on behalf of the kanaka (locals) here in hawaii who can be rude......they are just being protective...just let uncle know you are looking for a place to anchor for the night. Please do not take it personally....as 1 rotten apple can spoil the bunch. Much Aloha.....and safe travels! You can also try flying the Hawaiian Flag. And wear ti leaf(or have it aboard your vessel).......it is very effective in warding off trouble.
At least they didn't eat you as they did for thousands of years. Ask Captain Cook - they are cannibals originally. The Japanese would have exterminated them ....they were lucky.
Sam you should most definitely give sailing tutorials on RU-vid. People who dont even know how to sail love you and I personally think you have a teacher's spirt
I have been in that valley once...may have been the most isolated more 'Hawaiian' place I have been too and Ive been to all the islands. Unreal beautiful. Those waterfalls are fed by the rains from the high mountains behind there that receive a tremendous amount of annual precip
I don't know if you were aware before you set sail but Molokai means 'the gathering and twisting of the ocean'. I bet that makes sense now! As for the guy in the kayak- carry a conch shell and learn how to blow it. When about a mile out, give a good blow. If you get one back, then you are welcome to come in. If not, keep moving. That's what I heard from a guy that lives in Halawa Valley is the 'custom'. If nothing else, it shows respect for the old ways. Traditionally (before Hawai'i was overthrown) they had the ahu apua'a system. Land was granted in the valleys all the way up to the ridge lines and out into the sea.
I have a better idea: Sail in to the anchorage, if some self entitled a-hole hawaiian paddles out on a kayak and starts threatening you, take whatever steps necessary to make the guy go back to what he was doing or make him regret his decision. The guy on the kayak has learned that if he tries to be intimidating, he will get what he wants. He needs to learn that there are consequences to poor behavior.
Easiest way to use the mooring ball is to feed a line through it back up to your boat, and tie it up to a cleat. That way you can untie it from the boat and pull it through the mooring ball back to the boat without jumping in.
Sam you are a heck of a sailor. I've dreamed of sailing Seattle down and over to Maui. Pearson26 and now a Oday25. I'll keep tacking around Puget Sound and leave the rest to you big boys, in small boats. Nice job, the world need more people like you.
14:14 smh that’s messed up. I believe you. I’m from Kauai and I’ve seen it first hand. Hawaii carries a LOT of racism. And a lot of the racists there get away with it on a daily basis. even though I have family who is Hawaiian growing up haole wasn’t easy. It’s not HIS land. It’s Gods creation. You did NOTHING wrong by sailing your boat. Loved the video!
Just subbed. Love your videos. I also chuck the anchor from the stern as I solo sail my 30fter, then take the rode to the bow cleat after it’s dug in. Would love to have seen more vids on the improvements/upgrades you did. Keep filming and consider Patreon. Fair winds. Elaine
question 1) does the local have a right to ask him to leave? or at least what is the reason to be so pissed? 2) the local could start off asking politely and possibly with a reason. then escalate afterwards.
culture probably. hawaiian people have a reason to be mad at foreigners for taking lands that was once sacred to them. also i believe at the time this video was published, hawaiian people were protesting TMT because the government was once again building on lands that are sacred to hawaiian people.
Tiuz Kanggz do you live in hawaii? do you have any idea what exactly culture means to people? what if i went to your homeland and started shitting on every religious or cultural monument there was? i’m sure you wouldn’t like it. if you’re american, what if i took the US constitution and ripped it apart, to show that the founding fathers work means nothing? or if i were to make fun of the gun laws? it doesn’t matter what country you’re from, if someone makes fun of your culture you’re obviously going to get pissed.
@@samholmessailing you need to add that to the description so ppl know about it. Im sure plenty of ppl want to show some support and help you out.. that trip from cali was nuts, i was scared for ya man
Enjoying your channel and adventures! We live on Oahu and have a 30’ sailboat in Honolulu. Please let us know if you need a ride or help in any way. By the way, which cruising guide do you use?
That’s the one I have...not much out there. There’s one called “noodle notes” by Bill Leary that’s a free online PDF. I haven’t used either resource yet so can’t say on the accuracy.
Aloha Sam! Many thanks for sharing! Sailed the Maui "triangle" often with our R23 back in the eighties and thoroughly enjoyed your L.A to Hilo all the while thinking how great it would have been to meet you during my younger days! Waiting on a backordered Torpedo 1003 for my Whitehall 14 and delighted to hear of your experience with it! Continuing best wishes!!
@@samholmessailing Thanks! Good to know. Those little motors are almost twice what I was pondering for a Yamaha 2.5!! Idea of no-gas really sold me, though!\
It’s unfortunate that a small portion of your video has been made a main point. I will say that the type of mindset displayed by the man from shore is the exact reason I want to leave this place.
I would have recorded the whole encounter and taunted him with kindness. "What's your name buddy?" "It looks like I took a wrong turn at Albuquerque." "Would you be my, could you be my, won't you be my neighbor?" "So, I guess a friendly backrub is out of the question?" "Do you know where I can get some hula lessons?" "You look like you need a hug."
@@melshingleton7865you don’t own the land either, unless you bought all of it, you don’t naturally own a place just because you are from there. I don’t own Florida just because I was born there do I?
@@rodneysmart9774 How can he give respect to the locals when they don't give him any respect? Are you suggesting he should be asking someone's permission to anchor where he did?
@@downunderdan stand in a Hawaiian person's slippers for a minute. If you think I'm wrong. Go over there and talk to that local guy about how you think it oughta work. He might teach you something. PS: no telescope!
@@rodneysmart9774Hey Rodney, there's nothing with anything and I'm sure I could learn a lot from my island brothers in Hawaii. If I sailed to Molokoi in my yacht, would I not receive a similar welcome? It's difficult to have any dialogue when intimidation tactics are deployed by those you'd like to learn from.
14:05, I would liked to have seen the encounter. It's unfortunate many of the locals with the "you flew here I grew here" mentality don't comprehend the value of tourism, that, or you happened upon his meth lab.
I would recommend not anchoring from the stern. Strong winds can stretch your anchor line like a banjo and when it releases pull you back into the swell sinking you. It’s happened before. You can always pull the anchor from the stern just don’t anchor from the stern.
Its pretty sad that there truly is no where in the world where one can go with out some one coming up and saying claimed, same in Canada you would think there was a vast wilderness to explore , but its all gates, fences and no trespassing signs
Dude, you need a thimble on your chain to rope splice...do it now that won't hold chafing fast that way.....I was wondering about anchoring in Molokai, I heard locals don't allow it..anchoring on volcanic rock bottom could be pretty tricky...don't do it on windward shore at least get to offshore side to anchor..too exposed dangerous uncomfortable etc
Sam, you continue to inspire! I day sail in Seattle on a San Juan 24. Getting ready for my first overnight. It feels great. I totally enjoy your adventures.
Maybe he's been planning an outdoor/onboard S#x fantasy for many years now and you just happen to be perfect timing hahaha. Again and as always, great content, mate!
Awesome Sam! What a fantastic journey! l have so many questions about the boat from another R23 sailor!! Any idea what year your boat is? Did it come with genoa tracks on the cabin top? I have never seen another R23 with such an arrangement. Did you make your own spray hood frame and/or the fabric shield? Did you upgrade the water tank/pump? How many batteries are you using for the electric motor? Can you provide any other details? My boat (THE HARD WAY) is red too. thanks for the videos!
Just started watching a few sailing channels a month ago. Ever visit Molokai again I'll meet you at the harbor take you around. Keep sailing, awesome channel. God Bless out there.
You caught the Pailolo channel on a relatively mellow day. I've done a down winder on my two man kayak with my friend flying a kiteboarding kite off the front in this channel. I live a few minutes down the road from Honolua bay.
after he left the valley on molokai on the north side are the highest sea cliffs in the world. If you look at google maps in satellite mode you can see where a massive amount of earth broke off molokai and is spread out over the ocean floor. The tsunami from that must have been tremendous.
I spend a lot of time alone and have gotten good at it over the years but I still think I would have trouble crossing the ocean single handed on a small boat.
Wow. I know nothing about sailing but I sure do enjoy watching your videos. I love how you are so independent and enjoy the time with yourself. Thanks Sam for sharing this aspect of your life. My little 30 year old blind parrot seems to know your voice now and she really perks up when she hears your voice. She goes nuts when you whistle and you make her day as well. It's so cute to watch her react to you. Who woulda guessed you'd make an old blind African Grey Parrot so happy. She loves you. Thanks again buddy.
Where is the best place to be when a Hawaii volcano goes off? I'd say the water runs 1st in my book. You folks are probably the safest. As long as your not site seeing on land. Be safe.
Some Local Hawaiians don't like Haoles, or Individuals who are not native Hawaiian or Polynesian. Don't feel bad, Sam. Not all Native Hawaiians have that mindset. Great voyage to the Islands, by the way. Loved every moment You shared.
I’ve been to Molokai a dozen times. The best places to anchor are on the North Shore between la’au point and Kalaupapa. No towns, just sea cliffs. No locals can get to those shores to harass you. Inaccessible by land. They call Molokai “the friendly island” but it’s not friendly at all to strangers. Especially haoles. (note the spelling, Weston. There’s a reason you’re teased for being illiterate) I know some people in Kaunakakai so they’re ok with us, but the locals don’t like us Oahu guys spoiling their waters and I guess that’s fair. Be respectful and leave if they tell you to. Max Kruchowski, the answer to your ignorant question is, Barking Sands Missile Base on Kauai has nukes. Hawaii protects the mainland from the middle of the pacific. Don’t ever think Hawaii is weak. Drop the attitude or suffer the consequences. Aloha.
Brian Walsh You say be cool but you seem like a hot head with poor social skills. It seems to me that most ppl living on these islands are uneducated. Which causes these acts of aggression. Like you said act cool, be cool. Why not just kayak to the sailboat and ask him to leave because there are no outsider allowed to anchor there. That would have been a better approach then what seemed to have happened. Which was an act of aggression towards Sam... idk man, just read what you said and then think about it. Cuz you seem dumb to me.
