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Christian Williams
United States
Приєднався 11 чер 2007
Christian Williams' videos span his sailing experience from childhood, through early multihull Bermuda races to singlehanded voyages to Hawaii in his 70s. A former Washington Post editor and television producer, he lives in Los Angeles and currently sails a 1984 Ericson 38. This free channel is not monetized. Use of an ad blocker is recommended.
Why We Sail--"Lessons of Spring, 2024"
Genoa lead marks; Raymarine wheel pilot; Companionway slides; Pram maintenance; V-berth Step. Ready for summer, anyone?
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Відео
24 Hours Offshore Alone
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Subtitles [Closed Captions, CC] have been corrected. How it is, or was, or could have been a video essay illustrated by clips from 2017 and 2021.
Battle for the Sole of Thelonious II
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Closed Captions [cc] corrected. Labor-intensive replacement of the cabin sole (the floor) of a 1984 Ericson Model 381 (38') sailboat, and what it says about measuring, cutting, fitting and just about finishing off the carpenter.
Christmas Books, 2023
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A quick look at books by Christian Williams, available at www.amazon.com/stores/Christian-Williams/author/B001H6IOB8?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true For a survey of notable authors writing about the oceans, see ua-cam.com/video/p_yKEY5ty9Y/v-deo.html&t and ua-cam.com/video/xnjaaQqi1E8/v-deo.html
Are We Sinking yet? Ah, the Endless Summer--of Yacht Maintenance
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Closed Captions [cc] corrected. Encounters with dripless shaft seal, a faulty seacock, another sail cover revision, installation of a galvanic isolator and troubleshooting a Raymarine wheel pilot.
Advanced Cruising-Boat Sailing Techniques (Part 7, "Introduction to Sailing")
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Closed Captions [CC] have been corrected. This video, Part 7 of the "Introduction to Sailing" playlist, explores the techniques and goals of advanced recreational sailors, with an emphasis on confidence gained by analysis and observation. ua-cam.com/video/wOblNE9kWnk/v-deo.html
New Sails for Thelonious, 2022
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How to choose new sails for a cruising boat. Offshore sails are bulletproof but heavy. Time for a set of coastal cruising Dacron, lighter and whiter, for Sunday afternoon. Thanks to Oliver McCann of UK Sailmakers, Marina del Rey.
Invited to Go Sailing? What to Expect.
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Guests for an afternoon sail aboard the 1984 Ericson 381 sloop Thelonious II. Comments on sea sickness, life jackets, man overboard, and one difference between yachting and golf. Oh, and try not to block the companionway. ua-cam.com/video/wOblNE9kWnk/v-deo.html
"Introduction to Sailing," Part 2--Learning Like a Kid
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Hats off to the Junior Sailing Program of California Yacht Club, Marina del Rey, CA. ua-cam.com/video/wOblNE9kWnk/v-deo.html
"Introduction to Sailing," Part 1--First Sail Ever
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How to Sail for beginners. "Introduction to Sailing" videos ua-cam.com/video/wOblNE9kWnk/v-deo.html
Catalina Island, the Quick Escape from Los Angeles
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Two Harbors at the isthmus of Catalina remains in 2022 as it was 30 years ago, an emerald green safe harbor just offshore, accessible only by boat. Lots of boats.
Why We Sail--"Mysteries of the Night Sea"
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Remarks on sailing at night, its value and magic. Keywords yacht tour, Hawaii, British Virgin Islands, sunsets, blue water, vacation, sailboat cruising, yacht clubs, new harbors, crew psychology, full moon, Milky Way, Pacific ocean, yacht Thelonious II.
"Introduction to Sailing," an Audiobook Original
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An invitation to sailing from dinghies to cruising and racing. See you out there. ua-cam.com/video/wOblNE9kWnk/v-deo.html
Offshore with the Cape Horn Self-Steering Wind Vane
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Offshore with the Cape Horn Self-Steering Wind Vane
Why We Sail--"Refit and Hey, Why no Dodger?"
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Why We Sail "Refit and Hey, Why no Dodger?"
3-Minute Preview, "Inside Singlehanded Sailing with Christian Williams"
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3-Minute Preview, "Inside Singlehanded Sailing with Christian Williams"
Hawaii 2021: Inside Singlehanded Sailing with Christian Williams
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Hawaii 2021: Inside Singlehanded Sailing with Christian Williams
Update: Thelonious II Departs Oahu Aug. 9
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Update: Thelonious II Departs Oahu Aug. 9
Why We Sail -- "Ready for Departure, Hawaii 2021"
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Why We Sail "Ready for Departure, Hawaii 2021"
Why We Sail--"Cape Horn Steering Vane Install and Sea Trial"
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Why We Sail "Cape Horn Steering Vane Install and Sea Trial"
Why We Sail--"Rehabilitation in Winter"
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Why We Sail "Rehabilitation in Winter"
Why We Sail--"Escape the Neighborhood"
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Why We Sail "Escape the Neighborhood"
"Introduction to Sailing," Part 5--Time to Reef
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"Introduction to Sailing," Part 5 Time to Reef
Endless Sailing with Thelonious Monk
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Endless Sailing with Thelonious Monk
I would take your dinghy any day of the week over an inflatable!
As long as Christian Williams is putting out sailing videos, all is still good with the world.
wow those floors look great
Hello Sir! You have nice varnishing skills! That dinghy looks awesome. Cheers from Portugal!
Always love your videos. Have a great summer!!
Thank you
See Christian , some of us just watch all your videos over an over again .. your my favorite and your certainly are a gifted man ..
Great video. Thank you for sharing
That lucky guy got to talk to Christian.
I like spam to but it’s got to be fried
Very inspirational. Your guidance is always appreciated. Oliver, UK Sails (Marina Del Rey) helped me add reefs to my mainsail.
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I have always felt there was a Zen-like quality to sailing - a centering, calming all good feeling of being on the water and in tune with the boat, the wind, the water and the creatures... watching the small details of your experiences brings much of that into focus again. Having raced for many years, I tired of the loud voices and over exuberance on the course - now I venture out with renewed joy that in part I owe to you sir! Cheers from the Atlantic in New Hampshire!
Thanks for the visit! Are we going to Hawaii again? Soon? Love your sailing and philosophy - missed a little jazz this time, but I'm sure we'll make that up soon.
Thank you Christian for sharing this lovely and educative video! Greetings from Sweden
Where’s your pfd?
My favorite channel!!!
The sound of your engine… Is that Perkins 4108?
Universal 5432, 4-cylinder, 32 hp. Standard on Ericson 38 series.
Have a great season sailing Christian! At 71 I'm in my second year of sailing here in central Ohio on my 19' Flying Scot.
Love your videos. Just a little different perspective on sailing. Keep up the good work and stay healthy.
You should maybe refit adjustable fairleads, so comfortable.
Too much deck clutter for me.
@@ChristianWilliamsYachting Hmm, not really, two end caps holding the sheaves some quarter inch line and a cleat outside the cockpit coaming that's almost nothing.
Brilliant as usual. I really respect you stranger. I was pleased as you sat on the bow upon your pillows made of gold and thanked you in your splendor. Thank you. 😎
Prop wash aint a big deal - use your dock lines - the bulk head scenario required pushing the bow out with starboard stern line belayed - or use the dingy to get bow out or kedge with anchor - reversing from slip use your ines dont even use prop u til bow put and headed
I just couldn’t deal with that wheel pilot on my I36. Finally got a linear drive below deck drive unit and not longer put up with the noise. Best wishes.
I’m just here for the poetry 😊
The infamous Mr Squeaky strikes again. We found it upsets humback whales. Seriously. They get all agro when it starts. This is one of the best sensible sailing videos I have seen. Thank you so much!
Great to see you sailing again. You are an inspiration to all of us.
Best channel out there. Can we be best friends?
I have to say I've copied your blue cushions on my Ericson 25 cb! Although your interior is far more nicer than mine. That dingy is awesome!
Thank you nice video
Ahhh, wonderful!
1000 likes. Mr. Williams, sir, you are an inspiration.
great to see you again
Your commentary is superb... only a minute in and already smiling!
great, I was just thinking to mark off my lead marks too, some good advice here, thanks Christian! :-)
The V~birth step…. Magic! All the best Richard
Always cherish these gems Thank you sir
I still miss the dingy, that's what she said😊
That dinghy isn't for sailing, it's for looking through. Chief Dan George OK ok. and a little poetic licence.
I wonder if you upgraded your fairleads to be adjustable from the cockpit whether then you could forget all the different reef markings. You'd be adjusting the reef then sheet then headsail car. What di you think?
I just love your videos. Here for the poetry… oh and the sailing!
So good to see you sailing with your knowledge and wisdom,it’s a treat Thank you
Love it, hope to see ya out there...
A true inspiration. Thank you for sharing. Fair winds captain. Enjoy your summer.
Niiiiice
Ahoy, Great video, trying to get on our 1st vessel at 56. Better late than never. 71 Columbia 34. Looking forward to the work and learning with my family out of Channel Islands. But whew the whole slip thing over here is ridiculous. But will make it happen and get out there. Cheers
Thank you Christian, I love your observations on life and sailing.
Keeping my sailing dreams alive. Sold my sailboat 3 years ago....I usually buy, sail and then sell every 3 years. I may skip this year which will be 4 seasons not sailing. It's easy to make excuses to hold off on buying again. Traveling the USA with the goal to sleep in all the states and visit all the National parks is a good reason for now. Up to 34 states slept in and 33 National Parks visited.
Thank you for another great video!
Just finished philosophy of sailing and this popped up. Have always enjoyed your captured moments and words weaved to take me out there when I cannot be.