Sailing When We Never Thought We Could

Our 469 mile passage across the Sulu Sea has been an unexpected challenge. Because these border line doldrum, never-above-10-knots-of-wind days are putting CURIOSITY to the test. 

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We wanted a boat that would sail on the days we never could before (light wind).  And surprisingly, we've been able to keep a decent pace on days we didn't think we would be able to sail at all (only 5-8 knots of wind).  Which has made this whole passage with compromised engines, a lot less stressful. 

We haven't talked much about performance, our sails or general setup yet. Mostly because we've been waiting until we had used everything (more than once).  And we have been using every single sail we have. Sometimes, all in one day. 

So, if you're ready for a deep dive into CURIOSITY'S sail plan, how it compares to our old boat and what we feel we're missing…this one is for you. 

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WE’RE JASON AND NIKKI WYNN. A couple of explorers, modern-day documentarians, and cultivators of curiosity.

We’ve been chasing our curiosity around the world on wheels and keels since 2011. Why? Because curiosity is the key to unlocking life. It pushes us outside our comfort zone, softens our assumptions, and helps us embrace the great unknown. The more we let our curiosity lead the way, the more we discover about ourselves and the world around us.

Things We're Most Curious About...

GETTING OFF-GRID
Our home is also our transportation and we spend weeks away from civilization and sometimes land. So self-reliance and sustainable living are a must. We've learned heaps about renewable energy, managing waste, creating safe drinking water and foraging for food. We carefully manage our resources and we’re always looking for new and better ways to do so.

TALKING TO STRANGERS
People are busy (even on remote islands) and travelers are a dime a dozen. It takes time to talk to strangers, and even more time to have a real connection. Going the extra mile to get to know someone is a commitment.

Which is why these are our most treasured experiences. Setting off into the world with curiosity as our guide and nature as our compass. We talk to strangers and accept hospitality without fear or reservations. Both giving and receiving.

ALTERNATIVE LIVING
These are people who are doing things differently. Forgoing the mainstream, seeking freedom and living on the margins. Creative, unique and inspiring people who challenge our ideas of home and community.

Our journey is ever-evolving but the mission remains the same: #CultivateCuriosity

Timestamps if you like to Jump Around:

00:00 We Live By the Sea’s Rules
01:10 Sailing with No Wind
02:36 Doyle Sails Loft New Zealand
04:30 HH44 Mainsail Stratis
05:57 HH44 Solent (Genoa) Stratis
06:35 HH44 Self Tacking Staysail Stratis
07:10 HH44 Cableless Reacher Stratus
08:05 Launching the Spinnaker
09:09 Sailing & Stinkin FADs
11:40 HH44 Deep Spinnaker Sailing
12:42 Racing the Sunset
15:18 Missing One Sail, Light Wind Upwind J1
15:49 Anchoring at Night, Drinks & Dinner

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