Leading the Escapade

We're two ocean-loving Aussies sailing around the world aboard our 40ft monohull, Escapade. Our mission? To circumnavigate the globe and share the real, raw, and beautiful moments of life at sea—spearfishing, fixing things that break, exploring off-grid islands, and everything in between. We film it all: the highs, the lows, the cats, the chaos, and the quiet sunsets. This is full-time boat life…

Las Huacas, Panama· Sep 2026

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WE’RE BACK AT SEA! 🌴 San Blas, Boat Repairs & Insurance Update! Ep-235The owners of a 2003 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey navigate to Bocas del Toro after lightning destroys their electronics.Sep 2, 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

PublishedSep 2, 2026

Duration26:35

Views28K

LocationLas Huacas, Panama

Back on the Water in Bocas del Toro… 🌴 Ep-234Escapade relaunches in Bocas del Toro as Jason and Janae test the 249-gram Antigravity A1 drone.Aug 24, 2026 · Bocas del Toro, Panama

PublishedAug 24, 2026

Duration23:13

Views25K

LocationBocas del Toro, Panama

We Had No Choice But to Let Them Lift Our Boat Again… Ep-233The owners of a Jeanneau 40 repair structural grid damage caused by an improper boatyard lift.Aug 13, 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

PublishedAug 13, 2026

Duration43:23

Views44K

LocationLas Huacas, Panama

They Damaged Our Boat… And We Were Left To Fix It! Ep-232A Panama boatyard's misplaced travel-lift pads cracked Escapade's hull and triggered a four-month insurance dispute.Aug 5, 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

PublishedAug 5, 2026

Duration41:03

Views108K

LocationLas Huacas, Panama

Our Sailboat Is Almost Back Where It BelongsThe crew of *Escapade* installs a new Rocna swivel and radial-cut headsail before relaunching for the Pacific.Jul 22, 2026

PublishedJul 22, 2026

Duration16:38

Views21K

WE HAD TO CUT INTO OUR RUDDER!The crew of *Escapade* repairs hairline cracks in their foam-core rudder using West System epoxy and Cab-O-Sil.Jul 15, 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

PublishedJul 15, 2026

Duration21:51

Views12K

LocationLas Huacas, Panama

Ignoring This Boat Upgrade Could Cost You Everything | TruDesign Install! Ep-229Replacing bronze through-hulls with composite TruDesign fittings prevents corrosion and eliminates the need for future maintenance.Jul 8, 2026 · Colón, Panama

PublishedJul 8, 2026

Duration23:30

Views19K

LocationColón, Panama

The Haul Out That Changed Everything...Ep 228!A broken dinghy impeller and cast-iron keel rust tackled during a full catamaran haul-out.Jun 24, 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

PublishedJun 24, 2026

Duration16:12

Views29K

LocationLas Huacas, Panama

🌴 The Last Paradise Before the Pacific Crossing | San Blas Islands! Ep-227Escapade departs San Blas Islands for a Panama haulout, bound for Bali before October cyclone season.Jun 17, 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

PublishedJun 17, 2026

Duration22:04

Views30K

LocationLas Huacas, Panama

Sailing to the Caribbean's Most Remote Islands! Ep-226Night entry into reef-heavy San Blas after a 35-hour passage from Cartagena with a damaged headsail.Jun 10, 2026 · Cartagena, Colombia

PublishedJun 10, 2026

Duration18:05

Views22K

LocationCartagena, Colombia

LAND at Last - Arriving in COLOMBIA After a WILD Passage | Day 15 (Ep 226)Escapade drifts the last 3 miles into Cartagena after fuel runs out following a 50-knot passage.May 29, 2026 · Cartagena, Colombia

PublishedMay 29, 2026

Duration17:06

Views18K

LocationCartagena, Colombia

Wet, Exhausted & Hanging On - 50 Knot Caribbean Storm | Day 13 & 14 (Ep 225)A headsail shreds twice and fuel runs out during a 50-knot Caribbean passage to Cartagena.May 28, 2026 · Caribbean Sea

PublishedMay 28, 2026

Duration17:16

Views14K

LocationCaribbean Sea

The Raw Reality of Offshore Sailing - Torn Sail, No Fuel & Wild Weather | Day 12 (Ep 224)A shredded headsail patched with cut-up shorts keeps a fuel-less boat moving toward Cartagena in 45-knot gusts.May 27, 2026 · Caribbean Sea

PublishedMay 27, 2026

Duration23:59

Views19K

LocationCaribbean Sea

The Last Glimpse of Land Before South America | Day 11 (Ep 223)Near fuel-out at 2 a.m. off Haiti forces a dinghy-motor backup plan on a US-to-Colombia passage.May 26, 2026 · Commune Petit-Trou-de-Nippes, Haiti

PublishedMay 26, 2026

Duration15:32

Views18K

LocationCommune Petit-Trou-de-Nippes, Haiti

We’re Going Nowhere… Trapped Off Cuba | Day 9-10 (Ep 222)A 3-knot contrary current off Cuba pins Escapade in place despite motoring and repeated tacking.May 24, 2026 · off the coast of Cuba

PublishedMay 24, 2026

Duration21:17

Views25K

Locationoff the coast of Cuba

We patched our SHREDDED SAIL… But Now the RIGGING Might FAIL | Day 8 (Ep-221)New standing rigging installed in Miami flexed alarmingly at the spreaders in 30-knot winds en route to Colombia.May 23, 2026 · Ragged Island, Bahamas

PublishedMay 23, 2026

Duration18:48

Views15K

LocationRagged Island, Bahamas

Our Sail Tore in 40 Knots…10 Minutes Into the Crossing | Day 7 Continued... (Ep 220)A headsail tears along a resewn UV strip in 40 knots, forcing a Sunbrella patch repair before a Colombia crossing.May 22, 2026 · Central Andros, Bahamas

PublishedMay 22, 2026

Duration17:18

Views10K

LocationCentral Andros, Bahamas

Boat Life in the Remote Bahamas Hits Different | Day 6-7 (Ep 219)A lost solar panel gets replaced and sewn to 1,800 watts total before a Colombia departure goes wrong.May 20, 2026 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedMay 20, 2026

Duration16:39

Views13K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

The Ragged Islands Are Pure Paradise! | Day 4-5 (Ep 218)The Hog Key Yacht Club in the Ragged Islands charges no fees and marks visits with painted driftwood boat-name plaques.May 18, 2026 · Ragged Island, Bahamas

PublishedMay 18, 2026

Duration15:17

Views12K

LocationRagged Island, Bahamas

Survival Mode at Sea + Monster Fish Caught | Day 2-3 (Ep-217)Forecast 22-knot winds hit 40 knots on the nose, forcing repeated tacks around unmarked Bahamian reefs.May 16, 2026 · Caribbean Sea

PublishedMay 16, 2026

Duration20:34

Views11K

LocationCaribbean Sea

Crossing the Gulf Stream & Fishing for Dinner | Day 1 (Ep-216)Gulf Stream crossing to Great Bahama Bank: adverse current cuts speed to 3 knots despite 12-knot wind.May 15, 2026 · Central Andros, Bahamas

PublishedMay 15, 2026

Duration26:40

Views17K

LocationCentral Andros, Bahamas

A 50 Knot Squall Hit Before We Even Left | Day 0 (Ep-215)A 52-knot squall struck at anchor in Key Biscayne before departure for Colombia via the Bahamas.May 14, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedMay 14, 2026

Duration20:20

Views16K

LocationPolk County, United States

Preparing Our Sailboat to Leave Civilisation Behind! Ep-214A Starlink Mini draws one-quarter the power of the standard dish — a key upgrade before a Pacific crossing.May 13, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedMay 13, 2026

Duration17:01

Views16K

LocationPolk County, United States

Stocking Our Boat Like We’ll Never See Land Again! Ep-213A crew provisions for a Pacific crossing by prioritizing known staples and vacuum-sealing dry goods against weevils.May 6, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedMay 6, 2026

Duration19:29

Views14K

LocationPolk County, United States

We TORE Up Our DECK to Install SYNTHETIC TEAK… Ep-212Escapade replaces worn-out teak with Permateek synthetic decking after screws surfaced through the planks.Apr 30, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedApr 30, 2026

Duration17:36

Views24K

LocationPolk County, United States

This Could’ve Brought Our Mast Down… So We Fixed It! Ep-21114-year-old standing rigging replaced DIY using Staloc fittings before a Pacific crossing.Apr 22, 2026 · Miami, United States

PublishedApr 22, 2026

Duration35:55

Views17K

LocationMiami, United States

Arriving in Miami by Sailboat! (At Night 🤯) Ep-210The crew performs DIY rigging and deck upgrades while transiting the ICW from West Palm Beach.Apr 15, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedApr 15, 2026

Duration18:51

Views16K

LocationPolk County, United States

BOAT UPGRADE - The Most Affordable High-Output Water-maker? (40 GPH) Ep-209A $4,000 SeaWater Pro unit produces 160 litres per hour, replacing a $10,000–$15,000 Desalinator before a Pacific crossing.Apr 8, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedApr 8, 2026

Duration20:32

Views39K

LocationPolk County, United States

New Mainsail, New Anchor Chain & Learning to Sew on a Sailrite! Ep-208Upgrading to stainless steel chain prevents locker pile-ups and eliminates rust, while radial-cut sails improve performance.Mar 11, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedMar 11, 2026

Duration19:21

Views21K

LocationPolk County, United States

DIY Boat Flooring Replacement (Start to Finish) Ep-208Replacing boat flooring requires precise templating and six to eight coats of varnish for high-traffic durability.Mar 5, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedMar 5, 2026

Duration28:49

Views23K

LocationPolk County, United States

We Opened a Can of Worms on Our Sailboat - DIY Saloon Rebuild! Ep-206A rotted nav table area on Escapade gets rebuilt using teak veneer marine ply cut at World Panel Products in Riviera Beach.Feb 25, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedFeb 25, 2026

Duration22:09

Views26K

LocationPolk County, United States

Life Aboard Isn’t Always Smooth Sailing! Ep-205A cat's corneal scratch forces a Vero Beach vet stop mid-ICW transit, costing $170 and a day's run south.Feb 12, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedFeb 12, 2026

Duration22:34

Views22K

LocationPolk County, United States

Stainless Steel Anchor Upgrade – Why We’re Making the Switch | EP 204The crew upgrades to a stainless steel Rockner MK2 anchor to improve chain handling and holding power.Jan 28, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedJan 28, 2026

Duration26:58

Views29K

LocationPolk County, United States

Giving Our Sailboat Some TLC | Deep Cleaning, Tweaks & Repairs! Ep-203Non-marine thread sold as UV-rated in Malta caused the bimini stitching to disintegrate in tropical conditions.Jan 21, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedJan 21, 2026

Duration21:07

Views20K

LocationPolk County, United States

A Hot Tub off the Back of a Sailboat (Yes, Really) Ep-202The crew installs a 110-volt Renogy inverter to run US appliances alongside their existing 220-volt Victron system.Jan 14, 2026 · Jacksonville, United States

PublishedJan 14, 2026

Duration23:26

Views16K

LocationJacksonville, United States

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT + We Almost Bought a Dismasted Sailboat! EP 201Janae and Jason pass on a $25,000 dismasted Jeanneau 49 DS to pursue a Pacific crossing instead.Jan 7, 2026 · Polk County, United States

PublishedJan 7, 2026

Duration20:13

Views21K

LocationPolk County, United States

LIVEABOARD ESSENTIALS: STUFF WE SWEAR BY ON OUR BOAT! EP-200Essential liveaboard gear includes space-saving collapsible kitchenware, vacuum sealers for provisions, and moisture-control solutions for boat interiors.Dec 17, 2025

PublishedDec 17, 2025

Duration18:41

Views12K

BOAT LIFE Just Got More FUN - This Thing FLIES Underwater! Ep-199The Sublue White Shark Navbow underwater scooter features three speed modes and a 40-meter depth rating.Dec 10, 2025 · Polk County, United States

PublishedDec 10, 2025

Duration14:00

Views27K

LocationPolk County, United States

LUXURY on the WATER: Inside Hammock Beach MARINA! Ep-198Sailing vessel Escapade utilizes the resort-style amenities and hurricane-rated slips at Hammock Beach Marina in Florida.Dec 3, 2025 · Polk County, United States

PublishedDec 3, 2025

Duration23:13

Views28K

LocationPolk County, United States

The Current Nearly Defeated Us… Ep-197A cruising couple navigates ICW bridge schedules and strong tidal currents while transiting toward Daytona, Florida.Nov 27, 2025 · Polk County, United States

PublishedNov 27, 2025

Duration25:40

Views20K

LocationPolk County, United States

Navigating Shallows With NO Depth Sounder 😬 Ep-196The crew of *Escapade* navigates shallow Florida ICW channels using only Navionics charts after their depth sounder fails.Nov 19, 2025 · Polk County, United States

PublishedNov 19, 2025

Duration23:54

Views19K

LocationPolk County, United States

First Time Up the ICW! | Big Comfort Upgrades on Escapade! Ep-195The crew of *Escapade* installs electric table legs and 3M Dual Lock fasteners to upgrade their catamaran interior.Nov 12, 2025 · Polk County, United States

PublishedNov 12, 2025

Duration16:54

Views21K

LocationPolk County, United States

SAILBOATS, SECRETS, AND SHENANIGANS – ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW 2025! Ep-194The crew of Leading the Escapade attended the 2025 Annapolis Boat Show for creator networking and events.Nov 5, 2025 · Annapolis, United States

PublishedNov 5, 2025

Duration14:40

Views18K

LocationAnnapolis, United States

Installing a MARINE AIR CONDITIONER From ALIBABA...GAME CHANGER or a BIG MISTAKE?! Ep 193A 12-volt, 12,000 BTU air conditioning system from Alibaba is installed on a sailboat to improve climate control.Oct 29, 2025 · Polk County, United States

PublishedOct 29, 2025

Duration19:45

Views45K

LocationPolk County, United States

Sailing Solo to Escape a Hurricane | Bahamas 🇧🇸 to the US 🇺🇸 EP-192Jason completes a solo passage from the Bahamas to Florida to outrun Hurricane Erin.Oct 22, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedOct 22, 2025

Duration20:28

Views12K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

She Left Me... and Now There's a Hurricane Coming!! Ep-191Jason performs a solo 24-hour passage from Marsh Harbour to Florida to evade an approaching Category 4 hurricane.Oct 8, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedOct 8, 2025

Duration21:37

Views16K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

Sailing to Treasure Cay 🌴 One of the World’s Top 10 Beaches! Ep-190The crew navigates shallow waters at Treasure Cay and visits the historic, hand-wound Elbow Reef Lighthouse.Oct 1, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedOct 1, 2025

Duration17:29

Views41K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

BOAT LIFE: We Ate the Wrong Fish in the Bahamas?! Ep-189Jason shows Ciguatera poisoning symptoms after eating a large speared hogfish at Green Turtle Cay.Sep 25, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedSep 25, 2025

Duration23:36

Views74K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

We Put Our New Lithium Batteries to the Ultimate Test! ⚡⛵ | Sailing Adventure Begins! EP-188A 640-amp-hour Dakota Lithium battery bank powers an induction cooktop and watermaker during coastal cruising in the Abacos.Sep 17, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedSep 17, 2025

Duration24:30

Views36K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

Life at Sea in the Abacos | Sailing, Snorkeling & Exploring - Ep 187The crew lost their drone in the Abacos after a mid-air malfunction caused it to crash into water.Aug 27, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedAug 27, 2025

Duration19:35

Views47K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

Sailing The Bahamas - Threading the Needle Through Shallow Coral Reefs! Ep-186The crew of *Leading the Escapade* navigates the shallow Yellow Bank and manages severe thunderstorms in the Abacos.Aug 14, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedAug 14, 2025

Duration18:28

Views54K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

Swimming with Sharks, Pigs & Pink Iguanas?! | Exumas Adventure! Ep-185Navigating Lumber Cay Cut requires constant steering adjustments to counter strong tidal currents and shallow sandbanks.Aug 6, 2025 · Black Point, Bahamas

PublishedAug 6, 2025

Duration19:52

Views32K

LocationBlack Point, Bahamas

TROUBLE IN PARADISE - Dinghy DISASTER in the REMOTE BAHAMAS! Ep-184A cruising couple repairs a failed outboard impeller by manually modifying an incompatible part in Georgetown, Bahamas.Jul 30, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedJul 30, 2025

Duration21:44

Views29K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

Like Sailing Through a Giant Swimming Pool – Bahamas Magic! Ep-183The crew navigates shallow, 0.1-meter depths while transiting from the Jumentos Keys to the southern Exumas.Jul 23, 2025

PublishedJul 23, 2025

Duration24:37

Views65K

Spearfishing, SHALLOW Cuts & BULL SHARK Encounter – SAILING the Jumentos Cays! Ep-182Navigating shallow, wind-against-current cuts in the Jumentos Cays requires constant visual monitoring to avoid breaking reefs.Jul 2, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedJul 2, 2025

Duration22:32

Views116K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

SAILING THE JUMENTOS CAYS – FRESH FISH, SHARKS & LIVING OFF THE LAND! Ep 181The crew stabilizes their boat in a rocky Bahamas anchorage by running a stern line to shore.Jun 25, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedJun 25, 2025

Duration18:55

Views64K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

Off-Grid Sailing the Bahamas – Spearfishing, Boat Life & Beach Bonfires! Ep-180The crew navigates the Ragged Island chain while troubleshooting a broken water maker and windlass clutch.Jun 18, 2025

PublishedJun 18, 2025

Duration25:35

Views289K

Diving with Sharks & Living Off the Ocean – No Rules in the Raggeds! Ep-179Cruisers navigate shallow channels and spearfish near Caribbean reef sharks while anchored off Little Ragged Island, Bahamas.Jun 11, 2025

PublishedJun 11, 2025

Duration21:08

Views85K

We Made It to the Bahamas… And Immediately Hit the Bottom 😳 Ep-178A 2-meter draft sailboat runs aground while navigating the shallow, poorly charted waters of the Ragged Islands.May 28, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedMay 28, 2025

Duration20:46

Views50K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

We're Finally SAILING to THE BAHAMAS! (It's Happening 🌊) Ep 177A crew completes a two-day passage to the Bahamas and pays $340 in total customs clearance fees.May 21, 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

PublishedMay 21, 2025

Duration20:36

Views53K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

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