Vie d'écume

Captain and author, I live aboard CORAIL, a 1991 Bénéteau Océanis 440. Here, I share my sailing adventures unfiltered: Atlantic crossings, life on board in the Caribbean, stops in the Bahamas, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and the return trip to France. No scripts, no staging—just real life at sea, the struggles, the repairs, dream anchorages, and the people met along the way. I left overdrawn, with no …

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Goodbye CORAIL !!!The 11-meter sailboat CORAIL completes a final coastal transit to La Seyne-sur-Mer under challenging wind conditions.Sep 12, 2026 · La Seyne-sur-Mer, France

PublishedSep 12, 2026

Duration40:34

Views5K

LocationLa Seyne-sur-Mer, France

The FUTURE of Vie d'écume and mineChristophe of *Vie d’écume* discusses his future career transition to equestrian work and his recent anchoring collision.Aug 29, 2026 · Hyères, France

PublishedAug 29, 2026

Duration33:34

Views3K

LocationHyères, France

We talk about BUYING a sailboat while heading back to the ANCHORAGEAug 15, 2026

PublishedAug 15, 2026

Duration47:48

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La fin du voyage j'arrive à ToulonAug 8, 2026

PublishedAug 8, 2026

Duration41:28

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Plans have changed, we're doing the Spanish coast, Toulon will have to waitA sailor repairs a chafed engine cooling hose with self-fusing silicone tape while coastal hopping near Almeria.Aug 8, 2026 · Montilla, Spain

PublishedAug 8, 2026

Duration38:31

Views1K

LocationMontilla, Spain

Watch out for the orcas of Gibraltar, I'm staying on guardA solo sailor performs an emergency maneuver in the Strait of Gibraltar after misidentifying dolphins as orcas.Aug 2, 2026 · Détroit de Gibraltar

PublishedAug 2, 2026

Duration44:44

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LocationDétroit de Gibraltar

Compromis et adaptabilité, mais où est le vent annoncéJul 28, 2026

PublishedJul 28, 2026

Duration41:36

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Où sont les baleines, départ de Horta. Direction Gibraltar 1/3Jul 19, 2026

PublishedJul 19, 2026

Duration39:43

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Visite de Horta, escale incontournable aux Açores pour une première Trasat retour.Jul 7, 2026

PublishedJul 7, 2026

Duration30:41

Views736

Faial à l'horizon, Dernier épisode de cette transat retour en solitataireJun 25, 2026

PublishedJun 25, 2026

Duration36:25

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Coup de vent au millieu de l'Atlantique, en musiqueJun 23, 2026

PublishedJun 23, 2026

Duration35:53

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Finally heading East, cloud barrier and sailboat BobJun 23, 2026

PublishedJun 23, 2026

Duration43:12

Views730

Cargot surprise, point de vue et spi. Transat retour ep.3Jun 19, 2026

PublishedJun 19, 2026

Duration43:58

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Les caprices du vent, je veux dormir. Transat retour ep.2Jun 18, 2026

PublishedJun 18, 2026

Duration39:40

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Départ en solitaire pour la transat retour, les 24 premières heures d'une aventure unique.Jun 18, 2026

PublishedJun 18, 2026

Duration31:02

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Working at the top of the mast, Titouan vlogging at a height of 20 meters 😨A crew member climbs a 20-meter mast to replace a damaged shackle and pin on a halyard.May 28, 2026 · Simpson Bay Lagoon, Saint Martin

PublishedMay 28, 2026

Duration9:42

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LocationSimpson Bay Lagoon, Saint Martin

Retour en eau libre, je test mon génois ⛵😁👍May 27, 2026

PublishedMay 27, 2026

Duration31:03

Views863

FKG a fait du super boulot, nouveau groupe froid, mais j'ai été arnaqué sur le génoisMay 25, 2026

PublishedMay 25, 2026

Duration36:17

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DRAMA in the middle of the transatlantic return, when the ocean shows you that you are nothingA loose FACNOR LS 200 furler pin tears the genoa and forces a mid-Atlantic U-turn to Saint-Martin.May 24, 2026 · Atlantic Ocean

PublishedMay 24, 2026

Duration36:20

Views5K

LocationAtlantic Ocean

Transatlantic return from the BVI to the Azores, departure in real conditions — The first 24 hoursA Beneteau Oceanis 440 struggles to maintain a direct course to the Azores against persistent easterly winds.May 17, 2026 · Saint-Martin, Caribbean

PublishedMay 17, 2026

Duration27:27

Views1K

LocationSaint-Martin, Caribbean

Transatlantic return from the Antilles to France by sailboat — Stopover in the BVI before the big departureOutdated BVI charts hide breaking rocks that Navionics marks only as a single dot.May 14, 2026 · Saint-Martin

PublishedMay 14, 2026

Duration25:15

Views2K

LocationSaint-Martin

Navigation serrée sur le lagon de St Martin, vent en rafales et très peu d'eau sous la quille 😨😨May 14, 2026

PublishedMay 14, 2026

Duration34:28

Views991

How I prepare my weather and routing for an Atlantic crossingA sailor uses Windy, FastSea, and OpenCPN to plan an Atlantic crossing route via satellite data.May 10, 2026 · Marigot

PublishedMay 10, 2026

Duration13:58

Views793

LocationMarigot

Saint Martin — Last stopover in the Antilles before the transatlantic returnA 40-knot headwind forecast closes a departure window, delaying Corail's transatlantic return from Saint-Martin to Toulon.May 6, 2026 · Saint-Martin

PublishedMay 6, 2026

Duration36:38

Views766

LocationSaint-Martin

Stopover in Saint Barthélemy by sailboat — Gustavia anchorageA solo sailor navigates a 150-mile Caribbean passage, managing close-quarters traffic and preparing for heavy weather.May 3, 2026 · Gustavia, Saint-Barthélemy

PublishedMay 3, 2026

Duration21:07

Views474

LocationGustavia, Saint-Barthélemy

Crossing from Guadeloupe to Antigua by sailboat — Full throttle with CORAIL!Solo Guadeloupe-to-Antigua passage reaches 8 knots, then threads 2.8-metre reef shallows under sail.Apr 26, 2026 · Guadeloupe

PublishedApr 26, 2026

Duration32:23

Views1K

LocationGuadeloupe

Snorkeling at the Cousteau Reserve — Underwater paradise in GuadeloupeInconsistent winds and high traffic in the Réserve Cousteau require frequent monitoring of anchor position and clearance.Apr 19, 2026 · Guadeloupe

PublishedApr 19, 2026

Duration27:58

Views858

LocationGuadeloupe

The most beautiful anchorages in Guadeloupe — Heading to the Cousteau ReserveA solo sailor cruises Guadeloupe, demonstrating hull cleaning, anchor swing management, and light-wind sailing techniques.Apr 12, 2026 · Guadeloupe

PublishedApr 12, 2026

Duration28:33

Views605

LocationGuadeloupe

Solo sailing — Anchoring in a deserted coveA solo sailor navigates gusty coastal winds and fishing nets while relocating a Beneteau Oceanis 440.Apr 5, 2026 · Guadeloupe

PublishedApr 5, 2026

Duration24:02

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LocationGuadeloupe

The crew's departure — Continuing soloA solo skipper reflects on the sudden departure of his crew and the importance of clear communication.Apr 1, 2026 · Guadeloupe

PublishedApr 1, 2026

Duration36:18

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LocationGuadeloupe

Wild anchorage at Rivière Sens and hiking LA SOUFRIÈRE - GuadeloupeCrew-training sail to Rivière Sens reveals a heavily rolling anchorage with privately owned mooring buoys and 25-knot overnight gusts.Mar 29, 2026 · Guadeloupe

PublishedMar 29, 2026

Duration27:19

Views546

LocationGuadeloupe

Les Saintes on foot — Terre-de-Haut, the most peaceful village in the West IndiesCorail anchors at 8 meters over sand in Les Saintes with 35-plus meters of chain in 25-knot winds.Mar 22, 2026 · Terre-de-Bas, France

PublishedMar 22, 2026

Duration22:59

Views801

LocationTerre-de-Bas, France

First night sail together on a sailboat — Martinique → Les Saintes, Guadeloupe.Martinique to Les Saintes overnight: 22-knot squall, six hours motoring, and no mobile network at anchor.Mar 15, 2026 · Grande

PublishedMar 15, 2026

Duration12:55

Views3K

LocationGrande

Saint-Pierre, Martinique — Dream stopover before the big departure by sailboatSaint-Pierre, Martinique, offers historical ruins and a protected anchorage, while nearby Anse Couleuvre requires hiking access.Mar 8, 2026 · Saint-Pierre, Martinique

PublishedMar 8, 2026

Duration17:38

Views550

LocationSaint-Pierre, Martinique

Provisioning and departure by sailboat — CORAIL heads back to FranceA Beneteau Oceanis 440 crew manages provisioning, watermaker failures, and anchorage etiquette during a Martinique coastal passage.Mar 1, 2026 · Fort-de-France, Martinique

PublishedMar 1, 2026

Duration15:50

Views1K

LocationFort-de-France, Martinique

18 - DIY and maintenance before departure.Routine maintenance on a Beneteau Oceanis 440 includes servicing deck pulleys, water filtration, and engine cooling systems.Feb 22, 2026 · Schoenscher, Lansgourau

PublishedFeb 22, 2026

Duration24:02

Views743

LocationSchoenscher, Lansgourau

17 - Wet navigation 🌦️, Le Marin to Fort-de-FranceA Beneteau Oceanis 440 navigates coastal Martinique under yellow weather alerts for rain and gusty winds.Feb 15, 2026 · Martinique, France

PublishedFeb 15, 2026

Duration24:19

Views1K

LocationMartinique, France

16 - Stopover in Le Marin, Martinique.A sailor sources marine supplies in Le Marin, Martinique, while replacing a damaged dinghy and repairing antenna connections.Feb 12, 2026 · Martinique, France

PublishedFeb 12, 2026

Duration25:03

Views711

LocationMartinique, France

15 - RELAXING outing with new crew members, it feels good!A Beneteau Oceanis 440 performs a shakedown sail in Martinique while managing windlass and cockpit table repairs.Jan 22, 2026 · L'Anse à l'Âne, Martinique

PublishedJan 22, 2026

Duration15:08

Views689

LocationL'Anse à l'Âne, Martinique

14 - CORAIL's next adventure, the return transatlantic crossingA 1991 Beneteau Oceanis 440 plans a Martinique-to-Toulon return transatlantic, departing mid-February via the Azores and Gibraltar.Jan 1, 2026 · Le Lamentin, France

PublishedJan 1, 2026

Duration22:30

Views1K

LocationLe Lamentin, France

13 - Pleasure of sailing, round trip to Anse à l'Âne ⛵A Beneteau Oceanis 440 tests reefing configurations and upwind performance during a coastal transit in Martinique.Nov 30, 2025 · Le Lamentin, France

PublishedNov 30, 2025

Duration31:13

Views561

LocationLe Lamentin, France

At the finish village of the TRANSA Café l'Or in Martinique, it's COOL!The Transat Café L'Or finish village in Fort-de-France hosts racing yachts including *Sodebo* and *WeWise*.Nov 16, 2025 · Martinique, France

PublishedNov 16, 2025

Duration24:11

Views374

LocationMartinique, France

11 Prendre des équipiers à bord, casse tête ou plaisir ?Nov 9, 2025

PublishedNov 9, 2025

Duration30:58

Views518

10 - The true guide to crewing on sailboats around the worldProspective crew should prepare a nautical CV and verify their availability before seeking passage on sailboats.Nov 2, 2025 · Baie-Mahault, France

PublishedNov 2, 2025

Duration33:02

Views639

LocationBaie-Mahault, France

09 - Return to Martinique ⛵ with a daytime passage close to Montserrat 🌋A solo sailor transits from Saint-Martin to Martinique, navigating near the volcanic exclusion zones of Montserrat.Oct 12, 2025 · Rambaud, France

PublishedOct 12, 2025

Duration30:37

Views524

LocationRambaud, France

08 - Single-handed - heading to St. MartinA solo sailor transits from Martinique to Saint-Martin to reset a vessel's 300-day customs residency limit.Oct 5, 2025 · Le Lamentin, France

PublishedOct 5, 2025

Duration35:34

Views862

LocationLe Lamentin, France

Ep. 292 - 2. Sailing with Corail until the last ray of light 🌊🎶A chanson tribute to sailor Yann and his boat Corail, with no navigation content in the available video.Sep 25, 2025

PublishedSep 25, 2025

Duration2:30

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07 Arrival of the yoles 🎥from Corail, it’s madness 😍A sailor navigates a crowded anchorage in Fort-de-France to film the Tour des Yoles race.Aug 10, 2025 · Martinique, France

PublishedAug 10, 2025

Duration18:44

Views272

LocationMartinique, France

06 Lazy bag and gift trifles for CorailThe owner of the sailboat *Corail* installs a custom lazy bag and replaces a cracked deck hatch.Aug 3, 2025 · Le Lamentin, France

PublishedAug 3, 2025

Duration29:53

Views695

LocationLe Lamentin, France

05 - I'm giving Corail a new anchor chain and I'm happy 🤣🤣Christophe replaces a rusted anchor chain on Corail with 45 meters of new galvanized steel chain.Jun 1, 2025 · Fort-de-France, France

PublishedJun 1, 2025

Duration14:55

Views1K

LocationFort-de-France, France

04 - Impromptu Easter sailingThe owner of an Océanis 440 performs maintenance on the autopilot and windlass while sailing in Martinique.Apr 21, 2025 · Le Lamentin, France

PublishedApr 21, 2025

Duration28:52

Views1K

LocationLe Lamentin, France

03 - Changing the exhaust elbow + LazybagApr 6, 2025

PublishedApr 6, 2025

Duration33:48

Views888

02 - Cleaning products, but 2 boats drag anchorCorobril and oxalic acid effectively remove rust stains from deck surfaces and lifelines on a cruising sailboat.Mar 30, 2025 · Le Lamentin, France

PublishedMar 30, 2025

Duration26:05

Views1K

LocationLe Lamentin, France

01 - Impromptu sailing and tips for managing your budgetA 44-foot sailboat owner recommends budgeting monthly maintenance costs based on the vessel's length in euros.Feb 16, 2025 · Martinique, France

PublishedFeb 16, 2025

Duration27:31

Views1K

LocationMartinique, France

20 It's the end of a wonderful adventureA sailor in Fort-de-France, Martinique, performs deck maintenance and prepares his sailboat for sale.Feb 9, 2025 · Fort-de-France, France

PublishedFeb 9, 2025

Duration27:02

Views2K

LocationFort-de-France, France

19 Sailing to Fort-de-France, MartiniqueA crew sails from Saint-Martin to Fort-de-France, Martinique, battling heavy upwind conditions and a jammed genoa furler.Jan 26, 2025 · Rambaud, France

PublishedJan 26, 2025

Duration23:43

Views2K

LocationRambaud, France

18 Stopover in Saint Martin, 5 days to take care of CORAILThe crew of CORAIL repairs salt-corroded electrical connections and cleans the interior after a rough Atlantic passage.Jan 19, 2025 · Rambaud, France

PublishedJan 19, 2025

Duration28:37

Views1K

LocationRambaud, France

17 Quite a challenge part 2, the return of calm or almostThe sailboat Corail sustains rigging and sail damage while navigating heavy Atlantic swells toward Saint-Martin.Jan 12, 2025 · Océan Atlantique Nord

PublishedJan 12, 2025

Duration39:30

Views2K

LocationOcéan Atlantique Nord

16 Quite a challenge, part 1 of our north-south transatlantic crossingA crew navigates the Gulf Stream from Halifax to Saint-Martin while managing heavy weather and engine fuel.Jan 5, 2025 · Océan Atlantique Nord

PublishedJan 5, 2025

Duration36:09

Views2K

LocationOcéan Atlantique Nord

Sailing to Halifax with a new crewThe 40-foot sailboat Corail completes a 25-hour passage from Port Hawkesbury to Halifax, Nova Scotia.Dec 29, 2024 · Nine Mile River, Canada

PublishedDec 29, 2024

Duration35:28

Views1K

LocationNine Mile River, Canada

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