Be The Captain

The ocean doesn’t care about theory, it cares about execution. I am James Evenson, a professional delivery captain, educator, and Navy Submarine Veteran (former Navigator, USS Nebraska SSBN 739). With 85,000 nautical miles logged, I teach the practical skills required for serious offshore passages. Be The Captain is an education platform for blue water sailors that focuses on the technical and ps…

Medellín, Colombia· Ιουλ 2026

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4 Men Sent to Die in 60-Foot Seas | The Finest Hours True Story11 Οκτ 2026

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Διάρκεια1:07:41

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25 People Abandoned an Unsinkable Ship. None Survived | The Joyita MysteryThe Joyita carried 25 people from Apia in 1955; none survived after abandoning an unsinkable hull.9 Σεπ 2026

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Διάρκεια48:33

Προβολές311K

31 Crew Sailed Into Hurricane Mitch. None Were Ever Found | The Tragic Story of SV FantomeHurricane Mitch's stalled, wandering track trapped SV Fantome's 31 crew with no navigable escape in 1998.21 Αυγ 2026

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Διάρκεια46:11

Προβολές536K

Declared Dead at Sea — Then They Came Back | The Rose-Noëlle StoryRose-Noëlle's 119-day survival drift began when a sea anchor trip line collapsed the parachute and left the trimaran beam-on.25 Ιουλ 2026

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Διάρκεια37:47

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My Final Video as Sailing ZingaroJames Evenson rebrands his channel to Be the Captain to focus on maritime disaster and survival analysis.16 Ιουλ 2026 · Medellín, Colombia

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Διάρκεια8:23

Προβολές72K

ΤοποθεσίαMedellín, Colombia

The Brutal Truth About Cruising on a Budget & Surviving Storms at SeaJames Evenson's 25%-first-year budget rule and storm tactics for heavy monohulls vs. catamarans.9 Ιουλ 2026

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Διάρκεια41:24

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🚩 RED FLAGS: How I Spot the Lemon Boats on Yacht World 🚩James Evenson flags a non-reefable Manta boom and praises the Hallberg-Rassy 53's split aft cabin as the offshore benchmark.6 Ιουλ 2026

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Διάρκεια39:19

Προβολές134K

How He Survived a Tropical Storm at SeaAttempting to motor upwind against a tropical storm in a poorly maintained vessel risks catastrophic failure.30 Ιουν 2026

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Διάρκεια21:12

Προβολές196K

He Did Everything Right. His Captain Still Blamed Him.A guide for aspiring crew on preparing for emergencies and vetting captains to avoid poor seamanship.20 Ιουν 2026

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Διάρκεια7:03

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He's Built 400 Boats. The Cheap Used Sailboats He'd Buy in 2026Kyle Jackney names Morgans, Bristols, Gulfstars, and early Tayanas as his top affordable cruising buys for 2026.17 Ιουν 2026

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Διάρκεια47:34

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The Factory Forgot a Part on This $2M Yacht (Blue Water 56, Part 2)A missing 24-volt windlass solenoid left hull nine of the Bluewater 56 unable to deploy its anchor at commissioning.12 Ιουν 2026

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Διάρκεια25:04

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The "Hidden" Problems of a New $2M Yacht (Blue Water 56 Commissioning)Adjusting inverter absorption voltage prevents lithium battery system overloads during high-load generator charging on new yachts.8 Ιουν 2026

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Διάρκεια24:27

Προβολές171K

Sailing in SEVENTY FOUR KnotsA prop shaft machined from a junkyard ingot in Bermuda, installed in under 48 hours before a storm.1 Ιουν 2026 · Prickly Bay, Grenada

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Διάρκεια2:35:38

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ΤοποθεσίαPrickly Bay, Grenada

This sailing technique saved my butt (Why does nobody teach this?)Bungee cords rigged to a steering wheel kept a catamaran on course for 18 days after the autopilot failed mid-Pacific.24 Μαΐ 2026 · South Pacific Ocean

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Διάρκεια24:23

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ΤοποθεσίαSouth Pacific Ocean

How to Price a Sailboat: The Step-By-Step Audit YOU Can DoA lifespan-based audit method prices every boat system and adds a 15–20% hassle tax for deferred maintenance.8 Μαΐ 2026

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Διάρκεια12:56

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30 Seconds. That's What a Lithium Fire Gives You.A lithium battery fire aboard Theros killed two sailors who had no EPIRB, no float plan, and no satellite communicator.10 Απρ 2026

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Διάρκεια19:50

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Be The Captain — Chapter One: Think Like a Captain (Audiobook)Offshore command requires decisive leadership, constant vessel maintenance, and a mindset of adaptability during equipment failure.2 Απρ 2026

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Διάρκεια11:07

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The Night I Almost Lost the Keel (and Why I Quit Deliveries)Grid-to-hull bond failure on a Beneteau First 47.7 nearly caused keel loss 90 miles offshore at night.29 Μαρ 2026 · Caribbean Sea, south of Haiti

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Διάρκεια22:18

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ΤοποθεσίαCaribbean Sea, south of Haiti

Mastering the Offshore App (PredictWind Masterclass 5/5)Manage offshore bandwidth by downloading selective, high-resolution GRIBs and prioritizing GMDSS and AIS data for efficiency.10 Μαρ 2026

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Διάρκεια7:08

Προβολές6K

Using AIS offshore (PredictWind Masterclass 4/5)Satellite AIS provides long-range strategic traffic awareness to supplement short-range VHF collision avoidance systems offshore.4 Μαρ 2026

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Διάρκεια7:50

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Power Routing for Comfort (PredictWind Masterclass 3/5)Analyze wave period and vertical acceleration in PredictWind to minimize structural loading and fatigue while motoring offshore.4 Μαρ 2026

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Διάρκεια6:40

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Weather Routing for Offshore Sailors (PredictWind Masterclass 2/5)Use PredictWind graphs and comfort metrics to manage crew fatigue rather than just optimizing for speed.4 Μαρ 2026

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Διάρκεια10:29

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Deciphering Weather Apps (PredictWind Masterclass 1/5)Configure PredictWind with accurate polars and a Data Hub to transform weather forecasts into actionable decision support.2 Μαρ 2026

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Διάρκεια12:43

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Nigel Calder: The Truth About Philosophy, Gunboats, and Marine EngineeringNigel Calder explains why a Cuban gunboat arrest led to the 1995 Cuba cruising guide.25 Φεβ 2026

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Διάρκεια1:21:53

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The Hidden Reason This Sunken Schooner Is Priced at $100,000A sunken 1910 Herreshoff schooner in Osaka lists for $100,000 — the price is a filter, not a valuation.13 Φεβ 2026

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Διάρκεια8:35

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Pegasus 50: A Modern Offshore Sailboat Done RightThe Pegasus 50 features a 13-ton displacement and a gimbaling salon table designed for long-term offshore cruising.8 Φεβ 2026 · Cannes Yachting Festival, France

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Διάρκεια29:38

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ΤοποθεσίαCannes Yachting Festival, France

They Built This Boat Too WellThe Little Harbor 59 uses integrated, low-center-of-gravity ballast to provide superior motion dampening for offshore cruising.1 Φεβ 2026

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Διάρκεια9:59

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My Honest Advice for New Sailors (It’s Not What You Think)A water-damaged Kalik 33 on a tight budget risks killing a young sailor's circumnavigation dream before it starts.26 Ιαν 2026

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Διάρκεια12:10

Προβολές176K

I Didn’t Expect This… Sirius Might Be the Smartest Sailboat I’ve TouredThe Sirius 35 features a dedicated walk-in workshop and a raised interior helm station for offshore cruising.7 Ιαν 2026

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Διάρκεια33:31

Προβολές266K

The Preventer Mistake That Killed Two SailorsA CNB 66's in-boom furling system forced a head-to-wind reef in Gulf Stream storm seas, killing two sailors.22 Δεκ 2025

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Διάρκεια15:08

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Become a Better Offshore SailorUse the physiological sigh and manual navigation drills to maintain calm and control during offshore emergencies.28 Νοε 2025

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Διάρκεια13:24

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Every Boat Has a Story… You’re Not Gonna Believe This OneA new MCP 68 sailed 6,000 miles upwind from Brazil to France on its maiden voyage.21 Νοε 2025

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Διάρκεια14:59

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I crashed my boat into the rocks. Here's the story.James Evenson grounded his Oyster Marine 485 near Nassau and kedged off using 250 feet of chain, no engine.5 Νοε 2025

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I Never Thought I’d Be Signing 4,000 Books…James Evenson manages the fulfillment and shipping of 4,000 hand-numbered, leather-bound books for his sailing audience.28 Σεπ 2025

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Διάρκεια11:00

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Full Tour of the Bluewater 56 | Kevlar Offshore YachtThe Blue Water 56 hull alternates aramid fiber (Kevlar) every other layer through 16–24 total plies.16 Σεπ 2025 · Mallorca

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Διάρκεια1:21:08

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ΤοποθεσίαMallorca

Captain's Log: Atlantic Crossing (Day 1) (Patron-only)James Evenson departs Bermuda for the Azores aboard Equus, adding a new crew member mid-departure.3 Σεπ 2025

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My Pick for the BEST Offshore Boat at $80KThe Valiant 40 and Corbin 39 are robust offshore options for sailors with an $80,000 budget.27 Ιουν 2025

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Διάρκεια27:09

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Which Rig Is BEST for Bluewater Sailing?Masthead rigs offer superior offshore reliability and downwind versatility compared to the performance-oriented, tunable fractional rig.20 Ιουν 2025

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Διάρκεια17:26

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Good boats. Bad boats. Offshore nightmares.Evaluating used sailboats for offshore capability requires inspecting for structural red flags and verifying the age of critical systems.14 Ιουν 2025

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Διάρκεια19:02

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The Problem With Dual Rudders Nobody Talks AboutWide-transom sailboats with dual rudders suffer from dynamic weather helm caused by shifting centers of lateral resistance.7 Ιουν 2025

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Διάρκεια12:29

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Sneak Preview "Be The Captain"James Evenson details offshore sailing skills, emergency preparedness, and captaincy in his book, Be The Captain.3 Ιουν 2025

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Διάρκεια13:45

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Near-Death At Sea: What I LearnedA catamaran’s structural failure during a Pacific storm highlights the importance of proper sea anchor sizing.30 Μαΐ 2025

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Διάρκεια17:22

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My Catamaran Split in Half 100 Miles Offshore. Here’s How We Survived.A catamaran crew used Dyneema and plastic tubing to lash a failing hull together 100 miles offshore.23 Μαΐ 2025

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Διάρκεια21:59

Προβολές1.4M

The SECRET to DEALS on BOATSUse AI tools to perform comparative analysis and deep research on specific sailboat models like the Valiant 42.17 Μαΐ 2025

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Διάρκεια17:59

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The ONE Question That Changes Everything About Buying a BoatMatch your boat choice to your specific cruising archetype, whether you are a voyager, islander, or nailer.11 Μαΐ 2025

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Atlantic Crossing Guide: Offshore Weather Routing 102Use PredictWind to analyze swell patterns and avoid the Azorian High when planning an Atlantic crossing.7 Μαΐ 2025

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Διάρκεια40:28

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My Book Launch Sold Out in 24 Hours!James Evenson's 500-copy signed sailing book sold out its founding edition in 24 hours.28 Απρ 2025

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Διάρκεια3:12

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Offshore Weather Routing 101: The Skills That Save LivesPredictWind and Windy provide AI-driven weather routing to help sailors plan safer passages and avoid hazardous waves.27 Απρ 2025

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Διάρκεια28:36

Προβολές1.4M

The Worst Advice for Offshore Sailors — And What I Wish I KnewPrioritize structural integrity and seamanship over lifestyle features when selecting a boat for offshore passages.19 Απρ 2025

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Διάρκεια15:27

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12 KILLER Deals on Offshore Sailboats (The Boat Market Is CRAZY Right Now!)The list features 12 offshore sailboats including a 1999 Outremer 38-43 catamaran priced at $120,000.10 Απρ 2025

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Διάρκεια15:38

Προβολές193K

The WORST Listings I’ve Ever Seen (15 MASSIVE Sailboat Red Flags)Inspect chain plates and deck hardware for leaks to avoid costly structural repairs on older sailboats.26 Μαρ 2025

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Διάρκεια29:40

Προβολές432K

Best Bluewater Sailboat (& Catamaran!) Under $300KThe Allures 44, Oyster 485, and Catana 43 Ocean offer proven offshore performance for under $300,000.22 Φεβ 2025

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Διάρκεια34:28

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Do You REALLY Need a Captain’s License? (The Truth)U.S. Coast Guard licenses are mandatory for commercial work, while RYA certifications offer international recognition for sailors.16 Φεβ 2025

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Διάρκεια14:08

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The TRUTH About Bluewater Boats (You Might Not Like This…)A keel-stepped mast and skeg-hung rudder are essential structural requirements for safe, long-distance bluewater ocean passages.5 Φεβ 2025

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Διάρκεια31:21

Προβολές188K

PERFECT Bluewater Cruising SailboatThe Najad 441 features a cutter rig, cable steering, and a Divinycell-cored hull for offshore reliability.1 Φεβ 2025

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Διάρκεια9:48

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BEST Bluewater Sailboats Under $125KFifteen heavy-displacement bluewater cruisers under $125,000 are evaluated for their offshore durability and ocean-crossing capabilities.18 Ιαν 2025

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Διάρκεια13:52

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How to Heave To on a SailboatHeaving to on a Beneteau 47.7 requires balancing the mainsail and jib to maintain a stable heading.12 Ιαν 2025

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Διάρκεια13:12

Προβολές183K

BEST Bluewater Boats Under $50kTen bluewater sailboats under $50,000 include the Cal 40, Valiant 40, Tayana 37, and Hallberg-Rassy 35.5 Ιαν 2025

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Διάρκεια13:39

Προβολές325K

WORST Sailboats to Buy in 2025Avoid offshore cruising in models like the Morgan Out Island 41 or the Hunter 37 Legend.1 Ιαν 2025

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Διάρκεια11:47

Προβολές249K

FULL TOUR: Farr 56 Bluewater SailboatA 2004 Farr 56 pilot house sailboat features extensive hydraulic systems, dual watertight bulkheads, and a workshop conversion.1 Δεκ 2024

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Διάρκεια27:35

Προβολές149K

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