Sailing Mirage

Welcome to Sailing Mirage – Adventures Under Sail! Join me, Vlad, as I sail the Caribbean and beyond aboard my Amel 50, "Mirage". This channel captures the magic of life at sea, the freedom of the open ocean, and the raw beauty of remote destinations - all through the lens of a sailor chasing a lifelong dream. It's all about sailing, music, meeting wonderful people and enjoying life.

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Solo Sailing from Block Island, RI to Solomons, Maryland | 400 NM via New York & Cape MayVlad sails the Mirage 400 nautical miles solo from Block Island to Solomons, Maryland, via New Jersey.8 Oct 2026 · Cape May, United States

Published8 Oct 2026

Duration19:16

Views4K

LocationCape May, United States

Solo Sailing to Three Incredible East Coast Islands | Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard & Block IslandThe Mirage navigates coastal currents and wind shifts while visiting Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, and Block Island.27 Sept 2026 · Nantucket, United States

Published27 Sept 2026

Duration22:41

Views7K

LocationNantucket, United States

Solo Sailing - Nova Scotia to Portland, Maine | Fog, 35-Knot Squalls & 190 NM of Fast SailingA solo sailor completes a 190-nautical-mile passage from Yarmouth to Portland, Maine, despite fog and 35-knot squalls.16 Sept 2026 · Mud Island, Canada

Published16 Sept 2026

Duration21:48

Views7K

LocationMud Island, Canada

I Sailed Solo from Cape Cod, MA to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada - 240 NM Into Fog & Giant TidesA solo sailor navigates 240 nautical miles from Cape Cod to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, through dense fog.5 Sept 2026 · Yarmouth, Canada

Published5 Sept 2026

Duration29:16

Views5K

LocationYarmouth, Canada

From New York, NY to Cape Cod, MA | Flying 200 NM downwind at 9–10 Knots.Amel 50 Mirage runs 190 miles from New York to Cape Cod in 24 hours at 9–10 knots.28 Aug 2026 · Yarmouth, United States

Published28 Aug 2026

Duration9:04

Views3K

LocationYarmouth, United States

Sailing Through New York City | Manhattan, East River & Hell GateMirage times the flood tide at 08:30 to run Hell Gate and the East River without incident.21 Aug 2026 · New York, United States

Published21 Aug 2026

Duration8:32

Views3K

LocationNew York, United States

Solo Sailing from Annapolis, Maryland to New York City | Chesapeake to ManhattanA solo sailor navigates the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal and the Atlantic coast toward New York City.14 Aug 2026 · Cecil County, United States

Published14 Aug 2026

Duration16:01

Views4K

LocationCecil County, United States

Preparing Mirage: Boat Repairs, Upgrades & a Chesapeake Bay Test Sail to Hooper IslandThe owner of Mirage performs extensive system upgrades, including a watermaker control board replacement and windlass repair.7 Aug 2026 · Dorchester County, United States

Published7 Aug 2026

Duration21:17

Views5K

LocationDorchester County, United States

"Tales from the Sea" – Volume 3 (Tales of the Present) | My Third Album by SY Mirage.Vlad's Amel 50 Mirage sails Puerto Rico to Annapolis across three original song albums.29 Jul 2026 · Turks and Caicos

Published29 Jul 2026

Duration34:53

Views520

LocationTurks and Caicos

The Final 80 Miles: An Overnight Sail Home to the Chesapeake Bay. From Norfolk to Solomons, MD.Vlad completes a transatlantic voyage from La Rochelle to Solomons, Maryland, aboard his boat, Mirage.22 Jul 2026 · Saint Mary's County, United States

Published22 Jul 2026

Duration11:36

Views2K

LocationSaint Mary's County, United States

Rounding Cape Hatteras at Night - Fast Sailing Through the Graveyard of the Atlantic in 25+ knot windsVlad sails the Mirage around Cape Hatteras, navigating the Graveyard of the Atlantic to reach Norfolk, Virginia.15 Jul 2026 · Carteret County, United States

Published15 Jul 2026

Duration28:30

Views2K

LocationCarteret County, United States

When things go wrong. Broken Rigging in the Gulf Stream - 450 NM from Florida to MoreHead City, NCA broken mainsail clew attachment was repaired at sea using soft shackles and secondary safety lines.8 Jul 2026 · Gulf Stream, off the coast of the Southeastern United States

Published8 Jul 2026

Duration18:45

Views2K

LocationGulf Stream, off the coast of the Southeastern United States

Full Moon Overnight Sail from Fort Pierce to Ponce de Leon Inlet | Downwind Sailing Florida Coast.An Amel 50 completes an overnight coastal passage from Fort Pierce to Ponce de Leon Inlet, Florida.2 Jul 2026 · Volusia County, United States

Published2 Jul 2026

Duration9:33

Views1K

LocationVolusia County, United States

Crossing the Gulf Stream: Sailing from West End, Bahamas to Fort Pierce, Florida on "Mirage"An 85-mile Gulf Stream crossing from West End to Fort Pierce in 14 hours on an Amel 50.17 Jun 2026 · West Grand Bahama, Bahamas

Published17 Jun 2026

Duration22:26

Views2K

LocationWest Grand Bahama, Bahamas

Fast Sail to West End, Grand Bahamas From Mangrove Cay | Last Stop Before Crossing the Gulf StreamEasterly wind shift removes the north component before a Gulf Stream crossing from West End, Grand Bahama.10 Jun 2026 · West Grand Bahama, Bahamas

Published10 Jun 2026

Duration13:15

Views1K

LocationWest Grand Bahama, Bahamas

My Best Sailing Day in the Bahamas | Downwind Across Little Bahama Bank to Mangrove Cay, Grand BahamaCharted 3.5-meter anchorage proved only 2.2 meters deep; a neighboring boat touched bottom first.3 Jun 2026 · New Providence, Bahamas

Published3 Jun 2026

Duration15:20

Views2K

LocationNew Providence, Bahamas

Am I doing something really really stupid? | From Lanyard Cay to Green Turtle Cay, Abacos, Bahamas.A solo sailor calls fishing boats on VHF for a Whale Cut conditions report before committing to the Bahamas' most dangerous passage.27 May 2026 · Central Abaco, Bahamas

Published27 May 2026

Duration17:56

Views3K

LocationCentral Abaco, Bahamas

From Royal Island, Eleuthera to Lynyard Cay, Abacos | Solo Sailing Bahamas — Fast Code 0 Adventure.A solo sailor navigates the Bahamas using a Code 0 headsail while managing hull fouling and currents.20 May 2026 · North Eleuthera, Bahamas

Published20 May 2026

Duration20:12

Views2K

LocationNorth Eleuthera, Bahamas

Life Aboard "Mirage" As A Solo Sailor | A Perfect Day at Anchor in Spanish Wells, BahamasA solo sailor's full day aboard an Amel 50 at anchor in Spanish Wells, Bahamas.13 May 2026 · Spanish Wells, Bahamas

Published13 May 2026

Duration24:13

Views4K

LocationSpanish Wells, Bahamas

From Great Guana Cay, Exumas to Cape Eleuthera, Eleuthera Island. Fast sailing and my new hobby!An Amel 50 navigates a 42-mile passage from the Exumas to Cape Eleuthera against strong adverse currents.6 May 2026 · Exuma, Bahamas

Published6 May 2026

Duration13:36

Views2K

LocationExuma, Bahamas

Georgetown to Great Guana Cay, Bahamas, 55nm | Solo Sailing the Exumas in 30 Knots29 Apr 2026 · Exuma, Bahamas

Published29 Apr 2026

Duration19:40

Views3K

LocationExuma, Bahamas

Ella is back - our Happy Days in the Exumas - Full-Time Cruising, ATV Ride, Fishing, and Sunset SailThe crew of an Amel 50 catches and prepares a Wahoo while cruising through the Exumas.22 Apr 2026 · Exumas, Bahamas

Published22 Apr 2026

Duration9:20

Views2K

LocationExumas, Bahamas

"Tales from the Sea" – Volume 2 (Tales of the Future) Presenting My Second Music Album by SY MirageThis video contains lyrics and poetry for a music album and provides no sailing-related information.9 Apr 2026

Published9 Apr 2026

Duration31:29

Views387

From Windsurfer to Solo Sailor | 50 Miles in 30 Knots Across the Bahamas - Cat Island to Georgetown.Solo Amel 50 completes 50 miles from Cat Island to Georgetown in 6 hours 15 minutes in 30 knots.1 Apr 2026 · Cat Island, Bahamas

Published1 Apr 2026

Duration24:52

Views3K

LocationCat Island, Bahamas

From Rum Cay to Cat Island, Bahamas on Mirage | Solo Sailing 70 Miles, Big Waves and Fast CruisingA solo sailor completes a 67-mile Bahamas passage in an Amel 50, navigating 7-meter swells comfortably.25 Mar 2026 · Cat Island, Bahamas

Published25 Mar 2026

Duration11:51

Views3K

LocationCat Island, Bahamas

"Tales from the Sea" – Volume 1 (Tales of the Past) | Presenting My First Music Album by SY MirageVlad releases Mirage's first sea-ballad album, "Tales from the Sea" Volume 1.18 Mar 2026

Published18 Mar 2026

Duration23:22

Views500

Beautiful Solo Sailing Alone to Columbus’ First Islands | Exumas to Conception & Rum CayVlad anchors solo at Conception Island, where Columbus's ships sheltered in 1492, on a two-day Exumas passage.11 Mar 2026 · Rum Cay, Bahamas

Published11 Mar 2026

Duration27:10

Views4K

LocationRum Cay, Bahamas

The Mirage Martini - I share the recipe of my invention. Anchored in paradise and a martini at sunset.Vlad mixes a Mirage Martini using London dry gin and Blue Curaçao aboard his Amel 50.4 Mar 2026

Published4 Mar 2026

Duration8:28

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35+ Knots Downwind to the Exumas. Wild sail from Long Island - big swell & a challenging Exumas Cut.A 20-mile downwind run to the Exumas hits 37 knots with a challenging tidal cut entrance.25 Feb 2026 · Long Island, Bahamas

Published25 Feb 2026

Duration19:59

Views7K

LocationLong Island, Bahamas

From Clarence Town to Calabash Bay - 45 Nautical Miles Along Long Island, Bahamas. Wind & Waypoints!Amel 50 runs 45 miles downwind along Long Island at 8.9 knots, anchoring 25 miles from Georgetown.18 Feb 2026 · Long Island, Bahamas

Published18 Feb 2026

Duration9:26

Views3K

LocationLong Island, Bahamas

Flying Downwind | Bahamas, solo sailing from Acklins Island to Clarence Town, Long Island (60nm).Little Harbour's entrance was impassable at 25–30 knots, forcing a divert to Clarence Town.11 Feb 2026 · Acklins, Bahamas

Published11 Feb 2026

Duration21:27

Views5K

LocationAcklins, Bahamas

Solo Overnight Sail Under Orion. From Great Inagua, Bahamas to Acklins Island (96nm)Solo 95nm overnight from Great Inagua to Acklins Island, reefed early to avoid a reef-strewn night arrival.4 Feb 2026 · Acklins, Bahamas

Published4 Feb 2026

Duration10:58

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LocationAcklins, Bahamas

Solo Sailing the Southern Bahamas: From Little Inagua to Matthew Town – The Most Remote SettlementA solo sailor navigates to Matthew Town, Great Inagua, to visit a large-scale salt production facility.28 Jan 2026 · Inagua, Bahamas

Published28 Jan 2026

Duration9:01

Views3K

LocationInagua, Bahamas

The Bahamas Are Waiting! Solo Sailing, Sunset & Smooth Trade Winds from Turks & Caicos to Little Inagua.A solo sailor navigates the Caicos Channel and anchors at Little Inagua before clearing Bahamian customs.21 Jan 2026 · Turks and Caicos

Published21 Jan 2026

Duration17:24

Views3K

LocationTurks and Caicos

Sailing Providenciales, Turks & Caicos | Blue Lagoons, Crystal Waters, Iguanas & a Soviet Shipwreck.Vlad explores the La Familia shipwreck near Grand Turk Bank while navigating strong currents in his dinghy.14 Jan 2026 · Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

Published14 Jan 2026

Duration8:22

Views2K

LocationProvidenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

Ella’s 3-Minute Mahi Caviar Recipe | Fresh Catch, Big Smiles Aboard MirageElla cures fresh mahi-mahi roe aboard Mirage using 50°C brine and non-iodized sea salt.7 Jan 2026

Published7 Jan 2026

Duration3:40

Views899

From Grand Turk to Providenciales - 75nm. Perfect winds, big Mahi and we run aground! What. A. Day.An Amel 50 runs aground while arriving at an anchorage near Mangrove Cay after a 78-mile passage.31 Dec 2025 · Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

Published31 Dec 2025

Duration8:06

Views2K

LocationProvidenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

From Samaná, DR to Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos. 180 nm of pure sailing bliss - Ella loved this one!Vlad routes around unsurveyed Mooshore Bank on a 180 nm night passage from Samaná to Grand Turk.24 Dec 2025 · Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Published24 Dec 2025

Duration16:57

Views6K

LocationCockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

A bit of a rough sail from Puerto Rico to the Dominican Republic! I don't think Ella liked 4m wavesA 150-mile Puerto Rico–Samaná passage turns rough crossing the shallow, hourglass-shaped Mona Passage in 35-knot squalls.17 Dec 2025 · Mona Passage

Published17 Dec 2025

Duration16:47

Views21K

LocationMona Passage

Ella is back on Mirage! Bachata Puerto Rico.The video contains only song lyrics and lacks information regarding the vessel Mirage or Puerto Rico.10 Dec 2025 · Puerto Rico

Published10 Dec 2025

Duration1:21

Views2K

LocationPuerto Rico

My fastest sail yet! From Martinique to Puerto Real, Puerto Rico - 440nm total, 200nm in 24 HoursAn Amel 50 logs 200 nautical miles in 24 hours during a 440-mile passage to Puerto Rico.3 Dec 2025 · Cabo Rojo, United States

Published3 Dec 2025

Duration22:11

Views6K

LocationCabo Rojo, United States

Mirage in Martinique — Fixes, Upgrades & Getting Ready for the New Season!A 100-amp autotransformer lets Mirage run air conditioning and all systems from 110V U.S. shore power.26 Nov 2025 · Le Lamentin, France

Published26 Nov 2025

Duration7:58

Views2K

LocationLe Lamentin, France

Start of a New Sailing Season | Grenada to Martinique (180nm). Midnight Mirage - You Only Live Once.The video contains no information regarding the passage from Grenada to Martinique.19 Nov 2025 · Wallibou, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Published19 Nov 2025

Duration5:13

Views2K

LocationWallibou, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

47 steps to prepare and store my sailboat in Grenada for the Hurricane Season. The Haul-Out Day! 🇬🇩The video contains no information regarding the preparation or storage of the sailboat Mirage.31 Jul 2025 · Birchgrove, Grenada

Published31 Jul 2025

Duration30:55

Views9K

LocationBirchgrove, Grenada

Final Sail of the Season | Grenada to Carriacou & Back | 90 NM Test RunVlad performs seasonal maintenance on Mirage, including windlass sensor replacement and teak treatment, before a final sail.23 Jul 2025 · Argyle, Grenada

Published23 Jul 2025

Duration16:00

Views3K

LocationArgyle, Grenada

Two years with "Mirage", my Amel 50. Review and five wishes for next-generation push-button sailing.Vlad proposes five push-button upgrades for the Amel 50 after two seasons aboard Mirage.16 Jul 2025

Published16 Jul 2025

Duration7:35

Views9K

Four Days, 430NM Upwind: Offshore Passage from St. John to Port St. Louis, Grenada, Plus Some Q&AThe 50-foot Amel Mirage completes a 430-nautical-mile upwind passage from St. John to Grenada in four days.9 Jul 2025 · Caribbean Sea, between St. John and Grenada

Published9 Jul 2025

Duration24:06

Views5K

LocationCaribbean Sea, between St. John and Grenada

Sailing upwind in 30 knots! Meet the New Crew on Mirage | From Safe Harbour, Puerto Rico to St. JohnMirage completes a 50-nautical-mile upwind passage from Puerto Rico to St. John in 35-knot gusts.2 Jul 2025 · Coral Bay, United States

Published2 Jul 2025

Duration7:32

Views2K

LocationCoral Bay, United States

A Garden Surprise – Mama Rabbit and Her Adorable Babies! 🐰🌿 And next week - sailing to Grenada!!The video contains no information regarding the planned sailing route to Grenada or vessel operations.25 Jun 2025

Published25 Jun 2025

Duration1:02

Views494

Ella is back and we sail from Culebra to Puerto Rico | Downwind Bliss, Blue Waters, and History!Vlad sails the yacht Mirage from Culebra to Puerto Del Rey Marina using a preventer for stability.11 Jun 2025 · Culebra, United States

Published11 Jun 2025

Duration11:10

Views36K

LocationCulebra, United States

Sailing from St. Thomas to Culebra | 37nm of Caribbean Bliss ⛵🇻🇮🇵🇷Vlad sails Mirage from Saint Thomas to Culebra, Puerto Rico, for a week of Caribbean cruising.28 May 2025 · Culebra, United States

Published28 May 2025

Duration8:55

Views2K

LocationCulebra, United States

Fun Sail from Nanny Cay, Tortola, BVI to Christmas Cove, USVI. | Perfect Winds & Floating Pizza! 🍕⛵Vlad sails Mirage from Nanny Cay to Christmas Cove and clears US customs via a mobile app.21 May 2025 · Nazareth, United States

Published21 May 2025

Duration12:26

Views2K

LocationNazareth, United States

The road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom! My solo sailing adventures in the BVIVlad masters solo mooring ball procedures on his 50-ft boat, Mirage, while cruising the British Virgin Islands.8 May 2025 · Little Harbour, Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands

Published8 May 2025

Duration18:10

Views7K

LocationLittle Harbour, Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands

Just Incredible! Now exploring the Virgin Islands - The Baths on Virgin GordaVlad reaches The Baths on Virgin Gorda by dinghy from a mooring off Spanish Town.30 Apr 2025 · Spanish Town, British Virgin Islands

Published30 Apr 2025

Duration4:42

Views695

LocationSpanish Town, British Virgin Islands

Fast Downwind Sailing from Saint Martin to Virgin Gorda | Flying the Gennaker on Amel 50 "Mirage" ⛵💨Solo sailing the 50-foot Amel Mirage requires electric furling to manage a large gennaker in 25-knot winds.16 Apr 2025 · in the Caribbean Sea between Saint Martin and Virgin Gorda

Published16 Apr 2025

Duration23:42

Views9K

Locationin the Caribbean Sea between Saint Martin and Virgin Gorda

Riding the white horse!! :) Sailing from Crocus Bay, Anguilla to Fort St. Louis Marina, Saint MartinMirage encounters 35-knot gusts while sailing from Crocus Bay, Anguilla, to Marina Fort St. Louis, Saint Martin.9 Apr 2025 · Rambaud, France

Published9 Apr 2025

Duration8:55

Views2K

LocationRambaud, France

Sailing Anguilla’s Hidden Gems: Prickly Pear, Dog Island & Crocus Bay 🌊⛵The 31-ton Mirage paid 815 US dollars for a weekly cruising permit to anchor around Anguilla.2 Apr 2025 · The Valley, Anguilla

Published2 Apr 2025

Duration6:36

Views1K

LocationThe Valley, Anguilla

Solo Sailing from Sint Maarten to Anguilla | Caribbean Adventure 🌊⛵Vlad sails the sailboat Mirage 17 miles from Simpson Bay to Road Bay, Anguilla, in 24-knot winds.26 Mar 2025 · Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten

Published26 Mar 2025

Duration11:25

Views2K

LocationSimpson Bay, Sint Maarten

Swapping ePropulsion for a Nissan Marine 5HP outboard – Speed & Performance Test!Nissan Marine 5HP two-stroke replaces an ePropulsion motor on Mirage, weighing in 19 kg lighter.19 Mar 2025

Published19 Mar 2025

Duration2:51

Views2K

Wild Sail from St. Barts to Sint Maarten – 30+ Knots, Big Waves & 10+ Knot Surfing! 🌊The Mirage reaches 10.5 knots while sailing from St. Barts to Sint Maarten in heavy weather.5 Mar 2025 · Lower Prince's Quarter, Sint Maarten

Published5 Mar 2025

Duration12:48

Views9K

LocationLower Prince's Quarter, Sint Maarten

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