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James Evenson, an offshore sailor with 85,000 miles of experience and a background in U.S. Navy submarine navigation, has authored a 16-chapter instructional book titled "Be The Captain."11:27 The guide focuses on the mindset and technical skills required for long-distance cruising, drawing on 50 hours of market research to address common sailor concerns.0:37 Key topics include boat selection, rigging inspection, sail handling, anchoring techniques for remote locations, and weather routing using PredictWind.2:16 The book also covers emergency preparedness for fire, flooding, and rig failure, as well as crew management, watch schedules, and storm tactics.4:03 Supplemental resources, including printable checklists and watch schedules, are available on the author's website.5:55 Evenson emphasises that the text prioritises practical, unfiltered advice over curated lifestyle content, aiming to prepare sailors for the realities of gear failure and decision-making in high-pressure situations.10:25

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