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· sept 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.2 sept 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

Publicado2 sept 2026

Duración26:35

Vistas34K

UbicaciónLas 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.24 ago 2026 · Bocas del Toro, Panama

Publicado24 ago 2026

Duración23:13

Vistas32K

UbicaciónBocas 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.13 ago 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

Publicado13 ago 2026

Duración43:23

Vistas44K

UbicaciónLas 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.5 ago 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

Publicado5 ago 2026

Duración41:03

Vistas108K

UbicaciónLas 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.22 jul 2026

Publicado22 jul 2026

Duración16:38

Vistas21K

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.15 jul 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

Publicado15 jul 2026

Duración21:51

Vistas12K

UbicaciónLas 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.8 jul 2026 · Colón, Panama

Publicado8 jul 2026

Duración23:30

Vistas19K

UbicaciónColón, 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.24 jun 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

Publicado24 jun 2026

Duración16:12

Vistas29K

UbicaciónLas 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.17 jun 2026 · Las Huacas, Panama

Publicado17 jun 2026

Duración22:04

Vistas30K

UbicaciónLas 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.10 jun 2026 · Cartagena, Colombia

Publicado10 jun 2026

Duración18:05

Vistas22K

UbicaciónCartagena, 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.29 may 2026 · Cartagena, Colombia

Publicado29 may 2026

Duración17:06

Vistas18K

UbicaciónCartagena, 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.28 may 2026 · Caribbean Sea

Publicado28 may 2026

Duración17:16

Vistas14K

UbicaciónCaribbean 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.27 may 2026 · Caribbean Sea

Publicado27 may 2026

Duración23:59

Vistas19K

UbicaciónCaribbean 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.26 may 2026 · Commune Petit-Trou-de-Nippes, Haiti

Publicado26 may 2026

Duración15:32

Vistas18K

UbicaciónCommune 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.24 may 2026 · off the coast of Cuba

Publicado24 may 2026

Duración21:17

Vistas25K

Ubicaciónoff 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.23 may 2026 · Ragged Island, Bahamas

Publicado23 may 2026

Duración18:48

Vistas15K

UbicaciónRagged 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.22 may 2026 · Central Andros, Bahamas

Publicado22 may 2026

Duración17:18

Vistas10K

UbicaciónCentral 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.20 may 2026 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado20 may 2026

Duración16:39

Vistas13K

UbicaciónNew 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.18 may 2026 · Ragged Island, Bahamas

Publicado18 may 2026

Duración15:17

Vistas12K

UbicaciónRagged 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.16 may 2026 · Caribbean Sea

Publicado16 may 2026

Duración20:34

Vistas11K

UbicaciónCaribbean 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.15 may 2026 · Central Andros, Bahamas

Publicado15 may 2026

Duración26:40

Vistas17K

UbicaciónCentral 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.14 may 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado14 may 2026

Duración20:20

Vistas16K

UbicaciónPolk 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.13 may 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado13 may 2026

Duración17:01

Vistas16K

UbicaciónPolk 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.6 may 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado6 may 2026

Duración19:29

Vistas14K

UbicaciónPolk 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.30 abr 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado30 abr 2026

Duración17:36

Vistas24K

UbicaciónPolk 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.22 abr 2026 · Miami, United States

Publicado22 abr 2026

Duración35:55

Vistas17K

UbicaciónMiami, 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.15 abr 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado15 abr 2026

Duración18:51

Vistas16K

UbicaciónPolk 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.8 abr 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado8 abr 2026

Duración20:32

Vistas39K

UbicaciónPolk 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.11 mar 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado11 mar 2026

Duración19:21

Vistas21K

UbicaciónPolk 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.5 mar 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado5 mar 2026

Duración28:49

Vistas23K

UbicaciónPolk 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.25 feb 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado25 feb 2026

Duración22:09

Vistas26K

UbicaciónPolk 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.12 feb 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado12 feb 2026

Duración22:34

Vistas22K

UbicaciónPolk 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.28 ene 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado28 ene 2026

Duración26:58

Vistas29K

UbicaciónPolk 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.21 ene 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado21 ene 2026

Duración21:07

Vistas20K

UbicaciónPolk 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.14 ene 2026 · Jacksonville, United States

Publicado14 ene 2026

Duración23:26

Vistas16K

UbicaciónJacksonville, 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.7 ene 2026 · Polk County, United States

Publicado7 ene 2026

Duración20:13

Vistas21K

UbicaciónPolk 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.17 dic 2025

Publicado17 dic 2025

Duración18:41

Vistas12K

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.10 dic 2025 · Polk County, United States

Publicado10 dic 2025

Duración14:00

Vistas27K

UbicaciónPolk 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.3 dic 2025 · Polk County, United States

Publicado3 dic 2025

Duración23:13

Vistas28K

UbicaciónPolk 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.27 nov 2025 · Polk County, United States

Publicado27 nov 2025

Duración25:40

Vistas20K

UbicaciónPolk 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.19 nov 2025 · Polk County, United States

Publicado19 nov 2025

Duración23:54

Vistas19K

UbicaciónPolk 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.12 nov 2025 · Polk County, United States

Publicado12 nov 2025

Duración16:54

Vistas21K

UbicaciónPolk 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.5 nov 2025 · Annapolis, United States

Publicado5 nov 2025

Duración14:40

Vistas18K

UbicaciónAnnapolis, 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.29 oct 2025 · Polk County, United States

Publicado29 oct 2025

Duración19:45

Vistas45K

UbicaciónPolk 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.22 oct 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado22 oct 2025

Duración20:28

Vistas12K

UbicaciónNew 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.8 oct 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado8 oct 2025

Duración21:37

Vistas16K

UbicaciónNew 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.1 oct 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado1 oct 2025

Duración17:29

Vistas42K

UbicaciónNew 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.25 sept 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado25 sept 2025

Duración23:36

Vistas74K

UbicaciónNew 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.17 sept 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado17 sept 2025

Duración24:30

Vistas36K

UbicaciónNew 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.27 ago 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado27 ago 2025

Duración19:35

Vistas47K

UbicaciónNew 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.14 ago 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado14 ago 2025

Duración18:28

Vistas54K

UbicaciónNew 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.6 ago 2025 · Black Point, Bahamas

Publicado6 ago 2025

Duración19:52

Vistas32K

UbicaciónBlack 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.30 jul 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado30 jul 2025

Duración21:44

Vistas29K

UbicaciónNew 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.23 jul 2025

Publicado23 jul 2025

Duración24:37

Vistas65K

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.2 jul 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado2 jul 2025

Duración22:32

Vistas116K

UbicaciónNew 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.25 jun 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado25 jun 2025

Duración18:55

Vistas64K

UbicaciónNew 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.18 jun 2025

Publicado18 jun 2025

Duración25:35

Vistas289K

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.11 jun 2025

Publicado11 jun 2025

Duración21:08

Vistas85K

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.28 may 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado28 may 2025

Duración20:46

Vistas50K

UbicaciónNew 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.21 may 2025 · New Providence, Bahamas

Publicado21 may 2025

Duración20:36

Vistas53K

UbicaciónNew Providence, Bahamas

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Annapolis, United States1Black Point, Bahamas1Bocas del Toro, Panama1Caribbean Sea3Cartagena, Colombia2Central Andros, Bahamas2Colón, Panama1Commune Petit-Trou-de-Nippes, Haiti1Griqan i Sipërm, Albania1Istanbul, Turkey1Jacksonville, United States1Jayuya, United States2Jezerane, Croatia3Kocasinan, Turkey2Las Huacas, Panama6Lipari, Italy1Marmaris, Turkey1Međuriječje, Montenegro1Mġarr, Malta1Miami, United States1Municipal Unit of Fournas, Greece3Municipality of Milos, Greece1New Providence, Bahamas13off the coast of Cuba1Polk County, United States19Ragged Island, Bahamas2Rambaud, France1Rome, Italy2Saint Croix District, United States1Saint Thomas - Saint John District, United States2San Nicola di Tremiti, Italy1Toa Baja, United States1Yamasá, Dominican Republic2البحاير, Tunisia1