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Welcome to my channel. My name is Alexandros Retsinas and I am an instructor and professional operator (skipper) of sailing and motor boats. I am also SCUBA diving instructor and in general I like whatever has to do with the sea and Greece, as both are my great loves. Enjoy the content and tell me in the comments what else you would like to see. For personal Motor boat or Sailing boat training co…

Serifos, Greece· ago 2026

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The most common mistake when maneuvering your sailing boatRetsinas demonstrates the 45-degree pre-positioning method to neutralize prop walk in reverse.28 ago 2026

Publicado28 ago 2026

Duración5:22

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Be ready for this | Failed Gearbox Cable A failed gearbox gear-selection cable strands Alexandros Retsinas without neutral or reverse during a marina approach.20 ago 2026 · Serifos, Greece

Publicado20 ago 2026

Duración3:53

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UbicaciónSerifos, Greece

The Standard Marina SetupA Greek marina's mooring-block and chain system gets a brief look before the audio collapses.27 jul 2026

Publicado27 jul 2026

Duración1:43

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Catamaran Crosswind Docking | Kill the Monohull HabitsAlexandros Retsinas demonstrates Mediterranean mooring for a Lagoon 400 catamaran in 15–20 knot crosswinds.26 jul 2026 · Municipal Unit of Fournas, Greece

Publicado26 jul 2026

Duración11:57

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UbicaciónMunicipal Unit of Fournas, Greece

Never Let Your Crew Do This | Family Catamaran Vacation mistakesAlexandros Retsinas demonstrates safe Mediterranean mooring techniques for catamarans in 20-knot crosswinds at Ermioni.25 jul 2026 · Municipal Unit of Ermioni, Greece

Publicado25 jul 2026

Duración4:52

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UbicaciónMunicipal Unit of Ermioni, Greece

Do Not Test your Anchor Holding | "The lesser of two evils is the best" RuleAt Perdika's confined anchorage, backing down to test the anchor breaks it out before it can hold.21 jul 2026

Publicado21 jul 2026

Duración1:47

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The Art of Crabbing | Mediterranean Mooring in Strong CrosswindsAlexandros Retsinas demonstrates single-handed Mediterranean mooring in 20-knot crosswinds at Loutra, Kythnos.19 jul 2026 · Μέριχας, Greece

Publicado19 jul 2026

Duración13:54

Vistas27K

UbicaciónΜέριχας, Greece

How Sailing Works | The Only video You needSailors must sheet in as boat speed increases because the apparent wind vector shifts forward.7 jul 2026

Publicado7 jul 2026

Duración5:47

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4+1 mistakes with the lines. Show this video to your crew before charteringAlexandros Retsinas shows 4 line-handling mistakes that jam lines on bollards and cleats.25 jun 2026 · Ano Syros, Greece

Publicado25 jun 2026

Duración5:02

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UbicaciónAno Syros, Greece

Step-by-step Mediterranean mooring for a catamaranA Lagoon 40 catamaran uses differential engine thrust and precise anchor deployment for Mediterranean mooring in wind.31 may 2026 · Delta Marina Kallithea, Athens, Greece

Publicado31 may 2026

Duración9:26

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UbicaciónDelta Marina Kallithea, Athens, Greece

Single-handed Monohull Crosswind 20kts in Alimos MarinaAlexandros Retsinas docks a monohull single-handed in 20-knot crosswinds at Alimos Marina.31 may 2026 · Alimos Marina, Greece

Publicado31 may 2026

Duración0:56

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UbicaciónAlimos Marina, Greece

Single Hand With Cross wind | The Hardest Scenario23 may 2026

Publicado23 may 2026

Duración20:28

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Sailing the Saronic Gulf, Greece | Best Destinations for a 1 Week CharterA 7-day Saronic Gulf charter route from Alimos Marina covers Poros, Aegina, Agkistri, and Epidavros.3 may 2026 · Saronic Gulf, Greece

Publicado3 may 2026

Duración17:28

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UbicaciónSaronic Gulf, Greece

The most advanced Catamaran Technique | Pinning of the Corner10 abr 2026

Publicado10 abr 2026

Duración10:44

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Man Overboard Priority: Never Lose Sight | Real Catamaran TrainingThe Epic Navigator MOB method keeps a catamaran within visual range without using the plotter's MOB button.5 abr 2026

Publicado5 abr 2026

Duración12:03

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Crosswind Balance with Control Line1 abr 2026

Publicado1 abr 2026

Duración5:13

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Advanced Catamaran Maneuver | Pinning the CornerThe "pinning the corner" maneuver allows a catamaran to enter tight slips safely by pivoting against fenders.29 mar 2026 · Alimos Marina, Greece

Publicado29 mar 2026

Duración7:34

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UbicaciónAlimos Marina, Greece

40 Knots & Crosswind Docking in Greece | Mediterranean Mooring Under PressureStern-to docking in 40-knot crosswind at Loutra, Kythnos requires aborting and re-approaching with anchor dropped earlier.22 mar 2026 · Kanala, Greece

Publicado22 mar 2026

Duración18:30

Vistas45K

UbicaciónKanala, Greece

40 Knots & Crosswind Docking in Greece | NO COMMENTS SUBSCRIBERS EDITION22 mar 2026

Publicado22 mar 2026

Duración17:57

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Dramatic boat exit turns out to be the best lesson Sofia and Alexandros work a 20-knot southerly marina exit one meter of slack at a time.19 mar 2026

Publicado19 mar 2026

Duración3:59

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Advanced Slip Line Exit with Cross Wind | The pro Technique you can do with your Family18 mar 2026

Publicado18 mar 2026

Duración9:45

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Καταστροφική αναχώρηση από τη μαρίνα | Τι έκαναν λάθος αυτοί οι κυβερνήτεςUse centered or port rudder in a starboard crosswind to let the wind pivot the bow away.15 mar 2026 · Olympic Marine, Lavrio

Publicado15 mar 2026

Duración14:27

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UbicaciónOlympic Marine, Lavrio

MEDITERRANEAN MOORING MASTERCLASS | The best step-by-step method13 mar 2026

Publicado13 mar 2026

Duración13:34

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Docking in Serifos Under Meltemi | Cyclades Sailing RealitySerifos features difficult, rocky holding and strong katabatic winds that require heavy ground tackle and caution.10 mar 2026 · Serifos, Cyclades, Greece

Publicado10 mar 2026

Duración10:49

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UbicaciónSerifos, Cyclades, Greece

Mooring to a Buoy from a Catamaran | The skill you need for the Dodecanese IslandsSecure a catamaran to a mooring buoy using diagonal lines attached directly to bow cleats for stability.8 mar 2026 · D

Publicado8 mar 2026

Duración10:55

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UbicaciónD

Catamaran Mooring Buoy, Raw video7 mar 2026

Publicado7 mar 2026

Duración17:43

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The one and only Technique you need for docking. Repositioning your BoatUse small, precise engine bursts and opposing throttle to realign a catamaran during Mediterranean mooring.22 feb 2026 · Mediterranean Sea

Publicado22 feb 2026

Duración4:20

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UbicaciónMediterranean Sea

This video will save your batteries. Energy management on board a boatLagoon 42 battery management: why a 2,000W draw limit protects your bank from high-draw appliances.22 feb 2026

Publicado22 feb 2026

Duración3:49

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Mediterranean Long Lines in Dokos Island. The Greek way of Anchoring step by stepStep-by-step Mediterranean long-line anchoring at Dokos Island, including a failed first attempt and propeller-safe line technique.15 feb 2026 · Municipality of Hydra, Greece

Publicado15 feb 2026

Duración17:12

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UbicaciónMunicipality of Hydra, Greece

Mediterranean Masterclass | Epic NavigatorAlexandros Retsinas runs a hands-on Mediterranean sailing masterclass capped at 5 students, covering docking and crisis management.13 feb 2026

Publicado13 feb 2026

Duración2:09

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Catamaran Mediterranean Mooring Step by step on Sunday 22nd of February A catamaran completes a full Mediterranean mooring sequence, showing why the head-to-wind hold is essential.11 feb 2026

Publicado11 feb 2026

Duración0:22

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Catamaran Mooring in the Mediterranean | Tight Harbour Maneuver on Agistri IslandAlexandros Retsinas demonstrates a controlled catamaran docking maneuver in a tight Mediterranean harbor at Agkistri Island.8 feb 2026 · Agkistri Island, Greece

Publicado8 feb 2026

Duración6:34

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UbicaciónAgkistri Island, Greece

Reposition & Exit in Confined Space | Fundamental Boat Handling MovesUse rudder angle before applying engine power to pivot a monohull's stern when departing a confined slip.1 feb 2026 · Athens, Greece

Publicado1 feb 2026

Duración12:38

Vistas10K

UbicaciónAthens, Greece

How to reposition your boat in a tight area. Sunday 1st of February 2026Alexandros Retsinas introduces a boat-repositioning technique for tight spaces, with a Mediterranean follow-on exercise.31 ene 2026

Publicado31 ene 2026

Duración0:43

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Single-Handed Sailing in Greece | A Real Passage from Athens to Haul-OutSolo Athens-to-haul-out passage covers anchor-breaking technique, Yanmar oil checks, and Methana stopover.25 ene 2026 · Piraeus, Greece

Publicado25 ene 2026

Duración20:15

Vistas13K

UbicaciónPiraeus, Greece

THE VIDEO THAT MADE ME A PROFESSIONALKapitán Bog Dan's solo Mediterranean mooring at Marina Tourlos, Mykonos changed Alexandros Retsinas's career.12 ene 2026 · Tourlos, Greece

Publicado12 ene 2026

Duración3:56

Vistas19K

UbicaciónTourlos, Greece

Bad Seamanship Episode 1. Return to Alimos in High SeasonCongestion at the Alimos Marina entrance requires vessels to maintain a single-file line to avoid collisions.11 ene 2026 · Alimos Marina, Greece

Publicado11 ene 2026

Duración10:38

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UbicaciónAlimos Marina, Greece

Advanced Sailing knots - Double Line BowlineDouble-line bowline tied on a bight when both rope ends are inaccessible.10 ene 2026 · Municipal Unit of Fournas, Greece

Publicado10 ene 2026

Duración4:41

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UbicaciónMunicipal Unit of Fournas, Greece

Boat Checks After a Long Period of InactivityAlexandros Retsinas checks battery voltage and engine oil at Poros after a long layup.7 ene 2026 · Poros, Greece

Publicado7 ene 2026

Duración7:20

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UbicaciónPoros, Greece

Boat checks after long time. 6 ene 2026

Publicado6 ene 2026

Duración7:23

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CROSSWIND RETURN TO ALIMOS – NO COMMENTARY5 ene 2026

Publicado5 ene 2026

Duración17:00

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Master Catamaran with these 2 SkillsCatamaran handling improves by using neutral gear frequently and practicing single-handed maneuvering techniques.5 ene 2026

Publicado5 ene 2026

Duración0:27

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Extreme Docking in Alimos Marina GreeceDocking a large monohull in high winds requires incremental engine adjustments and disciplined, step-by-step line management.4 ene 2026 · Alimos Marina, Greece

Publicado4 ene 2026

Duración20:53

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UbicaciónAlimos Marina, Greece

EXTREME WIND ANTIPAROS-NO COMMENTARY3 ene 2026

Publicado3 ene 2026

Duración19:29

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Big Drama with 40kts wind in Antiparos, Greece. The results of bad communication during Mediterranean mooringA communication failure in 40-knot winds at Antiparos nearly drives a Bavaria 51 into a neighboring boat during med mooring.28 dic 2025 · Antiparos Municipality, Greece

Publicado28 dic 2025

Duración18:13

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UbicaciónAntiparos Municipality, Greece

High Level Sailing Skills, The Control Line.A single-line spring technique allows solo sailors to pivot a boat 180 degrees using wind pressure.20 dic 2025

Publicado20 dic 2025

Duración9:11

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Trapped by Our Anchor in Greece | How to Get your Anchor BackTwo chains from a neighboring boat pinned an anchor at Perdika Marina, Aegina — here's the recovery method.2 dic 2025 · Kylindras, Greece

Publicado2 dic 2025

Duración14:18

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UbicaciónKylindras, Greece

Oceania getting Ready for Mediterranean MasterclassAlexandros Retsinas announces a Mediterranean Masterclass program launching end of January from Poros.30 nov 2025 · Poros, Greece

Publicado30 nov 2025

Duración2:21

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UbicaciónPoros, Greece

DOUBLE RUDDER OPENING FROM ALONGSIDEA 38-meter twin-rudder monohull departs alongside at Alimos Marina using a spring-line trick that replaces prop wash.29 nov 2025 · Municipality of Alimos, Greece

Publicado29 nov 2025

Duración2:49

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UbicaciónMunicipality of Alimos, Greece

Why We don't Give Certificates Epic Navigator skips certificate issuance and offers advanced real-world skipper training on catamarans and monohulls.15 nov 2025

Publicado15 nov 2025

Duración0:47

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How to Open, Trim and Drop your Sails Properly. Charter boat guidance for Greece12 nov 2025

Publicado12 nov 2025

Duración20:24

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The best Catamaran Drill to forget the Monohull Habits28 sep 2025

Publicado28 sep 2025

Duración6:05

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The "One And Only Correct Way". Preparation of mooring lines Masterclass 12 sep 2025

Publicado12 sep 2025

Duración3:15

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Monohull On The Spot Turning Stern To6 sep 2025

Publicado6 sep 2025

Duración1:50

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Dramatic Exit from Antiparos with 30Kts of Wind. The art of Mooring Line ManagementA Bavaria 51 executes a controlled departure from a wind-pinned dock in Antiparos using strategic line management.4 sep 2025 · Paros Regional Unit, Greece

Publicado4 sep 2025

Duración7:48

Vistas35K

UbicaciónParos Regional Unit, Greece

Inflatable Bimini Deck Tent Review, A Life Saver for the Greek Summer SunAn ApexTrade.com inflatable bimini sets up in 8 minutes and holds in 15-knot Greek summer winds.22 ago 2025 · Municipal Unit of Fournas, Greece

Publicado22 ago 2025

Duración10:59

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UbicaciónMunicipal Unit of Fournas, Greece

Ultraglozz Bungy Mooring Compensators / The test that convinced us to make this videoultraglozz Bungee mooring shock absorbers clip onto 6–18 mm dock lines without removing them from the cleat.30 jul 2025

Publicado30 jul 2025

Duración8:56

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LINE DRILLS FOR MED MASTERCLASSAlexandros Retsinas drills Med mooring line technique at Perdika ahead of an August Cyclades masterclass.14 jul 2025

Publicado14 jul 2025

Duración19:13

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Slapping the Wind and Overshooting for Mediterranean MooringAlexandros Retsinas demonstrates using an overshot bow and a control line to manage Mediterranean mooring in crosswinds.6 jul 2025 · Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Publicado6 jul 2025

Duración3:41

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UbicaciónPalma de Mallorca, Spain

Step-by-Step Med Mooring Departure Guide16 jun 2025

Publicado16 jun 2025

Duración10:09

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