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· juil. 2026

106 vidéos· 76 profondément analysé

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

Publié11 oct. 2026

Durée1:07:41

Vues293K

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 sept. 2026

Publié9 sept. 2026

Durée48:33

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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 août 2026

Publié21 août 2026

Durée46:11

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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 juil. 2026

Publié25 juil. 2026

Durée37:47

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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 juil. 2026 · Medellín, Colombia

Publié16 juil. 2026

Durée8:23

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LieuMedellín, 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 juil. 2026

Publié9 juil. 2026

Durée41:24

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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 juil. 2026

Publié6 juil. 2026

Durée39:19

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

Publié30 juin 2026

Durée21:12

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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 juin 2026

Publié20 juin 2026

Durée7:03

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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 juin 2026

Publié17 juin 2026

Durée47:34

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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 juin 2026

Publié12 juin 2026

Durée25:04

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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 juin 2026

Publié8 juin 2026

Durée24:27

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

Publié1 juin 2026

Durée2:35:38

Vues64K

LieuPrickly 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 mai 2026 · South Pacific Ocean

Publié24 mai 2026

Durée24:23

Vues158K

LieuSouth 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 mai 2026

Publié8 mai 2026

Durée12:56

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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 avr. 2026

Publié10 avr. 2026

Durée19:50

Vues143K

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 avr. 2026

Publié2 avr. 2026

Durée11:07

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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 mars 2026 · Caribbean Sea, south of Haiti

Publié29 mars 2026

Durée22:18

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LieuCaribbean 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 mars 2026

Publié10 mars 2026

Durée7:08

Vues6K

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 mars 2026

Publié4 mars 2026

Durée7:50

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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 mars 2026

Publié4 mars 2026

Durée6:40

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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 mars 2026

Publié4 mars 2026

Durée10:29

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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 mars 2026

Publié2 mars 2026

Durée12:43

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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 févr. 2026

Publié25 févr. 2026

Durée1:21:53

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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 févr. 2026

Publié13 févr. 2026

Durée8:35

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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 févr. 2026 · Cannes Yachting Festival, France

Publié8 févr. 2026

Durée29:38

Vues128K

LieuCannes 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 févr. 2026

Publié1 févr. 2026

Durée9:59

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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 janv. 2026

Publié26 janv. 2026

Durée12:10

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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 janv. 2026

Publié7 janv. 2026

Durée33:31

Vues270K

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 déc. 2025

Publié22 déc. 2025

Durée15:08

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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 nov. 2025

Publié28 nov. 2025

Durée13:24

Vues560K

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 nov. 2025

Publié21 nov. 2025

Durée14:59

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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 nov. 2025

Publié5 nov. 2025

Durée21:56

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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 sept. 2025

Publié28 sept. 2025

Durée11:00

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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 sept. 2025 · Mallorca

Publié16 sept. 2025

Durée1:21:08

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LieuMallorca

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 sept. 2025

Publié3 sept. 2025

Durée8:25

Vues9K

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 juin 2025

Publié27 juin 2025

Durée27:09

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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 juin 2025

Publié20 juin 2025

Durée17:26

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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 juin 2025

Publié14 juin 2025

Durée19:02

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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 juin 2025

Publié7 juin 2025

Durée12:29

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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 juin 2025

Publié3 juin 2025

Durée13:45

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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 mai 2025

Publié30 mai 2025

Durée17:22

Vues153K

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 mai 2025

Publié23 mai 2025

Durée21:59

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

Publié17 mai 2025

Durée17:59

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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 mai 2025

Publié11 mai 2025

Durée13:06

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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 mai 2025

Publié7 mai 2025

Durée40:28

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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 avr. 2025

Publié28 avr. 2025

Durée3:12

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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 avr. 2025

Publié27 avr. 2025

Durée28:36

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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 avr. 2025

Publié19 avr. 2025

Durée15:27

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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 avr. 2025

Publié10 avr. 2025

Durée15:38

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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 mars 2025

Publié26 mars 2025

Durée29:40

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

Publié22 févr. 2025

Durée34:28

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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 févr. 2025

Publié16 févr. 2025

Durée14:08

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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 févr. 2025

Publié5 févr. 2025

Durée31:21

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

Publié1 févr. 2025

Durée9:48

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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 janv. 2025

Publié18 janv. 2025

Durée13:52

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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 janv. 2025

Publié12 janv. 2025

Durée13:12

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

Publié5 janv. 2025

Durée13:39

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

Publié1 janv. 2025

Durée11:47

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

Publié1 déc. 2024

Durée27:35

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