The Mariner

‘The Mariner’ covers everything the new or developing sailor might need: boat maintenance, sail trim, coastal & offshore navigation, engine repairs, rope work & safety. Chris has sailed over 345,000Nm on all kinds of boats from 25’ - 150’ but his passion is sail training. Uploading twice a week this channel runs along side the popular ‘The Mariner’ podcast also hosted by Chris.

Boston, United States· lug 2026

192 video· 95 profondamente analizzati

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Sailing to Newport, my Trimaran Project & Notes on Archive Management for L- Matrix AI'sOsprey's 125-ft mast nearly matched Newport's new wind farm's 127-ft air clearance during the Newport Bermuda Race approach.6 lug 2026 · Boston, United States

Pubblicato6 lug 2026

Durata42:06

Visualizzazioni9K

PosizioneBoston, United States

Taking a Look Around the Waterfront in Lunenburg, Nova ScotiaChris departs Lunenburg without a propeller, sailing 400 miles to Newport after a DHL delivery stalls for 10 days.7 giu 2026 · Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

Pubblicato7 giu 2026

Durata24:44

Visualizzazioni16K

PosizioneLunenburg, Nova Scotia

Solo Docking an 80ft Yacht Without Use Of The Auxillary EngineChris docks a 25-ton, 80-foot yacht solo in Lunenberg Harbour at night with no engine.26 mag 2026 · Lunenburg Harbour, Nova Scotia

Pubblicato26 mag 2026

Durata39:37

Visualizzazioni25K

PosizioneLunenburg Harbour, Nova Scotia

Introducing Longitudinal AI SystemsA year-long ChatGPT method built around one continuous thread manages an 80-foot offshore solo project.20 mag 2026

Pubblicato20 mag 2026

Durata27:18

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The Flat Earth Debate Debunked in 10 Minutes by a Real Offshore NavigatorA navigator entering Lunenburg in fog after 4,000 miles explains why celestial navigation proves a spherical Earth.10 mag 2026 · Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

Pubblicato10 mag 2026

Durata9:27

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PosizioneLunenburg, Nova Scotia

Ghosting Through The FogChris completes a 30-day solo transatlantic and qualifies for the 2027 Global Solo Challenge, entering Lunenburg fog-bound with no engine.6 mag 2026 · Lunenburg Harbour, Nova Scotia

Pubblicato6 mag 2026

Durata24:14

Visualizzazioni20K

PosizioneLunenburg Harbour, Nova Scotia

Then I Realised the Propellor Was MissingA MaxProp fails silently overnight 28 miles from Lunenburg, forcing a solo sail-only harbor entry.4 mag 2026 · off the coast of Nova Scotia

Pubblicato4 mag 2026

Durata27:22

Visualizzazioni37K

Posizioneoff the coast of Nova Scotia

Repairing a Hydraulically Locked Engine at Sea — But Does She Run?Clearing a hydraulically locked marine diesel engine by draining the water lock and purging cylinders via cranking.28 apr 2026

Pubblicato28 apr 2026

Durata39:06

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Engine Suddenly Stopped Working Offshore — Is It Hydraulic Lock?Removing fuel injectors allows trapped water to escape a hydraulically locked diesel engine during offshore repairs.27 apr 2026

Pubblicato27 apr 2026

Durata37:32

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Well... That's Not A Good Noise !A marine diesel engine failing to turn over with a clacking sound may indicate a hydraulic lock.26 apr 2026

Pubblicato26 apr 2026

Durata22:26

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Preparing For The Storm : How to Lie A-hullA sailor prepares to lie a-hull after mainsail batten failures and an incoming 40-knot weather system.25 apr 2026 · off the coast of Nova Scotia

Pubblicato25 apr 2026

Durata35:51

Visualizzazioni54K

Posizioneoff the coast of Nova Scotia

Let the Storm Rage – Lying A-hull in a Yacht in Heavy WeatherA solo sailor manages 60-knot gusts by lying a-hull in a Kevlar-hulled yacht designed for stability.24 apr 2026

Pubblicato24 apr 2026

Durata20:01

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Protect Yourself - Learn How to Stop Safely at Sea in Heavy Weather Lying ahull in 50 knots, an 80-foot race boat sheds wave energy without sails or drogues.24 apr 2026 · 500 miles offshore

Pubblicato24 apr 2026

Durata18:42

Visualizzazioni24K

Posizione500 miles offshore

Riding Out a 50 Knot Storm, 500 Miles From LandBatten damage forces Chris to lie ahull 500 miles off Nova Scotia in a 50-knot storm.23 apr 2026 · 500 miles off the coast of Nova Scotia

Pubblicato23 apr 2026

Durata9:43

Visualizzazioni512K

Posizione500 miles off the coast of Nova Scotia

I Sailed 5,000 miles Alone Offshore With AI Solo sailor runs 250,000-word single ChatGPT conversations to replace crew-based distributed cognition offshore.22 apr 2026

Pubblicato22 apr 2026

Durata14:04

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Don't Be a Victim : How to Prepare for a StormChris's "rule of 15" warns GRIBS can be 15 knots, 15 hours, and 150 degrees wrong.21 apr 2026 · Grand Banks of Newfoundland

Pubblicato21 apr 2026

Durata32:53

Visualizzazioni44K

PosizioneGrand Banks of Newfoundland

Afraid of Gybing? Don't Be.Reefing the mainsail and keeping the jib sheeted helps prevent rounding up during a solo gybe.19 apr 2026

Pubblicato19 apr 2026

Durata18:20

Visualizzazioni28K

Running Out of Water in the Middle of the OceanA blocked Spectra watermaker membrane left Chris surviving on 250 ml per day for two weeks on an Open 60.17 apr 2026 · middle of the Atlantic Ocean

Pubblicato17 apr 2026

Durata24:49

Visualizzazioni11K

Posizionemiddle of the Atlantic Ocean

Reduce Stress At Sea: Always Use a PreventerA batten pops out 85 feet up the rig; Chris recovers it from the deck using a preventer.16 apr 2026

Pubblicato16 apr 2026

Durata28:03

Visualizzazioni26K

Lessons 'Titanic' is Still Teaching After 124 Years.A Raymarine GPS failure at 40 knots at night shows why heaving-to is a critical solo-sailing skill.14 apr 2026 · middle of the Atlantic

Pubblicato14 apr 2026

Durata49:44

Visualizzazioni6K

Posizionemiddle of the Atlantic

Lithium Batteries On Boats Are Not Dangerous - Ignorance Is.A BMS shutdown at 22.75 V on two Li-Time 24-volt batteries reveals what not to do when LiFePO4 goes flat.13 apr 2026 · North Atlantic Ocean

Pubblicato13 apr 2026

Durata27:34

Visualizzazioni15K

PosizioneNorth Atlantic Ocean

Sailing Questions Answered : Mid-Atlantic Chris explains fore-reaching versus heaving to on a Volvo 60 mid-Atlantic passage in 20 knots.11 apr 2026 · Atlantic Ocean

Pubblicato11 apr 2026

Durata24:44

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneAtlantic Ocean

Defeat Fear at Sea : Learn to Heave ToA solo skipper heaves to for 50 miles of overnight drift to dodge a weather system near Madeira.8 apr 2026

Pubblicato8 apr 2026

Durata18:21

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Raw Footage from Solo Transatlantic Voyage 300Nm West of the Strait of GibraltarSolo Force 8 night passage west of Gibraltar with a broken GoPro, failed propeller, and no wind instruments.7 apr 2026 · 300Nm West of Gibraltar Straits

Pubblicato7 apr 2026

Durata10:59

Visualizzazioni8K

Posizione300Nm West of Gibraltar Straits

Working with Predict Wind & GRIB files Offshore PredictWind's PWE and PWG correction layers explained offshore near Portugal, with no boat polars available.6 apr 2026 · off the coast of Portugal

Pubblicato6 apr 2026

Durata32:04

Visualizzazioni4K

Posizioneoff the coast of Portugal

A Totally Unhinged Evening SailA gooseneck pin fell out on an Open 60, freeing a 200 kg boom and destroying two Raymarine screens.4 apr 2026 · off Cap Finisterre, Spain

Pubblicato4 apr 2026

Durata24:53

Visualizzazioni8K

Posizioneoff Cap Finisterre, Spain

Sailing Into The Atlantic, Solo.Solo Atlantic departure from Cherbourg with a jammed throttle, leaking gearbox cooler, and no wind instruments.2 apr 2026 · Atlantic Ocean

Pubblicato2 apr 2026

Durata16:43

Visualizzazioni6K

PosizioneAtlantic Ocean

My 2800Nm Solo Transatlantic Voyage Begins!Chris departs Cherbourg solo on his 37th transatlantic, bound for Newport on Osprey.31 mar 2026 · Cherbourg, France

Pubblicato31 mar 2026

Durata11:40

Visualizzazioni4K

PosizioneCherbourg, France

Final Jobs before Solo Transatlantic Voyage A custom acetal jig helps measure and fit a replacement section of a unique, discontinued mast track.29 mar 2026 · Shoreham-by-Sea, England

Pubblicato29 mar 2026

Durata9:11

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneShoreham-by-Sea, England

Exiting the Inner Harbour Chris coordinates a port-side lock exit in Cherbourg to protect a recent starboard hull repair.27 mar 2026 · Cherbourg, France

Pubblicato27 mar 2026

Durata18:51

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PosizioneCherbourg, France

T Zero- Time to Get GoingChris prepares his boat for departure, detailing fuel system upgrades and plans for final rig tuning.26 mar 2026

Pubblicato26 mar 2026

Durata12:24

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T-1 to Solo Sailing Transatlantic Voyage Resealing stanchion bases prevents water ingress and structural corrosion in Kevlar-hulled boats during offshore passages.25 mar 2026 · France

Pubblicato25 mar 2026

Durata21:34

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PosizioneFrance

T-2 Days - Getting into Departure Mode An Open 60 undergoes final mechanical, electrical, and logistical preparations before an Atlantic crossing and race participation.24 mar 2026 · Sherbrooke, Nova Scotia

Pubblicato24 mar 2026

Durata17:36

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PosizioneSherbrooke, Nova Scotia

Newport Bermuda Entry 2026 Confirmed.Osprey enters the Newport Bermuda Race, Gibbs Hill division, starting June 16 at $6,800 entry.23 mar 2026

Pubblicato23 mar 2026

Durata19:48

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T-3 Days (Hopefully) to Solo Transatlantic Voyage A Swan 80 undergoes final systems repairs and logistics planning ahead of a solo transatlantic voyage.22 mar 2026

Pubblicato22 mar 2026

Durata20:01

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T- 4 days (ish) Before Solo Transatlantic Chris upgrades his sailboat’s fuel manifold and mast track in final preparations for a solo transatlantic crossing.20 mar 2026

Pubblicato20 mar 2026

Durata22:53

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90 days to the Newport Bernuda Race Osprey needs three crew sponsors to cover the $6,000 Newport Bermuda Race entry and life raft recertification before departure.18 mar 2026

Pubblicato18 mar 2026

Durata13:11

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Quick Update - 5 days Before Solo Transat Departure on Osprey.Chris prepares the Grand Mistral for a solo transatlantic crossing while finalizing repairs and race registration.17 mar 2026 · Sherbrooke, Nova Scotia

Pubblicato17 mar 2026

Durata9:12

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PosizioneSherbrooke, Nova Scotia

Osprey in Cherbourg, Preparing for Solo Transat!Refitting a Volvo 80 requires hydraulic rig tuning, custom mast track fabrication, and resolving engine oil leaks.7 mar 2026 · Cherbourg, France

Pubblicato7 mar 2026

Durata11:17

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PosizioneCherbourg, France

On the Dock in Cherbourg A Volvo 60 refit project in Cherbourg focuses on bilge system upgrades and fore triangle rig modifications.9 feb 2026 · Cherbourg, France

Pubblicato9 feb 2026

Durata17:25

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PosizioneCherbourg, France

Moving Osprey to Cherbourg Inner BasinSolo docking of an 80-foot boat through Cherbourg's lock at midnight, timed to high tide and calm air.8 feb 2026 · Cherbourg Inner Basin, France

Pubblicato8 feb 2026

Durata18:28

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PosizioneCherbourg Inner Basin, France

Ready Sailor One... A five-reef mainsail converts a Farr 85 to Open 60 sail geometry for solo round-the-world preparation.6 feb 2026 · Cherbourg

Pubblicato6 feb 2026

Durata17:47

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PosizioneCherbourg

Arriving in BostonA solo sailor performs a mast-up lift of a 5,500-pound yacht at Admiral’s Hill Marina in Boston.31 gen 2026 · Admiral's Hill Marina, Boston, Massachusetts

Pubblicato31 gen 2026

Durata20:10

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PosizioneAdmiral's Hill Marina, Boston, Massachusetts

Getting Underway - Portland to BostonSpirit of England sails Portland to Boston jib-only, no autopilot, with the mast coming back out on arrival.7 dic 2025 · Portland

Pubblicato7 dic 2025

Durata24:52

Visualizzazioni7K

PosizionePortland

Marine Accident Investigation | 'Mollie'A faulty winch control switch killed skipper Lyle Babington 2.8 miles from the Needles Lighthouse.2 dic 2025 · 2.8 nautical miles south-southwest of the Needles Lighthouse, Isle of Wight, England

Pubblicato2 dic 2025

Durata22:20

Visualizzazioni15K

Posizione2.8 nautical miles south-southwest of the Needles Lighthouse, Isle of Wight, England

Afloat Again: First StepsSpirit transits Portland's Casco Bay Bridge with a 65-foot mast and only 68 feet of clearance.28 nov 2025 · Portland, Maine

Pubblicato28 nov 2025

Durata18:07

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PosizionePortland, Maine

Marine Accident Investigation | Roaring Meg of CowesTwo accidental jibes on Roaring Meg of Cowes in Southampton Water injured two crew in 2006.26 nov 2025 · Southampton Water, UK

Pubblicato26 nov 2025

Durata37:29

Visualizzazioni26K

PosizioneSouthampton Water, UK

F40 Trimaran: Get There, Step Mast & LaunchA professional towboat assists in launching a wide-beam F40 trimaran to avoid difficult low-speed maneuvering challenges.21 nov 2025 · Cherbourg, France

Pubblicato21 nov 2025

Durata16:14

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PosizioneCherbourg, France

Fastnet 2025- Done! Next Project: Trimaran 'Spirit' Chris transitions from his 80-foot boat to a 40-foot trimaran project in Portland, Maine.23 set 2025 · 50 degrees north, UK

Pubblicato23 set 2025

Durata5:43

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Posizione50 degrees north, UK

Osprey Spreads Her WingsChris adapts an Open 60 spinnaker and a five-reef mainsail system to improve handling on an 80-foot boat.29 lug 2025 · England, United Kingdom

Pubblicato29 lug 2025

Durata6:11

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneEngland, United Kingdom

Downhill at Last & A Conservative First NightThe crew maintains a conservative double headsail configuration while navigating traffic separation schemes south of Fastnet Rock.28 lug 2025 · off the coast of Ireland, south of Fastnet Rock

Pubblicato28 lug 2025

Durata7:13

Visualizzazioni2K

Posizioneoff the coast of Ireland, south of Fastnet Rock

Fastnet on the BowThe 80-foot Osprey rounds Fastnet Rock after a beat from the Solent during the Fastnet race.28 lug 2025 · Fastnet Rock, Ireland

Pubblicato28 lug 2025

Durata7:36

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PosizioneFastnet Rock, Ireland

100Nm to the Fastnet Rock!The crew expects to reach Fastnet Rock by 17:00 before hoisting the spinnaker for the final leg.28 lug 2025 · Celtic Sea, 100 nautical miles from Fastnet Rock

Pubblicato28 lug 2025

Durata1:12

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PosizioneCeltic Sea, 100 nautical miles from Fastnet Rock

30 Miles to Go & I'm Running Out of Fuel!A sailor uses a drill pump to transfer emergency diesel reserves after primary fuel systems fail offshore.24 lug 2025 · English Channel

Pubblicato24 lug 2025

Durata32:29

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneEnglish Channel

Transatlantic Voyage Complete.Chris completes a 15-day transatlantic passage from Maine to the UK in preparation for the Fastnet race.20 lug 2025 · English Channel, south of the Lizard, UK

Pubblicato20 lug 2025

Durata8:24

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PosizioneEnglish Channel, south of the Lizard, UK

Entering the English Channel - AIS Contact Sighted | Mariner 36020 lug 2025

Pubblicato20 lug 2025

Durata4:24

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Calm Seas Before the Final PushA solo sailor manages battery charging and sail damage while navigating the final 440 miles toward Cherbourg.19 lug 2025 · approaching the English Channel

Pubblicato19 lug 2025

Durata20:40

Visualizzazioni2K

Posizioneapproaching the English Channel

9 Years of Sail Training On Youtube. Now I'm Asking For a Little HelpChris troubleshoots a Raymarine autopilot sensor failure and manages a degrading mainsail on an Open 60.17 lug 2025

Pubblicato17 lug 2025

Durata22:46

Visualizzazioni3K

After the Sh*t Show | The Hard Yards of Solo SailingA 25-ton vessel sustains mainsail damage and autopilot failures while encountering 45-knot winds in the Atlantic.15 lug 2025 · Atlantic Ocean

Pubblicato15 lug 2025

Durata6:52

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneAtlantic Ocean

Mid-Atlantic Skipper's Briefing15 lug 2025

Pubblicato15 lug 2025

Durata21:46

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