DrakeParagon

We are Drake and Monique cruising aboard our Westsail 42 sailboat and home Paragon. We are devoted to exploring the world by sail and have big plans to bring you videos each week that tell stories about the cruising life. We are focused on offshore sailing, living aboard, cultural immersion, friendship, and adventure!  Join us as we sail from North Carolina to Canada, Greenland, Iceland, the …

Rota, Spain· ott 2026

574 video· 106 profondamente analizzati

Filtra e ordina

Video

Pubblicato

Durata

Visualizzazioni

Posizione

Voyage Planning for an Early Sail - Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 11 | DrakeParagon SailingA couple plans a 45-mile coastal passage from Spain to Rota using PredictWind for tidal current timing.4 ott 2026 · Rota, Spain

Pubblicato4 ott 2026

Durata24:16

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneRota, Spain

This Broke...And I'm Okay With That? Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 10 | DrakeParagon SailingDrake and Monique anchor in strong current and rely on sensory cues after their wind instrument fails.15 ago 2026 · Ouled Saad, Tunisia

Pubblicato15 ago 2026

Durata11:59

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneOuled Saad, Tunisia

Ramming Speed! - Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 9 | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew of Paragon times their arrival at a narrow channel to coincide with slack tide.8 ago 2026 · Ayamonte, Spain

Pubblicato8 ago 2026

Durata14:24

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneAyamonte, Spain

Our Sailing Apps: Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 8 | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew uses Navily and PredictWind to plan a coastal route while avoiding orcas near Spain.1 ago 2026 · Cádiz, Spain

Pubblicato1 ago 2026

Durata17:20

Visualizzazioni1K

PosizioneCádiz, Spain

When Things Go Wrong! - Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 7 | DrakeParagon SailingDrake repairs a failed Harken traveler car assembly after a cotter pin shears during a channel entry.18 lug 2026 · Tunis, Tunisia

Pubblicato18 lug 2026

Durata17:28

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneTunis, Tunisia

First Day Sailing Portugal - Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 6 | DrakeParagon SailingA Westsail 42 times a flood-tide entry into Faro's 8-knot tidal channel while hugging shore to avoid orca attacks.11 lug 2026 · Portugal

Pubblicato11 lug 2026

Durata22:45

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizionePortugal

Land Ho! We Arrive in Portugal - Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 5 | DrakeParagon SailingOrca-zone waypoints and a daylight deadline shape a Westsail 42's first landfall in Portugal.27 giu 2026 · off the coast of Portugal

Pubblicato27 giu 2026

Durata20:54

Visualizzazioni2K

Posizioneoff the coast of Portugal

Cooking While Sailing Offshore - Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 4 | DrakeParagon SailingA Westsail 42 crew manages offshore passage planning, shipping lane crossings, and onboard meal preparation while avoiding orcas.20 giu 2026 · off the coast of Portugal

Pubblicato20 giu 2026

Durata15:34

Visualizzazioni2K

Posizioneoff the coast of Portugal

A Day in the Life of Sailing Offshore - Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 3 | DrakeParagon SailingNavigating a six-ship convoy in Mediterranean shipping lanes while sailing solo overnight on a Westsail 42.13 giu 2026 · Mediterranean Sea

Pubblicato13 giu 2026

Durata23:08

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneMediterranean Sea

Pushing Through Orca Territory: Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 2 | DrakeParagon SailingDrake routes through Atlantic shipping lanes to avoid orca territory on a Vigo-to-Tunisia passage.6 giu 2026 · Vigo, Spain

Pubblicato6 giu 2026

Durata16:10

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneVigo, Spain

First Day and We're Pushing Off! Sailing from Spain to Tunisia, Part 1 | DrakeParagon SailingA Westsail 42 routes 55 miles offshore from Spain to avoid orca attacks on the passage to Tunisia.30 mag 2026 · Moaña, Spain

Pubblicato30 mag 2026

Durata18:43

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneMoaña, Spain

Mo's Marina Tours: Puerto Deportivo de Moaña in Moaña, Spain | DrakeParagon SailingPuerto Deportivo de Moaña offers 400 berths, a chandlery, and a ferry four minutes from the dock.24 mag 2026 · O Redondo, Spain

Pubblicato24 mag 2026

Durata6:31

Visualizzazioni1K

PosizioneO Redondo, Spain

All the Upgrades We Did to Prepare for Our Sail to Tunisia! | DrakeParagon SailingA Westsail 42 replaces lead-acid batteries with 3,000 Ah lithium and boosts solar to 3,300 watts before sailing to Tunisia.16 mag 2026 · New Forest, United Kingdom

Pubblicato16 mag 2026

Durata11:28

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneNew Forest, United Kingdom

Cybertake S2 Pro Portable AC: Can It Cool Our 42ft Sailboat? | DrakeParagon SailingCybertake S2 Pro drops a Westsail 42 aft cabin from 24.5°C to 17.9°C in 10 minutes drawing 38–44 amps at 12V.25 apr 2026 · O Redondo, Spain

Pubblicato25 apr 2026

Durata25:39

Visualizzazioni8K

PosizioneO Redondo, Spain

Our Solar Setup at Anchor in the Helford River in Cornwall, England | DrakeParagon SailingManually tracking the sun with adjustable rail-mounted 130-watt panels swings the battery monitor from −10 to +5 amps.18 apr 2026 · Mawnan Smith, United Kingdom

Pubblicato18 apr 2026

Durata12:39

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneMawnan Smith, United Kingdom

We've Arrived! Sailing from Brest, France to Falmouth, England - Part 5 | DrakeParagon SailingUK Border Force boards Paragon at sea and requests the original bill of sale during entry clearance.28 mar 2026 · Cornwall, United Kingdom

Pubblicato28 mar 2026

Durata23:24

Visualizzazioni5K

PosizioneCornwall, United Kingdom

Why Keep A Watch While Sailing? - Sailing from France to England, Part 4 | DrakeParagon SailingTwo large ships close to under 0.2 nautical miles; VHF calls and AIS avert collision on a solo night passage.14 mar 2026 · English Channel

Pubblicato14 mar 2026

Durata18:38

Visualizzazioni4K

PosizioneEnglish Channel

Should We Have Left? Sailing from Brest, France to Falmouth, England - Part 3 | DrakeParagon SailingWestsail 42 motors 12 miles into 30-knot headwinds leaving Brest before catching a 10-knot tidal chute toward England.7 mar 2026 · Brest, France

Pubblicato7 mar 2026

Durata19:36

Visualizzazioni4K

PosizioneBrest, France

Sailing from Brest, France to Falmouth, England: Part 2 | DrakeParagon SailingWestsail 42 times a slack-current departure from Brest into 30-knot headwinds bound for Falmouth.28 feb 2026 · Brest, France

Pubblicato28 feb 2026

Durata20:19

Visualizzazioni4K

PosizioneBrest, France

Sailing from Brest, France to Falmouth, England: Part 1 | DrakeParagon SailingBrest-to-Falmouth departure aborted when local gusts hit 32 knots despite a favorable offshore forecast.21 feb 2026 · Brest, France

Pubblicato21 feb 2026

Durata17:11

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneBrest, France

Is This the Best Part of Cruising? DrakeParagon SailingA Westsail 42 crew navigates around a U.S. Navy submarine convoy while departing Brest, France.14 feb 2026 · La Celle-sous-Gouzon, France

Pubblicato14 feb 2026

Durata30:15

Visualizzazioni5K

PosizioneLa Celle-sous-Gouzon, France

Sailing in France: From Golfe du Morbihan to Brest, Part 4 | DrakeParagonUsing the Predict Current app helps time coastal passages to maximize favorable tidal current assistance.24 gen 2026 · Crozon, France

Pubblicato24 gen 2026

Durata38:23

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneCrozon, France

Sailing in France: Golfe du Morbihan to Brest, Part 3 | DrakeParagonTiming a strong tidal gate near Brest using the Predict Wind current app delivers 9-knot boat speed.17 gen 2026 · Guidel, France

Pubblicato17 gen 2026

Durata34:09

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneGuidel, France

Sailing in France: From the Golfe du Morbihan to Brest: Part 2 | DrakeParagon SailingForecast winds fail on a Golfe du Morbihan–to–Brest passage; Drake commissions the Hydrovane wind vane at sea for the first time.10 gen 2026 · Saint-Jean-Trolimon, France

Pubblicato10 gen 2026

Durata31:21

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneSaint-Jean-Trolimon, France

Sailing in France: From the Golfe du Morbihan to Brest: Part 1 | DrakeParagon SailingA Westsail 42 crew uses current and weather apps to plan a coastal passage from Brittany to Brest.3 gen 2026 · Kergonan, France

Pubblicato3 gen 2026

Durata25:23

Visualizzazioni4K

PosizioneKergonan, France

All Day Electric Propulsion with the Vatrer 24v 200Ah LiFePO4 Battery | DrakeParagon SailingDrake installs a Vatrer 24V 200Ah LiFePO4 battery to run a trolling motor all day from solar power.29 nov 2025

Pubblicato29 nov 2025

Durata1:01:13

Visualizzazioni4K

Electric Dinghy Speed & Range Test — Powered by LiTime LiFePO4! (Part 2) | DrakeParagon SailingA Westsail 42 owner powers a dinghy with LiTime LiFePO4 batteries and an electric trolling motor.13 nov 2025

Pubblicato13 nov 2025

Durata36:59

Visualizzazioni1K

LiTime 24V 50Ah LiFePO4 for electric propulsion: DIY Battery Boxes + How to Wire 2 in ParallelParallel wiring of two 24V lithium batteries provides sufficient current for high-draw electric dinghy trolling motors.8 nov 2025

Pubblicato8 nov 2025

Durata32:45

Visualizzazioni2K

Is the SMACO S700 Mini Scuba Tank and Compressor Worth It for DIY Hull Cleaning at Anchor?A 42-foot Westsail 42 hull is cleaned at anchor using a 2-liter Smaco S700 mini scuba tank.11 ott 2025 · Mawnan Smith, United Kingdom

Pubblicato11 ott 2025

Durata16:15

Visualizzazioni4K

PosizioneMawnan Smith, United Kingdom

French Grocery Haul with the Burley Travoy Bike Trailer | DrakeParagon SailingDrake and Monique use a Burley Travoy trailer to transport groceries from a Carrefour in Larmerbaden, France.20 set 2025 · Erdeven, France

Pubblicato20 set 2025

Durata23:06

Visualizzazioni5K

PosizioneErdeven, France

A Day Off The Boat Exploring in the Golfe du Morbihan, France! | DrakeParagon SailingDrake and Monique time a Port Navalo dinghy landing around an 8-foot tidal drop in the Golfe du Morbihan.13 set 2025 · Kerguet, France

Pubblicato13 set 2025

Durata14:25

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneKerguet, France

Smaco S700 Mini Scuba Tank + Compressor: Hull Cleaning Made Easy! | DrakeParagon SailingThe Smaco S700 2-liter mini tank and Heap One compressor handle hull cleaning from anchor without a dive shop.6 set 2025

Pubblicato6 set 2025

Durata25:05

Visualizzazioni19K

Hot Showers & Dinghy Hacks - Boat Life in France | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew of Paragon uses a pressurized garden sprayer for water-efficient showers while at anchor in France.31 ago 2025 · La Celle-sous-Gouzon, France

Pubblicato31 ago 2025

Durata25:01

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneLa Celle-sous-Gouzon, France

Sailing Across The Bay of Biscay From Spain To France: Part 4, We're Here! | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew of *Paragon* times their arrival at the Gulf of Morbihan to ensure daylight navigation.24 ago 2025 · Bay of Biscay

Pubblicato24 ago 2025

Durata28:21

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneBay of Biscay

Sailing Across The Bay Of Biscay From Spain To France: Part 3 | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew sails 226 nautical miles across the Bay of Biscay without using the engine for propulsion.16 ago 2025 · Bay of Biscay

Pubblicato16 ago 2025

Durata23:34

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneBay of Biscay

Sailing Across The Bay of Biscay From Spain To France: Part 2 | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew of Paragon crosses the Bay of Biscay while managing heavy swell and prioritizing fuel conservation.2 ago 2025 · Bay of Biscay

Pubblicato2 ago 2025

Durata35:10

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneBay of Biscay

Sailing Across The Bay of Biscay From Spain to France: Part 1 | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew of Paragon departs Vivero, Spain, for a 300-mile passage across the Bay of Biscay to France.26 lug 2025 · Viveiro, Spain

Pubblicato26 lug 2025

Durata20:34

Visualizzazioni4K

PosizioneViveiro, Spain

Mo's Marina Moments: Marina Viveiro in Viveiro, Spain | DrakeParagon SailingMarina Viveiro in northern Spain offers 16-amp power, a chandlery, and a Gaddis Hypermarket for provisioning.19 lug 2025 · Viveiro, Spain

Pubblicato19 lug 2025

Durata6:28

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneViveiro, Spain

Vatrer LiFePO4 Upgrade = All Electric Cooking on Our Sailboat! | DrakeParagon SailingUpgrading to two 300-amp-hour VATRER lithium batteries enables all-electric cooking on a 42-foot sailboat.1 giu 2025 · Brest, France

Pubblicato1 giu 2025

Durata37:47

Visualizzazioni10K

PosizioneBrest, France

The Solar Setup Every Cruiser Needs? Installing Renogy ShadowFlux Panels | DrakeParagon SailingInstalling 400 watts of Renogy ShadowFlux solar panels on a 42-foot sailboat using NOAA rail mounts.13 mag 2025 · Mylor Churchtown, United Kingdom

Pubblicato13 mag 2025

Durata31:39

Visualizzazioni17K

PosizioneMylor Churchtown, United Kingdom

Important Addendum to previous video "Installing 2432AH Lithium"Drake fabricates a Lexan bus bar shield after Blue Sea Systems covers proved unavailable in the UK.16 feb 2025 · Moffat, United Kingdom

Pubblicato16 feb 2025

Durata1:45

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneMoffat, United Kingdom

How We Installed 2,432 Amp hours of Fogstar LiFePO4 Batteries On Our SailboatA 42-foot sailboat upgrades to a 2,432-amp-hour LiFePO4 house bank using four 608-amp-hour Fogstar Drift batteries.15 feb 2025 · Mawnan Smith, United Kingdom

Pubblicato15 feb 2025

Durata1:03:44

Visualizzazioni9K

PosizioneMawnan Smith, United Kingdom

Sailing to Bilbao, Spain: Part 2 | DrakeParagon SailingA 40-foot sailboat anchors in Bilbao, Spain, using a 5:1 scope to prepare for incoming heavy weather.17 ago 2024 · Bay of Biscay

Pubblicato17 ago 2024

Durata26:32

Visualizzazioni5K

PosizioneBay of Biscay

Sailing to Bilbao, Spain: Part 1 | DrakeParagon SailingDrake and Monique depart Gijón, Spain, for a 130-nautical-mile passage to Bilbao amid uncertain weather forecasts.10 ago 2024 · Gijón, Spain

Pubblicato10 ago 2024

Durata24:58

Visualizzazioni6K

PosizioneGijón, Spain

Towing A Disabled Boat At Sea: Part 3 | DrakeParagon SailingDrake and Monique use a long-stowed rib to tow a disabled boat into a marina during heavy weather.27 lug 2024 · Marmaris, Turkey

Pubblicato27 lug 2024

Durata33:49

Visualizzazioni7K

PosizioneMarmaris, Turkey

The Bluetti AC200L Expandable Power Station on our Sailboat! | Paragon's Favorite Stuff Ep. 23The Bluetti AC200L power station provides 2400W of inverter output for high-draw galley appliances on a sailboat.13 lug 2024 · Mawnan Smith, United Kingdom

Pubblicato13 lug 2024

Durata31:50

Visualizzazioni6K

PosizioneMawnan Smith, United Kingdom

Towing A Disabled Boat At Sea: Part 2 | DrakeParagon Sailing*Paragon* tows a disabled sailboat to Gijon, Spain, after an engine failure creates a risk of grounding.29 giu 2024 · Gijón, Spain

Pubblicato29 giu 2024

Durata23:09

Visualizzazioni6K

PosizioneGijón, Spain

Towing A Disabled Boat At Sea: Part 1 | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew of *Paragon* considers towing *Alana Wally* after the latter suffers an engine overheat near Gijón.22 giu 2024 · Gijón, Spain

Pubblicato22 giu 2024

Durata23:31

Visualizzazioni9K

PosizioneGijón, Spain

A Sad Goodbye in Gijón, Spain | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew of Paragon prepares for a passage to Morocco after completing a transit to Gijón, Spain.1 giu 2024 · Gijón, Spain

Pubblicato1 giu 2024

Durata12:14

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneGijón, Spain

We Sailed to Spain! - DrakeParagon SailingParagon's Westsail 42 reaches Gijón ahead of a 35-knot front after five days at sea.25 mag 2024 · Culleredo, Spain

Pubblicato25 mag 2024

Durata28:58

Visualizzazioni5K

PosizioneCulleredo, Spain

Racing a Storm - Sailing to Spain from Ireland across the Bay of Biscay | DrakeParagon SailingA 40-foot sailboat races across the Bay of Biscay to outrun a storm system reaching Gijon, Spain.18 mag 2024 · Bay of Biscay

Pubblicato18 mag 2024

Durata21:28

Visualizzazioni5K

PosizioneBay of Biscay

Big Decisions Sailing Across the Bay of Biscay | DrakeParagon SailingA crew motor-sails across the Bay of Biscay to outrun a 30-knot wind system before reaching port.27 apr 2024 · Bay of Biscay

Pubblicato27 apr 2024

Durata19:50

Visualizzazioni5K

PosizioneBay of Biscay

Sailing Across the Bay of Biscay from Ireland to Spain, Day 3 | DrakeParagon SailingA crew manages sail trim and battery switching to maintain speed toward Gijón, Spain, before heavy winds.13 apr 2024 · Bay of Biscay

Pubblicato13 apr 2024

Durata34:32

Visualizzazioni7K

PosizioneBay of Biscay

Day 2 Sailing from Ireland to Spain | DrakeParagon SailingA crew sails from Dingle, Ireland, toward Spain, managing reefing and engine use to maintain steady speed.30 mar 2024 · off the coast of County Kerry, Ireland

Pubblicato30 mar 2024

Durata30:25

Visualizzazioni6K

Posizioneoff the coast of County Kerry, Ireland

Sailing from Ireland to Spain: First Day | DrakeParagon SailingA crew sails from Ireland to Spain, navigating between the Skellig Islands and Lemon Rock under sail.16 mar 2024 · West Clare Municipal District, Ireland

Pubblicato16 mar 2024

Durata23:43

Visualizzazioni8K

PosizioneWest Clare Municipal District, Ireland

Sailing to Spain from Dingle, Ireland with Our Amazing Crew Éanna! | DrakeParagon SailingDrake and Monique depart Dingle, Ireland, for Gijón, Spain, using Iridium Go weather routing to avoid storms.9 mar 2024 · Kenmare Municipal District, Ireland

Pubblicato9 mar 2024

Durata31:36

Visualizzazioni8K

PosizioneKenmare Municipal District, Ireland

Replacing the Windex at the Top of the Mast in Dingle, Ireland | DrakeParagon SailingDrake fabricates a custom aluminum extension to mount a new Windex wind indicator in Dingle, Ireland.24 feb 2024 · Kenmare Municipal District, Ireland

Pubblicato24 feb 2024

Durata11:30

Visualizzazioni5K

PosizioneKenmare Municipal District, Ireland

Sailing Ireland's West Coast: Portacloy to Dingle, Part 2 | DrakeParagon SailingA 36-hour passage from Portacloy to Dingle requires managing downwind sail configurations and tight maintenance schedules.17 feb 2024 · Conamara Municipal District, Ireland

Pubblicato17 feb 2024

Durata35:56

Visualizzazioni9K

PosizioneConamara Municipal District, Ireland

Sailing Ireland's West Coast: Portacloy to Dingle, Part 1 | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew navigates a 150-nautical-mile passage from Portacloy to Dingle using PredictWind to optimize downwind sail trim.10 feb 2024 · Westport-Belmullet Municipal District, Ireland

Pubblicato10 feb 2024

Durata35:59

Visualizzazioni12K

PosizioneWestport-Belmullet Municipal District, Ireland

First Sail With Our Hydrovane Wind Vane & A Beautiful Irish Anchorage | DrakeParagon SailingThe crew uses painted chain markers to verify 75 feet of scope while anchoring in 15 feet.27 gen 2024 · County Tipperary, Ireland

Pubblicato27 gen 2024

Durata19:06

Visualizzazioni8K

PosizioneCounty Tipperary, Ireland

Filtra e ordinaFatto

Ordina

VideoPubblicato ↓DurataVisualizzazioniPosizione

Video

Pubblicato

202625202517202419202320202220202127202031201953201828201729201642201538201480201321201250

Durata

Meno di 10 min13210–20 min17020–40 min187Oltre 40 min11

Visualizzazioni

100K–1M visualizzazioni610K–100K visualizzazioni273Meno di 10K visualizzazioni221

Posizione

Aappilattoq, Greenland1Ardeonaig, United Kingdom1Atlantic Ocean1Ayamonte, Spain1Bay of Biscay7Boston, United States4Brest, France4Cádiz, Spain1Conamara Municipal District, Ireland1Cornwall, United Kingdom1County Tipperary, Ireland1Crozon, France1Culleredo, Spain1Donegal Municipal District, Ireland1English Channel1Erdeven, France1Gijón, Spain4Glasgow, United Kingdom1Gloucester, United States3Greenland1Guidel, France1Highland, United Kingdom1Hrunamannahreppur, Iceland1Kenmare Municipal District, Ireland2Kergonan, France1Kerguet, France1Koltur, Faroe Islands1Kujalleq, Greenland4La Celle-sous-Gouzon, France2Lunenburg, Canada3Marmaris, Turkey1Mawnan Smith, United Kingdom4Mediterranean Sea1Moaña, Spain1Moffat, United Kingdom1Monroe County, United States1Mylor Churchtown, United Kingdom1New Forest, United Kingdom1North Atlantic Ocean, en route to Reykjavik1North Sea, between Faroe Islands and Scotland1O Redondo, Spain2off the coast of County Kerry, Ireland1off the coast of Portugal2Ouled Saad, Tunisia1Portree, United Kingdom1Portugal1Reykjavik, Iceland1Rota, Spain1Saint-Jean-Trolimon, France1Saksun, Faroe Islands1Scotland, United Kingdom1Sermersooq, Greenland1St. John's, Canada2Stornoway, United Kingdom3The Municipal District of Bandon-Kinsale, Ireland1Tunis, Tunisia1Válur, Faroe Islands3Vatnsoyrar, Faroe Islands1Vigo, Spain1Viveiro, Spain2West Clare Municipal District, Ireland1Westport-Belmullet Municipal District, Ireland1