Sailing Alone from Bora Bora to American Samoa 1110 Nautical Miles on a 30ft Sailboat

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  • Опубликовано: 16 ноя 2024

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  • @ybkaa9701
    @ybkaa9701 Год назад +254

    I love that you don't put music over your videos. I feel like the silence, and the ambience of wherever you are is way more honest. I appreciate that kinda thing!

    • @stankythecat6735
      @stankythecat6735 Год назад +6

      Oh ya ! Me also , it’s very raw and very immersive.

    • @WillN2Go1
      @WillN2Go1 Год назад +2

      @@daffymore This is the best compliment, music that's there but so well integrated we don't notice it.
      The flip side of James is Gunboat videos. If I ever got rich enough to buy a Gunboat I think I'd name it, "Hit Mute!" Who goes sailing and when the wind picks up says, "Hey, let's play some loud canned muzak!"

    • @bradgradert
      @bradgradert Год назад +1

      agree. very natural and real.

    • @There.Is.Only.Now.
      @There.Is.Only.Now. Год назад

      I’d put pirates of the caribbean music over it 😂 i know just NO

    • @patrickgodinhodias8085
      @patrickgodinhodias8085 Год назад

      Ppp

  • @protonneutron9046
    @protonneutron9046 Год назад +12

    When I was a kid your videos would have been a whole year of National Geographic specials on national TV.

  • @Proletariat-1914
    @Proletariat-1914 Год назад +80

    Really enjoy watching you live your dream James. A true inspiration! Be safe friend

  • @JourneyoftheSeas
    @JourneyoftheSeas 2 месяца назад +2

    These hour long episodes are everythingggggg 🥰

  • @turnerrebornstudios
    @turnerrebornstudios 5 месяцев назад +5

    Brother, YOU are a champion. I hope to live that life someday as well. i have lived on two sailboats but were mostly marina pets. I want to be out on the open sea. Just so you know, when days are bad and things are rough, you are a champion to people like me who love and appreciate what you are doing. cheers bud. If you are ever in Washington state and need something, let me know and i'll run out to the coast and deliver. Fair winds and following seas brother.

  • @johnlove4183
    @johnlove4183 Год назад +36

    Your calm logical problem solving in the middle of the night on a rocking deck is impressive!

  • @9pm_sunrise
    @9pm_sunrise 2 месяца назад +2

    22:38 These are words that will save your life at sea. Any new sailors reading this need to take this to heart. Panic slows response time through useless exertion and that, when in a dire situation, can prove to be fatal. Stay calm, because the situation has already occurred and there is no going back. You can only look ahead with a sound mind and act as needed to remedy the problem. PANIC CAN KILL!

  • @hoosierpete
    @hoosierpete Год назад +18

    I don't know if you will see this or not, but I'm proud of you, to go through what you did at the start of this journey and sail on like a champ, says a lot about who you are. I wish you nothing but the best and I will continue watching to the end.

  • @iamfarrkin684
    @iamfarrkin684 Год назад +27

    My family lived in American Samoa when I was a young boy. A few years ago, my brother and I took our father back to the island for his final visit. It’s such an incredible place, with absolutely wonderful people, and I’m so excited to experience it once again, but through your lens. Your spirit for adventure inspires me. Thanks!

  • @Jolie_sailor
    @Jolie_sailor Год назад +14

    On a depressing Sunday up in Canada, this was a great escape!!! Thank you!!!

  • @WillN2Go1
    @WillN2Go1 Год назад +21

    "It's impossible to film waves." How do I know other sailing RUclipsrs aren't watching your channel James? They aren't gimbaling/gyroing their camera like you do. You do a better job of conveying what it's like to be at sea than anyone else. (Looks just like it does from my kayak.) I would think they'd have learned from you by now.
    And yes we support you and what you are accomplishing. Every milestone you reach, every hurdle you overcome, every time you successfully anchor in someplace new and distant. Terrific videos, really captures what it's like.

    • @joeblow5034
      @joeblow5034 Год назад +1

      I noticed that too! I thought that it was weird that the camera didnt move with the boat. I thought to myself that there must be someone else on the boat filming him. Never thought that he had the camera on a gimbal.

    • @NateSail82
      @NateSail82 Год назад

      Yes as an aspiring liveaboard I really appreciate the raw nature of James channel. The rich folks on their tris and cats don't have anything on this style of video.

  • @matatooie
    @matatooie Год назад +25

    The jazz was killer! I have to say, your passages are so awesome! I love that when the shift hits fan, you have the forethought to start rolling the camera! Thank you so much for that. I know your heart must have been beating a mile a minute each time, but taking us with you while you work the problem is amazing!

  • @MrSete15
    @MrSete15 Год назад +1

    Living the dream my friend

  • @christophersmay4508
    @christophersmay4508 Год назад +27

    Good Cap'n James, another fantastic video. There is much value in what you give us, thank you. The angles were great, I especially loved the view from close to the bow looking to the stern with the cockpit in frame. The ending ships log was also great. Stay safe and try to relax out there!

  • @pilatesonthewater9963
    @pilatesonthewater9963 Год назад +11

    James! You have really excelled yourself with this EPIC video! Loved, loved, loved it! Those of us who live aboard and sail, really enjoy the true reality of sailing! We admire the fact you are solo on this voyage, know and understand the difficulties you are overcoming alone. It is amazing that you managed to film two really scary emergencies, when the majority of us would be panicking and forget to film the reality of that! Loved the jazzy ‘Christian Williamson’ type music too! Very classy! The summit of this whole video for me though, was your beautifully written articulate epilogue! The summary of what it actually feels like to be at sea, emotionally, physically, visually! Your words were like poetry. Certainly, they should be recorded as all good historical tales are. I look forward to reading the book. Well done Captain! Mission accomplished. ❤

    • @SailorJames
      @SailorJames  Год назад +5

      Thank you 🙏🏻 yeah it’s no small feat to film emergencies when you are solo but I try and do my best. Thanks for the kind comment

  • @Gordan1962
    @Gordan1962 Год назад +8

    James u are incredible,the courage and your enthusiasm is fascinating,safe travels my friend

  • @DAVEEMAN1
    @DAVEEMAN1 Год назад +4

    Epilogue was … spot on. Well done Captain.

  • @sharronhumphries6727
    @sharronhumphries6727 Год назад +1

    Absolutely love the transition to sailing......finally free !!!.

  • @dannyfisher9223
    @dannyfisher9223 Год назад +18

    Man that was one epic sail solo 😎

    • @stankythecat6735
      @stankythecat6735 Год назад +1

      He has MASSIVE brass balls. Jesus.

    • @dannyfisher9223
      @dannyfisher9223 Год назад +2

      @@stankythecat6735 id reckon! He handles it all like a boss!!! Great job that's for sure 👌

  • @hylkevermeulen950
    @hylkevermeulen950 Год назад +12

    Dude! Thank you so much! This episode nails it, I was on the tip of my chair the whole episode. When it got hectic you told yourself to stay calm. That’s exactly what I would do😂. Again thank you for taking us with you. 🙏

    • @DAVEEMAN1
      @DAVEEMAN1 Год назад +2

      To verbalize “stay calm”. Yes, totally agree.

  • @Divine-foodCoUk
    @Divine-foodCoUk Год назад +8

    Probably one of your best films yet. The work you put into the edit and production is well appreciated. Thanks James. 😎

  • @softlanding138
    @softlanding138 Год назад +4

    James, I love how you stand amidst your rig feeling, listening, sensing and understanding exactly what shs doing. It's a wonderful partnership, you and her, your absolute trusted friend and willing extension of your spirit!

  • @jamievespa
    @jamievespa Год назад +14

    What an incredible tale! Thank you for calmly capturing and explaining everything, even in the worst situations! I’m not a sailor, your videos came to me via the YT algorithm but I have to say your videos are absolutely inspiring and I look forward to every upload! May your onward travels be safe and fulfilling!

  • @wc6502
    @wc6502 Год назад +2

    What a way to pull it all together in the end. A timeless message that we can all apply to our lives.

  • @cj9667
    @cj9667 Год назад +3

    Wow…gawd that was a little excitement ..yeah? The video of the waves make them appear HUGE..and if you say it doesn’t do it justice..holy crap! That was some serious rocking. I would be puking and terrified at the same time. You were a beast fixing that rail! Don’t know anything about sailing but love watching your journey! Thanks for sharing James!

    • @SailorJames
      @SailorJames  Год назад +2

      Yeah the seas where raging on that passage

  • @gcrauwels941
    @gcrauwels941 Год назад +3

    Appreciate the production value you add to your story, it truly flows like a documentary.

  • @lailataieb9301
    @lailataieb9301 Год назад +2

    Respects to you James! Please keep us with you on your journey!
    May god keep you safe! 🙏😘

  • @wwlee9583
    @wwlee9583 Год назад +6

    James, I've followed you since that episode you lost the rudder mid ocean. This is another memorable episode. Thank you for sharing it with us. Wwlee, Singapore

    • @SailorJames
      @SailorJames  Год назад +5

      🙏🏻

    • @mischelle9530
      @mischelle9530 Год назад +1

      @@SailorJamesvicariously through sailor James so awesome

    • @joestewart5692
      @joestewart5692 10 месяцев назад

      @@mischelle9530 Tool referance....nice

  • @george-0197
    @george-0197 Год назад +5

    Music choice and also when and when not to put music was spot on this episode. Love it. Keep sailing and making these. Super inspiring and relaxing to watch. Stay safe out there!

  • @en9635
    @en9635 Год назад +4

    Cheers, James. Nothing but spectacular. Dearly looking forward to seeing more from you.

  • @cosmickate4947
    @cosmickate4947 Год назад +4

    I'm amazed by it all, the sailing, cameras, music, everything. You are an amazing person and it's great to have the opportunity to get a glimpse of your journeys thanks. ⛵💙🌊

  • @gorbalsboy
    @gorbalsboy Год назад +1

    The way you dealt with the ingress of water was very impressive,you showed 'presence of mind' at all times, fantastic

  • @rod8823
    @rod8823 Год назад +4

    Fantastic 🙂
    What an enjoyable hour - and what a great 'epilogue' 😀
    Thank-you so much for sharing 👍

  • @louisross9691
    @louisross9691 Год назад +6

    That was a very nice and heartfelt thank you to your followers. The world is full of good people and you certainly are one of them. I appreciate you taking us along on this journey. Its great to get a small dose of what a solo passage feels like and you capture it for us from the comfort of our living rooms. Well done brother.

  • @kookscandy9509
    @kookscandy9509 Месяц назад

    I love the way the sea sailing sounds prevail in your videos... it's so much more relaxing and welcoming for our own ideas and dreams to add with... so easy to bump into channels with the same old cookie cutter music thing... and you don't try to be all funny and cool either... so... props!

    • @SailorJames
      @SailorJames  Месяц назад +1

      Thank you 🙏🏻 I only use music when I think it can help relate the feeling of being there (ie; tense, nostalgic, emotional) otherwise I try and include as much of the magic of sailing as possible, sound is a big part of that

  • @artureff3046
    @artureff3046 Год назад

    I just checked to see what it was about this time before going to bed and I could not stop watching until the end, cheers...

  • @MikeSantis
    @MikeSantis Год назад +6

    Thank you so much for producing this long video James and taking us with you and somehow being able to kind of get the feeling of how it is like making a 1110 nm crossing. I love your raw productions. I have an old long keel 28 foot and dreaming of ocean crossings. Also the reason that I love following you mostly, instead of large boats carrying all the kind of fancy electronic devices and other stuff on board. Always looking forward to your next video.

  • @zacharybean2537
    @zacharybean2537 Год назад

    Just hoping you stay safe James. We have not much real Truth except what you and other sailors offer us. Thank You.

  • @ciprianpopica
    @ciprianpopica Год назад +1

    I will be asleep .. time difference. But It will be the perfect thing to watch while having my morning coffee. Fair winds James.

  • @alexandramorkin400
    @alexandramorkin400 Год назад +7

    Your adventures continue to inspire…❤

  • @Sunnysunshineshine
    @Sunnysunshineshine Год назад +1

    And you showed us you have a patience one of kind to overcome all those obstacles on your way 👏
    Thank you James and Triteia for sharing your adventure 😍

  • @pennymcaninch2293
    @pennymcaninch2293 Год назад

    Thank you for all the informative content. At 72 I am prepping my Bayfield 40 to start a circumnavigation within two years and spend the rest of my days sailing solo around the globe🇨🇦

  • @michaelg7076
    @michaelg7076 Год назад

    you do realize I'm sitting here trying to remind myself to keep breathing. You are The Man! OG

  • @ultracleansolar
    @ultracleansolar Год назад +2

    Congrats on the passage James, you have a hearty Boat and overcame issues as they arose. really enjoyed the sail.

  • @christinehammell6365
    @christinehammell6365 Год назад +1

    All the best for what's ahead, really looking forward to all that happens in the future. xx Take care xx

  • @michaelhuntarch
    @michaelhuntarch Год назад

    Hey James, I live vicariously through you. You're my hero man. All the best.

  • @christopherh9897
    @christopherh9897 11 месяцев назад

    What an adventure! I love these sailing videos since I can't do them myself. Give me one hour on a boat in waves like these and I turn green and heave ho over the side!

  • @jeremysanderson9673
    @jeremysanderson9673 Год назад +6

    A beautiful film James, thank you. I loved your inspiring monologue at the end. Worthy of Moitissier. I feel that there's a good book in you waiting to be written one day. I know I'd read it!

  • @rickharpman7880
    @rickharpman7880 Год назад +1

    Much respect, James! Love watching your videos. Thank you so much. Just a man with his boat, that's awesome. Be save and enjoy!

  • @softlanding138
    @softlanding138 Год назад +1

    Gotta love you, James!

  • @sharronhumphries6727
    @sharronhumphries6727 Год назад +1

    Absolutely amazing brother.....thank you for sharing !!!.

  • @Ramtots
    @Ramtots Год назад +1

    Needed this today. Thank you for what you’re doing.

  • @rainshadows7086
    @rainshadows7086 Год назад +2

    Thanks for taking us along this epic journey of yours

  • @doug9641
    @doug9641 Год назад +1

    James, you are a genuine soul, and your content is informative and entertaining - one of the best you've made so far!!

    • @SailorJames
      @SailorJames  Год назад +2

      Thank you 🙏🏻 I am very happy with how it turned out!

  • @Chilecoq
    @Chilecoq Год назад

    I have no idea how I got to your channel, but it's been one of the best findings ever. Thanks for sharing your amazing adventures with regular people, and allow us to experience through your eyes the beauty of our oceans and our planet. Stay safe, and keep us feeling those butterflies in the stomach with each one of your journeys.

  • @gypsy_pilot
    @gypsy_pilot Год назад

    Big love from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 I admire yr quest of ultimate freedom 🙏🏻💜

  • @nigelswar245
    @nigelswar245 Год назад +1

    Thanks!

  • @kengaroo5170
    @kengaroo5170 Год назад

    Very nice narrative. Your dialog was like reading a good book. You motivate me to let go and travel by sea. Perhaps once my duties are done. Good job.

  • @dangregory2217
    @dangregory2217 Год назад +8

    Great film making James! . Love the pacing of the edit and the choice of music really helps convey the emotion and drama. Also the horizon leveling on the go pro is pretty amazing. Really gives the sense of the extreme motion and size of the waves while keeping the footage watchable.

    • @SailorJames
      @SailorJames  Год назад +3

      Yeah the GoPro leveling is a total game changer for filming at sea and showing the real motion

  • @michaeldusso6882
    @michaeldusso6882 Год назад

    GREAT passage, and major kudos to whoever is laying those JaZZ tracks down in the background, it is an EXCELLENT addition to the serene scenery !!! Wishing you continued success in your journey.

  • @KlodMey
    @KlodMey Год назад

    Nothing can disturb you, cptain, …i saw a simple sailer in the the huge ocean with a growing experience , very nice adventure, many thk’s again.

  • @Nicoantonio42
    @Nicoantonio42 Год назад +1

    Woooo! Was stoked for this to come out. Watching now

  • @XteVision
    @XteVision Год назад +1

    Its my fafourite sailing channel now. You did it all solo and alone. my deepest respect!!!

  • @adamj.diclemente2346
    @adamj.diclemente2346 Год назад +1

    James, it's really striking how naturally and fully you use "we" to describe your experiences sailing and on passage. You're really embodying the tradition of being at sea *with* Triteia as a companion, not *on* Triteia as your tool. This stood out to me watching you speak direct to camera on this video (and your others). A small thing, but not unnoticed.

    • @SailorJames
      @SailorJames  Год назад +2

      Yes I am just the steward of Triteia, I saved her from neglect and she saved me from myself. We are in this together.

  • @deborahdoyle6743
    @deborahdoyle6743 5 месяцев назад

    You bring the essence of sailing to your videos.

  • @RoryL83
    @RoryL83 Год назад +3

    That wasn't a sailing video but more a work of art. You have mastered both sailing and cinematography to make art. This is the sailor's sailing channel. Yves Gelinas would be proud of this one. Thanks James, that was great.

  • @gangstagrandma
    @gangstagrandma Год назад +1

    Glad Holly recommended your channel!

  • @Mr.T-BAGGIN-UR-MOM
    @Mr.T-BAGGIN-UR-MOM Год назад +6

    I been waiting for this, I love these sailing videos. Being from Iowa ive never had a chance to sail, but it would be something awesome to experience. Way to go man, keep the videos coming!

  • @keeldragger
    @keeldragger Год назад +2

    I thought the tuna canneries closed down. They smelled horrible when I was there 15 years ago. I also heard about the terrible holding. Great passage, James!!!

  • @Freeagent2000
    @Freeagent2000 Год назад

    Thank you for your beautiful calming videos. They definitely help me relax rest and fall to sleep in peace.

  • @stevedaniel8210
    @stevedaniel8210 Год назад +2

    You inspire many people, sir. God's speed to you.

  • @BuildingSYMistress
    @BuildingSYMistress 6 месяцев назад

    Another GREAT sailing crossing and journey James!
    And your ships log monologue really was thoughtful, original, wise and inspiring, thank you for sharing sir!

    • @SailorJames
      @SailorJames  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you 🙏🏻

    • @BuildingSYMistress
      @BuildingSYMistress 6 месяцев назад

      @@SailorJames Welcome! I've been somewhat having an SV Triteia binge watch lately since coming across your story, which really is a great story and journeys! Also just to add that it was me who sent you a message last week re. if you drop in to Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast (of which Noosa is a part) I would be happy to show you both some of the local 'jewels'.
      Btw I have a small youtube channel documenting Mistress' build journeys and we are close to finally getting her in the water,.. to then start her sailing adventures,.. 🙂⛵

  • @dp5383
    @dp5383 Год назад

    I can't imagine the stream of expletives I'd be spewing putting that boom back on. You're a patient man.

    • @SailorJames
      @SailorJames  Год назад +1

      Being patient makes life much easier

  • @Trampoline116
    @Trampoline116 Год назад

    Thank you James, fantastic video. It’s a pleasure to go sailing with you!

  • @murphmurph2124
    @murphmurph2124 Год назад +1

    Thank you James for sharing your life's amazing journey ❤️

  • @judithnicholais1492
    @judithnicholais1492 Год назад

    What a beautiful piece of writing that was James. I am going to listen again. I loved it. And this gorgeous film. A nail biter in places. Your bravery blows me away.

  • @kevingardner1658
    @kevingardner1658 Год назад

    Thank you for your effort and how you include us in your travels - fair winds my friend

  • @patrickfitzoot
    @patrickfitzoot Год назад

    Best yet. I liked the long form and you are capturing boat motion more than most, especially the downwind with big seas.

  • @yamamoto909tvvideosandgame3
    @yamamoto909tvvideosandgame3 Год назад +3

    Brother is living life with full lungs. I wish you to find someone special and to sail it together. Loneliness is ok sometimes and i know that you had a break-up but hey life moves on. I am wishing you find someone like you to sail with. God speed brother, Greetings from a Serbian fan :)

  • @rodolfoperez188
    @rodolfoperez188 Год назад

    Very nice video, dear James, by the way you keep calm in spite of the daily problems of a tipic solo navigation, by the way you put the cameras in the right position to take good angles takes....
    In all the time we enjoy the sense of natural enviroment, without "overacting"...
    This is the first video I have seen of you, so now I have a lot of videos to watch...
    Good winds and wings...

  • @rickbertram238
    @rickbertram238 Год назад

    your dissertation at the end was incredible. So good, thank you.

  • @glatisant74
    @glatisant74 Год назад +1

    Enjoy your videos a lot. You have such an in depth, sensitive and humble spirit, and feels very strongly how important this voyage is for you, how strongly you resonate with the boat, with the ocean. It is rare to see, kindof a Moitissier's deep involvement with all his soul and physics, you seem to have almost the same.
    I used to watch all over again and again the movie of canadian sailor Yves Gelinas in his Alberg30, feel I am re-living those moments and feelings with you.
    Makes me so happy to see it happening. Thank you for all the work you put into the video making, it is an immense work, and such a beautiful outcome.

  • @jackscannell5396
    @jackscannell5396 Год назад

    Just got my first 20ft sailboat thanks for your informative content

  • @FullyAMPT
    @FullyAMPT Год назад +1

    Mate it is good to be apart of your journey, by watching, helps you to keep making your journey and giving us a true insight into how it really is sailing out in some of the remotest places
    Love your work
    Keep at it

  • @chopperwitz
    @chopperwitz 7 месяцев назад

    What an adventure, it had it all! Thank you for sharing.

  • @mischelle9530
    @mischelle9530 Год назад

    I’m so glad I found your channel so awesome to watch you sail solo around the world what an adventure

  • @SailingwithScott
    @SailingwithScott Год назад

    I'm glad to have found you. Very enjoyable to watch and a nice monologue at the close. Fair winds to you.

  • @944buy
    @944buy Год назад

    Thank you for the awesome videos and music. As well as the poetic ending with the log

  • @teresaconboy895
    @teresaconboy895 5 месяцев назад

    Ah, nice. When I was a kid, I used to live in American Samoa. And thank you for pronouncing Pago Pago correctly! 🙂🌴⛵️🇦🇸

  • @odinshunter9297
    @odinshunter9297 Год назад

    Spent years of my life on YT, just found these sailing channels. This one is at the top, great stuff m8. Got my sub for life😊 i wanna buy a sailboat and start roaming the globe asap😂

  • @benallmark9671
    @benallmark9671 Год назад +1

    This was an epic adventure. Thanks for sharing it with us.

  • @PetrolPatrol
    @PetrolPatrol Год назад

    28:00 - 30:00 That shot is mesmerising, I could literally watch that for hours...

  • @Dea8769
    @Dea8769 Год назад

    Legend!!! So glad I found your videos .. so inspiring ❤

  • @sebinasia
    @sebinasia 4 месяца назад

    Just such a delightful video - thank you so much for making and sharing it

  • @mikedobbs1575
    @mikedobbs1575 Год назад +1

    Great Movie James. Excellent music and placement gave a great vibe. Had my attention the whole time.

  • @frankbrockhoft3923
    @frankbrockhoft3923 Год назад

    I have to say you put this professionally but yet in a simple way thank you so much that teach me engaged

  • @jeffmayart
    @jeffmayart Год назад +1

    Great episode James... Many highlights on that one

  • @SailorSpider
    @SailorSpider Год назад

    That smile on face when you cut off engine and go on sails :D Keep this peace in hart all your life James! :)

  • @andrewsheldon5331
    @andrewsheldon5331 Год назад +1

    Great production,music and narration. Enjoyed every minute of your adventure. Thank you for sharing

  • @Solinfused777
    @Solinfused777 Год назад

    This was beautiful! Thank you for sharing your your travels with us 🌊🤍