Details of a Sea Voyage; Sailor James Discusses Various Topics While On An Ocean Passage

Episode #285 : Season 9 : The South Pacific
Hello Friends,
This is an episode that I filmed during my passage between Bora Bora and American Samoa and is meant to explain some of the details of passage making. I talk about everything from the cabin layout for passages to sail plan set up to fishing underway.
I hope this special episode sheds some light on details that often end up on the cutting room floor on the regular passage films.
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[@thomas82160]

This is by far my favorite youtube show. I find myself mesmerized by his travels. Things I may never do, I can see through him.

[@SailorJames]

Thanks for watching 🙏🏻

[@jaystyles2241]

Mine too. When i was younger i was all about racing cars and motorcycles and all that flashy stuff. The older i get the more i want to give up on that kind of fast paced lifestyle and start a live-aboard situation. If i could recoup all the money i spend on cars and bullshit, id be able to buy a really nice boat equip it pretty well.

[@fakiirification]

dont say you may never do it. Go small, Go simple, Go now. 5k gets you a good used catalina 22, perfect for short vacation couple-day trips along the coast.

[@tomcooper5564]

This type of real content is what I search for in a youtube sailing channel .

[@wkylehamilton]

I know this is a really minor thing but watching you work from 9:55-14:00 gave me such a great insight into what it's like at sea. Boats don't move in a straight line, they're flopping all over the place. I know for anyone who has done even the most basic bits of sailing knows this but for someone like me who has never done this these little details really give insight into the experience. There aren't a lot of KZbinrs out there that give that kind of real world insight into these experiences so thank you for showing us what's really like out there. Same at 22:22, I know for people who sail it's silly but it really gave me an idea of what it's like out there that other videos didn't give me. Again thank you for this resource and all that you do.

[@SailorJames]

Thank you 🙏🏻 yes I made some of those scenes longer than I would have in a regular episode to try and get across what it’s really like out there when you are trying to make repairs at sea. I am glad to hear I was successful with the filming and editing 👍🏻

[@wkylehamilton]

@@SailorJames I'm honestly proud to be one of your patrons, this kind of knowledge is something that should be preserved in libraries. Again thank you for everything you do and share with us. You're making a real difference out there for so many people who you'll never meet.

[@garyseven777]

Thank you for sharing and being an inspiration for so many of us! I will be looking at a cruising boat this month so I can go on this adventure in a few years! I’m 66 now and hope to be out there by 70. Thanks,James!

[@dale6349]

Its never too late

[@jsneds9838]

Been a friend and patreon for quite a while, we have always enjoyed being part of your journey. But this time, you have set a new bar for sailing content. This content is exactly what any person wanting to sail needs to see. Honesty is the only policy, and this has to be as honest as it gets. We have so much respect for the dedication you give to your viewers. To provide honest and valuable experience for people wanting to watch a sailor, willing to share. James, we appreciate you sharing this with us. Incredible experience and fantastic content, the best.

[@softlanding138]

It's just incredible what that wind can do to the sails!

[@softlanding138]

You have so much confidence in yourself it's amazing! Your books are going to make history!

[@THEYTHINKTHEYAREGODS]

This is more interesting to watch than anything on TV

[@SailorJames]

🙏🏻

[@RogerMather-gq8rn]

Profoundly good instruction especially about the importance of preventer lines. Thanks so much James.

[@SSully1976]

Love the time you put into these videos ❤ appreciate you friend

[@SailorJames]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@softlanding138]

Always on the edge of my seat chewing my nails off and then up pacing the floor!

[@jimrellis]

Learned a lot on this video. Keep rewinding and listen to each lesson again! Even the preventer explanation was awesome. Thanks James

[@SailorJames]

Happy to hear it 👍🏻

[@scotthorton5796]

Excellent piece of work 👍. You talking through the key / necessary tasks while at sea is great. Thanks

[@yowatup9329]

Yo! For what its worth, this is the type of content that I am looking for. This video taught me more that these others that only show some sailing and more what is going on the island they are visiting. Please make more videos like this. Love your content!

[@danniegrice]

One of the best sail training I've seen. Awesome work!

[@bradgradert]

I enjoyed your wing on wing set up and how you explained it in detail. I learn a lot.from this channel.

[@tomhsu6834]

More episodes like this please James

[@TheMickybutler]

Hey James. This was, really, very good. I like the longer format anyway, but sharing your knowledge in a how to/teaching style, suits you well. It was interesting to see you talking and the background horizon disappear, from top to bottom of the screen, and hopefully shows just how high the swell can get, even in compressed video. Personally, I'd like to see you do more of this format during your passages, and hope it pays you back in more subs and viewing numbers. Cheers, Captain James.

[@John_Long]

Hey James, I loved this video! All the little details you share (including terminology) is really helpful to those of us who are trying to learn more about sailing. Thanks again my friend and may fair winds be with you, as always! 🌬⛵

[@bitty_beastly47]

I love these informative sort of videos. Personally I need to learn more about rigging, ties and sails

[@jeffbenson223]

Great that you took the time to explain the technical side of your passage and the reasons behind your decisions!! Failures, repairs, strategies, and struggles are all a part of the adventure that shouldn't be left out of the story! Love your notation of the ancient Polynesian way-finding masters (their expertise is definitely amazing intricately nuanced), and obvious nod to responsible give/ take attitudes you take with fishing and other ocean resources. Looking forward to your next release!

[@charles.neuman18]

I like this "details" format. Cool!

[@colettedagny-4972]

James wow you explain things very well . In our case we watch and put things into practice immediately thanks

[@TwistyMcFisty1]

That was wonderful. Please do more of these types of videos. I feel like I learned more in this short video than I have learned in dozens of others combined. The way you convey your thoughts is easy to hear and understand. You just make sense. Rad stuff. Thankyou.

[@DannyOvox3]

What an amazing skill to have in life, being able to sail the seas and get anywhere in the world.

[@roadway2peace]

I like your strategy about fishing matter. you are very right about it.

[@db2overland]

This episode was absolutely my favorite so far. I learned so much from it. You explained it so well. Thanks you!

[@curtismccoy2756]

Thanks!

[@albertofassone7488]

you are a legend, good wind!

[@petebowler7295]

Another excellent and informal video, Thank you. Stay safe and fair winds to you.

[@jeanmariejohnson2659]

Thank you James! I don’t comment here often sorry for that. Loved this one and sent it to a few friends who need to see it!

[@WillN2Go1]

Really good episode. I love the Polynesian navigation stuff. Greatest sailors in history. "Captain Cook discovered...." No he didn't! He had a Polynesian sailor on board telling him where everything was. Waves off the California coast are very consistent, and when they change they're usually consistent all day. I know waves. I've studied waves for almost 18 years now. I can recognize details (like reflected waves a mile out to sea), but orientating myself in the fog -- never been able to do it. The stars? After 40 years I'm always surprised that I can see just one 'star' and know what it is. If I just see the North Star in a hole in the clouds someplace I've just arrived at (by plane) I can identify it, no clue how that works. (Usually when I fly across an ocean my head will feel like it's spinning for a couple of days so I don't know north or south. The Guugu Yimthirr people of northern Australian? They never say front back, left right. They always say north south east west even in a dark room.) There's evidence that the Polynesians made it to the Americas. Pre Columbia chickens (Asian) in Peru, sewn boats used by the Chumash in California where we live, along with a few shared words; and sewn boats (a Polynesian technique) in the south of Chile. No where else in the Americas.

[@SailorJames]

Also the yams they Polynesians had where from South America. One note about any voyage of exploration , saying Abel Tasman discovered what we calm New Zealand as well as Fiji and Tasmania, is no different than saying “I discovered a new cafe in Echo Park” where their already people dining at the cafe when I stumbled upon it? Yes. People tend to really get their panties in a wad about that term and I tend to avoid using it but for the western world they did discover the existence of those lands. Also NO ONE was more concerned about the effects interacting with the native peoples would have more than Captain James Cook, and his attempts at solving things peacefully is what lead to his death. I love know the history of places both before and after “first contact” !

[@mikepoor6397]

I recommend you watch the latest video of the channel Mind Unveiled … nothing is really new under the sun

[@chrisyarnold6205]

​@@SailorJames Check out YT video called the Lapita voyage. James Wharram of Wharram catamaran fame, sailing a polynesian canoe from I think the Phillipines to a small pacific island with a Polynesian navigator who guided them to the Island with no modern equipment at all.

[@cj9667]

Loved the content. Your reasons for not fishing..very thoughtful always thinking about others ie the fish, eco system etc. The smile on your face at the end of the day...priceless!

[@zeplin4078]

Captain James, I know nothing about sailing but are a new subscriber to your channel, I have enjoyed this video and your explanation of sailing tremendously. Thanks for sharing

[@anavucic1269]

Another fantastic video. Thanks James!

[@dennishively5994]

Great video & excellent job on explaining every aspect as you go through the process, thank you

[@Taichungman]

Thanks James. Great informational video.

[@TravelinLight303]

Lots of great detail, thank you.

[@lausagne4764]

Thanks for the video. Very good information. Learnt about the preventer line. Thanks you

[@Gordan1962]

love your Videos James , keep up the good work and fair winds

[@elikaiosefo1213]

Love it James! Mahalo for taking us along with you 🤙🏼🌊⛵️

[@wavelength7503]

From a sailor of 40 years, love your philosophy on why not to fish, and your understanding of the depletion of wildlife. I enjoy watching a sailing video, not a fishing video. That was an extremely rolling sea, nice attempt at trying to use modern technology for a quick fix (ziptie), maybe a small Carabiner clip or small shackle.

[@SailorJames]

I wouldn’t want to use metal such as a shackle or carabiner because the metal to metal could blow out the slide itself (this has happened to me on my old sail with metal shackles instead of lashing or webbings)

[@wavelength7503]

@@SailorJames definitely correct, I was thinking as a quick fix if nothing else.

[@georget.9496]

Great video, very informative. Thank you for sharing.

[@matthiaskubiak649]

This is so very interesting and useful. Thanks so much for sharing good contents.

[@jonc4752]

Thoroughly enjoy the more technical style videos James! I'm new to sailing and once I've finished restoring my 1968 Great Dane 28, I really hope to be following in your footsteps, albeit starting from the UK. Keep them coming Fair winds....Jon

[@eriklarson9137]

I am one of the "don't know anything about sailing" crowd. But, I love your videos! You have an enormous dose of common sense and also great sailing abilities. It's so amazing to watch you from the safety of my home in the middle of the US! :) Maybe when I was young I would try something like you are doing, but at my age, that ship has sailed. I couldn't even help myself, sorry. Keep up the amazing work, and stay safe!

[@jamiehawk7730]

I really enjoyed this video. I just bought my first sailboat this winter and am looking forward to learning to lake sail this summer. My goal is to do some coastal cruising.

[@edwardh2444]

Hi James, this is probably one of your best videos ever! You taught us so much about sailing in such an elegant way. We always love your videos, thank you so much. Love from California

[@janicechilders4885]

My husband and I think your videos are really good! I like the way you have the camera in place where you can see how the boat is rocking! Keep it up!

[@talkaboutitoffgrid]

great information - thanks for this video

[@nealchristensen1793]

As you can see we enjoy all you amazing adventures ! Thank you !

[@jimmyd6279]

Thanks James for showing us this different kind of video.Explaining the why's of sailing is just as important as the where you are. As a non sailor Explaining how you actually drive the boat and navigate are very interesting for us the people who sit at home and enjoy your crazy adventures.Your awesome.Thank you!

[@MikeSmithKook]

Thoroughly enjoyed the last few episodes.

[@robertomaffioletti4718]

Ciao James . Interessante quello che mi fai vedere e imparo sempre qualcosa. Un caro saluto dall'Italy Giovanni

[@scottwilson7835]

I truly enjoy the part of your experience you share with us, how being In tune with the sea, the sky and the vessel, and how to best go with the flow, with nature. Fair Winds, Captain

[@PastorwithoutaPulpit]

Always entertaining and informative, thank you James. Fair winds, following seas, safe travels and God Bless...

[@chaunceywilliams8405]

So glad to see you wear your harness when you go forward. So easy to make that decision to leave it behind for a brief trip to the mast. Always appreciate your attention to detail and safety. Another great video. Be safe James.

[@douglastaylor5918]

Right on James… It was a pleasure to meet you. Hope you’re doing well. Doug s/v FURAX

[@voncth5791]

wow thx for the knowledge! really like your channel. I am currently restoring an old Maxi 68. Greetings from the cold in sweden :)

[@dootxdoot1943]

dude this is the exact video I've been wanting to see from you! so interesting to see the "behind the scenes" of these passages. Thank you!

[@SpaceFrawg]

I like the way you did this one, with no music, I hope this turns into the rule, and not the exception.

[@SailorJames]

It won’t

[@rod8823]

So pleased to see your use of lifelines 🙂

[@demetrisdemetrious8702]

Thank you for a great episode, great tips and great to see you actually doing your thing, and i agree fully with your morals on fishing. Respect to you man. Thank you

[@rescue8299]

James I absolutely love your content! I finally got my first sailboat, and it's super exciting. Thank you for all the work you put into what you do! All the best from California. Joe

[@michaelchurch2076]

Thanks for being who you are.

[@cindyrush4157]

Your videos are amazing, you’re living my dreams, thanks James❤

[@vincentstouter449]

James, I am in awe of your incredible balance while sailing on a pitching sailboat with a fast, short period. Your body is apparently perfectly gimbaled 🤣 to the point that I can’t even perceive your corrective movements. 👍 The voyaging explanations you provide are concise and informative and your videography in adverse conditions is excellent. I would like to hear your biography detailing your early life, how you discovered sailing, sea stories, and your general experience. Thanks, you really live up to your moniker “Sailer James”. 👏👍

[@traderryan713]

Cool deal. Right on. Get er dun'.

[@jakeroth5809]

Great adventure James you have accomplish so much in that small boat 👏

[@edfrhes]

Thanks for your effort making this video. I'm also a sailer (newish) and I learned a lot. Thumbs up.

[@BohemianBeatster]

First time watching. Groovy video

[@akromafia]

Holy crap that was a rolly seaway. How you managed to hold onto the mast and fix the car at the same time was astonishing. I’m so heavy, if I tried the same, I’d have brought the rig down!

[@TL-rl9xk]

Great change up with the technical aspects. Very interesting!

[@floridapatriot9776]

Thanks James, I really enjoyed this video. I like all your videos but learning some of the technical aspects of sailing was really fun for me. I've never sailed but have always wanted to learn.

[@MitchGaar]

Awesome content!

[@doekle-janhaisma3508]

thank you James that is brilliant informative and entertaining love your work!!

[@Robert-xm2kz]

Really enjoyed this…Like to see what the day to day is for you passage making…been following you sine California and it’s been great.. Thanks

[@cameronfast4869]

Great video, amazing insights (I've sought this extensively, and this is my favorite) I wish you safe and joyous travels, I hope we cross paths someday!

[@samuraile6625]

Thank you James great video as usual.

[@toniraeherrera5655]

love watching your videos you are very inspiring thanks James Safe sailing 🙂

[@bradgradert]

excellent

[@fokkman]

James, thank you for making these amazing videos. I have been on many cruise ships over the years. And every time I’m on one I find a deck low to the sea and wonder : what would it be like out there? So I KZbind it and found you. That was the first week of February. I’ve binged every episode since . My wife and I are signed up for a 5 day live aboard sailing course this summer. You Sir a big inspiration. Thank you

[@iwashpowercleaning7724]

Great video and info…

[@mymobile5014]

Brilliant video James. I have long been trying to understand a preventer and it's use, and had almost understood that it was another word for the kicker! Now I know exactly what it's for and how to set one up so that's a huge result for me. I am impatient to get started on my own journey but thanks for helping prepare me,

[@veraR2125]

Really cool stuff! Would love to know more about a sleeping routine!

[@SailorJames]

I talk about my sleep schedule on this video : kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKG4ZHSalJajopo

[@NateSail82]

Excellent video and I for one would like to see more of the technical to be honest. Lots of sailing channels show pretty islands, beaches, girls but not much about actual sailing. Much less about actually living on a sailboat, the great thing about your channel is the real and raw nature of it. You show how it is not just the vacation spots sailors get to visit. More gear, technique, why your boat is setup how it is, what gear you use, process, mindset, why you do things the better in my opinion but I’m an old retired mil guy who wants to live the rest of his days on a small boat not and interested in the planning and reality of it not the Hollywood version.

[@robertjenkins2740]

Relaxing and so interesting to watch you brother. Great videos

[@MrDavedraver888]

1st class tuition James, loved how you explained the sail set up's for us newbies ..when you have time could you possibly show us a few line knots, as your deck always seem so tidy..fouled lines can cause such problems so I'm informed ..many thanks for taking us along on these wonderful voyages :)

[@Jason442200]

Super interesting man!! Really enjoyed the more behind the scenes kinda stuff and so many good questions answered. Keep up the great work!!

[@veronicacoughlan7110]

Just finished reading The Kon-Tiki Expedition - Thor Heyerdahl sailing from Peru to Polynesia on a raft made of Balsa wood logs in 1947. Great true story.

[@shaneodell9356]

Thanks for this episode man. I really found the information useful. My sailing career has basically just started but I hope to one day have the chance to circumnavigate and these are good things for me to start learning now.

[@captainmike808]

Great info Captain James 🤙🏼

[@DavidD6969]

Great video im learning lots 👍

[@bombardeiro]

amazing content thanks for the video.

[@chrismitchum452]

too funny and had to share, I had to put the video on pause for a second while you were explaining your noon log and took a minute to do some stuff. I came back and the look you were giving looking down through the specs was like. " Dude,, Really?"... Priceless. Sorry for interruption. it won't happen again. I promise. Please continue... lol \m/

[@jogrant3851]

Ah, what a fabulous film! Never sailed, yet since seeing your channel, it is a life goal to learn. I've bought a couple books and reminds me of learning the theory of using an SLR camera years ago, it's just not making any sense as I try to apply it to a blank slate. But seeing your film here has started to populate that slate. Can now go back over that video, and there aren't many videos out there like this. The concept of sailing seems so massive and chaotic, SO many things to think about, to understand well, and put together quickly, based on conditions and direction. So good to see the whys included, not just the hows. This probably sounds long-winded, haha, but I am so excited that you made this video for us. It's pretty awesome to be learning sailing from Sailor James on the majestic Triteia because we've become familiar with you both, and you're just so easy to get a long with. Hope you can continue with this sort of instructional film, more work I know. Thanks!! and Happy Sails.

[@stevel1733]

Dude! Super learning vidio! You are certainly Rockin and a Rollin! Literally!

[@jenknight7772]

The technical details are the entertainment. The detail of the preventer at the end of the boom vs middle was enlightening, to me anyway. Interesting to know of Apple GPS shortcomings. Great stuff about wind, current, wave crests and direction. Nice to see the PFD and safety harnesses, very good, as well as back-up navigation systems!

[@prey4surf1]

Thx James Im living on sloop in Mexico preparing to cross to Polynesia next year and this was helpful. It would help me understand the fore-deck if the camera shows what you are explaining. Thx

[@anguillaanguila7255]

brilliant - tight lines :)