The original owner seemed genuinely excited to see someone like you buy that boat

@SailorJames

21 күн бұрын

I still send him postcards from the places I sail to

@connorspies

11 күн бұрын

@@SailorJamesThat’s so wholesome!

@daakrolb

10 күн бұрын

I would love to see his reaction to watching this video.

@yesdude3914

9 күн бұрын

The real challenge is finding a boat for that cheap...in my area (and I live in a small town located around a river and mouth of a river that connects to ocean) I can't find a boat under 100k😢

@kennethc2466

8 күн бұрын

Sure, because if you believe it was $2400, I have a 400ft battleship for a fifty dollar bill. Only a trust fund baby, or Patreon grifter, could sail 11,500km, and not explain how food, fuel, maintenance, upgrade, or repair costs were supplied. Yet, a "paycheck to paycheck" person paid for it, and an 11,500km trip? PEOPLE BELIEVE THIS?? Also, as a person who sailed from South America to the Med, and back, 11,500kn in this sardine can, would require more ports than than a hotel LAN, and would NEVER survive an open ocean sail. "Paycheck to paycheck for 4 years, but now I can sail the open blue sea with my, er, saved money, in a tiny POS, that had more omen in paint than refits" This kind of BS is insulting to true, oceans fairing sailors, who know better than to believe trust fund kids on youtube.

Good for you man! The rest of us, the hum drummers who are slowly withering away in our mind numbing lives & soul crushing jobs, live vicariously through you. 🍺

@SailorJames

20 күн бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

@srv165

17 күн бұрын

I have horrible anxiety and it’s hard for me to leave home some days. I wish I was brave like you.

@Aesthetics622

15 күн бұрын

thats you lil man, you can, live like a king in your daily life its your life your "choice" how u do it, This dude clearly can't " make it " in the city life lmaoo 2400$ sailboat that shit gonna sink in no time and the most irresponsible shit you can do.

@antonaaaltonen

14 күн бұрын

@@Aesthetics622 he already did the trip. What do you mean its gonna sink. Cmon man are really that stupid. 👍🏼

@CundaliniWantsHisHandBack

13 күн бұрын

I agree. The Cube Farm and spreadsheet making the rich even richer is quite depressing.

Balls of steel this guy ,what a legend

@joeshaves1633

10 күн бұрын

Blue balls of steel😂

@---rg1gb

8 күн бұрын

For f'ing certain

@kennethc2466

8 күн бұрын

Lies of wool.

@Capnchaos4202

4 күн бұрын

Nothing to it but to do it !

That boat had no idea that it was going to be loved again to this magnitude. What an incredible journey. This proves you really can create youre own future.

"I removed the slip lines in California, and pointed the bow west." ----- Luv that line.

@SailorJames

27 күн бұрын

🙏🏻

@danielmclellan7762

26 күн бұрын

​@@SailorJamesso did she leave because she didn't want to sail to Hawaii?

@kiwi6444

26 күн бұрын

Never ending abuse of the ocean.

@danielmclellan7762

26 күн бұрын

@@kiwi6444 what?

@kiwi6444

26 күн бұрын

@@danielmclellan7762 James had several great lines.

I enjoyed the trip. Thank you for taking me along. I'll never sail, but you inspired me to get off the couch again. After a spiral tibia fracture a few years ago I stopped doing things I loved. Not moving became a habit. Thanks to you this 67 year old man pulled out his kayak and dusted off his bicycle and started riding his motorcycle again. My dream is to keep moving. I am now. Thank you.

@SailorJames

26 күн бұрын

It will keep you young !!!!

@ianhopper8310

22 күн бұрын

This comment makes my day and I'm sure you will inspire others. Just wow!

@edwardanderson2717

20 күн бұрын

That’s awesome 👏 congratulations oceans of love from the Cotswolds uk xx

@thisoldboat7393

20 күн бұрын

Without Jesus we have nothing.

@Choppa_Ya

19 күн бұрын

do some yoga it can really help heal you

Forget the follow your dream stuff, my man. You have went and made a real man of yourself. You conquered your fears, persevered in some very challenging situations, had an amazing adventure of which few would dare and most importantly found out who you are. You did this without a tribe. You did this alone. That really is something. I am exceedingly impressed and that is not easy. You have captured the admiration and imagination of many and undoubtedly inspired as much. Hats off!

You honestly could not pay me enough to sail like that. But it makes me so happy to see someone chase their dreams and find joy in something I couldn't imagine doing. Awesome stuff man.

That Hawaii video is one of my favorite videos on KZread. It honestly encapsulates everything that life is about: uncertainty, confidence, adventure, adversity, fear, triumph. That was the first video I ever saw from this channel and it was amazing to watch.

@SailorJames

26 күн бұрын

It is for sure a Greek tragedy 😂

@TheConstitutionalGuardian

26 күн бұрын

Yeah, the Hawaii video was the best one! I am definitely getting a SV! I am hooked like a hooker hooked to Heroin! You have to check out the Sam Holmes one too if you have not already. Not as exciting, but was worth the watch!

@lovepeaceandrespect8808

24 күн бұрын

I don't think you would of sailed the world if your wife wouldn't of left you. so it's fate

@kennethwilson2621

22 күн бұрын

You are the man .

@zekeharley

20 күн бұрын

@@lovepeaceandrespect8808 he hasn't sailed the world. Yet. He will though

“Cuts, bruises, and blood”. You’ve nailed it. 67 years of living on the edge. There is no other way for many. Thanks for the inspiration. Tipped me to the sailing dreams - off to find a cheap basic boat to sail. Congratulations on “ following your dream” and inspiring others.

James - you're a legend. At the risk of using all the old cliches, your journey, bravery, and willingness to just fucking do it, in spite of all the challenges is inspiring in the extreme. Most of us won't ever accomplish something as difficult and dangerous as crossing the Pacific alone in a small craft, but if nothing else your story might inspire us to get out there and live life. Cheers!

@SailorJames

21 күн бұрын

I always say the scale of one’s dream doesn’t matter, what matters is to make time for the things in life that both amaze you and bring you happiness. For me it’s seeing the world by sail, for someone else it maybe something as simple as gardening. Life is too short to not be happy every chance we get.

@sandicoppins

5 күн бұрын

Absolutely ❤

@2nd_of_3

4 күн бұрын

Absolutely.. I’m about to start my own adventure.. terrifying and exciting.. no water involved 😁 just off to find me.

Wisdom comes at a cost.... and pain is the coin of the realm.... You've earned it.

@SailorJames

22 күн бұрын

True words for sure

@stobbinsboy

22 күн бұрын

Damn fine line, there sir!

As someone who has worked on our family sailboat for 44 years you did a good job.

My only regret is not finding and supporting your travels sooner. I tell people all of the time about your travels and channel James, and even though I’m not living at home in Bermuda anymore, being able to see and hear the ocean through your videos reminds me of how much I miss it but love it. Thank you for sharing your stories with the world! Fair winds Triteia 🤘

@SailorJames

25 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

I've lived my dream. It's great to see others living theirs. This is what life is all about. Beautiful.

The low points on your journey become the high points of your character. The ability to persevere through an unbelievable journey across an ocean solo is something almost no one on the planet can endure. The inspiration you add to world to "follow your dreams" will inspire many to to do the hardest step. Begin the journey. Thank you.

@deeforty

11 күн бұрын

That first sentence is possibly the best sentence I've ever heard .

When you were swimming in 17k feet of water, or whatever the depth was, on your passage south from Hawaii, in the middle of nowhere near the equator, ALONE….That one moment….That’s what inspires me to someday do exactly what you’ve just done. I want to experience that feeling…..You’re an inspiration to many Capt. Thanks for taking us along for the ride!

@SailorJames

26 күн бұрын

It was an amazing feeling and you will be stoked when you do it !

@georgegrader9038

3 күн бұрын

I have swum in the open ocean at 11 with 200 ft of clarity below me (i was next to a 30 ft sloop with people, but my God ! ). The fixes you have done alone -- you are a badass!

There’s also something to be said about your old lady of how ever many years leaving you abruptly and still soldiering on. You are a legend! God Bless you bro

@patrickmcnabb1998

4 күн бұрын

I thought that was him. It’s been a minute.

it's amazing how two people's lives can be so different yet we cohabitate on the same planet. This is what youtube was made for. Thank you for sharing and for taking full advantage of this platform to share your unique lifestyle.

The finish line, is only death itself. Congrats on such a ballzzy accomplishment. At 65, this inspires me to finish my airplane build! Safe sailing bro!

Could not have summed it up any better Captain James. A true sailer you are my man 🤙🏼

@SailorJames

26 күн бұрын

Love you brother

@micheallewis9105

26 күн бұрын

Mate that’s a solid effort love it 😊

@ricktaylor4real

25 күн бұрын

Captain Mike has been there all the way through; and helped the amazing Captain James become ever more amazing! Silently in the background, but many of us have seen you there! 😂 “SailorJames”….. it IS TIME for the change of name for this channel…. you ARE & have EARNED… Captain James! Hell, I’d even push for Admiral James, but something tells me the Captain part will be tough to get you to take, but it’s a start! 🤠👍🏼☮️

@Poooeoee

11 күн бұрын

Dude this guy is a fraud. He never sailed the Pacific. His engines always somehow magically start working

@ricktaylor4real

11 күн бұрын

@@Poooeoee 🤡🤡

Literally humming "Northwest Passage" while watching this epic journey. Well done sir.

I cried throughout the video. I was in a funk and you awoke the primal drive in me. Thank you brother for fighting and overcoming these oftentimes humiliating challenges and triumphing.

I think that boat is in the "20 small sailboats to take you anywhere" book that I love.

@SailorJames

7 күн бұрын

Yep first boat listed (because it’s in alphabetical order 😂)

Thank you so much for this video, I lost sight of the bigger picture this week and you have just restored that vision!

@SailorJames

26 күн бұрын

It’s easy to get overwhelmed, but trust me when I tell you, if I can accomplish this, you can accomplish anything you desire !

I've been following you from the very start. One word sums it up - inspirational. Thank you James.

@SailorJames

26 күн бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

This may very well be the most work ever covered on one video. Hats off to you sir. Bravo!

@SailorJames

20 күн бұрын

😂😂😂 yeah it’s the “Cliff’s Notes” version of my life

Mate, I virtually never comment on anything but this is unspeakably epic. Seriously impressed. You made light of it but you can tell there were some gritty old moments in there. Huge props for doing it. What an incredible adventure!

@SailorJames

8 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻 🙏🏻🙏🏻

hey man .... you're the best sailing editor on youtube i can see how much you've improved over all the years while maintaining your signature style just sending some love your way bro :3

I love seeing people work hard and accomplish mountain like feats! 🎉

@SailorJames

23 күн бұрын

It felt impossible so many times, but I am very stubborn !

All I can say is Wow, Wow. Amazing

Absolutely unbelievable journey. The guts it takes to do something like this is legendary. Thank you for sharing.

Out of all the sailing channels you are by far the most real. I'm so happy you made it brother. Keep updating and follow them dreams!

@SailorJames

26 күн бұрын

I really appreciate this comment 🙏🏻

Great summary, James. Thank you. ⛵️

I’ve raced sail boats on and off for many years and can say that I felt every aspect of your story. I’ve always wanted to do something similar, but never have. I will…it is inevitable. I loved the journey you shared and the articulate and patient way that you both procured your boat and then tested your skills and boat over years before embarking on your dream. The patience and preference you have shown is inspirational and admirable. Well done and keep sailing!! It’s the source of peace and true happiness! ❤💪⛵️

Hey James it’s John, I used to work with you with Dane. Always enjoy seeing your videos and progress. What an unbelievable journey!! Thanks for sharing, can’t believe how beautiful some of those places are.

Made this grown man sob James… thanks for the timely encouragement to keep going! God bless and Jesus loves you!!!

Wow! I remember watching that video of you going to Hawaii… watched it all the way through and thought, “Damn, that’s some crazy ass shite! You gotta have huge ones just to sail alone!!” But you did it James, and you’re doing it! Nothing that’s worth anything, to anyone is ever easy brother… But you grin and bear it, taking it one day at a time… I really admire your courage to sail around the world in such a small boat, considering the awesome grandeur of the oceans! If that makes any sense?😂

@SailorJames

28 күн бұрын

It’s been one hell of a ride 🤯 thanks for your support 🙏🏻

I have always admired and wondered about people like you. I had an interesting life, fireman for almost 30 years, and retired comfortably several years ago. I have never understood what makes people do things like this. Climbing mountains, cave exploring, sailing across the biggest ocean in our world…alone 😳. God bless you and thanks for sharing a rare look at a special individual.

James, this is by far my favorite video of yours. An incredible summary of accomplishments. Your channel and what you do has been a huge motivation for me to get into sailing. I wish you, Rhonda, and Triteia the best. Fair winds!

@SailorJames

25 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

I’m originally from New Zealand The gods of Aotearoa helped you get to Aussie safely I’m crying watching this I am so proud of a man I don’t know I truly am You’re amazing Thank you 🙏🏼 I needed this !! Kia kaha ! Stay strong

Bought for 2400.. put into It 30k before using it **

@SailorJames

10 күн бұрын

As I clearly stated on the video, but not before using it

@FireMcgwire

9 күн бұрын

@@SailorJames okay but the title is misleading because of that way you stated it. It’s not a 2400 boat you sailed on.. it’s a 32400 dollar boat before you set sail

@SailorJames

9 күн бұрын

The point is for people to understand they can start with something affordable and still make it happen

@Eat_spiders

9 күн бұрын

Lol sensitive ass people. Cool video brother . Thanks for the inspiring message at the end

@FireMcgwire

8 күн бұрын

@@Eat_spiders what’s sensitive about calling out click bait titles you goofball

Great video! Your perseverance is inspiring. Thank you for taking us along for the journey!

Whoooo i know that feeling sailing into harbour at night after days at sea......the sea lives in ones eyes when finished an ocean crossing. You are amazing!!

I have a 31' Bombay Clipper on the eastern coast of the US and have to say, this guy is brave, motivated, and as good as a "sailor" can get. Doing what's he's doing/done takes courage, strength, and knowledge and this guy has all of the above. 💪 Keep rockin brother!

Swimming in the limestone caves was the highlight of my last trip. Magical. Highly recommend.

So proud of you Gentleman James! You have come such a long way. You have achieved so much, and it has been an absolute pleasure following along with you. Thank you for sharing your journey with us all. Lots of love to both you and Rhonda.

@SailorJames

25 күн бұрын

Thank you for this kind comment 🙏🏻

Hey Man thanks for sharing this. Best of luck on your journey through life!

That was amazing and terrifying all at the same time. Being out there in the niddle of the ocean in storms is scary! Awesome video

Good job! I’m humbled at your sacrifice to follow your dreams!

.....and I sit here, with my cold tea, wearing the new sailing hat ive bought, trying to break it in. As i've been truly inspired after watching your videos, usually jumping around within the vast array, catching up on different stages of your journey, however.... this hospital worker who has spent the last 24 years in one room, in one building, in one town, has decided to book himself into his first yachting experience and see if I can find the courage to follow my own pathway to sailing the ocean one day. about to retire and snooze my last few years away, so I have to shake myself out of the rut i've dug and start discovering my luff from my leech, the ketch from my sloop and the keel from my remote control for the tv! Thank you for posting and thanks to the patreons who make something like this possible for the hopers and dreamers. I've even bought your book to put on my bookshelf of my yacht. Thank you and stay hopeful!!!

Great recap and thanks for taking us all on your journey!

Thanks for sharing your journey & message! I needed to hear it.

Gnarly man, this is awesome! What a rager!! Let's goo!

Awesome work mate, cool video first time I've seen your channel! Live your best life!

Your my hero, I have been a cowboy all my life, always dreamed of the open ocean. Once my old dogs are gone, I hope I have the courage to follow your path. Should be easy, I live in San diego.

what a journey man, very inspirational. safe travels and looking forward to the next one

Keep your head up! Always!

Outstanding summary. Classic.

Epic journey James, loved listening to your story. May God bless you and keep helping you inspire others to live freely! Fair winds mate, Chris 👍

I did the same thing in 2012. I’m in Fiji now. Great video. I filled my engine from following seas as well and nine months in Samoa because of it. I tell everyone that living the dream is a lot of work. Nice job and Godspeed!

Beautiful! This is an awesome video James. Thank you 🙏

This is just epic! Thanks for sharing with us.

Hats off to you sir. I'm sure your travels had to be extremely challenging at times. And thanks for taking us along.

This guy, like many of us born without a 'lifejacket', deserves our admiration and our 'likes'. Only a 'From Zero' person is ever truly a Winner. Inspirational. Thank you.

Kudos to this guy for being so handy and fixing everything.

@SailorJames

3 күн бұрын

It’s a must!!!!

@user-n0tf0und.

3 күн бұрын

@@SailorJamesyou mean you couldn’t call a friend in the middle of the pacific? Mad respect, I don’t even know boats or sailing but I know that it’s one insane feat! You have now lived, wow.

WOW! What a journey you've had so far, I look forward to seeing the rest of your adventures! I'm disabled and don't get out of the house much, so living your dream vicariously has been a blessing for me! THANK YOU for bringing us all along.

@SailorJames

25 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙏🏻

Hey James a Great overview of your journey. I appreciate your passion and tenacity. I was speaking to a friend yesterday who left Fremantle in April 23 and sailed solo the Indian Ocean Cocos Mozambique Cape Town and a 55 day passage via Namibia arrived in the Azore’s over 12 months and he echos your journey . So many knowns and unknowns on so many levels ! He talked about his inner journey only you and other solo sailors would know . 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

LEGENDARY STATUS ACHIEVED !!!!! Nothing less. Absolutely amazing 🙏

@SailorJames

22 күн бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

I'm glad you're achieving your dreams man, it's awesome to watch your videos...

@SailorJames

15 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

Good on you, James. We're too old for that journey so we are grateful that we can enjoy yours at least vicariously.

Well done James, you are inspiring. Stay safe

Another great video James. You inspire people Your journey is your art.

What a great way to portray the message of follow your dreams! Showing those hard lost moments at the beginning!

I’m glad he said what we were all thinking when he said “yea your sitting there from a beautiful location telling me to follow my dreams, oh fuck off” that had me cracking up. All your hard work paid off and it really shows, absolutely incredible. Makes me wanna go find the one piece myself.

I watched the whole video, including you last couple of minutes.... it was amazing footage, but those last two minutes hit home. I agree, no matter what you chase in life, following your dreams is NEVER easy, especially at the beginning! When people see you follow your dream they usually only see success, not the hardship required to make your dreams a reality. Well done mate, you earned everything you achieved the hard way, the true way. Wishing you all the best for the rest of your journey. Cheers from NZ.

Wow. Just wow. Thanks for sharing your amazing journey! ❤

What a great episode. My favourite so far. Keep following your dreams James it’s inspirational 😊

Man, you are an inspiration to me. I been following you since you started. Great Story James, wish you the best of luck on your travels.!

Your follow your dreams clip is so spot on, great trip, real adventure, absolute inspiration, thank you 🙏

@SailorJames

12 күн бұрын

Life is too short for us to not follow our dreams !!!!!

Man what a video! I watched without blinking from start to finish. Balls of steel on you brother,well done. Incredible!

Bro your journey is amazing! Thanks for sharing.

This was awesome, man. Looks like an amazing trip. Glad you followed your dreams

This is what makes KZread great. Thank you for this.

I ‘m about 3 years away from retirement and dream of sailing the blue waters. Considering selling my home and buying a sailboat. Your journey is inspiring !

Pure amazingness. I love all of the videos you make. Thank you

I much enjoy your voice over narration, and your brief but interesting description of your travels. Thank you!

Living the dream! Keep up the good work!

You're truly living.... Couldn't be happier for you.

I really appreciate how real you are with this channel. You described the pain of dream following in a way that made that suffering a real part of the glory. That is missing from so many channels by people who are afraid people don’t want to know the truth just the fun. But, that deceives people into thinking that if they find and follow their dreams, they will bypass hardship. Hardship is something to embrace. It’s a lot of work to get to the top of the mountain. But, don’t let that stop you. Keep on keeping on. For goodness sake, you got yourself to Australia from the U.S.-by yourself!

@SailorJames

11 күн бұрын

Thank you for this thoughtful comment 🙏🏻 it’s so true, the hard parts are very much a part of the experience and they make the good times even more amazing

This was wonderful, and it touched me way deep down in my soul. Blessings in your future adventures. Thank you for sharing.

@SailorJames

20 күн бұрын

I love this comment 🙏🏻

Fabulous story mate and wonderful to see!

Loved the clip mate. Thank you for adding the struggle at the end. That’s what makes your accomplishment so much more interesting to watch. Keep a strong wind to your back and a cold brew in your lap! 🤗

@SailorJames

15 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙏🏻

Amazing. You and your journey are both inspirational. Much respect to your heart, courage, and sturdy vessel that carried you safely across the Pacific.

Amazing journey! Much respect for undertaking this and sharing. I envy those moments of 'magnificent desolation' you must have experienced.

That was a great summary!!! A real reason for a newbie to go back and watch your adventure. Thanks for sharing.

@SailorJames

15 күн бұрын

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

James, I've been following your journey since your first videos at Santa Cruz Island. Amazing perseverance and focus on your dreams thru good times and bad!

@SailorJames

22 күн бұрын

Thanks Brother, I was stoked to see you guys sailed to Santa Barbara Island and on to Santa Cruz the other day… the life raft you gave me is still my life raft for passages (let’s hope I never find out if an expired raft works 😂)

I love following your journey. Thank you for this!!!

Thanks for all your videos. I followed all of them. Quite a journey. Well done !!

That’s it. I’m doing it. Always wanted to learn how to sail and go places but found an excuse at every turn: school, work, kids, … not anymore. Thanks brotherman.