I'm 46, and my wife wants to leave me. In fact, she's already checked out mentally. I found this channel as well as the document Chasing Bubbles, and this is what I want to do with my life. Thank you for being an inspiration to many like myself!

@jamesshansley4775

Жыл бұрын

Damn

@jamesshansley4775

Жыл бұрын

All the best mate

@richardlewis5641

Жыл бұрын

Leave her first

@salaadino

Жыл бұрын

​@richardlewis5641 is not that easy she may take his belongings such as his house. I hope I'm wrong

@Zach.3246

Жыл бұрын

Are you a fighter pilot??

The parallels between your personal life issues and the problems on this trip are uncanny. You show exactly how to deal with both. Calmly keep moving forward and improve your situation where possible. Respect!

@russellwilliams7589

2 жыл бұрын

Until the Somali pirates show up.

@abuhamza1970

2 жыл бұрын

@@russellwilliams7589 Somali pirates only show up when white nations decide to dump their radioactive waste and other crap on their shoreline. Guess you don’t hear about that on the MSM nightly news huh?

@russellwilliams7589

2 жыл бұрын

@@abuhamza1970 China is a white nation?

@scatdog1

2 жыл бұрын

@@abuhamza1970 If you believe Somali pirates give two shits about the shorelines your a bigger fool than The Main Stream Media.

@joshuagavaghan224

2 жыл бұрын

@@abuhamza1970 Somali pirates don't give a shit about the shoreline they're just sea robbers

As a Navy veteran you sir have my utmost respect. Days underway, motion sickness, and being a solo voyage encountering mechanical problems on a sailboat. You Sir are the man. Especially facing the personal issues life dealt your strength is inspiring. Wow!!!

@uberbeast113

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I concur. His head must have been completely blown. But he knows he has to just get on with it. It's a metaphor for the tricky unpredictable voyage through life, don't you think.

@TheBoegisJak19

9 ай бұрын

navy

This is insane. This guy really deserves credit and respect 100%.

@erikf.7377

11 ай бұрын

A Perfect Circle!

@ILaist

10 ай бұрын

This

@TheBoegisJak19

9 ай бұрын

respect

The amount of balls this takes in insane and he did it ALONE... I could never man

@antdx316

2 жыл бұрын

a lot can be done with enough training and conditioning

@daffymore

2 жыл бұрын

i wonder, that tuna he almost caught, can you put a knife in, peel of the skin and eat or does it needs to be cooked or something?

@patrickjames1080

2 жыл бұрын

@@daffymore Sushi 🍣 yum

@The6rezax

2 жыл бұрын

yes you can, let the lion inside you out! roar!

@Sourwhatup

2 жыл бұрын

​@@daffymore Almost all seafood is able to be eaten raw :)

I’m from Texas and I know absolutely nothing about sailing, but I watched this and came away with a tremendous respect and appreciation for James as a man and a sailor. His attitude when he lost that rudder revealed his character, skills, and nautical wisdom. I am moved by this man’s cool in crisis at sea while simultaneously processing through and recovering from a tremendously painful life experience. Good job, sir. I wish you love and deep well-being.

@yandenuts

2 жыл бұрын

I'm 20 seconds in and I like him already. Nice - and yeah, as we say here in Australia - bloody envious!

@jupitersailing

2 жыл бұрын

Very very true mate, perfectly put.

@diegosauda9596

2 жыл бұрын

neither does he know anything about sailing, he just had a bit too much reef he has no respect for the sea for other people who he expect to go rescue his ass after he gets in trouble just because its the law, let me ask you would you cross America on a lawnmower? its not an adequate vehicle you would agree, and that boat is as adequate as the mower, its a series production boat for leisure not to withstand impact of pacific ocean waves that tug boats have a hard time around

@afrog2666

2 жыл бұрын

@@diegosauda9596 Americans cross anything and everything on a lawnmower ;)

@juggle

2 жыл бұрын

@@diegosauda9596 you just keep complaining from your armchair while eating your cheetos, the rest of us will go on adventures.

I'm 44 and sort of at a point in my life where everything is sort of scheduled and mundane. I've decided I want to learn to sail and eventually sail from Florida to the Bahamas. Your video gave me such joy to see you so alive out in the ocean. Reminds me of Thoreau or Robert Pirsig. You've inspired me brother. Keep living life!

@NikosKatsikanis

Жыл бұрын

try Jesus

@danielmclellan7762

Жыл бұрын

@@NikosKatsikanis no you

@NikosKatsikanis

Жыл бұрын

@@danielmclellan7762 i did and do

@michaewade6135

Жыл бұрын

@@NikosKatsikanis Try Atheism.

@NikosKatsikanis

Жыл бұрын

@@michaewade6135 didn’t work out

People don't realize how dangerous this is. You must really know what you are doing. Wish you the best sir, respect.

@jasonbrody8957

11 ай бұрын

I know there is piracy, storms and sea monsters. But what else is dangerous?

@chavez-vb5tm

10 ай бұрын

@@jasonbrody8957Outside the storms these are least risk factors. Main are such as loss of sail, food, water, destruction of the boat, falling to the water, diseases, injuries. Also loneliness can be an issue softly speaking.

@exploringearth3223

5 ай бұрын

people from mexico float over to the us one tiny ro boats. people sailer with 15 foot 2 man sailers back in 1700s he has it made

Never thought I'd be into watching some random dude alone on a boat for a month but this was pretty sick. Watched the whole thing. Hope all is well since your journey.

@mookeychase0907

2 жыл бұрын

Thats two of us, I'm so used to seeing storms wreck the sails and seeing the boat tossed to and from. This is unbelievable and brave I salute this fella

@Vol4life1985

2 жыл бұрын

It was definitely a good little video... Gotta say I got kinda sick when he took his hoops out though

@snoolee7950

2 жыл бұрын

@@Vol4life1985 if it were me, I'd probably fix it surgically and move on. no hoops for me. whatever works. great video/ original content. puts one in touch with natural beauty

@1m2a3t4t5

2 жыл бұрын

Why not?

@fidelaromo6705

2 жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable I admire someone that can do that as I'm terrified of drowning and don't like ocean too much.

Brother, you give me inspiration. I'm disabled from a motorcycle accident and will never get the chance to sail as you do. From relationship, to sailing trouble, you are proof that obstacles can be overcome. As an ole hippie being free is important to me. I'll keep watching and continue to be inspired by you. Peace.

@triggerhappy8872

2 жыл бұрын

That’s really horrible for me to read mate.. As i absolutely love riding Dirt Bikes, WR450F & a smaller two stroker YZ 125 & ive had a 3 really nasty crashes at around 100 & 155k’s (Not miles per hour) & my last crash i hadda brain 🧠 injury that took me 10months to recover, so i ride slower now as i’m getting older i don’t feel the need to show off to my mates like I’m 22yrs old Lol .. Anyway mate all the best from Oz 🇦🇺 yeh 👍

@brucedavis6244

2 жыл бұрын

God bless you brother hope all best you Jay keep you prayers

@1992jamo

2 жыл бұрын

As someone who rides. What happened? What can I do to stay safe?

@Prettyari04

2 жыл бұрын

I wish you all the best

@caddis4801

2 жыл бұрын

@@1992jamo Brother, I live in Maryland and was heading to Daytona for Bike Week 2018. WE have a bridge that spans the Baltimore Harbor. I was stopped to pay toll, The toll taker said something like no God!I was hit from behind by a DUI in a big ass Dodge Power-wagon. He drove me and the bike ( Harley Road King Classic) into the toll booth. The Toll taker was holding my head . So I have a crushed spine and cord damage . I have rods holding me together from C-2 to S-1. But man, there is always someone worse off than me. My advice? Stay straight when you ride, no partying. And watch out for the vehicles.

I like that 'Losing The Rudder' made the title, rather than "Losing The Girlfriend'. Priorities well in check! What an amazing adventure brother. Thanks for sharing this. Wishing you all the best.

I do not know why but it became a happy thing to see the orange drogue trailing along. A good buddy hanging in there for you. I think every time I see an orange highway cone I shall think of this wonderful video. It shall always be a high point in my life to have watched you deal calmly with what you were dealt... women come and go but saving your own ass... that is living my friend!

@SailorJames

3 ай бұрын

🙏🏻

Your journey at sea saved me while I was in rehab . I found peace in your video that calmed me . Thank-you from the bottom of my heart

@troytellsit493

2 жыл бұрын

Your hard work and determination saved you. I’m sure you found solace in his videos but you really need to give yourself proper credit for your recovery. It’s the same way people credit their god for getting clean. Like no, it’s YOU that fought to get clean and sober.

@MrEmanwon

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your journey to become the best version of you

@-Believeinyourself-

Жыл бұрын

What kind of rehab allows cellphones

@adam-bailey

Жыл бұрын

@@-Believeinyourself- Its joey..right?

@uberbeast113

Жыл бұрын

@@-Believeinyourself- Seriously? You're not allowed to call your peeps for encouragement and wotnot?

Just randomly found this channel at 4 in the morning when I couldn’t sleep and I’ve watched nearly all of this full hour. I’m not into sailing and never thought about watching anything related to sailing, let alone actually trying it. But there’s something super likeable about this guy and I think what he’s doing is incredible. He’s definitely a tough dude for being able to do all this, especially after going through the stuff with his wife.

@Salammaleicu

2 жыл бұрын

same

@simplelife44banger

2 жыл бұрын

4 am. Same experience ;-)

@jaydee7614

2 жыл бұрын

And me in a wet n windy Scotland.

@countryroadstakemehome

2 жыл бұрын

what happened with his wife?

@limo3032

2 жыл бұрын

Bro I just got back from a party am at home now taking a fat shot at 2:44 watching this

Dude this is an epic journey! Very intriguing to watch! I am a Navy vet and I know what the sea looks like and how massive it is. But you sir, have my respect! Awesome stuff!

Dude, this is completely amazing. I salute your bravery in the midst of adversity. Can't wait to watch the rest of your travels. I'm only a dinghy sailor and marvel at the skills to sail across the ocean like you do. Bravo James!

@SailorJames

Ай бұрын

🙏🏻thank you 🙏🏻

i cant lie, i'd be scared as hell to go out sailing on the ocean all by myself on a little sailboat! bravo good sir

@brotherjim3051

2 жыл бұрын

I'd definitely prefer to have people with me.

@aaronwells6608

2 жыл бұрын

30 foot isn't so little. Guy in my Marina did it a couple years back in a 24 footer. Didn't have any troubles.

@TechCrawl

2 жыл бұрын

​@@aaronwells6608 6 ft really make a dif?

@aaronwells6608

2 жыл бұрын

@@TechCrawl When it comes to boats, yes. Boats don't just get longer, they get larger in every dimension. In a lot of ways it's an exponential difference. A boat that's twice as long is easily 3 to 4 times as massive. A 20-ft day sailer weighs a few thousand pounds and can be towed behind your pickup truck... A 38 ft blue water cruiser might weigh 20 tons. The difference between a 24 and a 30 ft boat is actually rather dramatic.

@TechCrawl

2 жыл бұрын

@@aaronwells6608 I see, makes sense thanks :)

As a ex Coastie, and retired big city firefighter, I have to say James, you handled the stress of all this, in a strong, calm, and capable manner. I would not hesitate, to have you as a shipmate/ crew mate !. Total respect for you Sir !

@MrAndrewholde

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome message!

@donnakawana

2 жыл бұрын

Word! ✌🏻💗😊❣️

@wmakles

2 жыл бұрын

@@crazypeoplearoundtheworld304 the stupid jackass caused his own problem ??? what do you mean ? bro

@bdmenne

2 жыл бұрын

@@crazypeoplearoundtheworld304 pretty harsh and zero constructive criticism. Why don't you teach, professor, or do you get off on seeing others "cause their own problems"?

@donnakawana

2 жыл бұрын

@@bdmenne Bryan clearly he does. He's getting off on himself.. he's a ass hat... He's a troll.. or just jealous he has no life .. just a computer an a day old Starbucks...

James, what an epic tale of survival. This is easily one of the top single videos I've ever viewed on KZread. Loads of respect and gratitude to you for sharing. I found you on Wind Hippie's channel and I found her on the Old Seadog's channel. I'm all caught up on them, as well as Ran sailing, so you are my new binge. Hoping to set sail myself one day soon, before I'm too old. I have the drive, the money and the time. Just need to sew up one very important chapter in life before I can go. My wife of 23 years has been ill for some time. She spent 8 months on hospice care but recovered enough to be discharged. I have to see her through to the end. Who knows? I may die first. But if she goes while I'm still healthy enough, I will cast off the lines. If it's not in God's plan, then I will learn to accept that too. Anyway, thank you for the great channel and inspirations. Bill

@Steamerbeen

9 ай бұрын

Godspeed! 🙏🏼

The personal growth witnessed through the duration of the video is outstanding. Truly inspiring ❤

@SailorJames

11 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

I think we've all been on this boat trip on an emotional level at some point in our lives. This was really amazing.

@JeffoJonJ

2 жыл бұрын

..As a mental health nurse..i totally agree !! What a brave chap he is

@craigpatterson6225

2 жыл бұрын

No we haven't , Not like this ! He shaved his balls , brushed his hair back , took a swig and did it ! . Yeah we all had Test thrown at us .... But those " Test " were on Land , not with a broken rudder that could send you in a gigantic circle ! .

@DOORNAILS100

2 жыл бұрын

so true bestie

There are men and there are men. Most people who consider themselves brave can never do this on their own even with training. Here’s a man we’ll all love to have in our corner. Stay blessed always.

@MrSuperG

2 жыл бұрын

You mean privates

@purebloodsunite7489

2 жыл бұрын

Real Men wear masks

@risk0systemsuk171

2 жыл бұрын

@@purebloodsunite7489 Isn’t that what outlaws, misfits and cowards do?

@purebloodsunite7489

2 жыл бұрын

@@risk0systemsuk171 sorry I was trying to make a joke, I'm not pro mask.

@Haylem

2 жыл бұрын

There are men and then there are Seamen LOL

Hats off to you dude, great achievement and amazing to watch your journey!

Epic. Amazing work staying calm, collected, and getting the job done. So inspiring, thank you!

Remember: Nothing wrong with having some fear but panicking can kill you..he handled the rudder issue like a champ.

@paulneilson6117

2 жыл бұрын

Panic? What's that?

@dietrichlecher8508

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Eric for telling him good job for his reality based on what you saw on tv

@mmalon2908

2 жыл бұрын

In most cases "if you panic, you will die," said the solemn voice, while in the midst of it.

@777vikingfan

2 жыл бұрын

I’m a cave diver….this is Far from a panic situation!….

@Mr.CliffysWorld

2 жыл бұрын

1st rule in a crisis ; No matter what happens, do not, I repeat, do NOT panick !!!

I can't imagine the empowering sense of independence and sheer terror of being surrounded by nothing by deep blue sea as far as the eye can see! You handled all of the difficulties exceptionally well. Definitely inspiring.

@sellmyhousetom

2 жыл бұрын

This video is truly inspiring...

@corbinangelo3359

2 жыл бұрын

The first time I took a windsurf board outside the shelter of a reef and sailed on the indian ocean, I shit my pants, even while I could still see land when on top of the swell. All oceans are scary and demand respect.

Amazing! Thank you for this in-your-face, real-life episode, about life and sailing. Truly admire your spirit and determination. Stay well. Stay safe.

Be happy you're free of someone who doesn't deserve your time. You're free man

This is my first time watching any of your videos. It really hit close when you talked about your relationship. My wife left me at the beginning of 2021, so I understand how this feels. My wife also did the no phone calls, no text, just went dark, and honestly it took me a while to put my finger on it, but it felt like she died. I'm 50, so this was my first break up in the cell phone era, and when your the one imposing the silence its fine, your getting your way, dealing with your emotions in your own way. When your the person who isn't making the choice, it feels like your wife died. Anyway I don't know if it helps to know your not alone, I don't know why I just wanted to comment, maybe this post was for me IDK.

@kudoeedney9324

Жыл бұрын

God bless you Earl, you will find love again

@tedkaczynskiamericanhero3916

Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure how long you've been married, but this honestly sounds like a great time for you to just take time for yourself.

@jamesrockefeller7808

Жыл бұрын

Same thing happened to me after only a 4 year relationship and it was the worst thing in the world I wouldn't wish it on anyone

@riskey6788

Жыл бұрын

same

@mokush4me412

Жыл бұрын

This is exactly why I have a wife and multiple woman on the side…

I really felt your pain as you managed to get out that last sentence. "I'll be very happy to step foot on the Hawaiian soil and start a new life." I appreciate optimism especially when it comes in dark moments.. glad you did your best to remain in good spirits.

@markhutchinson3711

2 жыл бұрын

ADHD can be a bitch! Best to ya. Mark

@The_Touring_Jedi

Жыл бұрын

""It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light" Goodspeed to this sailor...👋

What a champion. cool, calm and collective under pressure & stress. Wow!!! Your lesson had taught me a hundred things Ive never known about this side of sailing and more. thank you......

This was the best candid account of a drastic failure i have watched. Thanks for being honest and sharing your thought processes. it is so educational

Amazing journey. Beats the hell out of anything on Netflix. Inspirational.

@RentFreeClips1

2 жыл бұрын

Bro if Netflix were smart, they would start doing this, not KZread in general but finding talented interesting content creators and scaling down, such a great idea my dude

@yandenuts

2 жыл бұрын

@@TimTheMusicMan Let's just say, it has it's moments.

@jerwatson79

2 жыл бұрын

@@RentFreeClips1 problem is that Netflix would have to inject some bullshit alien spaceship or military takeover drama/Hollywood storyline. This is too genuine and true to life. Peace!

@Soulseeologia

2 жыл бұрын

Hate to say it but the problem w his ex running away is she’s been off cheating on him.

@aireenishome

2 жыл бұрын

There’s some good stuff on Netflix..

Men, im in a deep figth with anxiety AND see your journe all by yourself makes me feel that i can keep figthing like you do!!!! Congrats on make it

@tbaker7667

2 жыл бұрын

I have some bad anxiety/depression issues. Some days are worse than others. I've been this way for years. You will slowly learn how to cope and deal with it. It still won't be easy but you will be able to fight it.

@armarq8091

2 жыл бұрын

@Bobby Taylor 🤣🤣🤣

@spae007

2 жыл бұрын

@LETS GO BRANDON #FJB never heard of this concept but sounds wild and legit

Balls of steel this man. I envy the personal strength it must take, mentally as much as physically. Looks like it helped mend some wounds and heal him up. I wish this man well, hope he finds what he’s looking for he deserves it. I salute you brother.

@SailorJames

5 ай бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Just randomly came across this and watched the entire thing. Just the coolest experience ever. It takes a village, and I would have never guessed you had any help but admire your honesty in talking about the important roles your loved ones and friends played in you travels.

i love this guy, hes so humbled and went through a break up like a man

@fiddlesticksbessette398

2 жыл бұрын

he dont teach us shit,saying the names of parts,etc,we dont understand.like listening to hackers talking,ugh.....ppl watch thiese to learn.i ,learn nothing from ppl like this,,,speak english,ugh...

@the-higher-vibration

2 жыл бұрын

@@fiddlesticksbessette398 you must be joking right?

@friedmandesigns

2 жыл бұрын

@@fiddlesticksbessette398 Fiddle ... What you show here indicates you learn nothing from anyone, ever. Get some mileage in life before you worry about your English skills, mate.

@the-higher-vibration

2 жыл бұрын

@Rex Luth 🤣

Rarely do I watch a whole hour of these type videos, but I loved every minute of this one. Well sailed James, and I wish you all the best for the future. Cheers.

@azsk69

2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Was that an hour? So captivating time flew by. Amazing story.

@equipmentmanagementservice2310

2 жыл бұрын

Hell, I don't pay attention to sailing ever but accidentally ended up here and I watched the whole thing in amazement.

@genehoffman1644

2 жыл бұрын

@@equipmentmanagementservice2310 same here.

That was one of the best sailing episodes on KZread I’ve ever seen. Thank you so much. You are bloody marvellous👍

Found you a few weeks ago and I've been trying to catch up on your videos going back to your 1st. I have to say this is your best so far. Thank you for sharing the adventure and your personal struggles. Many of us can truly relate. Thank you for being authentic.

I've sailed the Pacific and Persian Gulf and there is nothing but water for hundreds and thousands of miles and doing that alone takes some 🏀🏀's of steel. Good vid. Good job

@caliraised22

2 жыл бұрын

Especially on a 30 foot sailboat. Unreal

@freddieevans7876

2 жыл бұрын

Navy personel

What a fascinating journey. Sailboats love to break & watching how you problem solved was so beautiful to me. Thanks man, safe sailing

@dayron6637

2 жыл бұрын

It was right the first time, move on troll

@nathanielking8310

2 жыл бұрын

@@dayron6637 he's obviously a mechanic, give him a brake.... 😩😂😂✌️

@Vintagefuture

2 жыл бұрын

What Would you DO?…..kzread.info/dash/bejne/eKt7tLqGcbfFfdo.html

@brianwest6230

2 жыл бұрын

@@aimlessdrive8723 cannot catch one fish

@oktoberchest

2 жыл бұрын

is there a minimum and maximum length a sailboat needs to be to go solo on oceans?

Wow, what a trip! I'm not a sailor myself but most of my paintings are inspired by the coast and sailing as I live on the South coast of England and I came across your channel whilst looking at sailing stuff. Once I started watching I couldn't stop. Glad you made it safely. Looking forward to checking out your other videos.

What a journey and fascinating to watch. Thanks for the video and I'll keep watching your videos.

man, I remember when my ex of 6-7 years left me. I'm 29 today, but took me a good while to finally love myself again! Stay strong brother! God got something amazing awaiting for you in the future! Amen!

@robertoceferino1456

2 жыл бұрын

At 6 to 7 years she was a bit too young for you anyway

@Sailor1010

2 жыл бұрын

Which god?

@shadowofthenighthawk

2 жыл бұрын

@@Sailor1010 poseidon maybe

@RickFromNewCastle

2 жыл бұрын

@@Sailor1010 Wow. So much edge. 😅

12:06 the start of your TRUE happiness has just begun my friend. Trust me!!! I just turned 50 and I just started my journey alone almost 2years ago. I haven’t been this happy, truly happy inside ever in my life Bc now like you I’ve had many loves that have come and gone and come back and gone again lol! Once I realized that I get to be selfish enough to take care of me it was only then I was able to grow and show true kindness to others. I wish you all the worlds luck and many smooth nights of sailing!! Just know that you are here for you, now that you have this opportunity to grow❤️🙏🏻💪🏼

@billsmith2308

2 жыл бұрын

I believe it's called FREEDOM

Just watched this, my sons and I cheered you on the entire way! So motivating, such an excellent episode. Full respect man! 😁

To say I have mad respect for you is such an understatement. Thank you for posting this. Such a great learning tool. I bought a 26' MacGregor a year ago to learn on and have been having a blast. Been taking lessons and whatnot. But stuff like this reminds me to always keep learning. Thank you so much!

People spend their entire life imagining this. But, few will only carry it out. Peace and Safe travels my friend!! Just over the horizon will you find your answers.

@g.hanson

2 жыл бұрын

paroxysm of bourgeois stasis

It was humbling to see this. I don’t know how this video came up on my recommendations but it was totally worth it. I’ve been feeling really low this past week and this video somehow lifted my spirits up. Just subscribed to your channel man. Happy sailings in your next adventure!

@obkook7205

2 жыл бұрын

You might also like the channel "My Self Reliance," Cheers

@vicariouswitness

2 жыл бұрын

Let’s go bud

@lala_land86

2 жыл бұрын

I feel exactly the same way!

@Dan-mm1yl

2 жыл бұрын

Snap How good is the KZread algorithm

@AnangryGiraffe1

2 жыл бұрын

Everyone is very depressed rn with the state of the world, even if you have nothing to be depressed about lol... this video is great, just shows the beauty in doing something challenging and personal. We all need to find peace with ourselves.

I was in a similar life situation as yourself when I first watched this. It helped so much. I'm coming back for a second watching. You are an incredibly inspiring individual and it was a pleasure watching you navigate not only the Pacific but the issues that came with it. Thanks for this!

This was so peaceful and freeing to watch. Thank you for sharing sir

Being lost at sea has always been my greatest fear, so watching you take on a task like this really blew me away. If I was you, I'd go through the rest of my life with a happy little smile in my mind that I was badass enough to sail across an ocean, alone, and made do when the metaphorical wheels fell off. You're a baddass, plain and simple. Great video!

@SailorJames

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you thank you daily I have a smile and a look of terror remembering the passage 😂

This is how I put myself to sleep sometimes. I imagine I’m in an oversized unsinkable plastic barrel on the ocean just drifting with the current. I listen to the waves and wind and sometimes it rains or snows. It’s totally relaxing.

Thank you for documenting your journey and allowing us to see what this experience would be like. I was wondering what kind of person it would take to make this journey alone, and when you said your heroes did this without technology it hit me! Glad you were able to follow in the footsteps of those that inspired you! You are truly living.

Amazing courage to sail like this. Congrats...

Man…I commented way to early, that was epic! Dealing with losing your rudder and having to get in the water was super sketchy! 😳 I had a similar experience with my ex wife.. 12 years together and one day literally she said we’re done.. didn’t even see it coming. Turns out there was another guy and she had been sneakily using dating sites.. to say I was heartbroken was an understatement. I lost my house, seeing my 2 young children, and who I thought was my life partner.. She got everything in the divorce, except £5k which I used to buy a caravan. I lived in that van for a year until I financially got myself stable.. Anyway, it definitely sucks man but you are clearly made of the right stuff.. time does heal the majority of the pain, but it takes time. Just keep thinking of yourself, your journey in life.. there’s so much more to it than just relationships. Plus, things never stay the same.. life can change course for the better in an instant. Sending positive vibes bro 👍🏼

@martynjones2684

2 жыл бұрын

Mate - what a fecked up world. How can you lose all that when someone just walks out on you, on a whim!? That you sending out positive vibes from behind such a story is a testament to your character. I really hope you have been able to find a way to spend time with your kids again. Peace, Love , Out.

@waynester71

2 жыл бұрын

@@martynjones2684 Thank you mate, yes I have a great relationship with my 2 kids.. theyre quite grown up now, and I got married again 2 years ago to a wonderful girl.. More than happy now. I think sending out positive vibes is exactly what the world needs right now. No matter how bad your life someone always has it tougher. Appreciate the comment mate 👍

@manishsharma-fj2op

2 жыл бұрын

Read the rational male if possible,it will help you like it did for me. Or youtube about it but book is 1000x times better.

@smashergrilla954

2 жыл бұрын

How did she get the house and everything if she was the one cheating?

@waynester71

2 жыл бұрын

@@smashergrilla954 She was simply more ruthless than me.. she had a solicitor really early on when I was still reeling and dealing with the break up. She said a fair few things that were not true.. & claimed she deserved everything as she had the children to look after... I just rolled over. She was married before so knew so much more about how these things go.. I was nieve and devastated at the loss of everything that I almost gave up. Tough time.

A true sailor solving real problems that would stop most people. Your thinking to solve and overcome a serious breakdown. The courage to step into the water mid ocean. By far the very best sailing video I have seen on You Tube.

@recoswell

2 жыл бұрын

most people find everyday life hard enough - only bored rich asswipes do dumb shit like this

@BlindmanValley

2 жыл бұрын

@@recoswell Yet here you are watching a man live his dream, deal with the shit that comes with adventure and share it with everyone...Who are you again? Live your insignificant life and check back in once you grow a set and go after your dreams..we'll all applaud you at that point.

@lennoxpeters7792

2 жыл бұрын

@@recoswell Tosser

@itsfine5818

2 жыл бұрын

@@recoswell Everyday life is not hard if you can afford to be bitching on KZread.

@jakes_on_a_plane

2 жыл бұрын

@@recoswell flipping burgers must be stressful for you. Jealous much?

What an amazing video and story, thank you for sharing your solo voyage with us. Very inspiring with your never give up attitude! Way to stay the course, I'm definitely a subscriber now.

Speechless, what an amazing story, journey, this is a movie. The whole family watched it in awh. This man a real man. We could feel his stress, his fear, his courage, his pain coming right through our TV screen impossible as it may seem

@glorioskiola

2 жыл бұрын

Awe inspiring, I would say.

@timrunkle5636

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! True stories like this of pain and joy.,, trials and tribulation ,, Failure, and success, This should be mandatory high school material in order to graduate! Maybe we wouldn't be living in such a motherless, soy-boy generation of pussified males, who actually think they are men! This brother has fucking heart like a lion, but the passive wisdom of a dove.

As a former coastal sailor (Long Island, New York) I gotta say this journey and your courage and sailing skills impressed me immensely. Congratulations on your achievement. Truly awesome.

@juanmew7350

2 жыл бұрын

What part of long island if I may ask?

@frankschannel2642

2 жыл бұрын

@@juanmew7350 Northport - Suffolk County.

Wow so calm, you are gutsy! Very impressed! Thank you for your videos!

Respect keep staying strong you just reminded me everything is temporary and to not get hung up on the things you can't control and just live life ❤️

As someone with a fear of deep water I find this both fascinating and terrifying at the same time.

@spidermight8054

2 жыл бұрын

Understood, but depth is mostly irrelevant. I get it though.

@mattellis6040

2 жыл бұрын

@@spidermight8054 bathophobia is real...so depth is very much an issue for many people myself included. Every time I step foot on a boat ( avid fisherman mind you) I have this feeling I'm going to fall through the floor and continue falling into the black abyss.

@spidermight8054

2 жыл бұрын

@@mattellis6040 I said, "I get it though", meaning I understand. I too fear deep water, illogically though. 6' deep and nowhere to go will do me in just as dead as 5,000' would

@mdtransmissionspecialties

2 жыл бұрын

When you can drown from a teaspoon of water..

@spidermight8054

2 жыл бұрын

@@mdtransmissionspecialties Not easily! Never heard of it happening myself. But theoretically….nah, I don’t buy it. A puddle, perhaps yes. A teaspoon? Nah. At least not in the context of this fear, phobia.

I thought one of the coolest moments was when he stuck the camera in the water to look at the rudder and those cool zebra striped fish were trailing the boat. That was a surprise I wasn't expecting. Also those drone shots really brought home how he was in the middle of nowhere. I could not even begin to imagine doing something like this. So much respect for this guy.

@JAv-ti8uq

2 жыл бұрын

Agree, super cool! Btw, that little guy is called a Pilot fish 😁

You are a wise man to wish your wife happiness and release her ! Take 1 day at a time. You and your boat are amazing becoming 1 with the ocean !!

This is my first time on your channel and I'm telling you that I'm not going to miss a single video from now on. Your mental strenght is simply astonishing. In an hour episode you taught me so much on how to deal with personal issues and how to follow my dreams. Just a big thank you Sir!

This was one of the best stories of triumph over adversity that I've ever seen. First time on the channel here definitely not the last

@sailinginstructor

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@obxarms7685

2 жыл бұрын

Adversity

@matthewholzmueller6292

2 жыл бұрын

@@obxarms7685 Thank you, it was late.

@obxarms7685

2 жыл бұрын

@@matthewholzmueller6292 Happens to the best of us.

@pilotff

2 жыл бұрын

He never accepted defeat in the face of a daunting nautical emergency!

Well, that was one of the most genuine sailing KZreads I’ve seen. Solving big problems followed by a heartfelt land-ho was fantastic. 👍

Epic journey, well done james. Wishing you smooth sailing and clean seas

Wow, what a great story / video - thanks!

The drone footage really puts in to perspective just how alone you are out there, and just how small the boat is in the scheme of things.

Good for you for staying strong through your personal struggles. You’re an inspiration to so many

This is the first clip of this kind I literally watched from start to finish, it is really your calm, cool and collected character that inspiring me so much! Respect!

That’s life on the open ocean man, your life is in your hands and at the mercy of nature. It’s a sad fact that no one is coming to rescue you, but your calm and composed dealing with the issues you faced is inspirational! Calm waves and steady winds bro!

These just appeared on my TV as an autoplay on my chrome cast. Usually skip random shit, but this had me. Watched the whole thing. Insane dude living the dream. Not to mention balls of steel

@SailorJames

2 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻

E P I C. Absolutely epic. Right on James - way to persevere. One of the most compelling KZread sailing episodes ever.

@melee401

2 жыл бұрын

I think the Pardees would be most impressed with this one.

@stevehartley8162

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with Sail On. Great honest storytelling. So well done James. Keep going!

@kennethpaladino4948

2 жыл бұрын

Incredible journey! Incredible sailor! Incredible video footage!

@pointdevuenewport4360

2 жыл бұрын

Great Job James from Angus, Newport Beach California , I'm following you, don't look back !!!

@SamBassComedy

2 жыл бұрын

Sam Holmes is great too. You should check out his video where he sails a 24ft boat to Hawaii from Cali.

Nothing but respect and admiration for the skill, determination, and stones it takes to pull that off alone. Hats off to you. 😮

Absolutely MAD respect to you. Out there for 32 days. I would've crumbled the moment the rudder came loose. This is the first of your videos I've seen. Keen to see more. Cheers

Congrats james. Took a lot of courage to take the leap, and showed a lot of character to pull it off. Many people would have called for help 1000 miles out with no rudder. You made it all the way to your own anchor unassisted. Hats off to you!

@veronicamoss2597

2 жыл бұрын

First time watching your blog... Amazing! Inspiring, majestic, . The music you used was so apt to the changing situations. Brilliant. Congradulations 🙏

Amazing video mate. I never thought I'd sit through an hour long sailing video (I literally know nothing about sailing) but this was informative and I felt like I was there for the whole journey!

@constitution_8939

2 жыл бұрын

I concur with All you said, it happened like that today for me. The guy is Very likable, knowledgeable and filled with courage. I enjoyed this adventure immensely.

@Aaron_Hanson

2 жыл бұрын

100% relatable this comment was. So much so that I no longer need to add my own comment, you took the words out of my mouth! Cheers from Australia 🍻🍻🍻🇦🇺

Just watched this again. Totally impressed on how you kept your cool. At least on the outside. And you continued to make the video. Grace Under Pressure. Can't say enough about it.

I can watch this stuff all day, so relaxing 😌

Wow, I didn't expect to want to sit through this hour long video. But that was really great. Meditative, informative, interesting, exciting, and well made. Really great job man!

Man, I'm so happy for you. Sailing across oceans alone is not for the feint of heart. It's a given that something unforeseeable will happen. It was interesting to see your emotional state evolve around the challenges you were faced with. Congrats! You did it! Thanks for sharing bro. There's a lot of us who will never get to do this..

Omg dude I stumbled on this video and was absolutely riveted! You my man, are amazing! I am truly inspired. Thanks for the video.

This is my 2nd time watching this. You sir are amazing with your attitude always shining. You’ve had such a bad hand with your marriage and the rudder problems and you handled it all with class. No bad mood times which you deserved. Much respect James

This happened to me years ago in the north Atlantic. Solution, for those interested, was SeaBrake (an Australian made drogue which is internationally available) linked to:- shackle then 10m chain to a swivel shackle secured to 100ft of 0ctobrade line looped through large blocks, with homemade jammers, rigged across the cockpit. Steered by pulling on the looped rope, as it crossed the cockpit, when necessary and then jamming off to hold course. Recommended to ALL Skippers who find themselves in this situation. Bravo Zulu James! You got her there, mate.

Holy shit, I started this interested in your sailing adventure but couldn't be more sorry to hear about you and your wife. That's a devastating blow and I imagine this voyage was difficult to make alone. I'm glad to hear your optimism, but can't help but relate to the pain in your voice.

@asphaltcowboy7567

5 ай бұрын

Stop she 💯 had another dude. They always!!!! Monkeybranch F her he'll b wayyyyyy better without her

What a wonderful film - thanks so much and happy sailing!

Seeing your video a few years past it’s release and hearing your story about your experience dealing with the loss of your marriage during such a difficult journey is an absolute testimony to your resilience. I take my hat off for you brother. I’m sure there were time to where you were contemplating going down with the ship and just end the suffering. In my own way, Ive been there. Keep moving forward!

I cried with you and swelled with love and joy in your solo passage. Your writing is real. So here's to success and new adventures!! ♥️

@SailorJames

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this sweet comment. It has been an intense journey and I was pleasantly surprised at how many people reached out and told me they followed along with the tracker and blogs during my passage. 🙏🏻

@ChefClary60

2 жыл бұрын

@@crazypeoplearoundtheworld304 Lol. Man. Brutal. The internet is so messed up.

@ChefClary60

2 жыл бұрын

@@SailorJames Maybe a new love interest

@alanhannigan3358

2 жыл бұрын

What don't kill you,makes you stronger,sail on to better things,best of luck from an Irish viewer ☘️🍀🍀

@MrFrank107

2 жыл бұрын

@@crazypeoplearoundtheworld304 Dude, your English is messed up, in a poetic way. Now shut up and don't be mean to Barbara!

dude, the shots of the tuna swimming along side the boat are epic! wow, how gorgeous...

i have never watched anything like this and pushed play amd watched all the way through… what an unreal voyage… each challenge taken in stride, a calm and confident attitude keeping it real despite the rough nights… keep safe and thanks for sharing a piece of your life…

Much respect on all you did there. I'm honestly shocked they didnt tow you because actually your condition was very serious as awesome as you did manage it. Not being able to properly maneuver should have been enough for the coast guard to tow you in themselves.

My mate years ago sailed across the Atlantic with his dad and during a storm their sail got wrapped underneath the hull of the boat and my mate had to get into the water to free it. That story has always stuck with me and you really are completely at the mercy of the sea and it can all go terribly bad really fast.

@sharonbraselton4302

2 жыл бұрын

that why eñguñe on sail ñoat too wiñdy use motor

"everything in life is temporary unfortunately" i chuckled lol sooo trueee

Congratulations on your great adventure, your heart is very big!👏👏👏

So impressed! You did a great job! Always grateful for friends too. all the best!

60 years young here. Many lost and broken relationships. I live by the words of Carol King “There’ll be good times for me and you, But we just can’t stay together, don’t you feel it too? Still I’m glad for what we had and how I once loved you”. Peace Brother.

@SuperiorBettingTips

2 жыл бұрын

I bet in my life that she has left him for someone else, and that someone else has more money....women never leaves someone who have more to be with someone who has less, never ever ever