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Chapter 13 of my book *Be The Captain* is Storm Tactics: http://bethecaptain.com This is what I learned the night our catamaran cracked open 100 miles offshore. It wasn?t a rogue wave. It wasn?t one bad call. It was a chain of decisions?some rushed, some careless, some just unlucky. And the truth is, the biggest problem was built into the boat from the start? we just didn?t know it. In this video, I break down what went wrong, the gear we had (and didn?t), the timing we messed up, and the storm planning we should?ve done before we ever left French Polynesia. If you sail offshore?or plan to?this might be the most valuable 17 minutes you?ll spend on YouTube today. ?? Watch the FULL STORY: https://youtu.be/o__mcZS-jfU ?? Support the channel and get behind-the-scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro ? Learn more, sail smarter, and stay afloat. Chapters 00:00 The Craziest Story 00:44 The Cyclone Season 2:12 Bad Decision #1 2:50 The Adventurous Route 3:59 The Hurricane/Cyclone Overlap 4:44 Bad Decision #2 5:18 Lesson #1 6:13 Lesson #2 7:39 Lesson #3 9:04 Lesson #4 10:42 Lesson #5 11:10 Why our Sea Anchor Failed 13:28 Be the Captain 13:51 Design Flaw 15:47 Lessons for Life

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Get my book here: http://bethecaptain.com I've shared pieces of this story before, but never the whole experience?until now. This is the true account of the night my catamaran literally ripped itself in half, 100 miles offshore in the Pacific Ocean, and how my girlfriend and I managed to survive against incredible odds. It's taken me five years to finally share this story in full detail. No heavy editing, no distractions?just raw storytelling and the powerful reality of what it's like to face disaster at sea. If you find value in my videos, consider joining my Patreon crew for exclusive updates and content: https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro Fair winds, James

My new book, "Be the Captain," is finally done! http://bethecaptain.com This is the field manual I wish I had when I first started sailing offshore. Ever wondered how I actually search for boats online? In today's video, I'm taking you behind the scenes and showing you my exact step-by-step process for finding and examining sailboats. My goal isn't just to show you a good boat; it's to teach you HOW and WHERE to search. Think of it as learning how to fish, instead of just being given a fish. LINKS FROM VIDEO: James' Yachtworld Search: https://shorturl.at/tcjRk Sailboat Listings: https://www.sailboatlistings.com Craigslist: https://www.craigslist.org YachtX: https://www.yachtx.com YachtR: https://yachtr.com Apollo Duck: https://www.apolloduck.com Facebook Marketplace: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace Facebook Groups (Boats for sale): https://www.facebook.com/groups/boatsforsalebyowneronly Boats.com: https://www.boats.com BoatTrader: https://www.boattrader.com NADA Boat Values: https://www.nadaguides.com/Boats Boat Trader Price Checker: https://www.boattrader.com/price-checker/ BucValu (Used Boat Values): https://www.bucvalu.com/ Surveys & Inspections: Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (Find a Surveyor): https://www.marinesurvey.org BoatUS Marine Surveys Guide: https://www.boatus.com/expert-advice/expert-advice-archive/2020/april/marine-surveys iNautia (Europe-focused): https://www.inautia.com My stuff: Your Book "Be the Captain": http://bethecaptainbook.com/ Patreon (Support the Channel): https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro My Official Website: https://sailingzingaro.com/ Fair winds, James Chapters: 00:00 We we're going to learn 01:19 Book Announcement 02:56 Define Your Parameters 04:46 Yachtworld 05:56 Sailboatlistings 06:41 YachtX 07:59 YachtR 09:43 Apollo Duck 10:19 Ancasta 11:34 BoatsOnline.com.au 11:55 Search Temtest 12:38 Search Craigslist 12:56 The SECRET WEAPON

Want a signed copy of my book? Limited time: http://bethecaptain.com Buying your first sailboat? There?s ONE question you must ask before you spend a dime?or you?ll end up with a floating disaster that doesn?t match your life at all. In this video, I break down the six real-world sailing archetypes?and exactly what kind of boat works for each. No sales fluff, no brochure fantasy. Just honest, hard-earned lessons from 85,000 miles offshore. Timestamps: 0:00 ? This Mistake Costs Sailors Everything 0:54 ? The Voyager (Ocean-Crosser) 1:37 ? The Coastal Cowboy 2:03 ? The Islander (Anchorage Life) 2:36 ? The Off-Grid Outlaw 3:08 ? The Project Pirate (The Yard Rat) 3:49 ? The Nailer (The Boat Builder) 4:56 ? Boat Options for The Voyager 6:42 ? Boat Options for The Coastal Cowboy 7:35 ? Boat Options for The Islander 8:35 ? Boat Options for The Off-Grid Outlaw 10:17 ? Boat Options for The Project Pirate 11:18 ? Boat Options for The Nailer 12:23 - Be the Captain

Grab the SIGNED FIRST EDITION of my new book "Be The Captain" before it?s gone! http://bethecaptain.com If you've ever wondered how to cross the Atlantic from the US to Europe - here's your vid. I break down everything you'll need to know to really understand clearly the weather patterns that you are dealing with, how to best 'thread the needle' to get through safely, and what to do if you screw up. Watch Weather Routing 101: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfeWGROLU8s Tools I used in the video: PredictWind: https://www.predictwind.com/ Earth.nullschool: https://earth.nullschool.net/ TropicalTidbits: https://www.tropicaltidbits.com/ If you'd like a SIGNED first edition of the book (see video): www.bethecaptainbook.com Bonus sea story at the end of the video? don?t skip it. Much love! James Learn About Weather: https://www.coursera.org/learn/meteorology Atlas of Pilot Charts: https://msi.nga.mil/Publications/APC Predict Wind: https://www.predictwind.com/ (Weather Courses) Backyard Meteorology: https://www.harvardonline.harvard.edu/course/backyard-meteorology-science-weather AstroNavigation: https://my.vanderbilt.edu/astronav/overview/coordinates/ (Videos) Unlocking the power of multi-objective algorithms for voyage optimization and vessel performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v461kfkmZ0E&t=10s Introduction (Frank Bohlen, CCA) Marine Weather Fundamentals (Ken McKinley, Locus Weather) The 500 mb Surface: Significance and Analysis (Lee Chesneau, Chesneau Marine Weather) Ocean Currents, Waves, and Sea State (Frank Bohlen, University of Connecticut Marine Sciences) Ocean Forecasting: The Process and the Products (Joseph Sienkiewicz, NOAA NWS Ocean Prediction Center) Communications for Weather (Jim Corenman, SailMail Association) The Navigator?s Weather Watch (Ralph Naranjo, Annapolis School of Seamanship) Questions from the floor ? Roundtable Discussion (all presenters) 1320 Weather Windows and Weather Routing Campbell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1Q0tQyl4nc&t=7s Weather Routers: starweatherrouting@gmail.com https://metbob.com/ Stories to read: https://wingssail.blogspot.com/1998/11/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SS_El_Faro Support Sailing Zingaro: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro T-shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/store/zingaro/ ??: Epidemic Sound Chapters: 00:00 Opening: The Ocean?s Rhythm 01:38 What Makes the Wind? (YOU NEED TO UNDERSTAND THIS) 04:15 Easy drawing to explain this 07:08 Pacific Ocean Example 07:41 The Azores High ? The Floating Donut of Sadness 11:25 The Storm Factory ? Canadian Lows 12:48 THE SEA STORY 13:51 Swell: The Hidden Enemy 16:47 Routing: Chesapeake ? Bermuda 23:21 How to Find Ocean Currents 27:40 Routing: Bermuda ? Azores 31:52 Rules of Thumb 33:11 When the Plan Goes to Sh*t (Bonus Tips) 38:00 Special Announcement

This is everything I?ve learned in 85,000+ miles ? http://bethecaptain.com You asked, I answer. No BS, this is real advice. Here's my Yachtworld link: https://shorturl.at/fyiRy Buy me a beer: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/svzingaro Watch Next: Bluewater Sailboats 101: https://youtu.be/jRBi5Y2Rac8 The WORST Boats to buy 2025: https://youtu.be/4pCL37WJGdM Support the Channel: ?? https://www.patreon.com/c/svzingaro 00:00-00:37 Intro 00:37 Do more production boats cross oceans? 1:30 Does tankage make a bluewater boat? 2:56 Cost of a Norseman 447? 3:34 What checks ALL of James' boxes? 6:44 How much do delivery captains charge? 10:04 What to budget for upgrades and repairs? 12:07 What are the implications of draft? 13:10 Find me a boat for $35k! 16:19 Deck stepped vs keel stepped masts 18:19 What type of STERN design do you prefer? 20:18 Do you recommend a Kanter Atlantic 45? 21:28 What do you think about Island Packet 350? 23:29 Hylas 44 vs Gulfstar 44c? 24:27 Will you make a video about weather routing? Spinnaker? 25:07 Review of a Gib'Sea 44 26:09 Center cockpit vs Aft cockpit 27:30 Is the Discovery 50 Catamaran a good sailboat? 27:53 What about Cat Boats? 28:56 Swan or Baltic? 29:33 Cal 2-46 review 30:31 Thank you for watching!

Grab the SIGNED FIRST EDITION of my new book "Be The Captain" before it?s gone ? http://bethecaptain.com In this video, I reveal 10 incredible, inexpensive sailboats under $50,000 perfect for bluewater sailing around the world. These boats are affordable, capable, and ready to take you on the adventure of a lifetime. From legendary designs like the Cal 40 and Valiant 40 to rugged classics like the Tayana 37 and Contest 38, these boats have proven themselves in some of the world?s toughest conditions. Whether you?re planning a circumnavigation or a long-term cruising lifestyle, this list will help you find the perfect boat to make your dreams come true. What?s in this video: ? Why these boats are top picks for bluewater cruising. ?? The pros and cons of each design, from performance to comfort. ?? Tips on finding and outfitting a world-cruising boat without breaking the bank. Got a favorite sailboat? Drop a comment and let me know which one you?d choose! And don?t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more sailing content. Let?s make those cruising dreams a reality! #Sailing #BluewaterCruising #AffordableSailboats #SailboatsUnder50K #CruisingDreams #AdventureOnTheWater ?? Support this channel: Come sailing with us! https://sailingzingaro.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro T-shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/store/zingaro/ ?? Social Media: Website: https://sailingzingaro.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/svzingaro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sailing_zingaro/ ??????????? Companies we love: OC Tenders: https://octenders.co.nz/ Seawater Pro Watermakers: https://seawaterpro.com/ Lasdrop dripless shaft seal: https://lasdrop.com/ Spurs shaft cutter: https://spursmarine.com/shaft-cutters/ Forward-looking sonar: https://echopilot.com/ ??: Epidemic Sound 00:00 Intro 00:54 Interpreting the data 1:35 Honorable Mention: Westsail 32 2:28 Cal 40 4:14 Valiant 40 5:17 Tayana 37 6:12 Moody 37 7:10 Hans Christian 38T 9:23 Island Packet 38 10:28 Hallberg Rassy 35 10:56 Alberg 37 11:40 Contest 38 12:12 Najad 390 12:44 What did I miss? 13:12 Book James for Consulting

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Grab the SIGNED FIRST EDITION of my new book: http://bethecaptain.com In this video, I break down modern offshore weather routing ? how it works, why waves are the real danger offshore, and how new tech lets us sail smarter and safer than ever before. We?ll cover: ? How weather models like GFS, ECMWF, SPIR, and PredictWind actually work ? How to plan safe passages using modern routing tools ? Why secondary and tertiary swell matter more than you think ? My secret weapons for better offshore decision-making LINK FROM VIDEO: Preorder my book "Be the Captain": https://payhip.com/b/C2Ki8 Learn About Weather: https://www.coursera.org/learn/meteorology Atlas of Pilot Charts: https://msi.nga.mil/Publications/APC Predict Wind: https://www.predictwind.com/ (Weather Courses) Backyard Meteorology: https://www.harvardonline.harvard.edu/course/backyard-meteorology-science-weather AstroNavigation: https://my.vanderbilt.edu/astronav/overview/coordinates/ (Videos) Unlocking the power of multi-objective algorithms for voyage optimization and vessel performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v461kfkmZ0E&t=10s Introduction (Frank Bohlen, CCA) Marine Weather Fundamentals (Ken McKinley, Locus Weather) The 500 mb Surface: Significance and Analysis (Lee Chesneau, Chesneau Marine Weather) Ocean Currents, Waves, and Sea State (Frank Bohlen, University of Connecticut Marine Sciences) Ocean Forecasting: The Process and the Products (Joseph Sienkiewicz, NOAA NWS Ocean Prediction Center) Communications for Weather (Jim Corenman, SailMail Association) The Navigator?s Weather Watch (Ralph Naranjo, Annapolis School of Seamanship) Questions from the floor ? Roundtable Discussion (all presenters) 1320 Weather Windows and Weather Routing Campbell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1Q0tQyl4nc&t=7s Weather Routers: starweatherrouting@gmail.com https://metbob.com/ Stories to read: https://wingssail.blogspot.com/1998/11/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SS_El_Faro Support Sailing Zingaro: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro T-shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/store/zingaro/ Chapters: 00:00 - Waves Kill, Not Wind 00:39 - The Real Danger Offshore 01:49 - Why Secondary Swell Matters 02:39 - Modern Weather Routing Changed Everything 03:40 - How Weather Models Work 05:15 - The Big Players: GFS, ECMWF, SPIRE 10:01 - PredictWind?s Proprietary Models PWE, PWG 10:31 - Why I Use PredictWind 11:17 - How to Plan an Offshore Route 15:00 - Why Wave State is More Important Than Wind 17:15 - Departure Planning Like a Pro 20:31 - Final Departure Advice 21:01 - Learn to Be Your Own Weather Router 21:27 - Secret Tools You Should Be Using 23:30 - Climate Data & Modern Pilot Charts 25:00 - PredictWind Data Hub: Next-Level Routing 26:11 - Be the Captain: Book Preorder Announcement 28:03 - What's Next

Grab the SIGNED FIRST EDITION of my new book before it?s gone! ? http://bethecaptain.com There's BAD advice, then there's the WORST advice ? this is the latter. I?m breaking down the most common myths I hear from new cruisers? and sharing what I wish someone told me before I went offshore. You?ll hear stories from my 85,000+ miles at sea, see examples of good (and terrible) boat designs, and hopefully walk away a bit more prepared ? and a lot less confused. ????? Want to go deeper? My new book Be the Captain: A Field Manual is coming soon ? it's the ultimate guide to mastering offshore cruising. ?? Sneak peek in the video! ?? Consults: Need help buying the right boat? https://sailingzingaro.com/ ?? Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro ? Chapters: 00:00 Cold Open ? This Bed Will Get You Killed Offshore 01:20 Buy a Boat That Fits YOUR Lifestyle 04:25 Buy for Comfort at Anchor? Until You Go Offshore 06:35 "Outrun the Storms" ? The Speed Myth 08:16 The Most Dangerous Advice of All 10:18 What I Wish I Knew When I Started

?? My new book "Be The Captain" is available for preorder now! Grab the Collector?s Edition before it?s gone! https://bethecaptainbook.com What are the REAL COSTS of a project boat like this Hans Christian 48T? In this livestream, I'm breaking down what?s wrong & what it?ll cost. Got a listing you're considering? Drop it in the chat?we?ll pull it up live. ?? Want help finding your dream boat? Book a consult: https://sailingzingaro.com/ ?? Join the crew on Patreon for bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro Hans Christian 48, cheap bluewater sailboats, boat restoration, fixer upper sailboat, project boats, sailboat advice, offshore cruising, bluewater cruiser, sailboat repair costs, liveaboard boat, yachtworld listings, buying a sailboat, liveaboard life, cruising lifestyle, sailboat walkthrough.

What are the REAL COSTS of a project boat like this Hans Christian 48T? In this livestream, I'm breaking down what?s wrong & what it?ll cost. Got a listing you're considering? Drop it in the chat?we?ll pull it up live. ?? Want help finding your dream boat? Book a consult: https://sailingzingaro.com/ ?? Join the crew on Patreon for bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro Hans Christian 48, cheap bluewater sailboats, boat restoration, fixer upper sailboat, project boats, sailboat advice, offshore cruising, bluewater cruiser, sailboat repair costs, liveaboard boat, yachtworld listings, buying a sailboat, liveaboard life, cruising lifestyle, sailboat walkthrough.

Grab the SIGNED FIRST EDITION of my new book ? http://bethecaptain.com #bluewaterboats #offshoreready #SailingLife #BoatDeals #BluewaterSailing #AffordableYachts CRAZY DEALS on sailboats right now! ? Need help picking your perfect boat? I do consultations too: ??https://sailingzingaro.com/ Much love, ?James 1984 Mason 53 https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1984-mason-mason-53-9743843/ 1982 Passport 40 https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1982-passport-40-9577745/ 1988 Baba 40 https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1988-baba-toshiba-9690158/ 1979 Valiant 40 https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1979-valiant-cutter-9713647/ 1980 Mason 43 https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1980-mason-43-9673233/ 1987 Hans Christian 41 https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1987-hans-christian-41-molokai-9700194/ 1979 Shannon 38 https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1979-shannon-38-9302252/ 1983 Nautor Swan 391 https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1983-nautor-swan-391-9517821/ 1985 Kanter 45 Atlantic https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1985-kanter-45-atlantic-9493539/ 1997 Amel Super Maramu https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1997-amel-super-maramu-9660215/ 1990 Koopmans 47 https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1990-koopmans-47-9008828/ 1999 Outremer 38 / 43 https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1999-outremer-38-43-9727059/ 00:00 - Sick of tariffs? Here?s the plan 01:04 - Mason 53 ? ?25,000 in Singapore ?? 02:33 - Passport 40 ? $40K & very livable 03:14 - Baba 40 ? $49K, beautiful teak & style 04:03 - Valiant 40 ? $55K, offshore legend 05:02 - Mason 43 ? $65K, major price drop 06:16 - Hans Christian 41T ? $99K, full keel beauty 07:27 - Shannon 38 ? $75K, Beth Leonard?s boat 08:58 - Nautor Swan 391 ? $100K, offshore weapon 10:40 - Kanter 45 Atlantic ? $95K, aluminum high-lat monster 11:42 - Amel Super Maramu ? $157K, the Delos boat 12:58 - Koopmans 47 ? Steel cutter with twin poles 13:49 - Outremer 38/43 Catamaran ? $120K, fast and proven 15:04 - Wrap-up: Escape the system, sail away ?? --- ?? SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: https://patreon.com/sailingzingaro Video of sailing across the Pacific Ocean on the Mason 63: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Io0L22FDq4

In this Sunday's live installment, we're going through the comment section and answering YOUR comments. We'll talk about boats, about me, and about the channel. I'll also be answering questions from our guests. Come join! ?? Want help finding your dream boat? Book a consult: https://sailingzingaro.com/ ?? Join the crew on Patreon for bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro #YachtWorld #SailboatDeals #CruisingLife #SailingTips #BluewaterBoats #BoatBuying #LiveaboardLife #SailingLive #SailingQandA #SteelSailboat #OffshoreReady #SailingLivestream Link for searching Yachtworld: https://shorturl.at/qVIVI List of Keywords used in this video: * "Must Sell" * ?Negotiable? * "Motivated" * "Priced to sell" * ?Project" * "Needs work" * "Refit started" * "Reduced" * "Estate" * "Divorce" * ?Foreclosure * ?Bank-owned" Links to search engines: https://www.yachtworld.com/boats-for-sale/ https://yachtr.com/ https://www.sailboatlistings.com/ https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f152/ https://www.lapazyachts.com/ https://www.raiatea-yacht.com/index.php?page=voiliers https://www.facebook.com/groups/945743318865601/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_permalinks=8651653911607798 https://searchcraigslist.net/results?q=island%20packet#google_vignette