Epic Navigator In this video you will learn: How to evaluate a bay for shore-line mooring suitability Proper anchor placement in steep depth contours Preparing and organizing long stern lines (shore lines) Using the dinghy safely to pass lines ashore Crew roles and communication during the maneuver Engine handling and boat positioning under control Securing to rocks or trees without damaging equipment Final adjustments to avoid yawing and anchor dragging This is a fundamental Mediterranean anchoring technique used across Greece and the Eastern Mediterranean, essential for bareboat charter skippers and offshore sailors operating in anchorages without docks. Check availability for Mediterranean Masterclass here: https://epicnavigator.com/calendar/ Contact us here: WhatsApp: +30 6948 188 226 Email: info@epicnavigator.com

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Book your spot here: https://shorturl.at/i5n2P In this video, we explain the Mediterranean Masterclass in a nutshell: a hands-on experience designed to build real independence on board, so you can confidently take your family and friends on a charter boat. You’ll practice leadership, docking, core techniques on the water, and calm decision-making in real scenarios, always under my personal guidance. The program runs on either a catamaran or a monohull (check the schedule for dates). It’s best experienced over two consecutive weeks, though you can join week one, week two, or both. Training is capped at five students, and you can also bring friends or family as passengers, because the experience includes enjoying the destinations too. If you want to support the channel press the Join button! Contact Information: WhatsApp: +30 6948 188 226 Website: https://epicnavigator.com/ Email: info@epicnavigator.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epic.navigator?igsh=YTAxZWlzbHB0YXNv

In this video, we demonstrate a real catamaran mooring maneuver in the Mediterranean, filmed in Agkistri Island, Greece, under realistic harbour constraints. This is not a marina demo or a staged setup. It’s a live operational scenario where space, wind awareness, crew coordination, and timing matter. You’ll see: How we approach mooring a catamaran in a tight Mediterranean harbour Decision-making under limited space and variable conditions Practical skipper considerations specific to catamarans vs monohulls Crew positioning and communication during the maneuver Why calm execution beats aggressive corrections in confined areas This video focuses on operational seamanship, not theory. The goal is to show how experienced skippers manage real situations as they unfold — without shortcuts, edits, or ideal conditions. 📍 Location: Agkistri Island, Greece ⛵ Vessel Type: Catamaran Lagoon 380 🎯 Focus: Mediterranean mooring, harbour handling, skipper decision-making Epic Navigator – Offshore Seamanship & Skipper Training 🌐 Website: https://epicnavigator.com/ 📲 WhatsApp: +30 6948 188 226 ✉️ Email: info@epicnavigator.com

Epic Navigator Don't forget to press the Join button and support the channel!! Reposition & Exit This is a fundamental boat-handling move used whenever a vessel must be repositioned and exited safely in confined or restricted spaces. This maneuver is not limited to emergency situations. It is a core operational skill applied in marinas, tight fairways, crowded harbors, and any environment where space, timing, and control matter. In this video, the maneuver is presented exactly as it is taught during Epic Navigator training programs. What this video demonstrates: Correct execution of the Reposition & Exit maneuver Application in limited-space boat handling Students performing the maneuver themselves Instructor observation and non-intrusive intervention Targeted micro-corrections only when required Repetition until control, timing, and predictability are achieved The teaching method shown here is based on: Demonstration once Student execution under real conditions Instructor intervention only where necessary Continuous refinement through repetition The goal is not memorization, but operational capability — the ability to reposition a vessel with confidence, precision, and control. Who this video is for: Skippers operating in tight marinas and restricted waters Sailors seeking fundamental maneuvering mastery Students preparing for advanced monohull handling Anyone serious about developing repeatable boat-handling skills Epic Navigator – Professional Seamanship Training 🌐 Website: https://epicnavigator.com/ 📲 WhatsApp: +30 6948 188 226 ✉️ Email: info@epicnavigator.com

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That was a very close call from the Catamaran that tried to take our line during the entrance back to Alimos Marina Friday afternoon. Thanks to my Insta360 Camera I managed to review the video afterwards and to share it with you. Enjoy!!

Epic Navigator This video documents a real single-handing sailing operation, from preparation to execution. The boat was prepared the day before in Athens. Before sunrise the following morning, I departed alone, raised anchor single-handed, and documented the process using a drone and a 360 camera (Insta360 x5). You can get the camera here: https://store.insta360.com/product/x5?utm_term=INRJD9E USE CODE : INRJD9E to get a discount at the checkout Along the passage, the video also captures the destinations and coastline we pass, offering a real sense of route, environment, and conditions. The journey continued to Almyra Shipyard in Agioi Theodoroi, where the boat was hauled out for winter maintenance. This is real-world single-handing — focused on routine, risk management, and decision-making when sailing alone. No demonstrations, no shortcuts, just practical seamanship in real conditions. Location: Greece Operation: Single-hand passage & haul-out Cameras: Drone DJI Mini 4k & Insta360 X5 Purpose: Winter maintenance Epic Navigator 🌐 Website: https://epicnavigator.com/ WhatsApp: +30 6948 188 226 ✉️ Email: info@epicnavigator.com

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Epic Navigator In this video, we analyze a real incident at Alimos Marina, where a monohull stops at the narrowest point of the entrance, blocking traffic under westerly wind conditions and creating immediate risk for surrounding vessels and the harbor entrance. This is not a discussion about infrastructure, marina design, or lack of assistance. It is a discussion about seamanship. Seamanship is not defined by equipment or facilities. It is defined by judgment, situational awareness, and responsibility toward others at sea. In this analysis, we break seamanship down into three fundamental principles: 1.Does the action help the skipper without putting others at risk? 2.Does it improve or obstruct the flow and safety of the surrounding environment? 3.Would the same action be acceptable if it were done to us? Using real footage from a Greek marina, we examine how individual decisions can escalate risk for everyone, especially in confined spaces and adverse wind conditions. This video is part of an ongoing effort to document real-world situations in Greek harbors and to promote practical, operational seamanship — not theory, not blame, but clear judgment and accountability at sea. If you value calm analysis, real incidents, and skill-based seamanship, your input is welcome in the comments. Epic Navigator Operational Seamanship • Decision-Making • Real-World Sailing 🌐 Website: https://epicnavigator.com/ 📲 WhatsApp: +30 6948 188 226 ✉️ Email: info@epicnavigator.com

Epic Navigator Double Line Bowline Explained | Strong, Non-Slipping Loop in the Middle of a Rope Contact Information: Website: www.epicnavigator.com WhatsApp: +30 6948 188 226 Email: info@epicnavigator.com Welcome back to Epic Navigator In this video, I break down the Double Line Bowline — a highly practical knot that allows you to create a secure, non-slipping double loop in the middle of a rope, without needing access to either end. This knot is especially valuable in sailing and seamanship when: You need to attach a rope mid-line, not at the ends You want extra strength and load distribution The rope will be exposed to increased friction or chafe You need a loop that will not tighten under load and can still be untied easily afterward The Double Line Bowline combines the legendary reliability of the bowline with the advantage of a double loop, making it ideal for hanging equipment, temporary attachments, rescue situations, or any application where safety and ease of release matter. What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✔️ How to tie a Double Line Bowline step by step ✔️ Why it works in the middle of a rope ✔️ When to use it instead of a standard bowline ✔️ Practical sailing and onboard applications ✔️ Common mistakes to avoid Whether you’re a sailor, skipper, or simply serious about knots, this is a must-know technique that belongs in your core seamanship skillset. If you found this useful, like, subscribe, professional sailing knowledge from Epic Navigator. Skills over gadgets. Seamanship that works when it matters.

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Epic Navigator 🌊 Mediterranean Masterclass – Final Maneuver This docking marks the final maneuver of our Mediterranean Masterclass: A two-week offshore journey, sailing from Athens to the Dodecanese and back. After miles at sea, real weather, and real decisions, this was the last test — and it was executed successfully under demanding conditions. This is how real sailors finish a passage. Who This Video Is For Skippers who want real docking techniques Sailors facing strong crosswinds & tight marinas Anyone who wants to understand wind control, not fight it Crews training for high-pressure maneuvers If you sail in the Mediterranean, this is a situation you will face. Weekly Episodes – Don’t Miss Them Strong wind. Limited space. No second chances. In this episode, we enter Alimos Marina with a monohull under 25 knots of wind, reversing in and slapping the wind to maintain full control of the boat. This is a real-world, high-pressure docking maneuver — not theory. ⚓ What Happens in This Video Reversing against 25 knots of wind Using overshooting to stay loaded on the wind Maintaining rudder authority while slapping the wind Securing the first windward line to lock the boat Completing the maneuver cleanly with mooring lines Full crew coordination under challenging conditions No cuts. No shortcuts. Just seamanship. These videos are now weekly. 👉 Subscribe, hit the bell 🔔, and stay connected — because every episode is based on real conditions, not simulations. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 so you don’t miss more sailing tips and real-world maneuvers from Epic Navigator. ⛵ Let’s set sail. 📍 Location: Alimos Marina, Greece Duration: Two Weeks – Mediterranean Masterclass 🎥 Filmed with: insta360 x5 : https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_term=INRJD9E Promo code: INRJD9E 📧 Contact Information: 🌐 Website: https://epicnavigator.com/ ✉️ Email: info@epicnavigator.com 📲 WhatsApp (Office): +30 694 818 8226 📲 WhatsApp (Direct): +30 694 393 6083 💙 Support the Channel: ⚓ If you enjoy this content and want to see more real seamanship under pressure, consider supporting the channel.

Epic Navigator Welcome to Epic Navigator In this video, we are sailing in Antiparos, facing 40+ knots of headwind, during an extreme docking maneuver that leaves zero room for error. This is real-life seamanship, not theory. What you’ll see in this video: Our first approach and the mistakes we made How strong headwind can be the most challenging for Cyclades Why standard docking techniques fail in extreme conditions Letting the boat drift with the wind instead of fighting it Using anchor tension to regain control and reposition the boat The final successful approach, explained step by step ⚓ This is the kind of situation every skipper may eventually face — especially during charter sailing or Mediterranean strong wind conditions. If you want to improve your boat handling, decision-making under pressure, and understand what really works in extreme wind docking, contact us to book a high level course with us. 👉 Subscribe for more real sailing scenarios, advanced maneuvers, and professional seamanship content. Training & Contact Website: www.epicnavigator.com/ WhatsApp (Office): +30 694 818 8226 WhatsApp (Personal): +30 694 393 6083

Epic Navigator Control Line Maneuver Explained – A Core Skill Every Advanced Skipper Must Master Welcome to Epic Navigator In this video, we break down one of the most critical boat-handling skills for advanced skippers: the correct use of the Control Line. The control line is the line we usually send ashore first, most commonly from the stern and on the windward side, allowing us to balance the yacht against the wind and fully control its movement. This technique enables precise positioning of the boat , giving us maximum control even in challenging conditions. What you’ll learn in this video: -How and when to deploy the control line -Proper preparation of the line before throwing it ashore -The **lasso technique** for accurate and safe line handling -How to approach a quay using the control line -How to pivot and rotate the yacht around a fixed point (cleat/bit ashore) - Understanding and using the **pivot point** to control the boat’s movement This maneuver is a foundational skill for skippers who want to operate at a high technical level, whether on monohulls or catamarans. Want to Train With Us? If you want to master real-world boat handling, you can join our professional training programs: Monohull Maneuvers Training https://epicnavigator.com/monohull-maneuvering-mastery/ Catamaran Maneuvers Training https://epicnavigator.com/catamaran-maneuvering-mastery/ Motor Yachts maneuvering Training https://epicnavigator.com/motor-boat-maneuvering-mastery/ Mediterranean Masterclass https://epicnavigator.com/training/mediterranean-masterclass/A one- or two-week intensive onboard training program where we practice multiple real scenarios in different ports across the Cyclades. This is the ultimate course for skippers who want to become truly advanced. 📞 Contact & Book Your Training WhatsApp:+30 6948 188 226 (Ask for Penny, our office manager, to schedule your training) ✉️Email: info@epicnavigator.com Send us your application and training request Follow Epic Navigator Facebook:https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091979424453 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/epic.navigator/ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@epicnavigator ⛵ Let’s take your skipper skills to the next level.