Inoxtag's Transatlantic with Guirec Soudée: When a YouTuber Heads Offshore
A summary of YouTuber Inoxtag's Atlantic crossing with Guirec Soudée. An inspiring experience!
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In an ultra-connected era where we experience the world through our screens, some stories make you want to put down your smartphone and set off on an adventure.
Recently, it was the epic journey of YouTuber Inoxtag that captured the public's attention, especially among younger audiences: an Atlantic crossing in 11 days, alongside skipper Guirec Soudée.
Here's a look back at this one-of-a-kind transatlantic, what Inoxtag went through on board, and why this experience inspires us.
Inoxtag and Guirec Soudée: two worlds, one shared passion
On one side, the virtual universe, content creation and millions of subscribers; on the other, wild nature, a sometimes harsh daily life and extreme solitude (think: no land on the horizon for thousands of kilometres). Inoxtag and Guirec Soudée move in worlds that seem to be poles apart.
And yet the two men, not so far apart in age (one was born in 2002, the other in 1992), share the same taste for challenges and pushing their limits.
This isn't Inoxtag's first challenge, either: barely a year ago, he set himself the completely irrational task of climbing Everest with no experience whatsoever. He took on the bet and pulled it off, which even led to a documentary and launched the YouTuber's career. He now runs a YouTube channel (opens in a new tab) with more than 9 million subscribers.
Soudée, for his part, is far from a beginner: many will remember his legendary round-the-world sailing voyage with his hen Monique, and his return crossing of the Atlantic by rowing boat. Not to mention his very respectable 23rd place in the 2025 Vendée Globe (opens in a new tab).
The very opposite of the taciturn old sea dog, the 33-year-old skipper is reinventing sailing in his own way, with bets that are more or less offbeat but always ambitious.
Inoxtag's challenge: crossing the Atlantic on a trimaran
Before his voyage alongside Soudée, Inoxtag had no sailing experience at all. What drives the young man is discovery, testing himself against the unknown and learning from the most seasoned.
So it was only natural that he enthusiastically answered the call of the sea.
8 months before the crossing, he received a message from Guirec Soudée:
"I saw that you'd done Everest and that you'd discovered everything there was in France with the mountains, and abroad. Now there's something you haven't done, and that's the sea, the ocean."
8 months later, after a few months of training, he set sail with Soudée aboard the Ultim MACSF, a giant trimaran with no engine. An Atlantic crossing is already an ordeal; under sail, the challenge gets even tougher!
The Brest–Martinique passage would last 11 days, from 8 to 20 July.
The project was also excellent preparation for Guirec Soudée, who is planning a transatlantic in the opposite direction, solo and non-stop. For now, the record is held by Jean-Luc Van Den Heede, who completed the crossing on a monohull in 2004.
A 2.0 crossing
"It was hard to get used to. The boat pitches all the time. I threw up. It wasn't very pleasant at first."
– Inoxtag, on a TV set after returning from his crossing
With no prior communication (apart from the dates of the voyage), Inoxtag only shared the story of his crossing on his channel once the experience was over. You can discover his adventure in a 1h20 video (opens in a new tab), in which the YouTuber shows:
- his daily life facing often rough weather
- repairs in extreme conditions
- moments of fear
- moments of contemplation alongside his mentor Soudée
A transatlantic with a digital dimension, building bridges between worlds and showing that, with good preparation and the right people around you, a beginner can achieve their dreams.
The video has more than 5.8 million views, wide exposure that has surely sparked a thirst for adventure in some viewers.
Why does it inspire us? 5 lessons from Inoxtag's transatlantic
Lesson 1: anyone can attempt a transatlantic (under certain conditions)
Inoxtag's journey proves that whatever your level of experience, it's possible to undertake an Atlantic crossing under sail, even as a beginner crew member. The open ocean isn't reserved for seasoned sailors. To embark on the adventure, however, certain conditions must be met.
Conditions to get started:
- Adopt a learning mindset and prepare your voyage as much as possible
- Essential training in the basics of sailing (practical course or offshore qualification)
- Show curiosity and commitment so you learn fast and adapt to tough conditions
Lesson 2: mentoring and sharing experience are crucial
What makes a sailor is experience gained alongside the most seasoned! With Soudée, Inoxtag grew a great deal, both in skills and personally.
To learn sailing, or any other skill, it's essential to learn from those with more experience. By observing, listening and practising with a seasoned sailor, you progress quickly in a safe and rewarding setting.
On the skipper's side, passing on knowledge and a passion for sailing is always a precious and gratifying experience.
To see this for yourself, just visit our listings section: plenty of skippers are looking for beginner crew.
Lesson 3: pushing your limits leads to unforgettable experiences
Sailing a transatlantic means overcoming your fears and drawing on your inner resources to face the sea and its dangers.
Magical moments:
- The beauty and vastness of the ocean
- Timeless moments between sky and sea
- Sharing with the other members of the crew
As Inoxtag shows, the challenges that demand the most of us often lead to the finest experiences.
Lesson 4: community is what really counts
Even in the middle of the ocean, human connection remains essential for finding the strength to meet challenges. Inoxtag found that connection both in his crewmate Soudée and in the virtual community of his subscribers, whom he brought along with him.
Just like the internet, the sea sometimes creates strong bonds: it's these bonds that make moments unforgettable and help you face the toughest conditions.
Lesson 5: in the face of the sea, humility is essential
If there's one thing a sailor knows for sure, it's that they'll never have the last word with the sea. Faced with this immensity of infinite power, all you can do is learn to adapt at every moment.
Inoxtag no doubt understood this well during his voyage. Humility is crucial in order to work with the sea rather than against it, and so enjoy the best possible experience offshore.
