Lin Pardey is a name that needs little introduction in the sailing world—her voyages, books, and philosophy of simple cruising have inspired generations of sailors. In this episode, she’s joined by her partner David Haigh, an experienced offshore sailor and circumnavigator. Together, they share lessons on seamanship, self-reliance, and the mindset needed to cross oceans.
We talk about:
⛵ The evolving world of offshore sailing—what’s changed and what hasn’t
🌊 The importance of seamanship and why simplicity often wins over complexity
🛠 Lessons from decades at sea, from storm tactics to boat preparation
⚓ The mindset that makes long-term cruising possible
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What does it take to sail to the most remote and extreme destinations on Earth? Jimmy Cornell, legendary sailor, author, and rally founder, has spent decades exploring the world’s oceans—including multiple voyages to Antarctica and the Northwest Passage. Now, he’s launched the High Latitude Challenge, an ambitious event connecting these two iconic destinations.
In this episode, we talk about:
✔️ What makes Antarctica and the Arctic so captivating for sailors
✔️ The unique challenges of high-latitude cruising
✔️ Practical advice for new sailors just getting started
Jimmy also shares stories from his past voyages, lessons from 200,000+ nautical miles, and his best advice for sailors preparing for offshore adventures.
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⛵ Boat buying, major refits, and a first adventure to Alaska—this episode is packed with insights for new and aspiring cruisers. My guest shares how expert guidance helped them navigate the boat-buying process, how they tackled a refit with support from Pelagic Blue Cruising Services, and what it was like taking off for an offshore shakedown cruise.
Dive into:
⛵ What matters when buying a liveaboard sailboat
🔧 Lessons from a refit
🌊 Taking off straight into a high-latitude adventure
📖 The importance of having a GOOD logbook at sea
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