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Salty Podcast:  Sailing - Salty Podcast #40 |⛵️Sailed Around the World Solo Unassisted & WON!🌍Kirsten Neuschafer

Salty Podcast #40 |⛵️Sailed Around the World Solo Unassisted & WON!🌍Kirsten Neuschafer

10/10/24 • 57 min

Salty Podcast: Sailing

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Racing the Old-Fashioned Way! 🌊⛵️ Join me as I chat with South African sailor Kirsten Neuschäfer, winner of the 2022 Golden Globe Race. This solo, non-stop race challenges sailors to navigate without modern technology—no GPS, no satellite weather—and no assistance - on a 36' boat! Podlink: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast40
Set sail with us as we welcome Kirsten Neuschafer, the extraordinary 2022 Golden Globe Race winner, who shares her captivating journey through the world's most demanding solo, non-stop sailing competition. From her current anchorage in Madeira, Kirsten reflects on the inspiration that sparked her participation, her bold choice of a heavy displacement boat, and how embracing the race's retro spirit without modern technology shaped her experience. She offers a vivid account of the physical and mental demands of solo sailing, the profound connection one cultivates at sea, and the lessons learned from both the beauty and challenges of the Southern Ocean.
Kirsten opens up about the emotional and psychological dimensions of her adventure, recounting personal stories of overcoming adversity and the mental shifts necessary to navigate arbitrary checkpoints. Her tale of a swift rescue mission at sea highlights not only her quick thinking and favorable winds but also the resilience and optimism she encountered in her fellow sailors. Through her narrative, we explore the balance between racing objectives and personal growth, and how focusing on her own journey brought unexpected joy and fulfillment. Kirsten's insights into solo sailing and the unique experiences it offers go beyond the race, touching on the art of self-conversation, silent retreats, and cultural exchanges from cycling across continents.
Concluding the episode, we delve into Kirsten's musings on the future of oceanic adventures, the role of minimal technology, and the anticipation of new journeys. Her reflections remind us of the beauty found in fleeting moments, the significance of familiar waters, and the joy of racing to one's own rhythm. With a nod to historical sailing documentaries and stories that have inspired her, Kirsten's journey is a testament to the indomitable spirit of adventure and the lessons learned from navigating life's unpredictable seas.
#SaltyAbandon #Sailing #SaltyPodcast #GoldenGlobeRace #SoloSailing #KirstenNeuschafer

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SALTY ABANDON: Cap'n Tinsley, Orange Beach, AL:
Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320;
Nov 2015-Oct 2020; 1988 Island Packet 27
Feb-Oct 2015 - 1982 Catalina 25
SALTY PODCAST is LIVE every Wed at 6pm Central and is all about the love of sailing!
YOUTUBE PLAYLIST: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcastPlaylist
PODCAST TOOLS:
Livestream: Https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5430067749060608
Create AI Clips: https://klap.app/?via=SaltyAbandon

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Racing the Old-Fashioned Way! 🌊⛵️ Join me as I chat with South African sailor Kirsten Neuschäfer, winner of the 2022 Golden Globe Race. This solo, non-stop race challenges sailors to navigate without modern technology—no GPS, no satellite weather—and no assistance - on a 36' boat! Podlink: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast40
Set sail with us as we welcome Kirsten Neuschafer, the extraordinary 2022 Golden Globe Race winner, who shares her captivating journey through the world's most demanding solo, non-stop sailing competition. From her current anchorage in Madeira, Kirsten reflects on the inspiration that sparked her participation, her bold choice of a heavy displacement boat, and how embracing the race's retro spirit without modern technology shaped her experience. She offers a vivid account of the physical and mental demands of solo sailing, the profound connection one cultivates at sea, and the lessons learned from both the beauty and challenges of the Southern Ocean.
Kirsten opens up about the emotional and psychological dimensions of her adventure, recounting personal stories of overcoming adversity and the mental shifts necessary to navigate arbitrary checkpoints. Her tale of a swift rescue mission at sea highlights not only her quick thinking and favorable winds but also the resilience and optimism she encountered in her fellow sailors. Through her narrative, we explore the balance between racing objectives and personal growth, and how focusing on her own journey brought unexpected joy and fulfillment. Kirsten's insights into solo sailing and the unique experiences it offers go beyond the race, touching on the art of self-conversation, silent retreats, and cultural exchanges from cycling across continents.
Concluding the episode, we delve into Kirsten's musings on the future of oceanic adventures, the role of minimal technology, and the anticipation of new journeys. Her reflections remind us of the beauty found in fleeting moments, the significance of familiar waters, and the joy of racing to one's own rhythm. With a nod to historical sailing documentaries and stories that have inspired her, Kirsten's journey is a testament to the indomitable spirit of adventure and the lessons learned from navigating life's unpredictable seas.
#SaltyAbandon #Sailing #SaltyPodcast #GoldenGlobeRace #SoloSailing #KirstenNeuschafer

Support the show

SALTY ABANDON: Cap'n Tinsley, Orange Beach, AL:
Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320;
Nov 2015-Oct 2020; 1988 Island Packet 27
Feb-Oct 2015 - 1982 Catalina 25
SALTY PODCAST is LIVE every Wed at 6pm Central and is all about the love of sailing!
YOUTUBE PLAYLIST: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcastPlaylist
PODCAST TOOLS:
Livestream: Https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5430067749060608
Create AI Clips: https://klap.app/?via=SaltyAbandon

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Navigating the Storm with Vanessa Linsley & Key West John 🌪️⛵
YouTube Podlink: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast39
Vanessa and John, both living on their respective boats in Key West, have a tremendous amount of knowledge about sailboats and passagemaking. I encourage watchers to ask questions in the live chat on YouTube and Facebook.
#SaltyAbandon #SaltyPodcast #Sailing #HurricaneHelene #StormPrep #BoatLife

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SALTY ABANDON: Cap'n Tinsley, Orange Beach, AL:
Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320;
Nov 2015-Oct 2020; 1988 Island Packet 27
Feb-Oct 2015 - 1982 Catalina 25
SALTY PODCAST is LIVE every Wed at 6pm Central and is all about the love of sailing!
YOUTUBE PLAYLIST: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcastPlaylist
PODCAST TOOLS:
Livestream: Https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5430067749060608
Create AI Clips: https://klap.app/?via=SaltyAbandon

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Salty Podcast #41 | 🌊❄️Patagonia to the Arctic: Epic Sailing Adventures with SY Touche!🧭✨

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Sailors and adventurers Judy, from Denmark, and Håkon Jacobsen, from Norway, share their extraordinary journey aboard their 2002 Island Packet 380 yacht, Touché, as they navigate the icy waters of Svalbard and the wild expanses of Patagonia. Their love for adventure and sailing brought them together on a serendipitous boat trip and eventually led them to relocate to Denmark. Listeners will be transported through their vivid tales of Arctic exploration, where they ventured 80 degrees north thanks to the Gulf Stream, facing the daunting North Sea and experiencing the phenomenon of continuous daylight.
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Embark on a thrilling ride as we explore the couple's captivating experiences in some of the world's most remote destinations, from the beauty of Cape Horn to the treacherous Drake Passage. Judy and Håkon's insights offer a glimpse into the rich landscapes and cultures they encountered, from anchoring safely in Rio de Janeiro to navigating the historical waters of the Galapagos. Their tales of exploration, combined with their passion for sailing and a cautious respect for the elements, highlight a unique spirit of adventure that will inspire every listener to embrace the unknown.

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SALTY ABANDON: Cap'n Tinsley, Orange Beach, AL:
Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320;
Nov 2015-Oct 2020; 1988 Island Packet 27
Feb-Oct 2015 - 1982 Catalina 25
SALTY PODCAST is LIVE every Wed at 6pm Central and is all about the love of sailing!
YOUTUBE PLAYLIST: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcastPlaylist
PODCAST TOOLS:
Livestream: Https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5430067749060608
Create AI Clips: https://klap.app/?via=SaltyAbandon

Salty Podcast: Sailing - Salty Podcast #40 |⛵️Sailed Around the World Solo Unassisted & WON!🌍Kirsten Neuschafer

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Capn Tinsley

Welcome back to the Salty Podcast , where it's always a great day to talk about sailing , and this is episode 40 . Before we begin , please smash that like button , subscribe , and feel free to ask questions or make a comment in the live chat on YouTube or Facebook . In this special episode , I'm thrilled to chat with South African sailor Kirsten Neuschafer , the winner of the 2

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