Good Jibes with Latitude 38

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Cindy and Doug Schmitz to chat how there's always sumpin' to learn on the water. Cindy and Doug are members of the Blue Water Cruising Club, and spend time at Big Geiger Cove on Catalina Island. Hear the unexpected story that welcomed Cindy and Doug to boat ownership, the biggest lessons they've learned from sailing, what to do when things break (and they will) on the water, how to find your perfect boat, and how they became mesmerized by the beauty of Big Geiger Cove. Learn more about the Blue Water Cruising Club at BlueWaterCruisingClub.com, Women on Water at LAYC.org, OCC sailing classes at OCCSailing.com, and Ryan at Ryan.Online

This week's host, John Arndt, reads 3 articles from the August 2024 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear "Acapulco Yacht Club Thrives in the Wake of Otis" by Tim Henry, "Brigadoon - A Klaus Family Love Affair" by Martha Blanchfield, and "Countdown and Liftoff (Part 1)" by Shane Engelman. Follow along and read the articles on pages 42, 48, and 87 of the August 2024 issue at https://www.latitude38.com/magazine/

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Gary Schmitz to chat endless adventures thanks to chartering catamarans. "Uncle Gary" has sailed all around the world and is a huge fan of sailing and racing with friends and family. Hear the perks of hitting the seas on other people's boats, the delights of chartering, the ideal group size for a charter, how to pack for a trip around the world, and everything from feeding sharks to sailing with dolphins. Learn more about Ryan at Ryan.Online

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Nigel Silva-Dallenbach and Lawrence Charles to chat their recent unexpected adventure en route to Catalina Island. The 3 amigos endured a smoking engine, a melted impeller, and – somehow – a case of the endless smiles. Hear how to troubleshoot engine problems on the water, how to stay calm (and only panic a little bit), their new charismatic friend who helped save the day, business and entrepreneurship lessons from problem-solving at sea, and a victory cameo by some dolphins. Learn more about Ryan at Ryan.Online, Nigel on LinkedIn, and Lawrence at CnCTea.com, on LinkedIn, and on Instagram @IamLawrenceCharles

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Matt Zarem to chat the historic Spaulding Marine Center and volunteering in the sailing community. Matt is the Executive Director and General Manager of the Spaulding Marine Center, a nonprofit full-service boatyard and educational maritime center serving the Bay Area out of Sausalito. Hear how Matt became a West Coast sailor despite his East Coast roots, the history of the Spaulding Marine Center, the programs they offer today, their nonprofit legacy, and what's next for the Center. Learn more about the Spaulding Marine Center and sign up for their newsletter at SpauldingCenter.org

This week's host, Chris Weaver, is joined by Tony English to chat tales from the Pacific Cup (Pac Cup) and teaching the next generation of sailors. Tony is a sailor, boat restorer, and even delivery driver for Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine! Hear how to train for the wide range of Pacific Cup scenarios, how he managed to win or finish Top 5 in many races, how to problem-solve during a race, what he loves so much about volunteering in the sailing community, and how to keep sailing fun. Learn more about the Pacific Cup: https://www.pacificcup.org/

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Stan Honey to chat his legendary navigating career, business prowess, and life. Stan is a world-record sailor and 3-time Emmy winner who is a member of the US Sailing Hall of Fame, Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame, and US National Inventors Hall of Fame. Hear his life-changing experiences and races on the water, what it takes to be a great navigator, how to prepare for races, the sailing mentors who inspired him to new heights, and his favorite race snack. Learn more about Stan: https://www.ussailing.org/about/our-people/board-member/stan-honey/

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by John Riise, who's written and edited for Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine since 1984 and has more stories than Latitude 38 has ever told. Hear his favorite sailing stories of all time, what the early days of Latitude 38 were like, how the technology has progressed over the years, the behind-the-scenes of Changes in Latitudes, and what makes the sailors in the Latitude 38 community so special. Submit your sailing stories to [email protected]

This week's host, Ryan Foland, reads 3 more articles from the June 2024 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear "From Sea to Shining Sea, Part 2" by Noreen Light, "Stad Amsterdam - 28 Days Before the Mast" by Pat Broderick, and "The 30th Annual Baja Ha-Ha Has Launched" by John Arndt. Follow along and read the articles at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/june-2024/#84, https://www.latitude38.com/issues/june-2024/#68, and https://www.latitude38.com/issues/june-2024/#44

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Erica Mattson to chat crossing the Pacific with a crew of 2 on a small boat. Erica and her father, Robin Jeffers, set sail on her Moore 24 Accelerando for the 2024 Pacific Cup (Pac Cup) on July 15th. Hear how she qualified for the US Sailing Team in the '90s, how she committed to sailing to Hawaii, their sleeping and eating schedule during the race, how to decompress once you're back on land, and what they'll do differently than their 2022 Pacific Cup race. Follow Erica during the race at YBTracking.com

This week's host, Ryan Foland, reads 3 articles from the June 2024 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear "$2 Catamaran, Priceless Adventure" by John Arndt, "Falling In, and Saving Myself" by Apryl Hunt, and "Tire Bouchon, Pt. II - Berkeley to France" by Heather Breaux. Follow along and read the articles at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/june-2024/#54, https://www.latitude38.com/issues/june-2024/#46, and https://www.latitude38.com/issues/june-2024/#60

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Blaine Pedlow to chat fundraising and growing all aspects of sailing. Blaine is Senior Vice President, Development for US Sailing and is a lifelong sailor - with many years as a sailing coach, volunteer, and managing racing teams. Hear the role US Sailing plays in the sport, what their fundraising structure looks like, how we can keep sailing fun for all, the most rewarding aspects of sailing, and how the Olympics unites us as a country. Learn more at USSailing.org and https://www.latitude38.com/issues/december-2022/#70

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Kimball Livingston to chat improving youth sailing and diversity in sailing. Kimball has been covering sailing in the Bay Area since the 1970s - including writing for Latitude 38 - and is the Staff Commodore for Youth Sailing at St. Francis Yacht Club. Hear how we can get more kids into sailing, how to increase the diversity in the sport, how Kimball fell in love with sailing and journalism, how the US can improve its track record in international sailing competitions, and the fascinating history of the Cal 40. Learn more at BayAreaYouthSailing.org and StFYC.com

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Henry Vare to chat all things wingfoiling aka winging. Henry is a 15-year-old wingfoiler who first picked up the sport 4 years ago. Hear the history of wingfoiling, how it compares to sailing, how winging works, a typical day for Henry, and the races he's most proud of. Learn more about Henry on Instagram @HNVare

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Emily Zugnoni to chat going from sailing passenger to sailing instructor. Emily is the Program Director at Alameda Community Sailing Center (ACSC), winner of the 2023 Outstanding Community Sailing Program award from US Sailing. Hear the differences in teaching kids and adults how to sail, what makes sailing so fun, the perks of having a sailing mentor, the most fun races she's competed in, and the time she had to cut her hair sailing. Learn more at SailAlameda.org and on Instagram and Facebook @SailAlameda

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Rodney Daniel to chat his endless stories from the biggest and most competitive races on the water. Rodney is a professional sailor and pitman who has forgotten more than most will know about grand prix yacht racing, America's Cup, Volvo, Maxi 72, TP52, and more. Hear how to train for a big race as a team, the most dangerous boats he's raced on, what a pitman does during the race, how to break into the grand prix circuit, and why sailing brings out the joy in people. Learn more at Latitude38.com

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Latitude 38 Publisher and Summer Sailstice creator John Arndt. Summer Sailstice is the International Celebration of Sailing, taking place this year on June 22, 2024. Hear how John started Summer Sailstice, how it works, how to participate, his favorite highlights over the years, and where his love for sailing comes from. Sign up for Summer Sailstice at SummerSailstice.com

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Robbie Haines to chat his lifetime of success at sea. Robbie is an Olympic Champion who has won 7 world championships on 4 different classes of boats. Hear why confidence is so important in sailing and life, how to become a professional sailor, stories from the Olympics, how to prepare a boat for a race, and the best family vacation he's ever had. Learn more on Instagram @Pyewacket70 and at https://nshof.org/inductees/haines-jr-robert/

This week's host, Ryan Foland, reads 3 articles from the April 2024 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear "Back to Paradise" by Warwick "Commodore" Tompkins and Jr., "Alone and Aground - Don't Give up the Ship" by Noreen May Light, and "The Art of Crew Life" by Yosh Han. Follow along and read the articles at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/april-2024/#86, https://www.latitude38.com/issues/april-2024/#68, and https://www.latitude38.com/issues/april-2024/#50

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Kristi and Bob Hanelt, who sailed Skylark around the world from February 26, 1972 to July 20, 1974. They covered 31,106 nautical miles and visited 102 ports or anchorages. Hear stories of how they met and became interested in sailing, what planning looked like for their voyage around the globe, their favorite stops along the way, some of the scary moments, and their top highlight of the whole journey. Watch Owed to a Skylark at https://youtu.be/c-V2RlAWMWM?si=nGvlMPfO8mG-PLcQ

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by returning guest Hans Henken, a world champion sailor who can now add Olympic qualifier to his resume. Hans is in the height of his Paris 2024 Olympic campaign. While it's an incredibly exciting time, it hasn't come without setbacks. Hear him share his recovery from his SailGP accident, what kind of workouts are needed to be in Olympic sailing shape, and how you can help with his Olympic campaign. Learn more and donate directly at BarrowsHenkenRacing.com/Donate

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Nigel Silva-Dallenbach to chat the intersection of sailing and tech. Nigel is a sailing enthusiast, instructor, and software developer working on a new device that will gather various data points while sailing. Using this data, Nigel hopes to develop new insights to help his training for the Tempest World Championship later this year in Switzerland. Hear about the ABYC (Alamitos Bay Yacht Club) Tempest Fleet, why the Tempest is Nigel's favorite boat, and how he got into sailing instructing at ABYC. The show finishes with a thoughtful discussion on how we can improve youth sailing programs. Learn more about Nigel on LinkedIn, Ryan at Ryan.Online, and ABYC's adult sailing programs at ABYC.org

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Jeff Rutherford to chat all things wooden boat restoration. Jeff is a wooden boat restoration specialist who's been bringing classics back to life since 1982. Hear his journey starting out as an island trader, the dues he paid to eventually start his own business, his favorite boat projects, how the technology has changed over the years, and how we can generate more interest in older boats. Learn more at RutherfordBoats.com

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by sailing photographer Sharon Green to chat life capturing the sea. Sharon's work appears in calendars, walls of yacht clubs, and countless magazines. Hear what it was like breaking into the field of marine photography, the challenges a young photographer might have today, her favorite events and locations to shoot, exciting times and scary moments working from a helicopter, and the things she tells skippers to get them photo-ready before a race. Learn more at UltimateSailing.com

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Melinda Erkelens to chat her professional sailing career and mission. Melinda has sailed over 30,000 nautical miles - including 10 races to Hawaii - and has spent 19 years as General Counsel for 3 America's Cup teams. Hear how to make a career out of sailing, how to continue loving sailing when it's your job, her "arranged marriage" with Bill, how the Bay Area sailing community compares to sailing communities around the world, and how to get more women interested in offshore sailing. Learn more at 11thHourRacing.org and UpWindByMerConcept.com

This week's host, Ryan Foland, takes us behind-the-scenes as he gets his ASA 101 Certification on a Tempest at Alamitos Bay Yacht Club (ABYC). Ryan is an ABYC member and Jr Staff Commodore of the Blue Water Cruising Club (BWCC), and is getting his credentials to teach sailing, a longtime goal of his. Hear what's unique about a Tempest, how to stay patient on (and off) the water, problem-solving at sea, how to handle low winds and high winds, and an impromptu Tempest race. Learn more about Ryan at https://ryan.online/ and learn more about ABYC's adult sailing program at ABYC.org

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by returning guest Stephen Wolf to chat more tales from his 10-year, 40,000-mile circumnavigation on the 24-ft trimaran "No Name" back in the '70s. The adventure started in Gashouse Cove and hit every part of the world - without officially planning for a circumnavigation. Hear the scariest places and encounters he experienced on the water, how he and his wife Margo stayed safe on a "beach toy" of a boat, stories of battling wind, waves, lightning, fireballs, and killer whales, how they kept their entire cargo to less than 1,000 lbs, and how they managed to navigate without the tools at our fingertips today. Read more about the incredible adventure at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/april-2023/#76

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by award-winning sailor Marie Rogers to chat diversity in sailing. Marie is a U.S. Sailing Board Member, the Staff Commodore of the Los Angeles Yacht Club (LAYC), and the Founder of her nonprofit, Offshore Racing Outreach (ORO). Hear how she learned to sail as an adult, what changed the trajectory of her sailing career, when she realized the lack of diversity in the sport, her mission to introduce sailing to people from all backgrounds, and her best advice for fellow sailors. Learn more at SailORO.org and read more about Marie at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/february-2024/#42

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Stephen Wolf to chat his 10-year, 40,000-mile circumnavigation on the 24-ft trimaran "No Name" back in the '70s. The adventure started in Gashouse Cove and hit every part of the world - without officially planning for a circumnavigation. Hear how cruising teaches you to be patient, how to learn to navigate, the times Stephen and his wife Margo were the most afraid, how to re-enter the "real world" after a long voyage, and the beauty of being totally self-sufficient on the water. Read more about the incredible adventure at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/april-2023/#76

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by world-famous sailor and bestselling author Steven Callahan and filmmaker Joe Wein. Steven wrote (and lived) "Adrift: 76 Days Lost at Sea," and Joe partnered with Steven to turn it into a documentary, "76 Days." Hear the night Steven's life changed forever, how he stayed alive, why singlehanders need to be good problem-solvers, what inspired Joe to turn the book into a film, and what we can learn from Steven's experience in an isolated environment with limited resources. Learn more at 76Days.net and Instagram @76DaysAdrift, and watch the premiere at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) on February 8, 2024 at 4pm PT or February 12, 2024 at 8pm PT

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Liz Diaz to chat the magic of wooden boats. Liz is Founder and Designer of North Beach Marine Canvas (NBMC), Rear Commodore for the San Francisco Master Mariners Benevolent Association (MMBA), and is a member of the South Beach Yacht Club (SBYC). Hear how she found her 1956 Japanese-built wooden sloop, why there's beauty in boat design, how to learn about boats from other enthusiasts, how wooden boats compare to other types of boats, and why anybody can sail. Learn more at NorthBeachMarineCanvas.com and SFMasterMariners.org

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Arnstein Mustad to chat lessons from over 250,000 nautical miles of yacht deliveries. Arnstein has been one of the busiest professional yacht delivery captains in the U.S. since establishing Mustad Marine in 2002. Hear the behind-the-scenes of yacht deliveries, how to adjust to new boats, how sailing humbles you, the most helpful tools and technologies on the water, and Arnstein's ideas to improve the future for delivery skippers. Learn more at MustadMarine.com and @MustadMarine on YouTube and Facebook

This week's host, Ryan Foland, reads 2 articles from the February 2023 and April 2023 issues of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear "The Day a Sailboat Changed Our Lives" by Al Fricke and "Trimaran No Name - One Thing Leads to Another" by Stephen Wolf. Follow along and read the articles at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/february-2023/#44 and https://www.latitude38.com/issues/april-2023/#76

This week's host, Ryan Foland, reads an article from the January 2023 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear "Dawn Patrol - Jumping the Puddle Singlehanded" by Ben Lindner. Follow along and read the article at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/january-2023/#72

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Chris Childers to chat teaching the next generation to sail. Chris is the Executive Director of Operations at the Treasure Island Sailing Center (TISC), which creates opportunities for people to learn and grow through sailing. Hear how he first learned to sail and teach sailing, his first rescue, how we can better sell the sport to the next generation, the connection he's built with other sailing instructors, and how to get into a career as an instructor. Learn more at TiSailing.org and on Instagram @TiSailing

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Dennis Maggard to chat sailing with me, myself, and I. Dennis has nearly 50,000 miles of sailing under his belt - most of that solo. Hear the allure of being alone at sea and disconnecting from life on land, his journey from a Silicon Valley tech employee to spending weeks singlehanding, how to get over seasickness, the sailing legends he's met along his journey, and his advice on trusting the opportunity sailing presents. Learn more about Dennis on Amazon and YouTube

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined in person by Johnny Sampson to talk preserving Catalina Island's history by sharing stories. Johnny is the Deputy Director and Chief Curator at the Catalina Museum for Art & History, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Hear the top 3 artifacts on display in the 70 Objects for 70 Years exhibit, why it helps to experience history in addition to reading about it, how to make the most of your visit to the Catalina Museum, how Johnny fell in love with art and museums, and plenty of Good Jibes firsts. Learn more at CatalinaMuseum.org

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by sailor turned entrepreneur Bill Kreysler to chat sailing and business. Bill spent 10 years building performance racing sailboats and has spent the last 40 years owning and operating Kreysler & Associates, a custom fabrication firm building composite products for architecture, artists, and industrial applications. Hear how he got into sailing, his transition from sailboats to anything but boats, how lessons from sailing still apply to his business today, his many years serving on the board of the St. Francis Sailing Foundation, and his work to inspire more youth sailing. Learn more about Bill at Kreysler.com and TISailing.org

This week's co-hosts, John Arndt and Ryan Foland, get back to basics with yacht clubs. Hear how yacht clubs keep the sailing community connected, John and Ryan's own yacht clubs, the benefits of joining one (or two!), the stigma surrounding yacht clubs, and the uphill battle of getting more people out on the water. Bonus: Could we see a Good Jibes Yacht Club in the future? Learn more at Latitude38.com

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by sailing legend Paul Cayard to chat his historic career as one of the best American sailors of all time. Paul is a Hall of Famer, Olympian, several-time World Champion, and former Executive Director of the U.S. Sailing Team. Hear his sailing history, how he learned from early losses, his more challenging times at sea, how around-the-world racing changes a person, and his take on where sailing is headed. Learn more about Paul at CayardSailing.com and on Instagram @CayardSailing

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by 3-time guest Ronnie Simpson to chat his prep for the Global Solo Challenge. Ronnie is a professional racing sailor and retired U.S. Marine. Hear how to speak dreams into reality, what he's most excited and nervous about, what the route looks like, how long it'll take, and where his dreams go from here. Learn more at RonnieSimpsonRacing.com, Shipyard.com, USPatriotSailing.org, and GlobalSoloChallenge.com

This week's host, Chris Weaver, is joined by Bill Stange, Gary Burton, and Randy Leasure to chat the 2023 Singlehanded Transpacific Yacht Race (SHTP). All 3 broke Westsail 32 records in the race. Hear their history with the race, their most dramatic sea stories, how they battled adversity, why they chose to race a Westsail 32, and their sailing plans for 2024. Learn more about the Westsailors at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/fast-finish-record-broken-singlehanded-transpacific-race/

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Adam Lowry to chat all things racing. Adam is a 2023 505 World Champion and 2019 Rolex Yachtsman of the Year. Hear the sports psychology that goes into racing, his experience sailing a catamaran across the Atlantic with his family, how the 505 can be fine-tuned before the next Worlds, his sailing roots in Detroit, and what lessons from sailing spill over into his business life. Learn more about Adam at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/martin-lowry-come-top-5o5-world-championships/

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Krysia Pohl to chat her 23 years of service in the U.S. Coast Guard along with Olympic campaigns and sailing for fun. Krysia is Chief, Prevention at U.S. Coast Guard Sector San Francisco and has worked directly with the past 2 Commandants. Hear how she fell in love with sailing and working in the maritime world, her success for the USCGA Sailing Team, her campaign for the 2004 Olympics, what brought her back to her hometown of Alameda, and the huge opportunity for young people to get into maritime jobs. Learn more about Krysia on LinkedIn and the U.S. Coast Guard at USCG.mil

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Dr. James Bender to chat his love for being on boats and giving back to the next generation of sailors. He's spent most of his career as a captain and educator on sailing ships and in outdoor environmental education programs both in the U.S. and internationally. Hear how he got interested in life on the water, what he learned working on barges, his most memorable deliveries, the magic of education on boats, and why Croatia is the best place in the world to sail. Learn more about James at Adriatic-Maritime.org and WylieCharters.com

This week's host, Ryan Foland, reads 3 articles from the September 2023 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear "Allen Gross Reflects on His Folly - Custodianship of a 133-Year-Old Boat" by Allen Gross, "Maui Memories: And Now It's Gone" by Andy Schwenk, and "Mediterranean Memories" by Sally-Christine Rodgers. Follow along and read the articles at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/september-2023/#66, https://www.latitude38.com/issues/september-2023/#50, and https://www.latitude38.com/issues/september-2023/#92. Donate to the Maui recovery efforts at https://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/maui-strong and https://mauiunitedway.org/disasterrelief

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by sailboat racing photographer and journalist Jan Pehrson to chat loving sailing with or without a camera. Jan is a racing and cruising sailor, Coast Guard licensed skipper, and former juniors instructor who captures the world's most exciting and beautiful sailing regattas and beyond. Hear how she got knocked down on her way to Hawaii, the beauty of small boat racing, being one of the pioneering women at Richmond Yacht Club (RYC), where to find the brightest blue water, and her 55-day trip through the icy waters around Greenland. Learn more about Jan at JanPehrson.com

This week's host, Ryan Foland, takes us behind-the-scenes to share the sounds of the traditional Labor Day Luau at Big Geiger Cove on Catalina Island. Ryan is the Commodore of the Blue Water Cruising Club (BWCC), and this was the first luau in over a decade. Hear the history of the luau and Big Geiger Cove, what kinds of foods and drinks are involved, the high-intensity games of horseshoes, battling the wind and fire safety, and mini-interviews with Good Jibes alumni Ron Geiger, Brendan Huffman, Margie Woods, and more. Learn more at BlueWaterCruisingClub.org

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by offshore racer and Naos Yachts Founder and CEO Charly Devanneaux to chat all things racing, cruising, and French sailing. Charly has been a sailor his entire life and posted podium finishes in the Newport-Cabo Race, Transpac, Pacific Cup, ARC, and more. Hear how to race shorthanded and with a big crew, his favorite annual sailing traditions, how French sailing culture compares to the US, his favorite French sailing heroes, and great times sailing with his dad and his sons. Learn more about Charly at NaosYachts.com and on Instagram @Naos.Yachts

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Susan Ruhne to chat big boats, race management, racing, and volunteering. Susan has been the Regatta Chair of the Rolex Big Boat Series since 2015 and is also on the Board of Directors for the St. Francis Yacht Club. Hear the history of the Rolex Big Boat Series, famous boats and sailors to compete in it, the hardest part about being the Chair, the different ways to get involved with the race, and how to become a better racer. Learn more at RolexBigBoatSeries.com and StFYC.com