Good Jibes with Latitude 38

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Captain Donald Lawson to chat the planning and preparation needed to break some of the most difficult sailing records in the world. Donald is Chairperson of US Sailing's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee and is currently the owner of trimaran Mighty Merloe - on which he's setting sail to break a number of solo course records. Hear how to practice your sailing craft, turn difficult passages into enjoyable ones, what you have to do to be considered one of the best, French vs. U.S. sailing culture, and how to choose your own weather on the water. Learn more about Donald on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and here: https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/orma-60-mighty-merloe-visits-san-francisco-bay/?swcfpc=1

This week's host, Chris Weaver, is joined by Ryan Finn after he completed the arduous solo passage from New York to San Francisco around Cape Horn. Yes, that's what people consider "the wrong way," and he did it aboard his 36-foot proa, Jzerro. Hear why he did the trip, when he considered backing out, the turning point, what he missed the most at sea, and what it felt like to sail under the Golden Gate bridge and arrive in San Francisco. Learn more about Ryan on Facebook and Instagram @2Oceans1Rock

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Liz Clark to chat her lessons on sailing, the environment, and life from over 20,000 nautical miles and counting. Liz is an environmental activist and the author of Swell: A Sailing Surfer's Voyage of Awakening - which recounts her decade-long journey of sailing the world and living aboard her Cal-40, Swell. Hear how to merge your passions, take big risks, be confident enough to problem solve, the things you learn on the water away from everything, and how to do the right thing for the ocean gods. Learn more about Liz at SwellVoyage.com, Instagram @CaptainLizClark, and check out her book

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Marissa and Chris Neely to chat living and working on your boat while knocking out endless boat projects. Marissa and Chris have been crewing together since they were 15 and have made Avocet their home since 2018. Hear what holds us back from what we love to do, what they've learned from 4 years rebuilding Avocet, why you shouldn't be afraid to change plans, their favorite type of sailing content, and their goldfish-turned-cat, Cleo. Learn more about Marissa and Chris at SVAvocet.com and YouTube @SailingAvocet

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Dr. Philip Norris to chat the role sailing's played throughout his successful medical career. Philip is the Director of Laboratory Science at Vitalant Research Institute (VRI) San Francisco and an Adjunct Professor at the University of California, San Francisco. His research focuses on how the human immune system responds to viral infections and transfusion. Hear about his summers sailing in Canada as a kid, how he became interested in becoming a doctor, the patients who've touched his heart, how to enjoy the journey, and his love for The San Francisco Yacht Club. Learn more about Philip at https://research.vitalant.org

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Peter Isler to chat his lifetime of racing and giving back to the sailing community, plus his life-changing scare on Rambler 100. Peter is a 2-time America's Cup winner, was Collegiate Sailor of the Year at Yale University, Founder of the American Sailing Association, author, and speaker. He almost lost his life in 2011 when Rambler 100 lost its keel and capsized during the Fastnet Race. Hear his thoughts on modern-day racing, competing in the America's Cup aboard Stars and Stripes, what helped him survive the Rambler 100 incident, why he enjoys teaching about sailing and the weather so much, and the time he met 3 Presidents in 3 days. Take Peter's weather course at https://academy.islersailing.com/p/marineweatheru and learn more on Facebook @IslerBlueBook

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Katie Pettibone to chat the best and gnarliest times from her illustrious racing career. Katie has competed in 2 Olympic campaigns, 3 America's Cups, and was one of the first women to race in the Whitbread and Worrell 1000. Hear how to manage crises during races, her craziest racing stories, why sailing translates to other areas of life, how to train for major races, and give back to the next generation of sailors. Learn more about Katie at https://katiepettibone.org/

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Eric Jones to chat the beautiful healing power of spending some time on the water. Eric is a 9/11 first responder who received the Medal of Valor from the Department of Defense for his heroic efforts at the Pentagon and Ground Zero. In 2019, Eric founded Sea Valor, a nonprofit that uses sailing to help improve quality of life for those with PTSD, underprivileged youth, and local heroes. Hear why sailing is therapeutic, brings people together, the impact it has on depression and stress, why there's no shame in experiencing trauma, and success stories from Sea Valor. Get involved and give back to Sea Valor at SeaValor.org

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Dave Bloch to chat sailing in the metaverse - what?!? Dave aka Dale Irata is the creator of the Virtual Summer Sailstice, an annual event running since 2020 that takes place in Second Life. Hear what it's like sailing in Second Life, how it can be an educational platform for sailors, how to get started with Second Life, the biggest misconceptions about virtual sailing, and whether you can control which way the wind blows. Learn more about Dave (and Dale) at SailVirtual.com

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Brady Trautman and Alex Blue to chat finding what you love on the water and sailing as a community. Brady and Blue have over 100,000 nautical miles of combined sailing experience, 14 years sailing around the world, and empower others to start their sailing journey through their sailing school and film company, Cruisers Academy. Hear how to turn your passion for sailing into a career, sail as a couple, the behind-the-scenes of their 80 North docuseries, the healing power of sailing, and how the duo first met. Learn more about Brady and Blue at CruisersAcademy.com and 80NorthSeries.com

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Beau Vrolyk to chat his top sailing lessons and experiences aboard his legendary schooner, Mayan. Beau is a member of the Cruising Club of America and is the 2022 Vice Commodore of St. Francis Yacht Club. Mayan is a John Alden schooner built in Belize in 1947 and was owned by David Crosby from 1969-2014. Hear how to invite new people onto your boat, inspire sailors to be lifelong sailors, modifications to Mayan, how close to sail to shore, and the true goal when racing. Learn more about Beau here: https://medium.com/@beauvrolyk

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Ros and Nathan de Vries to chat building your crew and giving opportunities to new sailors. Ros is the 2022 Commodore at Island Yacht Club and frequently races with her husband, Nathan - who picked up sailing after moving from Australia to California. Hear how to sail and race (and stay together) as a couple, find the right roles for everyone on the boat, establish great communication with your crew, welcome and connect with those new to the sailing community, and what you can learn from junior sailors. Learn more about Ros and Nathan at IYC.org, RosDeVries.com, and Instagram @YarrCat and @Atnan

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Mike Martin to chat finding what you love on the water and winning at the highest level. Mike is a Rolex Yachtsman of the Year who's been a 505 Champion many times over - including North American and World Championships. He's since transitioned into kite foil racing. Hear how to find what type of sailing you truly enjoy, what's special about the 505, whether winning championships ever gets old, the excitement around kite foiling, and his favorite places in the world to sail. Learn more about Mike here: https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/505s-kite-foiling-mike-martin-embraces-speed/

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Ron Geiger to chat building your own boat and all things Big Geiger Cove and Catalina. Ron grew up visiting the cove that bears his family name. He's since traveled over 50,000 nautical miles and has lived on sailboats for over 25 years. Hear how they improved Big Geiger Cove over the years, what he learned exploring Catalina Island on a dinghy, how to build your own boat, and cruise beyond your comfort zone. Learn more at BlueWaterCruisingClub.org

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Helena Scutt to chat achieving your dreams and doing what you love in all facets of life. Helena is a mechanical engineer and Olympic sailor who finished 10th in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. While racing at 49erFX Worlds in 2013, she was hit by a boat which broke her spine, two ribs, and lacerated a kidney. Hear how to recover and come back stronger from a major collision, figure out and achieve your career goals, make sailing more inclusive, keep the joy in sailing, and enjoy the sailing community. Learn more about Helena on Instagram @HelenaS9

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Olivia Wyatt to chat finding the beauty in nature and yourself through sailing. Olivia is an award-winning filmmaker, TV producer, writer and USCG 50-Ton Master certified captain with over 20,000 nautical miles of offshore sailing experience. Hear how to become more confident as a sailor, sailing can inspire your creative work, the strength of the sailing community, how sailors can make a positive impact on the environment, and what Olivia learned singlehanding from San Diego to Hawaii. Learn more about Olivia at WildernessOfWaves.com and Instagram @WildernessOfWaves

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Margie Woods to chat getting over your fears and finding that deep trust in yourself, thanks to sailing. Margie is a lifelong sailor who raced the 2016 Singlehanded TransPac. She's an ASA instructor who's passionate about supporting women to follow their sailing dreams. Hear how to conquer your fears while sailing, find your inner strength, what you learn from doing the Singlehanded TransPac, how to make friends in sailing communities, and whether it's okay to talk to dolphins and waves on your voyage. Learn more about Margie at SailingHaunani.com and Instagram @Sacred_Horizons

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Mike Parlacoski to chat cruising the world with a strong mission. Mike is a Navy veteran who embraces the mission of "Ikigai" - purpose, or reason for being - to travel the world and deliver medical and humanitarian aid to the cultures he comes across. Hear how to find your Ikigai, prepare for a long sailing journey, fix your boat when trouble arises, make an impact on the communities around you, and the generosity of sailors. Learn more about Mike at SVikigai.com and on Instagram @SV_ikigai

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by fellow Good Jibes host Nicki Bennett to chat taking the plunge on your first boat and finding peace in the sailing community. Nicki is the Sales and Marketing Specialist at Latitude 38. She grew up sailing to the Channel Islands on the weekends with her best friend's family, and always dreamed of coming back to it. She joined Latitude 38 in 2020 and fulfilled a lifelong dream of owning her own boat. Hear how to find the right boat for you, captain your own boat, get comfortable with change, her favorite moments and lessons from hosting Good Jibes, and the things she's learned from just getting on the water. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/author/nicki-bennett-2/

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Pam Healy to chat sharing her world-class sailing knowledge with fellow women sailors. Pam is President of the St. Francis Sailing Foundation and an Advisor to the U.S. Olympic Development Committee. She won a bronze medal at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona. Hear how to teach other women how to sail, be a calming presence on the water, what it's like to compete for your country in the Olympics, how to get a foundation as a sailor, and pulling off a "frying pan" in a race. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/pamela-healy-discusses-passing-the-torch-to-future-olympians/

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Dustin Reynolds to chat how to keep going and going on the water, no matter what life throws at you. Dustin is the first double amputee to sail around the world singlehanded, a record he set with a 7.5 year circumnavigation from Hawaii. He almost lost his life in 2008 when he was hit on his motorcycle by a drunk driver, and sailing became a huge part of his story in recovery. Hear the best part of sailing alone on an ocean, how to keep going through rough waters, his favorite islands he discovered, the perks you can only realize through sailing, and the time he lost his prosthetic overboard. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/2021/12/29/#dustin-reynolds

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Ashley Perrin to chat her lessons from racing around the world and sailing the coldest parts of the world. Ashley is a professional racer who's sailed over 130,000 ocean miles and spent 25 years in offshore command. She owns Racing Yacht Management and also serves as an ice pilot and Antarctic expedition officer. Hear how to navigate icebergs, stay safe in risky sailing environments, sail across oceans, doublehanding vs. singlehanding, and stories from diving in Antarctica. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/maiden-departs-greta-thunberg-arrives/

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Rich Jepsen to chat his lifetime of sailing instructing, racing, and US Sailing. Rich is the President of US Sailing and has spent 34 years as Managing Partner of OCSC Sailing, a commercial sailing school and club. He's been sailing since he was a child, has spent multiple decades on numerous sailing committees, and 3 separate stints on the US Sailing Board of Directors. Hear how to become a sailing instructor, encourage others to get into sailing, the changing demographics of sailing, how to make sailing cost effective, and the benefits you get as a US Sailing Member. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/san-francisco-bay-sailor-rich-jepsen-takes-helm-us-sailing/

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Jessie Zevalkink to chat mixing sailing adventures and exploration with raising a baby and staying diligent with work. Jessie is a photographer, storyteller, mom, wife, and sailor who hails from Michigan and is currently based in San Carlos, Mexico. Hear her top baby boat tricks, how to work while cruising, sailing America's Great Loop, the Northwest Passage, and the endless helpfulness of the sailing community. Learn more about Jessie on Instagram at @JessieBrave

This week's host, Ross Tibbits, is joined by Roy P. Disney to chat his favorite sailing memories and people. You'll recognize the name, but you may not know Roy has been sailing since he was walking - including basically every major Pacific race since his first Transpac in 1975. Hear his advice for aspiring racers, how to get a handle on big boats, the coolest boat he's ever sailed, his top sailing idols, and making history with the speed record in the Cabo Race. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/volvo-70-pyewacket-smashes-newport-tcabo-record/

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Lin Pardey to chat her legendary life of sailing, giving back, and adventure. Lin has sailed over 200,000 nautical miles, 2 circumnavigations, and many more adventures of a lifetime with her late husband Larry Pardey. Hear how to modify your boat to suit your needs, build confidence as a sailor, what size boat to get, being a pioneer in tiny living, and everything from living in the Kalahari to attending a rodeo in Vanuatu. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/perfect-cruising-perspective/

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Kayleen VanderRee to chat sailing, snowboarding, and building adventure communities. Kayleen is a lifelong sailor from British Columbia who first sailed to Mexico when she was 15. Hear how to merge your passions for sailing and snowboarding, learn the engine and electrical system of your boat, cultivate a community around shared passions, find a sailing mentor, and live aboard. Learn more about Kayleen on Instagram at @FromSnowToSail

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Bill Trenkle to chat a lifetime of sailing, racing, and boat love. Bill is a member of the America's Cup Hall of Fame and has been President and Director of Operations for Dennis Conner Sports since 1996. He's also President of The Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors and has won the America's Cup 3 times. Hear how to go from junior sailor to professional sailor, learn to sail competitively, boat-building skills, why you should cut your hair before a race, and stories from racing and working with Dennis Conner in 8 America's Cups. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/one-of-the-good-guys-bill-trenkle/

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by John Taussig to chat his craziest sailing stories and top safety tips. John Taussig is a paramedic, USCG 50-Ton Master License holder, adventure sailor, and Executive Director for Backcountry Medical Guides. He's been an EMT and paramedic professional for 20 years and a lifelong sailor. Hear how to be safely prepared for your afternoon sail, rescue someone who's hypothermic, the importance of communication on an adventure, John's experience with the Panama Canal, and the time he was surrounded by a dozen orcas. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/immediate-range-pac-cup-prep/

This week's host, Chris Weaver, is joined by Merlin owner Chip Merlin right after the first 2 races of the Rolex Big Boat Series at the St. Francis Yacht Club. Merlin was created in 1977 by Bill Lee of Santa Cruz and has revolutionized yacht racing on the West Coast. Hear how Chip became the proud owner of Merlin, the changes he's made since buying her, his impressions of the Rolex Big Boat Series, just how fast the boat is, and his new book Mavericks & Merlins. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/racing-thrills-merlin-rolex-big-boat-series/

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Willie McBride to chat parallels between kite foiling and traditional sailing. Willie is an Olympic Coach and the CEO of the Kite Foil League. He started sailing competitively at age 10 and still enjoys racing and kite foiling to this day. Hear how to get started kite foiling, what to focus on in the moment, lessons you can apply to sailing, what the kite foiling community is like, and the time Willie narrowly avoided a giant container ship. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/puddles-to-podiums/

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Jim Hancock to chat turning your passion for sailing into both your favorite hobby and your career. Jim is the President and Founder of the San Francisco Sailing Science Center. He grew up in a boating family, would build models of sailboats as a child, and sailed from California to Australia starting in 1999. Hear what goes into sailing around the world, how the San Francisco Sailing Science Center aims to inspire, where he got the idea from, why the Bay Area sailing community is so special, and sailing is one of the most fun and valuable things you can do. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/san-francisco-sailing-science-center/

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Moe Roddy to chat creating a lifetime of sailing experiences and finding empowerment in sailing. Moe is a racer and cruiser who was the 2nd woman ever to finish the singlehanded leg of the Bermuda One-Two. She's a race committee volunteer, sits on the Board of the St. Francis Sailing Foundation, and uses her experience as a retired nurse to spread women's heart disease awareness. Hear how to get over being hesitant about sailing, why she got so involved in the racing community, her most memorable experiences on the water, what's changed for women in sailing over the years, and the beauty of quiet time while crossing an ocean. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Joseph Mouzon to chat getting outdoors and breaking barriers. Joseph is the COO of Outdoor Afro, an organization that celebrates and inspires black connections and leadership in nature - and is excited to get more people sailing. Hear how to best enjoy the great outdoors, leadership skills you can apply to other parts of life, why it's beneficial to try something new, why sailing is about confidence, and Joseph's "welcome to sailing" moment on a Sunfish in Barbados. Learn more at OutdoorAfro.com

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, reads an article from the August 2020 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear Marine Surveyor and U.S. Coast Guard Veteran Mike Pyzel depict why the Channel Islands offer all you could ever ask for in a cruising area in "Destination: Channel Islands." Follow along and read the article at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/august-2020/

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Katie and Lyall Burgess to chat cruising the world as a family and bringing their kids into the sailing culture. Katie and Lyall are the Co-Founders of Sun Powered Yachts and met while sailing in St. Lucia, after the ARC in 2011 - it was love at first sight. Hear how to sail the world with your family, live off the grid, balance working life and sailing life, find your home in the sailing community, and their favorite sailing adventures. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/sailing-turkeys-turquoise-coast/

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Brendan Huffman to chat how he prepared for the Singlehanded Transpacific Yacht Race from San Francisco to Hawaii. Brendan is a US Sailing Certified Instructor at UCLA's Marina Aquatic Center and has raced to Hawaii seven times. Hear how to prepare and take safety precautions for a giant race, what to do if you wipe out or get thrown overboard, how to eat and sleep during the race, debunking sailing superstitions, and the emotions that come with casting off for a long journey and then finishing to friends and family in beautiful Hawaii. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/singlehanded-transpacific-race-wrap/

This week's host, Chris Weaver, is joined by Robb Walker and Jim Quanci right after they finished the Singlehanded Transpacific Yacht Race from San Francisco to Hawaii. The 2,150-mile race took place for the first time in 1978 and has happened every two years since. Hear about the squalls they encountered, the wind holes they got stuck in, their favorite and least favorite parts of the race, the famous belt buckle, and whether they'll do a race like this one again. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/singlehanded-transpacific-race-wrap/

This week's host, Ryan Foland, reads an article from the August 2021 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear John Krossa recount his adventures on the Delta Ditch Run in "Baptism by Ditch: Cardinal Rule #1." Follow along and read the article at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/baptism-by-ditch-cardinal-rule-1/

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Paul Dorsey to chat ninja fishing, racing tips, and his best sailing memories. Paul has over 30 years of cruising and racing experience and owns "Adjudicator," a Carkeek-designed Fast 40 from the British fleet. Hear how to buy and insure your racing boat, maintain your boat, find the type of racing that's best for you, Paul's racing program, and how to have the best time with your family on the water. Read more about "Adjudicator" at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/august-2020/#84

This week's host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Chuck Hawley to discuss being a first-timer, safety tips, and the joys of sailing. Chuck was Chairman of the US Sailing Safety-at-Sea Committee, has sailed over 40,000 miles on a range of vessels, and worked for West Marine for over 30 years. Hear how to approach your first offshore race, why it's okay to be intimidated, how to find your community of sailors, West Coast vs. East Coast sailing, and how Chuck turned a depressing race into a joyful journey. Learn more by checking out the Safety-at-Sea Committee or emailing Chuck

This week's host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Charlie Deist to chat MovNat, getting more experience sailing, and how sailing can heal. Charlie is a master-level MovNat trainer (Natural Movement), licensed captain, and sailing instructor in the San Francisco Bay Area. Hear what he learned from studying French naval officer Georges Hébert, how to be efficient with your natural movements, find your strength as a sailor, what to do when your engine cuts out, and why sailing is for everyone. Learn more about Charlie at ANaturalMethod.com and on Amazon and Facebook

Welcome to Latitude 38's new podcast, Good Jibes, bringing you the world of sailing through the eyes of the West Coast Sailor. Each week, you'll hear stories and tips from the West Coast sailing community on cruising, racing, and just plain sailing. In this pilot episode, Publisher John Arndt shares the story of Latitude 38 with fellow sailor and host Ryan Foland. Hear how Latitude 38 came to be, John's favorite parts of sailing, and what to expect in future episodes. Subscribe to Latitude 38 at Latitude38.com