Send us a text Buying a boat isn't just a transaction—it's the gateway to freedom, adventure, and a lifestyle that many dream about but aren't always prepared for. Sisters Melanie and Carolyn Neale from Sunshine Cruising Yachts bring their extraordinary background as lifelong sailors and yacht brokers to this enlightening conversation about what it really takes to find your perfect vessel. Check out Melanie's Books: Boat Buying Basics: https://amzn.to/4ez2vUP Boat Girl: https://amzn.to/4l99CWq B...
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Send us a text What happens when a 60-year-old retired teacher decides to sail solo from New England to the Bahamas? Deborah Hammett's remarkable journey proves that our boldest chapters can begin exactly when society expects us to slow down. After three decades teaching on Martha's Vineyard, Deborah traded lesson plans for navigation charts and sailed her 36-foot Jeanneau "Mavia" over 1,500 miles - mostly alone. Her transition wasn't without challenges. From anchoring alone near Harlem at night...
Jun 26, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Send us a text The moment Jerome Rand set sail from the United States in his 1975 Westsail 32, he entered a world few modern sailors will ever experience. For 271 consecutive days, battling the planet's most treacherous waters completely alone, Rand wasn't just testing his sailing abilities – he was discovering the very edges of human resilience. What makes Rand's journey uniquely compelling is his deliberate choice to forego modern sailing advantages. Selecting a heavy, full-keeled vessel over ...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Send us a text What drives someone with zero ocean experience to sail 2,500 miles across the Pacific alone with just a cat as crew? Oliver's remarkable journey from Oregon to Hawaii captivated millions, transforming him from an unknown sailor with a few thousand followers into a viral sensation greeted as a hero upon his arrival in Waikiki. The raw authenticity of his story resonates deeply with people seeking inspiration in their own lives. "I think everybody's kind of at this breaking point," ...
Jun 06, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Send us a text What does it take to transform from a military officer into a global sailor chasing the horizon? Captain James Canning's journey aboard his Regina 43 sailboat Archila reveals the realities behind the sailing dream – equal parts adventure, challenge, and unexpected wildlife encounters. From his early days learning on small dinghies in central England to navigating the treacherous waters near Gibraltar where orcas systematically attack sailboats, James shares candid insights about h...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Send us a text Rich Whitlock (@rich_whitlock9603) shares the smart upgrades he’s made to his 2018 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 419—from ☀️ solar and 📡 Starlink to 🧭 chartplotters & more. Whether you're refitting your cruiser or dreaming of the liveaboard life, this episode is packed with tips and gear talk you don’t want to miss. Ever wondered what happens when submarine engineering meets modern sailing? Rich Whitlock, a former nuclear submarine officer with a mechanical engineering background, ta...
May 08, 2025•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Send us a text What if you could walk away from everything? The bills, the commute, the endless cycle of working to pay for things you barely have time to enjoy? Captain Mark J. Reinhardt didn't just dream about it—he did it. Speaking from his sailboat in the Solomon Islands, Mark takes us deep into the realities of living completely off-grid on the open water. With candid honesty rarely found in sailing narratives, he reveals both the breathtaking freedom and sobering challenges of his unconven...
Apr 24, 2025•2 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Send us a text Oliver from Sailing Phoenix returns for a live update before he sets sail on one of the biggest adventures of his life—a solo(ish) crossing from Oregon to Hawaii with his trusty crewmate, Phoenix the cat. Since our last chat in November 2024, Oliver has been hard at work making critical repairs and upgrades to his sailboat to get it ocean-ready for the journey ahead. In this episode, we dive into: What’s been fixed, changed, and overhauled since November The reality of preparing a...
Apr 17, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Send us a text Hayden & Radeen of S/V Island Spirit are back, streaming 🎙️ LIVE from Saint-Martin in the Caribbean (but the ended up being in Antigua) 🌬️ Wind patterns (with graphs), ⚓️ Best anchorages 🌀 Pro tips for maneuvering & anchoring around Sint Maarten YouTube Link: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast57 #SaltyPodcast #SaltyAbandon #SailingTips #IslandSpirit #SintMaarten Keep Travelling – Your African Vacation Insightful interviews with Africa’s tourism professionals - Great givea...
Apr 10, 2025•55 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Send us a text Welcome to Part 3 of the Island Packet Factory Tour series! In this final episode, factory owners Darrell & Leslie Allen take Capn Tinsley deep inside the Island Packet Factory in Largo, FL. Watch where the skilled team brings each custom sailboat to life—from the mold to the finishing touches—and learn a few ways you can get your own Island Packet sailboat. Made in America! ⛵ Watch the full 3-part series: ⚓ Part 1: First look at the IP 44 Motor Sailer – https://tinyurl.com/IP...
Apr 07, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 5601
Send us a text Juliette of sailing vessel Spica shares her journey from sailing novice to confident sailor, now planning an ambitious voyage from Florida to Nova Scotia, Greenland, and ultimately Norway. • First hooked on sailing after a four-day course in Annapolis on an Island Packet 32 • Purchased an Island Packet 35 after meeting owners who had lived aboard for 11 years in the Keys • Initially terrified during first solo sailing experience but now feels completely at home • Currently docked ...
Apr 03, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Send us a text Step aboard hull #22 of the Island Packet 349 as we explore its design, smart upgrades, and why it might just be my dream boat! This is Part 2 of a special 3-part of my Island Packet Factory Tour. Let’s dive in! @IslandPacketYachts This is Part 2 of a 3-part series inside the Island Packet Factory on YouTube: ⚓ Part 1: First look at the IP 44 Motor Sailer: https://tinyurl.com/IPFactoryPart1 ⚓ Part 2: A full tour of the Island Packet 349 (this episode): https://tinyurl.com/IPFactor...
Mar 27, 2025•14 min•Season 1Ep. 5502
Send us a text This is Part 1 of a 3-part series inside the Island Packet Factory on YouTube: ⚓ Part 1: First look at the IP 44 Motor Sailer (this episode): https://tinyurl.com/IPFactoryPart1 ⚓ Part 2: A full tour of the Island Packet 349: https://tinyurl.com/IPFactoryPart2 ⚓ Part 3: A behind-the-scenes factory tour to see how these legendary boats are built (Coming soon) A century of months in the making, the Island Packet 44 Motor Sailor emerges as a revolutionary hybrid vessel that forever el...
Mar 23, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 551
Send us a text What draws sailors to cross vast oceans, leaving behind comfort and certainty for the unknown? Saskia shares her remarkable journey from the Florida Keys to French Polynesia, revealing both the exhilarating freedom and surprising challenges of the cruising lifestyle. Originally beginning her Instagram (@saskiasailing) simply to update family about their Pacific crossing, Saskia never expected thousands of followers to join her virtual journey. Together with her husband Kyle, they'...
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Send us a text Emerald waters, secluded beaches, and tropical breezes await in the Florida Keys—America's own Caribbean paradise. But how can you experience this boater's dream without draining your cruising kitty on expensive marinas? Our expert local guests John and Vanessa Lindsley, seasoned Key West sailors, reveal the secrets to finding gorgeous, protected anchorages throughout these island chains. This knowledge-packed episode delivers essential wisdom for anyone planning to cruise Florida...
Mar 13, 2025•1 hr 43 min
Send us a text Sailing legend Dennis Jay joins us to share his inspiring journey across the beautiful Bahamas. Discover how life's challenges can lead to new adventures and the vibrant community of sailors in Georgetown. • Dennis’ early beginnings with sailing and his love for boats • The story behind acquiring Delta Blues and its journey • First impressions of the Bahamas and the coastal allure • Unique experiences and memorable encounters while sailing • Insight into daily life on board and pr...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 53
Send us a text Buying a sailboat opens the door to exciting adventures, but maintaining it is where the real journey begins! This episode features Colin Mack from Mack Yacht Services, who shares invaluable insights from over 50 years in the industry about the commitment to regular maintenance necessary to keep your sailboat in peak condition. We cover everything from the daily checks you should perform to monthly and annual maintenance tasks to ensure your boat is safe, reliable, and ready for t...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Send us a text Join us as we set sail on an extraordinary journey with Luke Hartley, a celebrated sailor with a remarkable following of over 900,000 on Instagram. Luke is currently in New Zealand, preparing his trusty 1976 Vancouver 27 sailboat, Songbird, for a thrilling voyage to Fiji. From his humble beginnings in Seattle to his current adventures in the South Pacific, Luke's story is one of passion, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams on the open ocean. Discover how a chance encounter with ...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Send us a text Catch up with Ulrika of SV Sarantium, a 1995 Island Packet 40 Sailboat, on her inspiring circumnavigation journey—she’s currently in Mexico! 🌎⚓ Podlink: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast50 Episode 33 with Ulrika, Aug 7, 2024: tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast33 #SaltyAbandon #SaltyPodcast #SailingCircumnavigation #MexicoSailing #WomenWhoSail #CapnTinsley Keep Travelling – Your African Vacation Insightful interviews with Africa’s tourism professionals - Great giveaways from 5* guests Listen...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 50
Send us a text Join me as I chat with Olivia Wyatt, who's in full preparation mode for the 2026 Golden Globe Race! 🧭⛵ Imagine this: Sailing solo for 8 months or so, nonstop, around the world in the Southern Ocean, with no GPS, no motor, no satellite, no cell phone, and no boat mechanics. Tonight, we venture into a tale of grit, guts, and timeless seamanship, as I welcome a next-level guest to the Salty Podcast. This captivating conversation uncovers Olivia's motivation to embark on a solo saili...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Send us a text Dreaming of owning a sailboat & sailing to the Caribbean? ⛵ Tune in to Salty Podcast #48: I chat with a boat broker about buying, financing 💳, & insuring🛡️ sailboats! 🎧 Video Podlink: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast48 SaltyAbandon #SaltyPodcast #SailingTips #SailboatBuying #Sailing ⛵ Keep Travelling – Your African Vacation Insightful interviews with Africa’s tourism professionals - Great giveaways from 5* guests Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show SALTY ...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Send us a text *Sailing Antigua* with Hayden & Radeen of S/V Island Spirit, LIVE from the Caribbean! Expert tips, tricks, and incredible stories from paradise. LIVE podcast was January 8, 2025. Watch on YouTube: 👉 https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast47 #SaltyAbandon #SaltyPodcast #Sailing #AntiguaAdventures #CaribbeanSailing #IslandLife #SailingTips #OceanStories #TropicalParadise #SailingLifestyle #SailboatLife #ExploreBySea #BlueWaterCruising #AnchorLife #SailingCommunity Keep Travelling – Yo...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Send us a text Join me, Capn Tinsley as I chat with Tania Aebi, the trailblazing sailor who, at just 18, embarked on a solo circumnavigation aboard her 26-foot sailboat Varuna in the 1980s—navigating without GPS and changing sailing history forever. Live Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, at 6 PM CST. Podlink: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast46 Order Tania's books here : Maiden Voyage: https://amzn.to/3D7RCLh I've Been Around: https://amzn.to/3ZMlaXz Tania Aebi’s journey, completed between 1985 and 1987,...
Dec 12, 2024•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 46
Send us a text In the latest episode of the Salty Podcast, we delve into the captivating world of yacht restoration with Colin and Terry from Adventure Yacht Sales. Based at Mack Yacht Services in Port Salerno, these passionate experts reveal the intricate craftsmanship and dedication involved in transforming classic Island Packet yachts. The episode offers a deep dive into their current projects, highlighting the restoration of a 44-foot Island Packet and a 420 project boat that’s up for sale. ...
Dec 05, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 455
Send us a text Embark on an unforgettable nautical journey with Aga Sina, our adventurous guest who traversed the vast waters from Florida to Australia aboard his Island Packet 370, Kaibo. Aga's story is one of resilience and self-discovery, filled with insightful anecdotes about choosing the right vessel, tackling the challenges of off-grid living, and the intricate dance of maintaining a boat on long voyages. Joining us is Terry Ivins from Adventure Yacht Sales, who sheds light on the fascinat...
Nov 28, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Send us a text Welcome back to the Salty Podcast. Tonight, we’re diving into an incredible story with Oliver from Sailing Phoenix. Imagine leaving the 9-to-5 grind, buying a sailboat, emptying your 401k, and gearing up for the adventure of a lifetime. That’s exactly what Oliver did. With no rules holding him back, Oliver shares how he left an 11-year corporate career to embrace the open seas, chase his dreams, and prepare for a circumnavigation that’s just around the corner. Get ready for an ins...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Send us a text Join me as we commemorate the legacy of my beloved late husband, Scott Myrick, fondly known as Salty Scotty, in a heartfelt return to the Salty Podcast. With the encouragement of my spiritual mentor, Mary, we embark on this journey with esteemed guests Hayden and Raydeen from Sailing Vessel Island Spirit, whom Scott admired greatly. They generously share their wisdom on provisioning for a three-month stay in the Bahamas, guiding us through the essential preparations before setting...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Send us a text Ever dreamt of navigating the Bahamas like a seasoned pro? Join us on the Salty Podcast as we unlock the secrets of the Bahamian seas with expert sailors Hayden and Raydeen from Sailing Vessel Island Spirit. This episode promises a wealth of insider knowledge, from provisioning tips in Miami to the mesmerizing color shifts of the ocean as you sail into the Bahamas' West End Bank. Hayden and Raydeen bring their extensive experience to the fore, guiding you through the Abacos, with ...
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Send us a text SY Touche Route: https://forecast.predictwind.com/tracking/display/Touche/ ? 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 ...
Oct 16, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Send us a text 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 mos...
Oct 10, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 40
