Salty Podcast: Sailing
Set sail with Cap'n Tinsley of S/V Salty Abandon as she dives into the world of sailing and all things sailing adjacent! Whether you're a seasoned sailor or just starting your dream, this podcast is your go-to for tales of adventure, expert tips, and heartwarming stories from fellow sailors. From breathtaking cruising routes to the quirkiest mishaps at sea, we celebrate the love of sailing in all its glory. Come aboard and join the conversation - the ocean is calling! #saltypodcast #GulfCoastSailing #SailingAdventures #NauticalStories #SailingLife #BoatTalk #SailingCommunity #CapnTinsley Salty Abandon is Captain Tinsley & First Mate Salty Scotty from Orange Beach AL: Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320; 2015-2020 - 1988 Island Packet 27 (lost in Hurricane Sally Sep 2020) Want to support the podcast? http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon . Please also subscribe on these platforms for full video of these episodes. LIVE video Weds 6pm Central: https://youtube.com/@svsaltyabandon https://www.facebook.com/saltyabandon AFFILIATE LINKS: Please consider ordering from these affiliate links (commissions may be earned): BOAT GEAR: Purisan Waste Filtration System: https://amzn.to/4eLZCQ6 CREATE A LIVESTREAM? Check out StreamYard: Https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5430067749060608 TUBE BUDDY Channel Tools: https://www.tubebuddy.com/pricing?a=SaltyAbandon MY PODCAST GEAR: Rodecaster Pro II Podcast Console: https://amzn.to/49nZ2o9 Shure Podcast Mic: https://amzn.to/49ndAoI Insta360Link AI Cam: https://amzn.to/49IuKNb Mic Boom: https://amzn.to/42RGb2T DJI Wireless Lav Mic: https://amzn.to/3RPqAws DJI Mini 3 Pro Drone" https://amzn.to/45WQtjI . #saltyabandon #sailing #podcast #islandpacket #sailboat #saillife #orangebeach #gulfshores #remax #sailingrealtor
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Have you ever dreamed of escaping to paradise without emptying your savings account? Meet Stan Loveday, a sailor, author, and retired firefighter who traded his landlocked existence for the gentle rocking of his sailboat "Southeast Up Disorder" in Key West's mooring field.
Stan reveals the remarkable economics of his lifestyle choice – paying just $450 monthly for a mooring ball versus the sta...
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 Book...
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 - most...
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...
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 whe...
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 inspirat...
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 n...
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...
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:
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
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 serie...
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 f...
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...
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 Pac...
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 fol...
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 knowl...
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 ex...
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 maintena...
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 pursu...
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
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