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Good Jibes #153: Gary Schmitz on Chartering Around the World

This week’s host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Gary Schmitz to chat about 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.

Fiji, Tonga, Croatia, Australia, Thailand … Gary has sailed them all, aboard “OPB”s.
© 2024 Gary Schmitz

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 about everything from feeding sharks to sailing with dolphins.

This episode covers everything from catamarans to sharks. Here’s a small sample of what you will hear:

  • How do you sail on other people’s boats?
  • What are the myths about chartering?
  • Should you charter with a captain?
  • How do you create a sailing résumé?
  • What was memorable about Fiji?
  • Did Gary get to dive in Tonga?
  • How did he feed sharks?
  • Short Tacks: Ocean sunset or sunrise?

Learn more about Ryan at Ryan.Online.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and your other favorite podcast spots — follow and leave a 5-star review if you’re feeling the Good Jibes!

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