Good Jibes #177: Nate Stephenson on Sailing To Get Your New Boat
This week we chat with sailor Nate Stephenson on the perks of going on a sailing trip to pick up your new boat. Last year, Nate and his partner Megan sailed up to Surrey, British Columbia, to purchase their 34-ft Sun 1030 Gallia. After exploring B.C., they cruised it back down to Santa Barbara.
Tune in as Nate chats with Good Jibes host Ryan Foland and shares his experiences — why the scariest moments while sailing are the most formative, how to face your fears and learn patience on the water, the amazing orcas and other wildlife in B.C., why you should consider living on a boat, and why sailors are some of the friendliest people in the world.
Here’s a sample of what you’ll hear in this episode:
- Should you take offers for a free boat?
- How to develop the skills to repair bigger and bigger boats
- Did Nate and Megan connect through sailing?
- How long did it take to find the perfect boat?
- Were British Columbia’s coastline and protected water an obstacle in getting to the boat?
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Learn more about Nate at Nate-Stephenson-Photography.com and on Instagram @Nate_Stephensonn, Ryan at Ryan.Online, and read “SV Gallia, from B.C. to Santa Barbara” by Nate Stephenson on page 36 of the January issue of Latitude 38 sailing magazine.