
Good Jibes #193: Cole Brauer on Learning to Sail Around the World — Part 2
Tune in this week for Part 2 of Cole Brauer’s story as she chats with host John Arndt about learning to sail around the world. During the Global Solo Challenge 2023–2024, Cole became the first woman from the US to race singlehanded around the world nonstop and unassisted, and also set a new around-the-world speed record for Class 40.

Hear the life-changing story of her first offshore race, how she fell in love with sailing, the doors that open thanks to beer can racing, how to get yourself on more boats, and the best way to learn everything you need to know about sailing.
Here’s a sample of what you’ll hear in this episode:
- Why Cole believes you should NEVER follow a “regular” schedule when singlehanding
- Sailing is not solely a luxury activity
- What Cole is training for next
- How was the boat after 130 days of sailing?
- What does Cole truly fear?
Learn more about Cole on Instagram @ColeBrauerOceanRacing
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