Episode #18: Lin Pardey on Staying Simple and Just Getting Out There

Welcome back to Latitude 38’s podcast, Good Jibes! In this podcast, we’re bringing you the world of sailing through the eyes of the West Coast Sailor. Each week, you’ll hear stories and tips from the West Coast sailing community on cruising, racing and just plain sailing. Cast off, laugh and learn, and become a better sailor. Hosted by John Arndt, Nicki Bennett, Ryan Foland, and the team at Latitude 38 – the sailing magazine for West Coast sailors since 1977!

This week’s host, Nicki Bennett, is joined by Lin Pardey to chat about her legendary life of sailing, giving back, and adventure. Lin has sailed over 200,000 nautical miles, completed two circumnavigations, and has had many more adventures of a lifetime with her late husband Larry Pardey.

Hear how to modify your boat to suit your needs, build confidence as a sailor, what size boat to get, being a pioneer in tiny living, and everything from living in the Kalahari to attending a rodeo in Vanuatu.

 This episode covers everything from how Lin met Larry to her biggest sailing thrills.

Here’s a small sample of what you will hear in this episode:

• Where did Lin & Larry’s philosophy of “just do it” come from?
• What’s the difference in sailing on a boat you built yourself?
• How do you build confidence as a woman sailor?
• Can you wait to outfit your boat with accessories?
• How did Lin & Larry become pioneers in tiny living?
• Why is sailing great for any age?
• How do you cultivate community as a sailor?
• Tack or Jibe: What is on Lin’s bucket list as a destination?

Read an early Lin & Larry Pardey story in the April 1980 issue of Latitude 38.

Visit Lin’s website: https://pardeytime.blogspot.com/

Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/perfect-cruising-perspective/.

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

Check out the episode and show notes below for much more detail.

Show Notes

• Lin Pardey on Staying Simple and Just Getting Out There
  • [0:20] Welcome to Good Jibes with Latitude 38
  • [0:44] Subscribe to Latitude 38 at Latitude38.com
  • [0:53] Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/perfect-cruising-perspective/
  • [0:55] Nicki Bennett
  • [3:18] Where did Lin & Larry’s philosophy of “just do it” come from?
  • [6:32] What’s the difference in sailing on a boat you built yourself?
  • [9:09] Solar Panels
  • [10:02] When did Lin meet Larry?
  • [10:46] How old was she at the time?
  • [11:42] How do you build confidence as a woman sailor?
  • [16:14] Fiordland
  • [18:04] Steri-Strips
  • [20:04] Penny Whiting
  • [22:10] San Francisco Bay
  • [26:07] Dinghy
  • [26:47] Catalina Island
  • [27:35] Cherry Cove
  • [31:03] Warm someone’s winter with a subscription to Latitude 38! Gift a subscription at Latitude38.com/Subscriptions
  • Adventure & Simplicity
  • [31:52] Lin on the Out The Gate Sailing Podcast
  • [32:45] #VanLife, #BoatLife, Social Media
  • [33:15] How did Lin & Larry become pioneers in tiny living?
  • [36:02] Kalahari Desert
  • [41:35] Can you wait to outfit your boat with accessories?
  • [46:42] Why is sailing great for any age?
  • [47:02] Email [email protected] to advertise on this podcast or in Latitude 38 sailing magazine
  • Community
  • [47:42] How do you cultivate community as a sailor?
  • [48:12] Facebook
  • [49:43] Yacht Racing
  • [50:42] Vanuatu
  • [53:43] Galway Hookers
  • Tack or Jibe?
  • [55:30] What is on Lin’s bucket list as a destination?
  • [56:15] If she could sail on any boat, what would it be?
  • [56:25] What’s her favorite sailing in the world?
  • [56:47] What’s her advice for anyone who’s never sailed before?
  • [57:40] What’s her recommendation for someone who wants to cruise but hasn’t left the dock yet?
  • [59:15] Follow Lin on Facebook, Instagram, and her blog
  • [1:00:01] Check out The Real Deal documentary
  • [1:00:27] Larry Pardey Memorial Observatory Support Fund
  • [1:01:03] What are Lin’s final thoughts?
  • [1:01:47] Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/perfect-cruising-perspective/
  • [1:02:08] Make sure to follow Good Jibes with Latitude 38 on your favorite podcast spot and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts
  • [1:02:12] Got a great sailing story to submit? Do so at [email protected]
  • [1:02:18] Subscribe to Latitude 38 at Latitude38.com
  • [1:02:47] Check out the December 2021 issue of Latitude 38 
  • Theme Song: Pineapple Dream by SOLXIS

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