Solo Show Updates, EP#408
29 March 2026 · 27 min · 12 views
Sailboat Sparrow rests in boatyard under golden sky.
What this video covers
Jerome Rand, host of the Sailing Into Oblivion podcast, plans to return to his Westsail 32, Sparrow, in Florida within one week to resume sailing and podcast production.1:59 The vessel, which previously sustained significant damage in a hurricane during the 1990s or early 2000s, requires ongoing maintenance to mitigate the rapid aging that occurs while sitting in a boatyard.7:36 Rand intends to depart Florida by mid-April for a northward passage, potentially with crew members for short-duration coastal hops.20:34 He also scheduled a series of speaking engagements throughout the Cape Cod, New Bedford, and Nantucket region from mid-July through mid-August, featuring a presentation on his 2022 voyage.12:51 Rand advises prospective buyers to avoid rushing into boat purchases, noting that the current market offers numerous opportunities for those willing to look beyond standard listings on sites like YachtWorld and Boat Trader.6:05 He emphasizes that electronics frequently fail in the marine environment and notes that his own recording equipment has suffered from repeated exposure to salt air and moisture.15:38
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