EP#393 From the Sea, to a Plane, to a Car
8 December 2025 · 39 min · 310 views
What this video covers
Jerome Rand, owner of the Westsail 32 *Mighty Sparrow*, outlines upcoming travel and sailing plans while reflecting on recent offshore experiences. Following a 23-day transit from the Chesapeake to Florida that included two days of gale-force conditions, Rand is transitioning to land-based speaking engagements in Massachusetts and Florida.22:15 He emphasizes the importance of vetting crew members through preliminary meetings before committing to extended offshore passages, citing his upcoming trip to Seattle to assist with rigging and mast work on a boat owned by Oliver of *Sailing with Phoenix*.25:00 Rand also discusses his intent to experiment with a sea anchor to improve heavy-weather tactics, specifically to create a slick behind the boat.28:40 He maintains a focus on physical discipline during travel to counteract the sedentary nature of long-distance driving and recent offshore fatigue.33:24
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