Are Laura and I Getting Back Together? | Sailing Doodles Podcast Q&A
October 26, 2025 · 31 min · 126K views
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Host Bobby addresses questions regarding crew relationships, upcoming sailing charters, and vessel specifications.0:02 He confirms that he and Laura are not currently in a relationship and have no immediate plans to sail together, citing the logistical challenges of her childcare responsibilities.0:48 Bobby outlines his upcoming schedule, including a November 8–15 charter in the British Virgin Islands and a January 3–9 trip on an Island Spirit 525 to host prospective buyers.12:12 He is also seeking a couple to join him for a four-month sailing stint in Thailand starting in February.7:04 Regarding technical specifications, Bobby notes that the Ta Chaio Shipbuilding Co. Ct-56 has a 72-foot mast, making it unsuitable for the 65-foot bridge clearances of the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW).21:51 He emphasizes the necessity of bow thrusters for 50-foot vessels in marinas and confirms plans to install full-perimeter netting on future catamarans for pet safety.17:49 He also discusses offshore safety, noting that modern EPIRBs and satellite communication make rescue significantly faster than in previous decades.25:27
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