The Mariner Podcast Ep 6. Serious Mainsail Damage in the Southern Ocean

In this episode I talk about heading out from New Zealand, solo on an Open 60 racing around the world in the Velux 5 Oceans Race in 2010/11. I deal with a few problems that challenge my skills and tenacity before disaster strikes in the shape of badly torn mainsail that threatens to scupper my entire race. Previous Podcast Episodes? Don't try looking for the rest of the Podcast here on Youtube- it doesn't exist! It was only ever recorded on audio BUT it is available on Apple, Spotify, Google and in all the regular podcast places. https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-mariner/id1502504465 Who is the Mariner? My name is Chris Stanmore-Major better known as CSM. I have over 300,000Nm experience in racing, cruising & expedition sailing and have raced twice around the world. I sailed solo around the world in the Velux 5 Oceans Race in 2011 (in Falcon's sister ship) becoming the 182nd person ever to circumnavigate alone. This channel is for sailors of all skill levels and backgrounds. My passion is seamanship & self reliance and helping others realize their sailing dreams on their own boats - whatever size or shape of craft that may be. If you find this video interesting Please Like & Subscribe! Your support really helps the channel grow! To Sail with the Mariner check out the Spartan Racing & Training website at : https://www.spartanoceanracing.com You can also find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spartanoceanracing/ #sailtraining #solosailing #spartanoceanracing #seamanship #sailingaroundtheworld #transatlantic #sailing #yacht #challenge #sailinghome #sunshine #volvo60 #open60 Music: The Brilliant 'Doctor Turtle' https://doctorturtle.bandcamp.com & 'See You Later' by CSM