As a reader of solo seafaring books starting with Robert Manery’s TinkerBell to the Moitessier writing I just read Mr. Webb’s words from his first book. Reading it I was unable to stop. He has achieved his goal. Lovely thoughtful writing forever to be a part of the exploration of the human experience.
Web....you can say any version you want.....nobody I can think of in the world has the credibility to question you. You're body of work is unapproachable. Thank you sir for sharing your experiences.
It's unfortunate that most TH-cam sailing audiences gravitate to the inexperienced skippers and their bikini clad mates. This man has accomplished some incredible feats and has survived situations that few could endure. Webb is a wonderful storyteller and brilliant writer! Amazing. This should have a million views.
Great interview! The first book I ever read on sailing was Robin Lee Graham’s, the second was Webb’s account of his first circumnavigation. I’ve followed Webb’s story on and off over the decades and was really excited when I stumbled onto his TH-cam channel and found he had once again circumnavigated, in a Moore 24 no less. Inspiring, thanks for the ride Webb!
Good stories Webb! Thx for sharing. Looking forward to reading your Open Boat cruising book. I have an open boat and dream of sailing from Oakland to Bolinas or Oakland to Monterrey. I am practicing and building up experience with simpler outings like Angel Island. I like your suggestions re: diet and practicing in heavy weather. If I could have added my question to the Zoom it would have been "What is the biggest difference I am likely to experience once I cross under the Golden Gate Bridge and leave the Bay the first time?" Paul
Although it was more than fifty years ago I remember when I first went beyond the Golden Gate. The scale changes. Instead of being confined by land, the water opens up. I found the ocean to be easier to sail than the bay. Less severe currents and less chop. Instead of waves being close together, pounding into one after another going to windward inside the bridge, beyond they are bigger and father apart. You can sail up one side then down the other and the farther you go, the more sea room. I like sea room.
I just watched this myself and observe that I misspoke at least a few times. I say that the wind vane on EGREGIOUS was a Monitor. It was an Aries. I do correct that later. And I may not have been clear when I talk about EGREGIOUS being the first boat to sail around Cape Horn with a modern fin keel spade rudder underbody. What I meant to say is that as far as I know she was the first such boat to be sailed around Cape Horn solo. There probably are others. If you note them, please comment.
It was through Sailing to Freedom that I discovered Webb. Sailing to Freedom is a legend and for him to say Webb is a legend meant a lot so I needed to check him out! Fantastic - BUT why is it that all the best sailing stories involve near disaster!!
A burning question I would like to ask Webb is about sleep.. I know you talked about getting adequate sleep, but I'd like to know what your approach is to balancing keeping watch and sleeping. I have tried the 20 minute mini-sleeps and then looking out, then repeat. It's very tiring after a few days. I crave sleep. What do you do in this regard, when on the ocean, and when closer to land ?
I have heard of others who try to sleep for only twenty minute intervals and am not surprised that you found it exhausting. At sea I keep away from shipping lanes as much as possible and retire to my berth early. Usually by 8 pm. I naturally wake every couple of hours and look around and if conditions have remained constant and the horizon is clear go back to sleep. Reading my passage logs reveals that often I am on deck for one reason or another around midnight. I do set alarms the last night before making landfall, but almost always my internal clock wakes me just before they go off. I sometimes set them for one hour intervals, but not less. Broken sleep for one night is acceptable. Running sleep deficits for many successive nights is debilitating and dangerous. So is being run down by a ship. I choose to take that risk in favor of sleep. I am not saying my way is the right way, but so far it has worked for me.
As a reader of solo seafaring books starting with Robert Manery’s TinkerBell to the Moitessier writing I just read Mr. Webb’s words from his first book. Reading it I was unable to stop. He has achieved his goal. Lovely thoughtful writing forever to be a part of the exploration of the human experience.
Absolute Sailing Inspiration .Stoked I sailed onto this Interview DJSunderland
Web....you can say any version you want.....nobody I can think of in the world has the credibility to question you. You're body of work is unapproachable. Thank you sir for sharing your experiences.
@@BobJones-wb7xs Thank you, Bob. Your comment comes a day before my 83rd birthday. It is pleasing that some still think of me.
Webb is a man of many surprises only surpassed by his many accomplishments. Wonderful podcast!
I’m Spellbound! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️
Webb,
Imagine a massive round of applause sir,
You deserve it.
Nerve, man do you ever have it.
Drew
It's unfortunate that most TH-cam sailing audiences gravitate to the inexperienced skippers and their bikini clad mates. This man has accomplished some incredible feats and has survived situations that few could endure. Webb is a wonderful storyteller and brilliant writer! Amazing. This should have a million views.
Thank you. Immodestly I think so too.
That was fantastic!! Thank you guys!
Awesome, so great
Great interview! The first book I ever read on sailing was Robin Lee Graham’s, the second was Webb’s account of his first circumnavigation. I’ve followed Webb’s story on and off over the decades and was really excited when I stumbled onto his TH-cam channel and found he had once again circumnavigated, in a Moore 24 no less. Inspiring, thanks for the ride Webb!
Really enjoyed the interview, thanks Webb. All the best for the upcoming voyages in 2021.
Fascinating talk. Thank you Webb Chiles (and the SSS for putting it on). I had just finished reading Open Boat, and then I find this interview!
This was a great interview! Thanks so much Webb!
Very informative talk ,thanks Webb.
Good stories Webb! Thx for sharing. Looking forward to reading your Open Boat cruising book. I have an open boat and dream of sailing from Oakland to Bolinas or Oakland to Monterrey. I am practicing and building up experience with simpler outings like Angel Island. I like your suggestions re: diet and practicing in heavy weather. If I could have added my question to the Zoom it would have been "What is the biggest difference I am likely to experience once I cross under the Golden Gate Bridge and leave the Bay the first time?" Paul
Although it was more than fifty years ago I remember when I first went beyond the Golden Gate. The scale changes. Instead of being confined by land, the water opens up. I found the ocean to be easier to sail than the bay. Less severe currents and less chop. Instead of waves being close together, pounding into one after another going to windward inside the bridge, beyond they are bigger and father apart. You can sail up one side then down the other and the farther you go, the more sea room. I like sea room.
@@webbchiles4130 Cool! Thanks for sharing. I'll keep building up to it :)
I just watched this myself and observe that I misspoke at least a few times.
I say that the wind vane on EGREGIOUS was a Monitor. It was an Aries. I do correct that later.
And I may not have been clear when I talk about EGREGIOUS being the first boat to sail around Cape Horn with a modern fin keel spade rudder underbody. What I meant to say is that as far as I know she was the first such boat to be sailed around Cape Horn solo.
There probably are others. If you note them, please comment.
The channel Sailing into Freedom mentioned you and gave links to your books. I've subs to your channel
It was through Sailing to Freedom that I discovered Webb. Sailing to Freedom is a legend and for him to say Webb is a legend meant a lot so I needed to check him out! Fantastic - BUT why is it that all the best sailing stories involve near disaster!!
A burning question I would like to ask Webb is about sleep..
I know you talked about getting adequate sleep, but I'd like to know what your approach is to balancing keeping watch and sleeping.
I have tried the 20 minute mini-sleeps and then looking out, then repeat. It's very tiring after a few days. I crave sleep.
What do you do in this regard, when on the ocean, and when closer to land ?
I have heard of others who try to sleep for only twenty minute intervals and am not surprised that you found it exhausting.
At sea I keep away from shipping lanes as much as possible and retire to my berth early. Usually by 8 pm. I naturally wake every couple of hours and look around and if conditions have remained constant and the horizon is clear go back to sleep. Reading my passage logs reveals that often I am on deck for one reason or another around midnight.
I do set alarms the last night before making landfall, but almost always my internal clock wakes me just before they go off. I sometimes set them for one hour intervals, but not less.
Broken sleep for one night is acceptable. Running sleep deficits for many successive nights is debilitating and dangerous. So is being run down by a ship. I choose to take that risk in favor of sleep. I am not saying my way is the right way, but so far it has worked for me.
Thanks Webb.
Agree, sleep deprivation is dangerous. I guess it's a matter of striking a good balance.
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