Am I fit enough for a solo crossing of the Pacific? ( solo sailing )
December 04, 2020 by Pacific Solo | Language: EN Play Time: 00:22:56 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
Last episode, I discussed what I’m asking from my boat, SV Wahine, and if she’s safe enough to get me across the Pacific on my solo crossing.
It’s only fair she ask the same of me.
I’m readying myself both physically and mentally, and there is much to do before I set off next June. Fortunately, UFC Gym in Tokyo — a part of Keel Club founding member company BetterU — has come on as my fitness sponsor, and I’m working closely with the gym’s head trainer Darrell Harris to retrain and strengthen muscles crucial to sailing.
Please comment with your thoughts and questions!
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Hi, I`m Lowell, a 67-year-old rookie sailor, and a never-too-later! I preparing myself for the biggest challenge of my life: a solo journey across the North Pacific. I am a Canadian living in Japan, and in 2019, I purchased Wahine, a 1988 Gib Sea 402. I moved on board while she was moored in Tokyo. In March 2021, I terminated my contract with the Marina and have been cruising Japan full time since gaining valuable experience all the while working remotely from the boat. Wahine is my home, my studio, and my lab. Join me on my learning voyage around Japan, trying to prepare myself for Pacific Solo. If you want to see where I am please go to my website and click on the Where`s Wahine Button at https://www.pacificsolo.com Also, if you are a fellow never-too-later check out www.nevertoolateacademy.com PSThe History Channel asked if they follow me into various remote ports for a new series called Dare to Dream. The pilot airs in Japan July 24th at 8pm.
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