This week’s host, John Arndt, is joined by Josh Kali to chat boat-building & race prep ahead of the McIntyre Mini Globe Race 2025. Josh is a mountain climber, sailor, and professional marine technician who built his 19-foot one-design Skookum over the past 2.5 years. Hear the parallels between mountain climbing and sailing, how to teach yourself to sail, the pros & cons of building your own boat, Josh’s race strategy for the McIntyre Mini Globe Race 2025, and the most fascinating rules, rest stops, and restarts for the race. Sponsor Josh at JoshKaliOceanRacing.com and learn more here: https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/mcintyre-mini-globe-race-qualifying-leg-underway/
