Bar Karate - The Sailing Podcast

Published 5 July 2026 This week we are all about the Race to Alaska (R2AK). We chat to race winners, Northbound Nutters. We have always thought the R2AK was a pretty crazy race and we followed it with interest. After this chat however, we realise how crazy it is. And for those competitors still going who are listening to this, mad respect, stay safe. This was one of my favourite discussions. Enjoy...

Published 28 June 2026 Part of the DMG Mori sailing team, Arisa is keying up to sail the Ocean Race Atlantic starting 1 September. If you want to hear a story of focus and determination, this is the one for you. We were each blown away at Arisa's determination. Plus there is plenty of fun as per usual. Enjoy! #sailingteamdmgmori #theoceanrace #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #...

Published 21 June 2026 This week we chat to Sven Runow commodore of the Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club. Apart from an illustrious offshore career, Sven is now the commodore of the iconic 'Eddies' Yacht Club which is the club behind Australia's challenge for the Americas Cup. We talk cup, the club, some offshore stuff and the classic yachting scene. Lots of fun. #teamaustraliachallen...

Published 14 June 2026 This week, we dive back into the ratings discussion. This time we talk to an expert, Australian Sailing's Ratings Manager, Chris Zonca. We wanted to ask all the key questions any yacht owner should ask. In reality we only scratched the surface. Regardless, it was a very interesting discussion. Plus there was plenty of fun to be had. Enjoy! #australiansailing #disrupta_...

Published 7 June 2026 This week, 3 time Olympian Karyn Gojnich - Coach, Director, Mentor, Olympian. Champion sailor, Karyn live the ethos of bringing people into our sport. She gives so much time and energy to growing our sport, whilst enjoying her own sailing as well. Karyn will be leading a team from Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron at New York Yacht Clubs International Women's Championship. Her...

Published 31 May 2026 This week three mates chatting. it is a very good ep. Very funny, very informative. #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast  #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yachts #saillife #instayacht #sailingblog #instasail

Published 17 May 2026 This week we talk to Swiss sailing legend Nathalie Brugger. 3 Olympics, AC40 helm at the last Cup and now part of the Alinghi sailing team at this AC. Nathalie is an awesome person who is incredibly positive, talented and fun. Her and J are good friends and she has no fear in putting him in his place. It is a cool ep. #americascup #nat_brugger_sailing #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vai...

Published 10 May 2026 This week we bring in the super sub and chat to them so you can know what to expect. Bicey has plenty on, so the addition of a super sub we feel will make the show stronger. Our new super sub is right at the front of the pro fleet racing everything from Cape 31's to Ultim's. They also bring a strong Banter game. For us it was a no brainer who to offer the role to an...

Published 3 May 2026 This week Olympian and current Australian Sailor of the year Zoe Thomson. Zoe is a determined, confident sailor right at the top of the game. She exudes calm and it is working for her. She is from Western Australia, a place that is producing some of the best talent in the World in the ILCA class. We chat to her about her journey and we ask what is so special in the West. Its a...

Published 26 April 2026 It's Anzac Day in Oz and NZ this weekend. So we decided to reach out to who we believe to be the most successful sailor in Australia's defence forces, Rick Longbottom. Rick has been a standout sailor for a generation and a member of the Australian Navy. We wanted to hear what his sailing life has been like. And like any navy person, he is good with a story. You wi...

Published 19 April 2026 This week a young talent that is going places, German, (Maltese) 49er sailor Richard Schultheis. Richard has had brilliant results throughout his young career and he continues to improve. He is now focussed on making the Olympics and listening to him talk you just don't doubt he will. Have a listen and see what you think. #flyin_boat #49ersailing #disrupta_ #vaikobi #v...

Published 12 April 2026 This week we talk to Emil Järudd. Emil is an F18 World Champion and 2 time Olympian for Sweden in the Nacra 17 class. He and his crew Hanna Jonssen won the Nacra event at the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofia regatta so their form is hot as the European season kicks off. Another classic BK ep with Emil providing some fantastic insights. #nacra17sailing #emiljarudd #disrupta_ #vaik...

Published 29 March 2026 This week we are back in the skiff World. This time 16' skiffs, celebrating the performance of women in that class. We speak to Zoe Dransfield, one of the women at the front of the fleet that contains gold medallists and World champions. Zoe has a pretty cool story, especially with her introduction to the sport. It is a fun chat. We also provide a Caribbean summary and...

Published 22 March 2026 One of the bucket list items the three of us have is to race to Hawaii. Bicey has done it and BP is about to do it. The Pac Cup gets underway July 6. And to find out what it's about and what race secrets there are, we spoke to Bob Hinden, a 5 time competitor and Commodore of the Pacific Cup Yacht Club, organisers of the race. So if you also dream of completing a race t...

Published 16 March 2026 This week we check back in on the 18s' straight after presentation night, post the JJ's. We spoke to Emma Rankin, skipper of the Club Marine. Emma is a lot of fun to talk to and she goes hard in her sailing. She has achieved plenty in her sailing career already and this conversation is a ripper. We also catch up with Harvey Hillary from the Bar Karate team. It is...

Published 8 March 2026 It's the JJ's, the 18 skiff World Champs. For the next 10 days all your viewing pleasure is sorted as the annual battle to see which is the best sailed 18 skiff in the World takes place on Sydney Harbour. To add to your viewing pleasure and give you all the information you need, we speak to three people. 18' League President Simon Nearn. Member of the winning...

Published 22 February 2026 This week we chat to Will McKenzie. A bloke who has done plenty of sailing including with both BP and Bice. But he spends most of his time these days as shore crew for the Bonds Flying Roos as part of SailGP. Will takes us inside life behind the scenes. He provides plenty of detail about the boats and the setup. If you are a fan of SailGP or looking to find your own path...

Published 15 February 2026 Our 350th episode, so we talk to the great man, Nokka. Olympian, Americas Cup sailor, round the World racer! One of the most respected men in our sport, but also one of the sports great characters. I did try to stop the chat getting too loose and failed. It is very funny and a lot of fun, but maybe not one for the youngsters. #anthony_nossiter #finnclass #americascup #th...

Published 1 February 2026 This week we try and make keel boat racing easier, cheaper, more fun and more appealing for all. After our ORC discussion (Episode 335) I had a phone call from an old mate, Brett Whitbread. He had some frustrations about IRC and handicapping systems in Australia, but rather than just whinge, he had some ideas to improve it. We run through these ideas this week and present...

Published 25 January 2026 This week we are all about the F18 Worlds starting in Perth WA. We discuss the venue, the competition and the class. We had four guests, Mark Parker, Gavin Colby, Bevin Grimes and Jeanette Kinsey. Four different views and approaches to F18 sailing. If you want to know more about this class, it will be a great ep for you. #f18international #f18worlds #disrupta_ #vaikobi #v...

Published 18 January 2026 Last week we saw the big announcement from American Magic of their new training facility and their partnership with SailGP. American Magic state that they hope to help grow sailing through their efforts in Pensacola, so of course we reached out to our old mate Tyson Lamond, COO of American Magic to find out all about what is happening and there is plenty to discuss. Enjoy...

Published 11 Jan 2026 We kick the new year off with a rip snorter. We chat to Dylan Fletcher, the SailGP winning skipper from the Emirates Great Britain team. Dylan is an Olympic Gold medallist, Moth World Champion and Sail GP winning skipper. He is ticking all the major boxes a sailor would like to tick. In the discussion, if you listen closely, you can pick up on his process which has led him to...

Published Evening 30 December 2025 Our eighth and final sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast  #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingwor...

Published Evening 29 December 2025 Our seventh sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race and are publishing around 11.30am AEDT, and 18.30 AEDT each day. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast  #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean...

Published Morning 29 December 2025 Our sixth sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race and are publishing around 11.30am AEDT, and 18.30 AEDT each day. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast  #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #s...