Salty Podcast: Sailing Stories

Send us Fan Mail Hey everybody, this is Captain Tinsley with a bonus episode of the Salty Podcast! In this special episode, I chat with Key West John about Hurricane Beryl. John has been my go-to weather expert, and it's a bonus for me to have him on the air. We already went live earlier today due to a time change for an interview with a guest from the UK, so this worked out great. We dive in...

Send us Fan Mail  Join me for an inspiring episode of The Salty Podcast where I interview Luke, the owner of "Sailing with Storm." Luke and his young daughter, Storm, live on their restored 1989 Jeaneau 45 sailboat at Brighton Marina in England. With 32 years of sailing experience, Luke shares his journey, the major repairs and upgrades he's made to the boat, and his future plans fo...

Send us Fan Mail Join Capn Tinsley on the podcast as I chat with the owners of Emerald Coast Sailing School in Pensacola, FL. Discover how this top ASA-certified school offers a unique, live-aboard learning experience with dedicated, compassionate instructors. Learn about their private, hands-on classes designed for couples, families, and friends, and how they help students master sailing skills i...

Send us Fan Mail Join me live as I chat with a passionate sailor who owns an Island Packet 27 and dreams of navigating from New England to the warmer southern waters. Discover his adventures, challenges, and plans for the future. Don't miss this inspiring episode of the Salty Podcast! #SailingAdventure ⛵ #IslandPacket27 🌴 #JourneySouth 🌊 #SaltyAbandon #CapnTinsley #LiveShow Salty Abandon,...

Send us Fan Mail Join Capn Tinsley for a captivating live episode! Meet the adventurous couple, Chris & Renee, who retired to their 52-foot sailboat, S/V Oceanaire, spending years cruising the #Caribbean . Hear thrilling stories of exploration, unexpected mishaps, & realities of life on a boat. #sailingpodcast .  Audio from Livestream June 12, 2024:  https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast25 #sal...

Send us Fan Mail Join Capn Tinsley as she talks with Kennan Cooley, a sailor from the DC area who is celebrating one year of sailboat ownership! We'll talk about the ups and downs of being a first-time owner, sharing stories from her adventures, and plans for the future. Whether you're an experienced sailor or just dreaming of the open water, this episode offers insights and inspiration....

Send us Fan Mail Cap'n Tinsley talks to two sailors about their recent sailing adventure along the Gulf Coast from Orange Beach, AL, to Crystal River, FL, roundtrip on an Island Packet 29 sailboat. Find about the marinas, anchorages, and the Gulf crossing along the way as well as swimming with the manatees! Audio taken from LIVESTREAM 5/22/24: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast23 #saltyabandon...

Send us Fan Mail Cap'n Tinsley talks to real life-long sailor & author of "Boat Girl" ... A gripping memoir of family drama, hurricanes, and hidden struggles at sea. Summers in Virginia, winters in the Bahamas—life aboard their 47-foot sailboat wasn't all fun in the sun.  Audio from Video Livestream May 15, 2024:  https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast22 Order "Boat Girl&quo...

Send us Fan Mail Join Cap'n Tinsley as she talks with Leslie Allen from Island Packet Yachts for a live chat! 🛥️ Discover how and why Leslie & her husband, Darrell, have modernized the way Island Packets are presented to buyers from the factory in Largo, FL! 🌴 Don't miss this exciting glimpse behind the scenes.  Audio from the LIVE video Live event:  https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast...

Send us Fan Mail Transcript here:  https://share.descript.com/view/ZVzLUmr9TxK Listen to one sailors adventures in sailing to Guatemala and living there for the last 4 years!  Meeting Captain Vinnie!   #saltyabandon #sailing #podcast #sailboat #guatemala #centralamerica #livingabroad saltyabandon, sailing, podcast, sailboat, guatemala, central america, living abroad Support the show SALTY ABANDON:...

Send us Fan Mail Get insider tips and professional insights on sailboat outfitting in an exclusive interview with Steve Lloyd, founder of Yacht Rigger in St. Petersburg, FL. Discover everything from repairs to full-scale projects, ensuring your sailboat is ready to set sail with top-notch craftsmanship and expertise.  Audio from video Livestream Apr 24, 2024:  https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast19 #s...

Send us Fan Mail Audio from Video Livestream April 17, 2024: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast18 Cap'n Tinsley talks to Commander Chris Kreitlein (USN, Retired), author of the book, "Simple Celestial – Navigation by the Heavens Made Easy"  Order book here: https://amzn.to/3JnigQ5 .   #saltyabandon #sailing #podcast #sailboat #celestialnavigation #sextant #pensacola FL #charter #instr...

Send us Fan Mail Cap'n Tinsley talks to the crew/owners Sailing & Chartering a 2020 Island Packet 349 Sailboat out of Panama City Beach, FL, S/V La Bella Vita.  Audio from video livestream April 10, 2024.  Full Vid:  https://www.youtube.com/live/QjRYgpoYaaM?si=BKHy4h4CbGlBkkbS Emerald Coast Sailing Excursions EmeralCoastSailingExursions.com Support the show SALTY ABANDON:  Cap'n Tins...

Send us Fan Mail Cap'n Tinsley talks to the crew, family of 5, on Sailing Vessel Fresh to Salty, about their sailing adventures as a family in the Bahamas.  Two adults and three teenagers!  #saltyabandon #sailing #podcast #sailboat #jeanneau #bahamas #sailingfamily Support the show SALTY ABANDON:  Cap'n Tinsley, Orange Beach, AL: Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320; Nov 2015-Oct...

Send us Fan Mail Cap'n Tinsley talks to the crew of Sailing Vessell Trance, an Island Packet 420 that circumnavigated the globe!  Dan & Marlene sailed her around the world November 30, 2019 - May 27, 2022.  Audio is from the LIVE video podcast March 27. 2024.  If you would like to see the route I was referring to in the podcast, please watch the video @saltyabandon on Facebook or YouTube....

Send us Fan Mail Cap'n Tinsley talks to Key West John about his sailing route from Key West to Everglades City saltyabandon, sailing, podcast, island packet, sailboat, key west, Newfound Harbor, Rabbit Key, Everglades City  Support the show SALTY ABANDON:  Cap'n Tinsley, Orange Beach, AL: Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320; Nov 2015-Oct 2020; 1988 Island Packet 27 Feb-Oct 2015...

Send us Fan Mail Cap'n Tinsley talks to the new owners of a 2005 Island Packet 485 Sailboat LIVE from their boat in Panama City, FL! Take a sail down to the Gulf Coast with Cap'n Tinsley to discuss the world of sailing including Island Packet Sailboats!  SALTY ABANDON is Cap'n Tinsley & First Mate Salty Scotty from Orange Beach, AL:  Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320;...

Send us Fan Mail Cap'n Tinsley talks to Chuck, Captain/Owner of Sailing Vessel Freedom, an Island Packet 445 Sailboat in Gulf Breeze, FL.  Audio from LIVESTREAM Video March 14, 2024. Want to support the podcast? http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon . SALTY ABANDON is Captain Tinsley & First Mate Salty Scotty from Orange Beach, AL:  Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320; 2015-2020 - 1988...

Send us Fan Mail Cap'n Tinsley talks to Hayden & Radeen from their anchored Island Packet sailboat in Sint Maarten in the Caribbean.  Audio from LIVESTREAM video March 6, 2024. SALTY ABANDON is Captain Tinsley & First Mate Salty Scotty from Orange Beach, AL:  Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320; 2015-2020 - 1988 Island Packet 27 (lost in Hurricane Sally Sep 2020) Want to supp...

Send us Fan Mail Want to support the podcast?  http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon .  Captain Tinsley gets an updated on full-time sailing cruisers Mike & Steph on their Island Packet 35 in Georgetown, Bahamas! This is a follow up to Salty Podcast #8. SALTY ABANDON is Captain Tinsley & First Mate Salty Scotty from Orange Beach, AL: Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320; 2015-2020 - 1988...

Send us Fan Mail Want to support the podcast? http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon .  Captain Tinsley talks with Blaine Parks of Parks Marine Services, an experienced Yacht Delivery Service.  Audio from Jan 12, 2024, video LIVESTREAM. . SALTY ABANDON IS Captain Tinsley & First Mate Salty Scotty from Orange Beach, AL: Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320; 2015-2020 - 1988 Island Packet 27 (l...

Send us Fan Mail Want to support the podcast? http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon .  Captain Tinsley talks with with Cecilia Potts of Set Sail Marine Survey. Recorded LIVE video Jan 2, 2024. SALTY ABANDON IS Captain Tinsley & First Mate Salty Scotty from Orange Beach, AL: Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320; 2015-2020 - 1988 Island Packet 27 (lost in Hurricane Sally Sep 2020) Please subsc...

Send us Fan Mail Want to support the podcast? http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon .  Captain Tinsley talks with Salty Scotty about my solo Gulf Crossing. I've had better times. Recorded video Nov 28, 2023. SALTY ABANDON IS Captain Tinsley & First Mate Salty Scotty from Orange Beach, AL: Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320;2015-2020 - 1988 Island Packet 27 (lost in Hurricane Sally Sep...

Send us Fan Mail This was my first LIVE Podcast episode and we had some guest mic issues at the very beginning.  So please fast forward through that and get to the good stuff!  Want to support the podcast? http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon .Captain Tinsley talks with Captain Ralph Bush of Safe Passage Maritime Captain School: sailor, Captain School Instructor, boat broker, former ASA Sailing Instruc...

Send us Fan Mail Want to support the podcast? http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon .  Captain Tinsley talks to the crew of S/V Beyla, an Island Packet 35 currently in the Bahamas!  Recorded LIVE video Feb 7, 2024. SALTY ABANDON IS Captain Tinsley & First Mate Salty Scotty from Orange Beach, AL: Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320; 2015-2020 - 1988 Island Packet 27 (lost in Hurricane Sally...