Around The World Without GPS: Kirsten Neuschafer

[@erikwiechers8785]

Interview is even more special now Kirsten is #1 in the GGR❤

[@GarnetMelville]

And since your comment, she has won the race, historic and legendary, 1st South African to win a solo round the world race, 1st woman to win. She as really become iconic and a true ambassador for sailing

[@andremarais2706]

Greetings from Cape Town South Africa.

[@en9635]

Kristen has now won the race. Super cool seeing this video a bit of a time warp.

[@johnmiglautsch4587]

So cool - I saw this episode 10 months ago - now today I see that Kirsten Neuschäfer WON. I think you should do another special about her - and the Cape George

[@fekkim1]

Amazing woman! There aren't enough positive words to describe Kirsten.

[@Woodementary]

She won the race!🎉

[@kzkievit3806]

I met and spent some time with Kirsten and her dog, Dwesa, in South Africa, while at a Xhosa language-learning retreat. She's completely unpretentious and wonderful. I hope she wins!!!!!

[@ripleysephiroth]

Wish granted!🥳👍

[@sailingmartinique4967]

Greetings and wishing Kirsten a safe and wonderful voyage. From Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

[@gregp13]

Wow. GREAT episode! Really well done. Brilliant music and editing. Bodes really well for Magic Carpet II!!

[@huubdonders9943]

hear hear Great women do great things

[@kaynediaries630]

I've been waiting for about forever, it's great to see you back again,,, ur stories inspired me a lot,,, God bless and God speed to all,,,

[@californiakayaker]

Well , THIS is quite amazing. I was searching for things from Kirsten Neuschäfer and you guys have one of the best it turns out ! AND, you have the same boat ? No, not possible. what luck as you now know ! She is far more than number 1, she is the WINNER of the GGR ! I've been watching your videos since far before Covid, watched you do the canals, wished several times to hear more beautiful music and now this ! Absolutely incredible and such a small beautiful world !

[@joestevens3348]

Thank you for this video. I am South African, love sailing and will enthusiastically follow Kirsten on her endeavour just as I follow Magic Carpet II journey of a new life.

[@DD-xx8wh]

totally unexpected!! thank you for taking the time and effort to create this episode and tell this truly amazing story...can't wait till Sept!!

[@edwardfinn4141]

I met Kirsten 2 times when she was here in Newfoundland and PEI / Nova Scotia. When you look at the specifications and compare it to the other entrant boats then She has a faster boat! Kirsten is incredibly well motivated, and she and Eddy Arseneaut have done a superb job on getting the boat ready for the race. I think It is her race to lose, she has the fastest and best boat for the GGR race. If she has no bad luck- then Kirsten will win! Thanks for interviewing her. All the best Kirsten.

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

Absolutely! That is exactly what we think about the Cape George Cutters:) Go Kirsten!

[@TheWumps]

I really like this format of just telling amazing stories about amazing people. Can I be hopeful that we’ll see more of this as time passes? Every harbor I visit has at least one person with an amazing story, and it seems to me that those stories deserve to be documented and preserved in some immortal fashion.

[@TheWumps]

Actually, I just remembered you also did an episode where you just sat in the cockpit and told stories. Loved that one too

[@susanneochbosse2219]

What an excellent documentary on one of the greatest sailors of today! I've been binge watching this channel from the beginning, and currently (Dec 20th 2022) Kirsten is on second place in the Golden Globe Race, just some 200 M behind the leader, cruising at 4.9 knots south west of Tasmania. Well done so far!!

[@sharpfocus5]

Excellent video guys. So impressed with Kirsten and the incredible generosity of the community that supported her in Canada through the refit.

[@philipclements8927]

The people of Prince Edward Island deserve whatever support any of us can give them, they helped out unstintingly and will be large part of Kirsten's success....three cheers to them!

[@dcstrng1]

Thanks for posting this -- I first watched this around the start of the GGR, and at that time I'd never heard of Kirsten Neuschafer... but following the GGR now (nearly everyday), I've gotten to know Cap', Gugg, Simon, Kirsten, Jeremy and others... Kirsten's story is particularly educating... one thing is clear, as unassuming as she sounds, she believes in thorough preparation ... probably a lesson there somewhere...

[@cahtx8607]

Thank you for sharing Kirsten’s story. I will definitely follow her journey.

[@richardclarke8585]

Well Well hasn’t that turned out just beautifully , what a magnificent feat of sailing nous and a lovely person . She has won more than the race for sure .

[@danielorr2972]

Now that this courageous lady has won the race, a follow up interview would be most welcomed!

[@petec9686]

Current race leader!!!! Good luck, Kirsten!

[@fransdriesen1311]

Outstanding reportage ...The G.G.R is in fact not a race but a endurance test of your skipper talents.. This is not "cruising" .. this is the real stuff.. Not many females have entered, Susie Goodall unfortunately in the 2018 G.G.R pitchpoled and had to abandon het boat. A stupid knot in her sea anchor drogue set up failed and there she went. Luck is also a big factor in these kind of events.. In fact all who set sail in the G.G.R are winners..Furlers are being tested and as proven by Mark Slats, a hank on head sail setup still seems to be the way to go for such an endurance Kirsten sailed the Pelagic boats for Skip Novak.. Don't forget to also check into "Seas & Summits" where Chris and Sophie also did a lot of skippering the Pelagic Australis for Novak..Their videos are outstanding .. These Antarctic adventures involves some real rough weather sailing and skipper talents.. Maya this was an outstanding "production" with Kirsten.. I am sure once released, Don McIntyre will ask you whether he can link it in his G.G.R website.. Job well done..

[@bertieb9510]

Obviously another GGR devotee 😊

[@shreksswamp9001]

Great comment. I should have read it before posting mine, because I too added in information about Chris and Sophie. It seems that Skip Novak only 'mans' his boats with the best of Captains, because the seas that these guys have sailed in, in the southern ocean, were monstrous and in some cases downright frightening. When an 80 something foot boat looks like a dinky toy compared to the waves/swell, you know you are being tested by nature. And they all did it with composure, calmness and determination. Their skill levels are off the charts!

[@RojoPirata]

Outstanding!!

[@christip20]

Wow! What a wonderful video, I can’t wait to see how Mini-Haha & Kirsten do in the race. It would certainly be exciting for her to win it!

[@SailingSVIndigo]

As always, top notch story telling!

[@vaalsome]

you did it Kirsten! You really did it!! Fantastic!

[@eleanorchapple8772]

Wonderful. Wonderful Kirsten for her amazing talents on the boat work and on the high cold seas! And wonderful Maya for one of the best interviews ever. Ps I bet everyone in PEI is cheering on Kirsten and her beautiful boat.

[@donnakawana]

This literally made me tear up... So amazing, her story is just astounding an so inspiring. Just as I watch you two diligently put love an care into the refit of your vessel. I'm inspired not to give up on my dream... No matter the struggle .. Thanks for the inspiration you show each week. The planning an determination an Lazer like focus both of you put into this vessel...it's exciting to see the end result!! Thanks for sharing your life and the lives of inspiring ppl.. Donna ✌🏼💗😊❣️

[@simonwilson1211]

Well.. What do you know? Woo Hoo! Well done Kirsten, an amazing achievement. I was following Simon Curwen and thought at one point he was gone. but fantastic sailing, luck and determination won. Congratulations!!

[@Kathleensailorgirl]

Amazing video, Kirsten has already accomplished so much⛵️⛵️ thanks for sharing her story 👏👏👍👍⛵️⛵️⛵️😊

[@christinehammell6365]

Listened to this for the second time. So excited for the end of the race. I've followed Kirsten and Minnehaha since the beginning because of your introduction . They're amazing .

[@RudixSA]

Wow, great episode. Thanks for bringing Kirsten to my attention, since she is from South Africa I am going to follow her and will be rooting for her in the race. Nice "meeting" you Kirsten! Always looking forward to a Magic Carpet episode, missed you guys last week!

[@treehuggingmusician595]

Kirsten's story is fascinating. I am in awe. I just can't imagine having that kind of skill and fearlessness.

[@kennethhammond6683]

Really enjoyed this episode, having had a long interest in solo navigation since the days of Robin Knox Johnson, Chichester and other feats of solo seamanship, I intend to keenly follow Kirsten's voyage, thanks for the heads up.

[@truman42746]

Great video! I hope she wins the race! Wouldn't it be great to have her on Magic Carpet II some day!

[@ed_richards47]

That's one amazing lady. I hope she wins the race. Thank you for sharing.

[@kelvinsmallwood6315]

Another great interview with Kirsten. Beautiful scenery & dangerous seas.

[@roscoemack3028]

Hey guys, so Kirsten actually won the race. Never knew who she was until she won. Back to your channel thank you for you inspiration and showing the hard work you put into magic carpet. I am excited to see the magic carpet gets launched and grace the oceans with her beauty. Thanks soo much Roscoe from South Africa.

[@geraldhinson]

I watched the entire GGR and somehow did not find this excellent video until after Kirsten won it. Really enjoyed this.

[@cruisingholiday4996]

What a brave and fearless woman, Bravo !!!

[@kayeman001]

"Table Mountain rising in all its glory out of the ocean" Shoo, made me all emotional and miss home so much

[@bertieb9510]

Loved the video. I followed the first edition of the GGR and was looking forward to the 2022 one. Having watched this video on her preparation and knowing she is sailing a Cape George, Kirsten will definitely now be the competitor I will be rooting for. And I do believe with reasonable luck she stands a very good chance. Go for it Kirsten.

[@philipclements8927]

Hear hear - she has my vote...

[@waynerudiger1756]

Another great story about solo circumnavigation racing. I really enjoyed the Duracell story. This is even more interesting being it's on a CG36 skippered by an amazingly talented and brave woman, and we still have the race to look forward to Thanks for sharing these stories.

[@sailingsitka]

Wow , this was a privilege to watch. Amazing interview and what an awe inspiring woman. Bravo

[@keebearfull]

Great interview! An amazing story in the making. Go Kirsten! Sail Strong!

[@norman4991]

what an amazing story you have given us! thank you and all the best to Kirsten

[@SkylersRants]

What an inspiring story. I think I will enjoy following her adventures as well as yours. Thanks!

[@williamfennell8175]

A wonderful story! Thank you all

[@ednabohmer3507]

Well done!!! Proudly South African.

[@somadevo]

This is absolutely an incredible episode! What a special connection! I certainly look forward to her adventure. Highest Blessings

[@johnbrown-cn8uh]

Fantastic episode ,great interview, loved it. Kirsten is one lady with a lot of guts and fortitude, I really like her get things done attitude and wish her all the best in this race. Following her journey going forward.

[@barrybaker3195]

Thank you for introducing me to Kirsten Neushafer and her story. We have been following the GGR since then and have enjoyed all we have seen and heard, including of course the amazing rescue of Tapio and then returning to racing. We wish the best in your adventures and hope to see you out of the waters of the Salish Sea. All the best!

[@kenknight4560]

All I can say is WOW, what a story, what a boat and what a sailor this women is! Very impressive.

[@Tomm9y]

A most interesting video, and being from fellow Cape George owners and re-builders, makes it very relevant. Kirsten's view of responsibility for others v sailing solo is good to hear.

[@RickMentore]

A most inspirational person, a truly inspirational story! I wish her the very best. Looks like you guys picked a winning boat, thanks for featuring Kirsten!

[@markgallagher1376]

Great little documentary, Mya. I will be following her journey.

[@kensmith3257]

The Cape George boat is unbelievably safe and very comfortable under sail. Great choice.

[@whitneylake2107]

Fantastic ! Bon voyage, Kirsten !

[@kengeneer4555]

Great story …. Great storytelling!

[@robertmiller3987]

Just watched for a third or fourth time. Great interview.

[@jamescrego5904]

Maya, so looking forward to next Friday and all of your updates on Magic Carpet! Well done vedio Maya!⛵🇺🇸

[@emlynjay8633]

Outstanding achievement of Kirsten and no greater validation of the Cape George design.

[@Valerie_Dawn]

Thank you Maya for another brilliant interview. Now that is one adventurous woman! I will be following her website for sure.

[@rimasmeleshyus9486]

Kirsten Neuschafer one of the best sailor in the world 🌎 no another close sailor .Solo sailing around the world ⛵️ 🌎 the most advanced and so impressive. I was watching every video and posted on my Facebook page and send my friends around the world. Singlehandedly the most difficult, even Caoe Horn the crossing..Thanks for sharing Greetings from Hawaii islands 🏝 My plan to sail nonstop in 2024 to Cape Horn.

[@locksnkeys]

Singularly the most inspiring video I have watched in a long time. Great storytelling!

[@danielswords3969]

Thank you for this.

[@vadmal5210]

Nice! A new angle of your sailing preparations. Thank U!

[@jessejames9854]

Awesome episode guys love your channel love the fact that a young couple are so passionate about their hobby, dream shit it's your guys life !! And gotta give it to Aladino bro ur an amazing and really knowledgeable boat builder I would say I guess it is because ur are Definitely way more than a boat mechanic that b an insult. You were taught well my man !!!

[@ClassicYachtTV]

Great video. Well done Eddie, good luck Kirsten.

[@SAILS149]

How did I miss this before? What a great interview and she recently just finished the race and she won! First woman to win a solo round the world race , non stop . In a cape GEORGE 36 Wow. I hope you get to do a follow up interview when she has some time from all her unexpected media demands. Cheers Warren

[@mattreinker8445]

Yea! We got to see some sailing. More please.

[@thomastaylor6991]

What a great thing you are doing for this racer. Impressive.

[@polderfischer8565]

That is a amazing story about an amazing woman! Thanks for that film! I wish her luck and steady winds and power for you both to finish your cape boat!

[@psystealth]

Good on you for showing Kirsten's boat and upcoming GGR. Go Kirsten !!

[@SailingforGood]

Wow. You guys. Maya and Aladino! This is the FIRST Sailing Magic Carpet episode I have found. What a great presentation of some really fantastic stuff! Y'all just earned another fan for life! :) Love your work and thanks for sharing Kirsten's story. What an epic human she is! SUCH an inspiration! Keep on making your videos. This was wonderful. Fair winds to you, my fellow sailors! Cheers, Tommy

[@kenhughes3434]

A superb distraction from the boat build. Although I am feeling the withdrawal symptoms from my virtual addition to epoxy, fibre glass and marine ply, so i look forward to more fixing and more fiddling. Thank you, Ken.

[@chrisyarnold6205]

What you are now rebuilding is a Golden Globe winning design of boat, because she really did give it her best shot!

[@corryvisser6679]

What a great episode, I wish her all the best on her solo attempt and will follow her on her journey here from Cape Town 😀

[@wilhelmdutoit3934]

Kirsten jy is n merkwaardige vrou. Jys my hero

[@marciamaciasgarcia7550]

what a fantastic story,thank you so much for putting together this amazing video.

[@laurenceholden]

Beautifully presented!

[@svDeccan]

Waw Maya thank you this interview, now I have watched properly. Nice editing work there

[@stanmoderate4460]

Brave lady, lovely story. Bon voyage in the GGR

[@kurtgauss5572]

Wow, an inspiration! Thank you for sharing Kirsten's journey.

[@rgbbs8428]

@erik wiechers, & even more so now that she won the GGR! great video, thx magic carpet II !

[@readmycomment3157]

What a brave and strong woman, wishing her all the best for the race.

[@conradlogan5201]

EXCELLENT !! Thanks for sharing this story so well

[@danknox9986]

Very nice of you to post.

[@Wanderglobe]

AAAAND.....she won! Awesome. She's amazing.

[@Orson2u]

Love the brief winter star time lapse - Orion and the Dog Star Sirius above pine trees!

[@HonedByJones]

Another great episode. Thank you.

[@beverlyschiffler9649]

I’m going to follow her it’s so exciting! Thank you for highlighting this endeavor.

[@shirleyboy8859]

It looks like you have made the right choice of boat to take you on your future adventures.... Kirsten is a very brave Lady, I wish her well for the race.... I will be watching.... :-))) xx

[@nickbenfell4327]

This is a fascinating race and the Cape George looks quite competitive. I wish her all the luck in the world. One tough lady.

[@kimrevell9419]

I also followed the first GGR and was lucky enough to be in Falmouth when all the boats gathered before the start to race to France. It was so exciting to see them on the dock, not knowing what was in store in such an epic race. I was a race groupie hanging out on the dock getting my cap signed by all the skippers. My favourites were Suzie, Tomy and captain Coconut and Coconut only just finished! The other entrants all have epic stories and adventures. I will be following along again and Kristen will have a cheer squad here! Thanks for the video, you are doing an amazing job.

[@lentongrovetrust5201]

Good luck Kirsten we look forward to following your journey.

[@mikewillis2934]

Good endorsement for your choice of boat. Great video Thanks Mike

[@robertnixon3816]

Really great episode about the most amazing person! I really like this video rolled into your rebuild of MC2. To see this kind of things being done with other Cape Georges gives you confidence and motivation! Carry on!

[@windonwater3895]

What a great video! Thank you for your foresight in realizing what a good sailor Kirsten is. With her win of the 2022 GGR, she will undoubtedly be in the history books on par with women like Amelia Earhart. I'm glad you did such a nice job with the video since I'm sure it will be watched many times over now that Kirsten has won.

[@NewSkiwi]

Wow! What an intrepid sailor! I will be following her race for sure.