Episode 6

Kirsten Neuschäfer - Winner of the 2022/23 Golden Globe Race

Published on: 15th March, 2024

The Boat Geeks #6 - Kirsten Neuschäfer (South African Sailor, Cyclist, Adventurer)

Recorded 03.09.24

Recorded aboard their floating studio in Port Townsend, WA, in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, your hosts Darren and Daeron take a deep dive into the world of boating.

In this episode The Boat Geeks welcome Kirsten Neuschäfer, history-making Sailor and Adventurer. Kirsten was the Winner of the 2022/23 Golden Globe Race, the first woman to complete the GRR, the first woman to win the GRR, the first woman to win ANY round the world race by the 3 great capes, and the first South African sailor ever to win an around the world event. Wow! Also, she's a really great person with a very interesting story. Enjoy!

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Find out more about Kirsten: https://kirstenggr.com

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Recorded aboard their floating studio in Port Townsend, WA, in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, your hosts Darren and Daeron take a deep dive into the world of boating on The Boat Geeks podcast.
Two average boat geeks, who, fueled by their deep passion for boats, spent 5 years planning and dreaming up The Boat Geeks. Their podcast is a haven for boating enthusiasts, bringing you engaging conversations with authors, technology gurus, maritime and industry experts, and a diverse array of fellow geeks who share their love for the vast world of boats.

Recorded aboard their floating studio in Port Townsend, WA, in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, your hosts Darren and Daeron take a deep dive into the world of boating on The Boat Geeks podcast.

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