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Explore Norths podcastAuthor: Jon Amtrup
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Etienne goes purple around the world
Episode 201
Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
Etienne Messikommer is following in the wake of his heroes when he starts in the Golden Globe Race 2026 in September. We met Swiss and his very colorful boat in Brest, France, where he is making the final preparations. We talked about his sailing heroes, his passion for sailing, strugle for sponsorship, and, of course, his drive to sail around the world solo and nonstop. You can read more about him and follow him on ATN_Globe Facebook and ATN_Globe Instagram.You can follow his sailing escapades on YBtracker. And you should. We have just released our Arctic Sailing Program, and it starts in mid October with sailing with Whales and Northern Lights above 70 degrees North. Come join us for an experience you will never forget. I have just released the book The art of hanging by the hook - practical advice on how to anchor. Kindle or print. Your decision. Just buy it and learn how to sleep safely at anchor in wild places. If you are interested in High Latitude Sailing, I have written a book by the same title together with Bob Shepton. You can buy High Latitude Sailing on Amazon. Keen on sailing the Norwegian coast? You should be. Read Sail the Norwegian Coast: How and Why you should sail the most beautiful coast in the world – Kindle edition.
