Serge Testa: The Man Who Circled the World in an 11-Foot Boat

07/11/2025 36 min Episodio 45
Serge Testa: The Man Who Circled the World in an 11-Foot Boat

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Send us a textIn this special episode, we talk with Serge Testa, the Australian sailor who set a world record by circumnavigating the globe in an 11-foot boat — the Acrohc Australis. Serge shares how he designed and built his tiny aluminum yacht, what life was like during his 500-day voyage, and the lessons learned from years at sea.We also hear from his wife, Robin, who offers her candid perspective on the man behind the record — a true doer who fixes problems as they come and keeps moving forward.Serge also tells us what came after the Acrohc Australis — including building bigger boats, new adventures, and why small-boat sailing still holds a special place in his heart.A timeless conversation with a sailor whose story continues to inspire adventurers around the world. 🌊-----------------------------------------------------Join the conversation: Facebook group Mailing list PatreonMore at: www.nanocruising.comSeas Your Own Adventure 🌊⛵

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