Lin Pardey
Lin Pardey (aka Mary Lin Pardey) is famous internationally for her expertise and experience in small boat sailing. Together with her husband Larry Pardey she has been sailing and writing for many years.
Lin's (& Larry's) sailing records speak for themselves:
Smallest boat to have circumnavigated contrary to the prevailing winds around all the great southern capes
Only couple to have circumnavigated both east-about and west about on boats they built them selves, using traditional means of navigation and having no engine.
Their awards tell about their dedication to the world and spirit of ocean cruising:
Ocean Cruising Club Award - for contributions to Seamanship for small boat sailing. Presented to Lin Pardey 1996.
Geoff Pac Memorial Award- to b
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