The Atlas Obscura Podcast

Circling The Great Loop on a JetSki

Dec 10, 2024
Mike Straub, a software engineer and adventurer, shares his incredible 6,000-mile journey on a Jet Ski around the Great Loop. He reveals the extensive planning and emotional preparations behind this solo expedition, emphasizing the beauty and challenges of navigating open waters. Mike discusses the invaluable support from the community he encountered along the way, illustrating the camaraderie among travelers. He reflects on the freedom of disconnecting from modern life and his ongoing mission to document this epic adventure through his book and YouTube channel.
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