On the Wind Sailing

Lydia Mullan // Seamanship & the Sinking of Alliance

Aug 20, 2024
Lydia Mullan, a skilled sailor and managing editor at Sail Magazine, shares her gripping experiences from the Newport-Bermuda race, where her vessel Alliance struck an object and sank. She details the emotional rollercoaster during the rescue operation and her multifaceted career in sailing journalism. Lydia discusses the challenges of being a lead bow person and the importance of responsible storytelling in sailing media. She also reflects on the camaraderie among crew members that proved vital during the harrowing emergency at sea.
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