Spike Reid, male, 41
Ref 49032
| Nationality: | United Kingdom |
| Currently based in: | London, United Kingdom |
| Looking for: | Worldwide opportunities |
| Experience: | 0 ocean miles / 1665 coastal miles |
| I am an experienced sailor, International Mountain Leader, adventurer, photographer, and public speaker. I grew up sailing both yachts and dinghies in Plymouth, SW England. Since then I have sailed both long-distance and cruising in the Mediterranean and on the south coast of Britain. I have crossed the Channel and other open waterways numerous times. I worked as a first mate with Gordonstoun International Summer School, sailing in the Scottish Hebrides for several seasons. As part of that role, I was responsible for all cooking on board for a variety of dietary needs. I have circumnavigated the world overland following the 50th parallel, but now I would like to sail more and turn my Yachtmaster aspirations into reality by completing the practical assessment in the next year. (Did the theory years ago.) I have also led smaller expeditions and tours to over 30 countries, ranging from steppe to jungle, desert to High Arctic so I can assist with the logistics if you'd like. | |
| Smoking: | non-smoker |
| Relationship status: | single |
| Dietary requirements: | None |
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| Number of years sailing: | 10+ |
| Sea miles sailed: | Ocean: 0 / Coastal: 1665 |
| Nights at sea: | 11-49 |
| I have experience as: | Watch Leader |
| Sailing Skills | Experienced I have done this many times and am confident to help others less experienced. I am happy doing this day |
Competent I am competent doing this in daylight, or if there is someone more experienced with me |
Basic I have only done this a few times, but I am willing to learn |
None I have not done this before |
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| Steer a compass course |  | |||
| Keep lookout/watch-keeping | | |||
| Trimming sails – mainsail and foresail/jib | | |||
| Reefing | | |||
| Working the foredeck – setting sails including spinnakers and cruising chutes | | |||
| Navigating with GPS and paper charts at sea | | |||
| Anchoring and handling anchors | | |||
| Cooking at sea | | |||
| Using dinghies with outboard motors | | |||
| Heaving-to and other heavy weather tactics | |
Other nautical or cruising skills |
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| Using VHF radio | |
Other nautical or relevant qualifications |
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| Qualification | Awarding | Level | Year |
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| Yachtmaster Theory | RYA | 2000 | |
