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Women sailing
I''m a guy, sorry, I have to respond anyway. The answer to your question, in my opinion, is not gender requirements but having the required knowledge and body strength is very necessary. Typically the ladies are more of the attitide to "let the man do it" and therefore don''t learn basic electronics, mechanics, seamanship, navigation, safety, maintenance, general "how things work" issues. There''s nothing to stop you from acquiring these skills (imperative if you don''t already possess them!!!!) for a successful voyage. Many women have gone to sea solo as well as total women crew for an around the world race. Remember, when you''re out there miles from shore, YOU are the best mechanic on board and you need to know how to maintain it and fix it when it breaks. Gaining knowledge and experience takes time, I''ve sailed for 25 years and continue to learn something new with each cruise.
You can do it, no man required!!!
Cruising is going to be the most wonderfully and terrifying bit of fun you''ll have. :^)
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