Get Real, Get Gone: How to Become a Modern Sea Gypsy and Sail Away Forever…

Written by Rick Page

Narrated by Liam Gerrard

The idea that you have to be rich to travel the world on your own yacht is so universal that it goes largely unquestioned. The ubiquitous images of rich men on super-yachts sipping Martinis only help cement this image. This book hopes to change all that.

Rick's recent appearance on Ben Fogle's New Lives in the Wild chronicled his budget lifestyle and adventures aboard Calypso, and introduced the idea of budget sailing to a whole new audience-an audience who may have never considered the possibility that such a dream could be made a reality, on such a small amount of money. This book is for them and for any experienced sailors who want to cast off the yoke of consumerist yachting and get back to what really matters at sea.

If you are not rich, but dream of seeing our beautiful world from the deck of your own boat, this book is packed full of practical and spiritual advice to help you cut through the endless marketing and identify what it is you truly need to become a modern sea gypsy and sail away on the greatest adventure of your life . . .

Photos and diagrams referenced in this audiobook can be found on sailingcalypso.com.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tantor Media, Inc
• Release date: Apr 6, 2021
• ISBN: 9781705267844

Reviews for Get Real, Get Gone

[Richard Cook · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Really enjoyed this book, its practical and humorous, and very well narrated. Thanks!

[Michael Williams · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very down to earth advice for economical sailors who tend to be do-it-yourself type people. Humorous, practical, and well narrated.

[Joe Tennis · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What a fun read! All very practical advice, and that’s coming from someone who already know most of it. What makes it so enjoyable is Rick’s unassuming, low-ego presentation, and his thing it to the attitude of a relaxed Gypsy lifestyle.

He covers a lot of territory, from anchors to refrigeration, and gives good references for things he doesn’t go into great detail on, like mechanics and electrics.

All together a pleasant and informative listen!