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Back to EpisodesOff Course, On Purpose: How Sailing with Phoenix Is Capturing Hearts and Leaving Swell Enough Alone
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On today’s Up+Adam, we spotlight the incredible voyage of Oliver Widger (aka Sailing with Phoenix), a 29-year-old from Oregon who left his corporate job, bought a used boat, and set sail - solo - to Hawaii. Diagnosed with a rare spinal condition that could one day leave him paralyzed, Oliver decided to stop waiting and start moving. With no offshore experience and only his cat Phoenix for company, he’s now capturing the hearts of thousands online as he documents every challenge, every sunrise, and every brutally honest moment from the open ocean.
Have you heard about this guy? He’s awkward, he’s honest, and he’s doing something most of us only dream about. You can track his progress in real time, drop into his Instagram updates, or support the mission on GoFundMe. This isn’t just about sailing—it’s about bravery, vulnerability, and what it looks like to stop waiting for perfect conditions and just go.
Links:
- Instagram: @sailing_with_phoenix
- PredictWind Tracker: Live GPS Map
- MarineTraffic: AIS Vessel Info
- GoFundMe: Help Make a Dream Come True
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