How do I convince my wife that sailing is enjoyable and not just nauseating monotony in the wet and cold and windy nothingness of the sea?

#1 reason people quit my yacht club. The men are the only one using the boats and the wives have no interest.

There are plenty of them. I also look at our women's sailing organization which I support heavily. These women are a rare breed that I like quite a bit.

The problem you have is like my first dog who cannot stand cars or boats. That isnt going to change.

My second dog. (same breed) loves it.

The difference is refreshing.

I have a different problem. I said to my wife of 27 years a few months ago "You know that one of these days I am going to want to sail the world right?"

"Yes" (with that look of resignation on her face)

"Ok, how does that make you feel?"

"I dont know, Lets put it this way. I iike being with you more than I hate the thought of being on a boat in the middle of nowhere"

Now, that statement I am not sure I am comfortable with. I want someone that is excited about it or at least intrigued about it. Going because "She likes being with me" I dont think is a recipie for long term success. So I have a different problem. I dont think my wife cares for it. I think eventually that may end our marriage because I absolutely will be going out there and doing it in the next 5-10 years.

So if she knows that she doesnt like it. Know that you have an uphill battle at least. Maybe she doesnt like it and that is just the way it is. It MAY be. Then you have to decide if you are doing it or not. As far as I know you only get one trip around on this marble and it is important to me to explore it.

sounds like she already knows she doesnt like it.

That is a problem and you know it.

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