Xanthos 3

Experienced sailor and competitive regatta crew with over 18 years of active sailing experience and a strong background in maritime tourism since 1997. Highly proficient in both offshore and inshore tactical racing (IRC1, Sportsboat, Pirat) with a proven track record of victories in prestigious Turkish trophies and coastal marathons. Extensive experience in yacht charter operations, bareboat skippering, and traditional wooden vessel ownership. Sailing & Racing Resume Offshore & Coastal Racing (2008 – Present) 10+ Turkish Naval Forces Cup (Güney Yarışı) Participations: Competed in long-distance non-stop offshore legs from Istanbul to Bozcaada, Çeşme, Bodrum, and Göcek across various sea and weather conditions. Offshore Achievements: Overall Winner (1x): Full Turkish Naval Forces Cup (Güney Yarışı) Champion. Leg Winner (3x): Individual leg champion on Istanbul – Aegean coastal stages. Inshore & Trophy Racing (2008 – Present) Hundreds of Races as an İYK Licensed Sailor: Active participant and licensed sailor competing in major Bosphorus and Marmara trophies organized by Istanbul Sailing Club (İYK) and Turkish Offshore Racing Club (TAYK). Class & Overall Titles: Multiple IRC1 Class Championships and Overall Trophy Victories across major İYK and TAYK organized sailing events in Turkey. One-Design & Small Boat Classes (2019 – Present) Pirat & Sportsboat Classes: Active racing in highly competitive fleet-racing formats, honing tactical decision-making, fast sail-trimming, and dynamic crew communication. Maritime Tourism & Charter Experience Commercial Gulet Owner & Operator (2008 – Present): Owner and manager of a 21-meter traditional wooden gulet based in Bodrum; managing blue cruise charters, crew logistics, vessel operations, and guest hospitality. Maritime Tourism Industry Experience (1997 – Present): Nearly 30 years of hands-on expertise in Turkish blue cruise, maritime hospitality, and charter logistics. Bareboat Skipper (10+ Charters): Skippered over 10 independent weekly bareboat sailing charters across complex Aegean and Mediterranean archipelagos and bays. Key Skills & Competencies Racing Roles: Tactician, Main/Jib Trimmer, Pitman (IRC1 / Sportsboat) Offshore Navigation: Night sailing, passage planning, coastal pilotage, weather route strategy. Vessel Operations: Seamanship, anchoring/mooring in tight bays, charter management.