
America's Great Loop Cruisers' Association brings you this weekly podcast providing information and inspiration to help you plan your own Great Loop adventure.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 625 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Places & TravelHobbiesLeisureSociety & Culture | |||

Cruising the inland rivers in 2026 will require some extra planning. In this episode of Great Loop Radio, the Home Port Crew breaks down several closures and service changes that could affect Loopers traveling through the region. We cover the closure... more
Gold Loopers Bob and Cheryl Gilmore share the story of their Great Loop aboard Silver Lining, a Beneteau Swift Trawler 34. With their boating experience previously limited to a freshwater lake, they explain how they prepared for the journey, chose th... more
Cruising through downtown Chicago is one of the most memorable experiences on the Great Loop! In this episode of Great Loop Radio, Mark Stevens, General Manager of Navy Pier Marina, joins us to share everything Loopers need to know about visiting the... more
Jacque and Tsali Bentley are back for Part 2 of our Great Debates on route choices! This time, we’re tackling more of the decisions Loopers face along the way—from how to cross the Gulf and which side of Lake Michigan to cruise, to navigating New Yor... more
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The hostess is well informed and keeps to schedule. Even more importantly, she keeps the show guests on topic and on schedule. Only gripe is audio level management. The call in guests are very quiet, the interviewer is normal, and the intro and fade out music is deafening. Keep up the good work and add a mixing board.
The info on this show is excellent but certain ‘guests’ audio is not at the same level as the host so we find ourselves constantly adjusting the volume or just skipping that ep.
I love the content. Last time I listened the audio quality was very ‘AM’
Lots of good useful information. The presenters are usually well informed and interesting. A must for anyone planning to do the Great Loop cruise. The podcast could benefit greatly from more professional production techniques. The sound quality is far below the level of other podcasts. The presenters are often left to ramble with no guidance from hosts. Something more scripted would allow a more coherent presentation. Also there are too many "hosts" who often interrupt each other and there guest... more
An essential link to anything a looper needs to know. Joining the group has been a phenomenal source of real time navigation and resources
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A practical, route-focused program about planning and executing the Great Loop, with a strong emphasis on route options, timing, and real-world experiences from cruising families, solo voyagers, and expert guests. Episodes cover everything from choosing routes and boat features to crossing borders, Georgian Bay navigation, scheduling events for loopers, and managing logistics like flights, provisioning, and legal/insurance considerations. Unique angles include in-depth debates about boat choices, detailed ride-throughs of specific waterways (Rideau Canal, Trent-Severn, Georgian Bay), and family-centered journeys that highlight how size, speed, and training influence the cruising lifestyle. The show appears to consistently blend authoritativ... more
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Recent guests on Great Loop Radio Podcast include:
1. Bob Gilmore
2. Cheryl Gilmore
3. Mark Stevens
4. Tsali Bentley
5. Jacque Bentley
6. Phil Brown
7. Jenny Brown
8. Dale Anderson
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