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A crew of four departs Gambia for a transatlantic passage to Brazil, navigating through heavy commercial and fishing traffic before reaching the open ocean.2:12 The vessel, operated by Thilo and Leonie with guests Georg and Sebastian, maintains a three-hour watch rotation to manage the 3,000-kilometer journey. During the initial days, the crew encounters light winds and moderate seas, transitioning to a broad reach that allows for a "butterfly" sail configuration with the genoa poled out.37:42 The team utilizes the SELY eSIM app to manage data connectivity for their arrival in South America.14:59 Despite the routine, members experience intermittent seasickness and fatigue, exacerbated by the challenges of cooking and drone operation in rolling conditions.13:19 As they progress toward the doldrums, the crew prepares for potential light winds, heat, and squalls characteristic of the Intertropical Convergence Zone.35:01 The passage serves as a significant endurance test, requiring careful energy management and adaptation to life on a moving platform.

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