Noob solo sailor thinks he will sail around the world??Practicing on the notorious Columbia. Part 1
8 Δεκεμβρίου 2024 · 15 λεπτά · 14K προβολές · Columbia River
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The owner of a Compact 33 sailboat performs a monthly overnight anchoring trip to maintain proficiency and balance boat maintenance with active sailing.1:03 During a previous solo passage on a river in 40-knot winds, the windlass gypsy spun off, causing the rode to pay out rapidly; the sailor successfully regained control by applying foot pressure to the gypsy to restore traction.1:58 For the current outing, the sailor installs a $13 tractor-sourced engine shut-off switch, which requires custom mounting with mismatched hardware due to size discrepancies.3:48 The vessel, hull number four of ten, features an encapsulated keel but lacks the protected rudder found on competing Island Packet models.12:11 While preparing for a light-wind session on the river, the sailor notes the difficulty of keeping the boat clean due to soot from a nearby airport.11:24 The trip serves as a practice session for solo sailing, emphasizing the importance of regular anchoring practice to troubleshoot gear and build experience.1:41
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