VINCENT RIOU DECIPHERS THE 2026 GGR: Gonzalo, the Doldrums, and what’s next! 🌊⛵
27 Σεπτεμβρίου 2026 · 20 λεπτά · 795 προβολές
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Damien Guillou’s strategic positioning in the Golden Globe Race centers on a successful exit from the Bay of Biscay and a calculated approach to the Doldrums.1:07 By passing east of the Cape Verde Islands, Guillou leveraged coastal pressure along the African coast and exited near Cap Blanc to avoid the worst of a tropical depression.3:02 Currently positioned at 6° North and 26° West, he is navigating the Doldrums while opting for a western shift to prepare for the South Atlantic and the eventual bypass of the Saint Helena High.5:03 This route avoids the traditional eastern approach, which often requires sailing against the wind or backtracking. While the rest of the fleet remains largely stalled in light winds to his north and northwest, Guillou’s trajectory aims to reach the Southern Hemisphere’s prevailing winds as efficiently as possible.6:21 The primary challenge remains the unpredictable nature of the Doldrums, where localized weather systems can stall even well-positioned boats for extended periods.
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