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Marius Løken and Truls Haug - double winners in this year's Skagen Race

19 May 2023 · 15 min · 375 views · Skagen

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Marius Løken and Truls Haug won the ultra-class and the overall short-handed division in the Skagen Race, finishing just before midnight.0:22 The race featured a new, longer course of approximately 200 nautical miles with two route options based on weather conditions.0:54 The pair sailed from Holmestrand, rounding Tristeinen and Jomfruland before crossing to Grisebåen and finishing in Skagen.1:00 Throughout the race, they navigated varying wind angles and light conditions, utilizing weather routing software to manage tactical decisions.1:21 They maintained a lead over their primary competitor, Huroken, by choosing a southern route to optimize current and wind pressure, particularly near the Swedish coast.7:05 The crew noted that their 44-foot boat’s waterline length provided a speed advantage during the final leg from Lysekil.3:00 Despite the competitive nature of the event, the team emphasized that success relied more on strategic navigation and sail management than on excessive equipment upgrades.12:48 The duo plans to prioritize the upcoming European Championship in Helsingør and next year's World Championship over the Færderseilasen.14:01

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