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Sven Yrvind, an 86-year-old sailor, is refitting a 5.4-meter (18-foot) boat for a solo circumnavigation from Sweden to New Zealand.Watch The vessel, a design he developed with naval architect Rolf Liasson, features a narrow, timber-like hull designed for self-righting stability.1:05 Yrvind plans to sail south through the Atlantic, pass south of Africa and Australia, and reach Dunedin, New Zealand, before returning to Sweden.4:08 The boat utilizes a seventh-generation, watertight ventilation system that prevents water ingress during knockdowns.14:08 Propulsion comes from three balanced lug sails on flexible fiberglass masts, which Yrvind prefers over modern triangular rigs for their safety and ease of handling during jibes.15:45 For communication and safety, he carries a Garmin inReach device for text messaging and an AIS transponder to track nearby shipping.18:12 He stores enough water and food—primarily sardines, egg powder, and almond flour—for 120-day legs.18:44 Yrvind maintains his physical fitness through daily exercise and a strict diet to prepare for the long-duration, solo voyage.8:00

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