Andre M Homem de Mello · video

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Andre M Homem de Mello transits the Cape of Good Hope on November 4, encountering 36-knot sustained winds and 5-meter confused seas.11:21 During the passage, the boat experiences gusts up to 46 knots, necessitating the use of three reefs in the mainsail and a partially furled genoa.0:37 The vessel maintains speeds between 7 and 10 knots while navigating a complex sea state created by converging swells from the west and south.12:32 Following the storm, the boat enters the Indian Ocean, marking the start of the second leg of a 7,000-mile voyage toward New Zealand.23:28 The sailor manages onboard systems from the cabin, utilizing an Iridium satellite phone for communication and a homemade rainwater collection system to conserve fuel for the heater.20:17 After 35 days at sea, the vessel faces alternating periods of heavy weather and doldrums, requiring careful fuel management to extend range.23:36 The experience confirms that managing sail plan and reefing configurations is critical for maintaining control in the chaotic, multi-directional seas characteristic of the Southern Ocean.

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