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Christophe takes his amateur-built sailboat out for a three-hour solo excursion in the rade de Toulon, France, on December 13.1:10 With negligible wind, he relies primarily on the engine to navigate the harbor, noting that the boat lacks an autopilot.6:26 He keeps only a jib rigged for the outing, leaving the mainsail stowed.5:19 During the trip, he observes local ferry traffic and considers navigating a narrow passage near the harbor entrance, though he decides against it without a second person on board to assist with depth monitoring.6:48 The boat, which is currently for sale, features recently finished handrails treated with three coats of lazure.9:35 He also highlights a new solar-powered LED lighting installation along the lifelines intended to improve deck visibility and ambiance.15:01 The outing concludes with a return to his temporary slip in the port.

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