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The sailboat Mathilde, a 1976 vessel, features a custom-built, waterproof forward hatch and a navigation station designed to accommodate a laptop and minimal paper charts.17:23 The owner relies primarily on a mobile phone for GPS and GRIB file navigation, having previously completed a four-month circumnavigation of England using only digital charts.18:28 The cabin layout includes a portside settee berth and a dedicated sleeping area for children, with heating provided by a paraffin stove rather than propane.21:51 The boat is maintained in high-condition, with all interior storage organised and stowed to maximise space in the small cabin.13:51 The owner cites Roger Taylor, a solo sailor known for junk-rigged voyages, as a primary inspiration for long-distance, self-sufficient sailing.11:11

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