Pär Nyman Plans to Leave TODAY! 🇸🇪⛵ | Latest GGR 2026 Update
8 September 2026 · 3 min · 10K views
What this video covers
Pär Nyman prepares his OE32, Lazy Otter, for departure while addressing mechanical issues with the rudder assembly and rigging. During maintenance, Nyman discovered two corroded bolts on the rudder hinge, one of which sheared off during removal.0:06 After replacing the bolts, the assembly exhibited misalignment and increased play, which Nyman attributed to missing washers within the hinge mechanism.1:01 He consulted with team members Jean-Luc and Daniel, a retired GGR expert, who concluded the rudder remains structurally sound for the upcoming voyage, noting that the Hydrovane will lock the rudder in place for much of the transit.1:17 Additionally, Nyman lost a critical backstay adapter sleeve overboard shortly before his planned departure.2:09 He is currently sourcing a replacement part and finalizing provisioning with his daughter and team manager.2:22 Nyman intends to depart the following day, pending the arrival of the backstay component and completion of food stores.2:33
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