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The video is too fragmentary and garbled to extract reliable technical or narrative detail. Vlad sails Mirage and tests two downwind sails — a Code 0 and a gennaker — in light wind conditions.3:04 A tack or gybe maneuver is attempted and observed from the cockpit.3:30 One sail is described as a "pro furl" or furling model, noted as an upgrade over a previous version.3:04 A speed of 7.7 to 8 knots is reported, described as a full success.6:40 The gennaker draws an enthusiastic reaction on deployment.5:02 Brief references appear to a November 24 start date and tuning adjustments, but context is unclear.6:20 No boat length, sail dimensions, wind speed, or specific water location is given in this video.

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