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Erik Aanderaa, creator of the "No Bullshit Just Sailing" channel, details the refit and solo-sailing configuration of his 1976 Contessa 35, *Tessi*.0:08 The 6.5-ton vessel features a 3-ton ballast, providing a stable platform for solo offshore passages.1:15 Aanderaa has replaced nearly all original equipment since 2004, including the engine, electronics, and sail inventory.2:12 His current setup prioritizes simplicity and ease of handling, utilizing a solent rig with a furling jib and a genoa for varied wind conditions.5:55 The cockpit includes a Watt & Sea hydrogenerator for power, supplemented by a Raymarine linear-drive autopilot.12:46 For navigation and monitoring, the boat carries two Raymarine Axiom 9 Pro hybrid-touch displays and an Oscar collision-avoidance system with mast-mounted cameras.19:18 Aanderaa maintains a manual reefing system at the mast, arguing that it keeps the cockpit clear of lines.8:55 The interior features a pilot berth and a custom-designed heating system.22:13 Aanderaa emphasizes that his gear choices are driven by the specific demands of solo sailing, where reliability and system redundancy are critical.

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