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A solo sailor aboard an Etac 38 performs a hull and anchor inspection while anchored in Cape Verde.▶ 30:17 Diving the site, the sailor confirms the anchor is fully buried in the sandy bottom, noting the effectiveness of the ground tackle despite local conditions.▶ 29:55 The vessel’s Beta Marine engine is reported to be reliable, with no mechanical issues after 10 months of navigation.▶ 25:07 Maintenance tasks include repainting anchor chain markings and cleaning the dinghy.▶ 7:06 The sailor notes that diesel fuel in the local port is tax-free for boats, costing approximately 0.94€ per liter.▶ 17:41 Preparations are underway for a 30-nautical-mile solo passage to Boa Vista, with the sailor planning to motor or use the genoa depending on wind conditions, which currently fluctuate between 15 and 25 knots.▶ 20:56 The sailor also documents local infrastructure, noting the contrast between tourist areas and the industrial, underdeveloped sections of the town.▶ 5:44

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