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Sinomar Godois Tavares and Edivane undergo their first sail training session with an instructor to learn how to deploy and manage the Genoa.0:34 The six-hour session, conducted from 13:00 to 19:00, focuses on the mechanics of the manual Genoa furler and the importance of maintaining sail trim to prevent the sails from luffing and tearing in intermittent wind gusts.0:37 The instructor emphasizes steering techniques, instructing Edivane to maintain a fixed visual reference point rather than fixating on the helm.2:13 The crew practices the sequence of releasing the furling line, taking two wraps on the winch, and tensioning the sheet to unfurl the sail.3:27 They also learn to manage the boat's heel, which causes significant movement of unsecured items in the galley.1:17 The training concludes with the crew physically exhausted and sore from the manual labor required to handle the rigging.5:07 Proper sail trim and consistent steering are essential to prevent sail damage and maintain control during gusty conditions.

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