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What this video covers

A solo sailor aboard an ETAC 38 navigates from a coastal anchorage to Sal Rei, Boa Vista, in the Cape Verde islands. The transit occurs in foggy conditions with light winds, requiring engine assistance to maintain a schedule and avoid arriving after dark.0:50 During the passage, the sailor encounters a large dolphin and manages the boat under autopilot while performing deck tasks, noting the danger of working on deck without a life jacket in open water.10:20 Upon arrival in Sal Rei, the sailor initially anchors in 5 meters of water with 22 meters of chain near rocky hazards and surf.15:21 After coordinating with a local mooring provider named Zélyto, the vessel relocates to a more secure sandy area to prepare for an incoming weather system forecast to bring 25 to 30 knots of wind.17:32 The sailor deploys 50 meters of chain to ensure holding and plans to clear customs and explore the town the following day.17:41

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