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A participant in the Golden Globe Race prologue manages technical challenges and navigation while sailing a heavy, wide vessel.4:09:09 The skipper troubleshoots an Ecomax active radar transponder alarm and monitors battery levels, which require frequent engine use for charging.1:11:24 Navigation involves calculating local noon sights using a sextant to determine latitude, with data plotted on paper sheets.3:49:42 The boat features a dual Hydrovane setup, with one unit mounted on the centerline and a spare unit stowed below.3:55:25 To maintain speed and course, the skipper adjusts sail trim by shifting the lead block positions on deck.1:44:30 The crew also manages communication via SSB radio and tracks nearby fishing vessels using AIS.4:10:26 During the passage, the skipper emphasizes the importance of these qualifying events for testing redundant systems, including spare parts and mechanical timers, to identify potential failures before the main race.4:32:13

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