Sailing Into Oblivion · video

What this video covers

Jerome Rand prepares for a solo, non-stop circumnavigation aboard his boat, Into Oblivion. He spends six months testing and repairing systems to ensure reliability, including replacing 3,000 feet of line and troubleshooting engine issues after relaunching.1:34 The planned 280-day route follows the westerlies through the Southern Ocean, passing south of Australia, Tasmania, Stewart Island, and Cape Horn before heading north past the Bitter End Yacht Club and Bermuda.2:13 Rand maintains an average speed of five to five-and-a-half knots, navigating around the central calm patches of the ocean currents.2:07 He prioritizes the experience of a solo, non-stop voyage over setting speed records or proving sailing ability.5:02 The final preparations involve resolving last-minute mechanical failures and stocking supplies for the extended period of isolation.3:52

Boats in this video

More from Sailing Into Oblivion

Matt Rurtherford Returns to the Show, EP#429 with Atlantic Waves background LoopMay 2026@Sailing With Phoenix | Oliver returns to the show!May 2026Sailing Into Oblivion Podcast EP#422 Offshore Recordings with Background Sailing View LoopMay 2026Sailing Adventures with Brendan and Chanell, EP#421Apr 2026

From Sailing Into Oblivion — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analysed video.

The Sailing Directory Newsletter

One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.