GGR 2026 — The race — 2026-09-20 06:00-12:00
20 September 2026 · 6h 0m · 4K views · Cap Blanc, Mauritania
What this video covers
A solo sailor competing in the Golden Globe Race maintains a heading of 230 degrees at approximately 5.5 knots while navigating around the African coastline toward a waypoint near Cap Blanc.1:06 To avoid shallow water and heavy fishing traffic, the sailor maintains a 30-mile buffer from the shore, planning to clear the headland within two days before turning toward Trindade Island.3:51 The vessel, a boat previously owned by Graham Dalton, lacks modern amenities like refrigeration or internal steering, relying instead on a Hydrovane for self-steering.1:49:38 The sailor reports consistent wind conditions and uses a Simrad tiller pilot for light-wind maneuvers, noting that Simrad units prove more durable in wet conditions than Raymarine alternatives.1:12:03 Solar power management involves three panels, including a robust port-side installation, to support essential electronics and lighting.1:14:57 The sailor emphasizes the importance of redundant systems and structural maintenance, citing past experiences with gear failure in the Mini Globe Race.1:03:44
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