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Adriano Plotzky manages fatigue during a solo passage by taking short, 15-minute naps during daylight hours while offshore.Watch He prioritizes sleeping when the boat is in deeper water, far from coastal traffic and fishing vessels, to maintain alertness for the more demanding nighttime watch.0:10 Plotzky notes that the boat’s recent refit has improved his confidence in the vessel’s reliability, as all gear is now properly stowed and secured for sailing against the wind.2:15 He emphasizes the importance of securing loose items in the cabin, noting that large, open-plan interiors on modern boats can be difficult to navigate in rough conditions.3:57 To monitor his progress and weather windows, he secures his iPad to the cabin table for easy viewing while underway.4:22 He maintains a semi-alert state during naps, relying on a recurring alarm to wake him for frequent checks of the boat’s systems and surroundings.4:51

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