Ep 30. Searching for Rigging replacements in a foreign land. Music, the Oodi, Baltic racing
18 de abril de 2025 · 16 min · 537 visitas · Helsinki
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The crew of the Northern Brees discovers three cracked turnbuckles on their cutter-rigged mast while moored in Helsinki, Finland.1:33 Because the original Navtec parts are no longer manufactured, they source two compatible 5/8-inch BSI turnbuckles through a local rigger named Elmar and race organizers.2:52 To secure the remaining two parts, they coordinate a shipment to Tallinn, Estonia, while reinforcing the final cracked D1 shroud with Dyneema line for the 40-mile transit.3:59 During their 10-day stay at the NJK Yacht Club, they observe the Baltic Sea Race, which features 39 vessels ranging from a Volvo Ocean 70 to a Beneteau First 36.8:07 The crew utilizes local resources, including the Oodi library and assistance from race staff, to manage their repairs and logistics.10:59 Replacing critical rigging components requires sourcing compatible alternatives when original manufacturer parts are discontinued.
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