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The Dutchman Who Swapped Amsterdam for a Sailboat in Brazil 7 Years Ago
7 de agosto de 2026 · 7 min · Iate Clube, Porto Alegre
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Adriano Plotzky performs maintenance on his autopilot system in Porto Alegre, Brazil, after the electronic compass fails.0:02 He replaces the compass, but the autopilot control unit subsequently malfunctions due to water ingress.0:51 He removes the unit to attempt repairs, finding the internal components saturated.6:48 Alongside these technical repairs, Plotzky visits the Yacht Club Guaíba to meet Ian, a Dutch sailor living aboard a Van der Stad 32 named Jamba Luce 3.1:23 Ian explains his transition from a career as a merchant marine officer on cargo ships to life in Brazil, citing the climate as a primary motivation for leaving the Netherlands.3:21 Ian keeps his dog, Nuska, on board, noting the boat's shallow draft makes it well-suited for the local waters of Rio Grande do Sul.1:33 The discussion touches on regional sailing destinations, including Capão da Lanche and the Roncador area.6:21
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