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A 900-mile passage from the Canary Islands to Mindelo, Cape Verde, takes 10.5 days aboard the 38-ft Nova Vita, characterized by persistent light winds and significant rolling.17:12 The crew experiences 33 hours of motoring due to wind speeds rarely exceeding 12 knots, forcing them to experiment with various sail configurations, including head-sail-only downwind sailing.7:38 Sahara dust accumulation on solar panels necessitates frequent cleaning to maintain energy production.2:37 Approaching Mindelo, the crew uses a jiggle siphon to transfer diesel from 20-liter jerry cans to the main tank as fuel levels approach zero.15:58 Upon arrival, the crew anchors outside the Mindelo marina, where dinghy dock access costs 4 euros per day.20:09 Customs and immigration procedures require visiting the Policia de Frontera to surrender ship papers and immigration officials to stamp passports.20:45 The town offers well-stocked supermarkets, a fruit and vegetable market, and a fish market for provisioning.21:43 The passage proves frustrating due to inconsistent wind and uncomfortable sea states, though the anchorage at Mindelo provides a calm, secure base for preparing for an Atlantic crossing.

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