GGR 2026 — The race — 2026-09-08 06:00-12:00
8 de septiembre de 2026 · 6h 0m · 3K visitas · Bay of Biscay
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A solo sailor competing in the Golden Globe Race navigates the Bay of Biscay while beating into 28-knot headwinds and heavy seas.2:31:34 To manage the conditions, the sailor maintains a double-reefed mainsail, a reefed staysail, and a small portion of the genoa to balance the boat.8:47 Frequent waves washing over the deck necessitate keeping the galley hatch tightly secured to prevent water ingress below.9:41 The sailor monitors weather patterns using a barometer and records course changes on a cockpit whiteboard before transferring them to a main log.57:29 Despite the challenging upwind conditions, the boat maintains a steady course, with the sailor utilizing a wind vane for self-steering and a solar panel to maintain battery levels.56:28 The sailor notes the difficulty of maintaining speed while close-hauled and anticipates a wind shift that will allow for a more favorable heading toward Cape Finisterre.1:19:41 The experience highlights the physical demands of long-distance solo racing and the necessity of proper sail configuration in adverse weather.
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