Sailing The Arctic: The Preparation of An Extraordinary Expedition
22 de diciembre de 2024 · 15 min · 3K visitas · Gaspé, Quebec
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Axel, host of the ArcticStern Ocean Sailing channel, prepares for a high-latitude expedition from Roscoff, France, to the Arctic Circle in Norway.0:43 The crew will sail *Lifesong*, a 68-foot aluminum Garcia monocoque built in 1997, which features four double cabins, independent heating, and a centralized navigation station.11:26 The vessel was previously refitted by owners Christophe and Emma following damage from Hurricane Irma.11:33 The expedition itinerary spans two stages: a 12-day transit through the English Channel, Irish Sea, and North Sea to Florø, Norway, followed by a second leg navigating Norwegian fjords beyond the 67th parallel.2:10 Preparations include provisioning for eight people for four weeks, a full rig inspection, and the installation of four mooring reels for stern-to "Patagonian" anchoring.12:51 Axel, transitioning from tropical sailing, outfits himself with merino wool base layers, down insulation, and waterproof outer shells to manage sub-zero temperatures.4:30 The crew departs Roscoff on February 10 with five additional team members.14:11
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