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Notes from the Sea: A Glimpse into the Personal Melodies of Solo Sailing
27 de noviembre de 2023 · 15 min · 12K visitas
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Nike, sailing solo on her boat, maintains a permanent first reef in the mainsail while cruising to increase safety and reduce the time required to shorten sail during sudden squalls.1:54 This practice provides stability when motor-sailing and allows for easier furling of the headsail if wind speeds increase unexpectedly.2:00 During a passage near the Golfo de Fonseca, she departs at 4:00 a.m. to reach the Fiquilisco estuary, navigating through darkness while avoiding local fishing nets.11:15 She notes that departing in the dark requires more reliance on GPS for orientation compared to sailing into the night, as her senses do not have time to adjust to the fading light.11:53 Upon arrival at an anchorage, she deploys 40 meters of chain in five meters of water to ensure security.4:58 The routine includes preparing meals for guests, such as meatless enchiladas, and managing the boat's systems, including the autopilot, tiller, and instruments, before securing the vessel for the night.5:59
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