@Sailing With Phoenix | Oliver returns to the show!
25 de mayo de 2026 · 1h 9m · 2K visitas
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Jerome Rand and Oliver, known as Sailing with Phoenix, discuss the ongoing refit of Oliver’s Westsail 32 in preparation for a solo, non-stop circumnavigation.0:02 The conversation focuses on the logistical challenges of boatyard delays, the necessity of sea trials, and the strategic timing required to round Cape Horn between December and February.3:54 Rand emphasizes the importance of testing deck layouts, reefing systems, and preventers during initial day-sailing sessions before attempting longer passages.17:03 The pair also addresses the risks of carrying excessive fuel in cabin-mounted bladders, noting the potential for structural failure during a knockdown.36:47 They highlight the recent success of 18-year-old sailor Ollie Bergquist, who completed a voyage to Hawaii in a Tessa 32, as an example of the visibility and support a solo sailor can gain through social media.58:06 Rand and Oliver plan to conduct collaborative coaching and training sessions to finalize the boat's readiness for departure.55:16
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