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Andre M Homem de Mello documents his solo circumnavigation, detailing the transition from the Indian Ocean to the South Pacific while navigating toward Cape Horn.5:25 After 100 days at sea, he struggles with prolonged calms and inconsistent winds between 49 and 52 degrees South latitude, which delay his projected arrival at the Cape.9:35 He monitors iceberg limits on his charts while sailing through high-latitude waters, noting the increased risk of ice as he maintains a southerly course.15:47 The passage involves managing sail plans during periods of light air and preparing for the heavy weather typical of the Southern Ocean, including 40-knot gusts.18:52 He reflects on the isolation of his journey, the loss of his grandfather shortly before his arrival, and the psychological challenge of maintaining patience during extended periods of inactivity.6:53 The voyage requires constant monitoring of daily mileage, or "cingradura," to track progress across the vast, empty stretches of the Southern Ocean.10:29

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