Andre M Homem de Mellovideo

Memories of my travels through America and Europe

10 de abril de 2025 · 19 min · 1K vistas · Ilhabela

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Andre M Homem de Mello details his transition from a novice sailor on a reservoir to a solo circumnavigator, emphasizing the necessity of structured training and meticulous record-keeping. His offshore experience began in 1995 in San Francisco, where he spent 15 months completing American Sailing Association courses, Coast Guard training, and boat maintenance before sailing to Ilhabela, Brazil.2:17 He subsequently completed a commemorative voyage to Portugal for the 500th anniversary of Brazil's discovery in 1999.3:47 These experiences, documented in handwritten logs, formed the basis for his book, *Diário de Bordo*.5:53 He highlights the critical role of radar for navigating the fog-prone San Francisco Bay and credits the books *A World of My Own* by Robin Knox-Johnston and *The Long Way* by Bernard Moitessier as primary inspirations for his solo sailing career.10:33 The author maintains an archive of physical logs, photographs, and original video tapes from his 2002 solo circumnavigation.14:58 Thorough preparation, including formal instruction and consistent documentation, remains the foundation for successful long-distance solo sailing.

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