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Chris Stanmore-Major troubleshoots electrical and mechanical failures while solo sailing from Antigua to Bermuda. A faulty Raymarine autopilot control head connection, caused by shorting wires in a junction box, is temporarily bypassed using a 30-centimeter cable.0:41 To manage a power deficit caused by failing port-side solar panels and a high-draw autopilot, the boat is hove-to to maximize sun exposure on the starboard panels and charge the lead-acid battery bank.9:45 The vessel, currently operating with limited solar input and no alternative charging source, requires careful energy management to maintain refrigeration and navigation systems.14:29 During the passage, the skipper demonstrates a jibe maneuver, emphasizing the importance of managing runners and backstays to prevent accidental gybes and equipment damage.3:28 The traveler block, damaged during a previous race, is jury-rigged with Dyneema and sheaves to remain functional.7:23 The skipper notes that maintaining a disciplined, methodical approach to sail handling and winch management is essential for preventing injury and damage on high-powered boats.3:16

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