Sven Yrvind · vidéo

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Sven Yrvind is constructing a small, shallow-draft boat designed for a 14,000-mile nonstop voyage through the Southern Ocean.▶ 0:16 The vessel features a unique side-by-side mast configuration that allows the yard to be lowered to reduce leverage and mast compression during high-wind conditions.▶ 0:31 The masts also incorporate rope rungs to function as a ladder.▶ 0:58 During construction, Yrvind reinforces the mast attachment points, known as paddies, using a constriction knot, thickened epoxy, and glass fiber.▶ 1:38 He positions these paddies to face inward, allowing the sail to hang from the top while keeping the ladder rungs accessible.▶ 3:04 Yrvind prioritizes structural integrity and over-engineering to ensure safety and peace of mind during long-duration, high-latitude sailing.▶ 3:56 He argues that a boat built to be indestructible eliminates the psychological stress of offshore passages, preventing the anxiety associated with potential equipment failure in extreme environments.▶ 4:38

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