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A 15-day Atlantic crossing concludes with the arrival of the 13,000-nautical-mile-traveled vessel in Barbados.10:41 During the passage, the crew experienced a headsail failure when a shackle detached from the halyard in heavy conditions, requiring a mast climb to retrieve the line and re-rig the sail.0:11 The crew also managed equipment failures and a lack of wind instruments, which forced them to rely on manual wind-direction sensing and apparent wind estimation.3:45 The transit included periods of 4 to 5-meter swells and 22-knot following winds.12:03 Water management involved using a watermaker and hand-washing laundry during calm periods when the wind died.9:07 The crew emphasizes the necessity of carrying extensive spare parts, specifically noting that electronic components, fuses, and various wire gauges are difficult to source mid-ocean.14:45 They also advise verifying that replacement bolts and nuts have matching threads before departure.15:07 The passage highlights the psychological and physical challenges of ocean sailing, including the difficulty of managing repairs without a tender or nearby assistance.

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