Adventureman Dan · vidéo

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A solo sailor preparing for a 100-nautical-mile passage from Jolly Harbor, Antigua, to St. Martin outlines a 10-step planning process for long-distance single-handed sailing.0:06 The strategy begins with selecting a destination and route using Navionics and Google Maps satellite imagery, followed by identifying a downwind "drop-off" anchorage, such as St. Bart's, as a contingency for changing weather.0:39 The sailor emphasizes the importance of checking out of customs in advance and filing a float plan with a trusted contact who understands the vessel and the route.7:13 For the 14-hour passage, the sailor chooses to sail under jib only to avoid the risks of accidental jibes and the physical exertion of raising a mainsail in 30-knot winds and eight-foot seas.7:52 Final preparations include stowing loose gear in waterproof cases and pre-cooking meals to avoid the hazards of cooking in heavy seas.8:16 Real-time weather reports from a friend already on the route provide additional confirmation of conditions.11:51 Proper preparation and contingency planning reduce the risks of solo offshore sailing.

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