GGR 2026 — The race — 2026-10-22 12:00-18:00
22 octobre 2026 · 6h 0m · 1K vues
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
A solo sailor participating in the Golden Globe Race navigates the South Atlantic at approximately 28°S, maintaining an easterly heading while monitoring a developing low-pressure system.1:09:31 The sailor reports 3-to-4-meter following seas and wind gusts exceeding 20 knots, prompting frequent jibes to maintain a comfortable point of sail.4:16:34 To prepare for the incoming storm, the sailor is clearing the deck of excess lines and securing gear.5:30:48 Navigation relies on daily sextant sights and radio weather updates from race control.1:05:18 The sailor maintains a consistent 90-degree course, avoiding a premature move south toward the 30°S latitude limit despite the approaching weather.4:04:47 The vessel, a small-class boat, demonstrates stability in downwind conditions, with the sailor noting that dropping all sails and running downwind is an effective strategy for managing heavy weather.5:05:33 The current transit involves balancing the race's competitive requirements with the need for patience during periods of light wind and unpredictable weather shifts.
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