GGR 2026 — The race — 2026-10-16 12:00-18:00
16 octobre 2026 · 6h 0m · 1K vues · Trindade and Martim Vaz
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
A solo sailor competing in the Golden Globe Race navigates light, inconsistent winds in the South Atlantic while attempting to maintain a course toward Tristan da Cunha.1:23:27 The participant struggles with frequent sail changes, repeatedly rigging and dousing a kite and gennaker to maintain a speed of 4 to 5 knots.1:37:15 The vessel remains in close proximity to an unlit island, complicating nighttime navigation and causing the sailor to remain on high alert.1:12:51 Technical challenges include managing tangled lines, organizing the cockpit, and troubleshooting sail rigging, including the staysail and spinnaker halyards.1:14:05 The sailor reports using Starlink for communication and maintains a routine of short, 90-minute sleep intervals to monitor boat performance and wind shifts.3:20:11 Despite the slow progress and variable weather, the sailor continues to adjust sail trim and course headings to optimize speed. The onboard inventory includes five gas bottles, emergency sails, and various navigation instruments, including a depth gauge and HF radio.3:23:45
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