GGR 2026 — The race — 2026-10-23 12:00-18:00
23 octobre 2026 · 6h 0m · 735 vues
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
A solo skipper competing in the Golden Globe Race manages boat speed and deck safety while preparing for an approaching storm in the South Atlantic. Sailing under a single Genoa, the boat maintains 4 to 6 knots while the skipper navigates a persistent, violent motion that complicates daily tasks and sleep.1:14:07 To prepare for Sunday’s forecasted gale, the sailor secures loose gear, lashes the mainsail, and considers deploying a staysail.1:13:14 The skipper performs celestial navigation to confirm a position near 28°S, aiming to adjust the course 20 miles north to optimize the track.1:31:41 Maintenance challenges include rusted hardware and a lack of spare shackles, requiring the repurposing of existing lines and fittings.2:32:22 The skipper emphasizes the physical difficulty of moving on deck in heavy, confused seas and the psychological strain of limited weather data compared to historical race conditions.3:28:27 The sailor prioritizes securing the vessel and maintaining a steady, if slow, easterly heading until the front passes.1:17:19
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