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Bruno Baqueiro: hardships in high latitudes
23 juin 2024 · 45 min · 280 vues · Morro da Urca, Rio de Janeiro
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Bruno Baqueiro, a Brazilian sailor, completed a solo circumnavigation attempt aboard his 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 41, *Arribaçaia*, relying on traditional seamanship and technical self-sufficiency to manage equipment failures.2:35 During a 1,000-mile passage from the Falkland Islands to Brazil, the boat’s electronic autopilot failed, forcing Baqueiro to steer manually for nearly a week.16:59 He successfully employed a self-steering technique using lines rigged directly to the helm, a method detailed in Richard Henderson’s *Single-Handed Sailing*.33:06 Baqueiro emphasizes the importance of carrying technical literature, including the *Admiralty Sailing Directions*, to troubleshoot mechanical issues in remote locations.36:01 His voyage included navigating around four storms in the South Pacific before rounding Cape Horn, where he prioritized vessel safety over tourism due to existing damage.38:12 Currently based in Rio de Janeiro for repairs, Baqueiro plans to continue his journey toward the Northern Hemisphere.1:36 He advocates for a hands-on approach to maintenance and suggests that long-distance sailing requires both adaptability and a willingness to adjust plans based on equipment limitations and weather conditions.30:28
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