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A builder constructed a custom sailboat based on a Polish design in his backyard over eight months during 2021, spending approximately 30,000 Reais on materials, a 2.6-horsepower outboard motor, and a custom trailer.4:27 The vessel features a hull made of freijó wood, marine plywood, and fiberglass, with a 6.70-meter mast repurposed from a Hobie Cat.4:45 A 200-liter water ballast system provides stability, and the boat utilizes a retractable swing keel.3:39 During a 36-hour passage from Aracaju to Salvador, the boat maintained a steady course under autopilot in following winds, reaching speeds up to 7 knots while surfing in gusts.3:06 The owner initially struggled with poor performance due to ill-fitting sails but corrected the issue by sourcing properly measured sails, which significantly improved the boat's handling and speed.5:17 The owner uses an improvised bimini made of EVA foam for sun protection and manages remote work from the cockpit during coastal trips.1:32

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