Guido Heads into the Southern Ocean! No Radio Contact, Rough Weather Ahead | GGR 2026 Week 7
21 octobre 2026 · 15 min · 835 vues · Trinidad, Brazil
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
Guido, a participant in the Golden Globe Race, is preparing his boat for the Southern Ocean by shifting weight aft to improve performance in heavy seas.1:56 He moved water from forward jerrycans into tanks and stowed remaining supplies in aft lockers to trim the vessel.2:02 Maintenance tasks include lubricating hardware, inspecting wiring, and checking sails.2:30 He plans to sail conservatively, avoiding the southernmost latitudes to steer clear of potential calms or headwinds.3:41
Communication remains a challenge; his makeshift aerial fails to transmit on 3,000 and 6,000 kHz frequencies, preventing contact with other entrants.6:14 He relies on general weather forecasts from Brazil and South Africa, noting they lack the detail required for precise tactical decisions.5:17 Celestial navigation has become more reliable with practice, and he successfully collected 90 liters of water during squalls in the doldrums.10:41 He maintains a steady sleep schedule when conditions allow, aided by radar alarms in low-traffic areas.12:03
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