🌊 Two Painful Weeks Drifting… Etienne Is FINALLY Moving Again! ⛵ | #GGR2026 Call from the sea week 6
15 ottobre 2026 · 8 min · 709 visualizzazioni · Atlantic Ocean
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Étienne Messikommer reports that his boat is moving again after two weeks of drifting in the Atlantic.0:53 He maintains a speed of approximately 6 knots with one reef in the mainsail to reduce stress on the equipment during rough sea states.6:17 The vessel remains in good condition with no damage, though the interior is hot and humid due to closed hatches required to keep water off the deck.4:30 Messikommer communicates daily with other participants, including Henry Wootton, via HF radio to share their progress heading south.1:35 He relies on basic weather synopses and reports from nearby ships while preparing for the Southern Ocean, which he expects to reach in approximately six weeks.5:22 Despite the physical discomfort of the ride and the isolation of solo sailing, he reports sleeping well and continues to record updates for his family and supporters.4:23
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