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Mark single-hands his Valiant, *Keeldragger*, on a multi-day coastal trip from Long Beach to Newport Beach and Dana Point. He departs Long Beach with 300 feet of 3/8-inch chain and navigates through heavy commercial shipping traffic.4:33 Upon reaching the Newport Beach anchorage, he secures the vessel using a Mantis bridle to reduce shock loads on the chain.5:38 He anchors in Dana Point the following day, noting crowded conditions that require a second attempt to achieve a firm set.10:24 Throughout the trip, he works remotely from the nav station and manages cabin humidity using 12-volt CPU fans installed in teak boxes.11:04 He provisions for the trip with basic grocery store items and prepares meals such as chili macaroni.6:59 The passage involves light winds and moderate sea states, with visibility remaining clear between harbors.

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