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Sérgio Testa circumnavigated the globe in the *Acroca Australis*, a 12-foot aluminum sailboat, beginning his three-year voyage from Brisbane, Australia, in 1984.0:06 Lacking formal sailing experience, Testa relied on the vessel's simplicity and his own adaptability to manage long passages, including a 30-day transit to the Galápagos Islands.1:11 The boat featured a 90-centimeter-wide bunk and a small alcohol-fueled stove, but lacked refrigeration, forcing Testa to rely on non-perishable supplies like canned butter and dried meat.11:07 During the voyage, a cooking accident involving spilled alcohol caused a fire that severely burned Testa, requiring him to self-treat with painkillers and creams for several days before resuming navigation.17:16 He maintained an average speed of two to three knots, often struggling against headwinds and currents.16:23 Testa credits the boat's small size for its structural resilience and its role in facilitating social connections with other sailors worldwide.9:39 He currently lives aboard a self-built aluminum catamaran, continuing a lifestyle of long-term cruising.4:58 Success in extreme small-boat voyaging requires a combination of self-reliance, optimism, and the ability to improvise repairs under pressure.

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