GGR 2026 — The race — 2026-10-21 10:17-16:17
21 ottobre 2026 · 6h 0m · 152 visualizzazioni
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A solo sailor performs a celestial navigation sight using a sextant to determine position while managing light-wind sailing conditions.1:00:35 The process involves measuring the sun's altitude, calculating the intercept, and reconciling the result with dead reckoning to refine the vessel's estimated coordinates.1:08:06 To maintain physical fitness during the voyage, the sailor utilizes a portable Titan Bar, a Norwegian-designed elastic resistance system that allows for heavy deadlifts and squats in confined spaces without requiring a gym.49:29 Daily maintenance tasks include clearing gooseneck barnacles from deck drains to prevent blockages and managing food stores, specifically monitoring "bilge cheese" aged in a vinegar-soaked wrap.7:51 When wind speeds drop, the sailor adjusts sail trim and monitors the boat's heading to avoid unintended course deviations caused by light air and current.1:33:49 The sailor emphasizes the importance of consistent daily exercise and efficient food preparation, such as rehydrating dried vegetables for soup, to sustain performance during long-distance solo sailing.53:51
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