GGR 2026 — The race — 2026-09-23 00:00-06:00
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The solo sailor aboard the Mighty Pumpkin maintains a northeast heading while navigating the Atlantic Ocean, adjusting course to avoid heavy ship traffic hugging the African coastline.15:24 The vessel currently experiences 15 to 20-knot winds, prompting the decision to forgo the symmetrical spinnaker to avoid excessive sail handling in potentially gusty conditions.18:33 The sailor monitors the barometer, which remains steady at 532, and notes hazy visibility caused by Sahara dust.13:25 Technical efforts focus on the single sideband radio, where the sailor attempts to connect with the transatlantic cruisers net at 9 p.m. UTC, though duplex channel programming remains a challenge.11:09 Navigation strategy involves referencing Cornell pilot charts and the experiences of Kirsten Neuschoffer to plan a route toward the Cape Verde Islands, with a potential equator crossing near 30 degrees west longitude to minimize time in the Intertropical Convergence Zone.16:43 The sailor manages food stores, prioritizing simple meals like pasta with garlic and tomatoes, while maintaining a log of the 1680-mile progress.14:41
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