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Thilo and Leonie inspect eight sails stored in their boat's cockpit locker to determine their suitability for an upcoming Atlantic crossing.2:06 The inventory includes a mainsail, a storm jib, a genoa, and a spinnaker, among others.2:17 Many sails show significant wear, including corroded hanks, mold stains, open seams, and multiple patches.4:39 The mainsail features several patches and a damaged ring, while the old jib exhibits severe corrosion on the hanks, making them difficult to operate.5:30 The crew identifies three sails as being in good, usable condition, while the others require repair or replacement.6:41 They consider using adhesive sail tape or two-component glue patches for minor holes but remain uncertain about the feasibility of replacing corroded hanks and grommets.6:21 The project follows a two-week delay in boat access caused by COVID-19 restrictions, which briefly threatened their goal of departing for an Atlantic crossing before winter.7:29 The crew now aims to resume work and maintain their schedule for a summer departure.8:16

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