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Riley prepares for a 1,200-nautical-mile solo passage from Tonga to New Zealand.4:20 Before departure, he coordinates sail repairs with a local sailmaker and reinstalls the sails with assistance.6:36 He identifies a malfunctioning autopilot as a critical barrier to the voyage, noting that manual steering for the duration of the trip is impractical.7:54 After consulting with a sailor who previously experienced severe weather and gear failure on the same route, he emphasizes the necessity of reefing early and ensuring all systems are fully operational.2:25 Due to the autopilot failure, he considers delaying the departure to troubleshoot the system, waiting for parts, or recruiting additional crew.8:33 He remains in Tonga, utilizing the time to maintain the boat while awaiting a resolution to the technical issues.8:24

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