15 years of bucket-list sailing – summarized by "Mr. Blur" Peter Gustafsson

Name: 15 years of bucket-list sailing – summarized by "Mr. Blur" Peter Gustafsson
Uploaded: 2026-02-07T07:00:45.000Z
Duration: 28 min 8 s
Description: Logistical flexibility and choosing a trailerable boat are essential for managing international offshore racing campaigns.

7. februar 2026 · 28 min · 714 visninger · Kongen Marina, Oslo

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Peter Gustafsson, known for his "Mr.1:05 Blur" sailing blog, details a 15-year campaign of competing in international offshore regattas using a series of J Boats, specifically the J/109 and J/111.12:13 His team transitioned from local Swedish racing to international events by creating a "bucket list" of iconic races, including the Fastnet Race, the Middle Sea Race, and the Aegean 600.12:57 Gustafsson emphasizes that logistics often dictate the success of these campaigns, noting that shipping a 36-foot boat internationally frequently faces delays or cancellations, such as when pandemic restrictions stranded his vessel in Malta.21:55 He advocates for using boats small enough to be transported by truck, which provides greater flexibility and lower costs than relying on specialized shipping vessels.16:32 The team’s approach focuses on continuous improvement, team development, and challenging themselves in diverse conditions, from the Mediterranean to the Newport-Bermuda Race. Gustafsson concludes that while long-term planning is essential for international racing, the ability to adapt to logistical failures and changing schedules remains the most critical skill for a successful campaign.