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Solo sailor Olivia Wyatt discusses her preparations for the 2026 Golden Globe Race, including the psychological challenges of long-distance solo sailing and the necessity of maintaining boat comfort to preserve mental endurance.17:57 Wyatt, who has logged over 10,000 miles since leaving California, emphasizes that her primary goal is finishing the course rather than racing competitively.23:50 The conversation covers heavy-weather sailing techniques, specifically the use of wind vanes and the practice of heaving-to in varying sea states.32:01 Both sailors discuss the importance of trusting the structural integrity of their vessels during gales and the necessity of adjusting sail trim to improve motion comfort in confused seas.38:24 Wyatt plans a year-long refit in Malaysia to prepare her boat for the race, while the host, Jerome, prepares his Westsail, Mighty Sparrow, for upcoming ocean research expeditions.51:43 The discussion highlights the risks of piracy in certain regions and the logistical hurdles of maintaining older blue-water boats, such as managing deck leaks and rewiring.4:19

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