Andre M Homem de Mellovídeo

Facing a SQUALL in the Indian Ocean - Ep. 23

17 de outubro de 2024 · 29 min · 15K visualizações · Tasman Sea

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Andre M Homem de Mello, sailing solo on a non-stop circumnavigation, navigates the Indian Ocean south of Australia and New Zealand on day 94 through day 97 of his voyage.Watch He manages shifting wind conditions, ranging from 8 to 14 knots to gusts of 25 knots, while encountering frequent squalls that bring rain and localized wind increases.26:51 The sailor maintains his position using a satellite phone for communication and data, while monitoring weather patterns and sea states.2:34 He utilizes an onboard heater to manage cabin temperatures of 19 degrees Celsius against colder exterior conditions.1:24 He references the Beaufort Scale to categorize wind intensity, noting his experience with conditions up to Force 10 and occasional Force 11 gusts.15:50 The route involves transitioning from the Indian Ocean toward the Pacific Ocean, with an estimated 42-day passage remaining to reach Cape Horn.22:01 He adjusts sail trim to accommodate the confused sea state caused by crossing swells from the south and southeast.25:50

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