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During a solo passage toward Australia, the sailor faces repeated mechanical failures and a severe storm. On day 60, the wind vane self-steering system breaks for the second time, forcing the sailor to repair the component with epoxy putty while steering the boat manually with the rudder locked.11:02 A separate failure occurs on the headsail furler, requiring an improvised repair using the same epoxy.17:21 By December 3, the boat encounters a 24-hour storm with sustained winds of 50 knots and gusts reaching 65 knots.23:44 The heavy seas cause water ingress that extinguishes the cabin heater and leaves the interior in disarray.25:15 The sailor manages the vessel under a heavily reefed genoa, maintaining a speed of 6 to 7 knots despite the cross-seas.26:48 Throughout the ordeal, the sailor relies on an Iridium satellite phone for communication and tracking.10:26 The passage continues toward Australia, where the sailor plans to collect replacement parts for the furler and wind vane.21:27

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