The Marinervídeo
T-1 to Solo Sailing Transatlantic Voyage
25 de março de 2026 · 21 min · 2K visualizações · France
Crew secures rigging on docked sailboat with complex lines
O que este vídeo aborda
To prepare an 80-foot vessel for a solo transatlantic voyage, the host removes a decorative metal plate from the pulpit base to address water intrusion and corrosion in the bow locker.▶ 1:10 The stanchion base, mounted on a monolithic Kevlar tow rail, requires resealing to prevent moisture from wetting out the hull structure.▶ 1:48 The host cleans the bolt holes, applies a marine-grade bedding compound, and secures the hardware, noting that old sealant loses its integrity over time.▶ 11:31 To avoid staining the anti-fouling paint with phosphoric acid used for cleaning stainless steel, the host applies the chemical using paper towel bandages.▶ 4:39 The vessel is currently docked in Cherbourg, France, where the host manages mooring lines with Dyneema and nylon backups to mitigate wind loads from gusts.▶ 13:10 Future plans include entering the Newport Bermuda Race and a subsequent transatlantic record attempt.▶ 15:00 The host also upgrades the electrical system, including a 24-volt bilge pump and specialized compass lighting, while provisioning for a 12-day solo passage.▶ 16:57
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