Jakob Lang Sailing · video

What this video covers

Jakob Lang, sailing the boat *Wolf* toward a circumnavigation, navigates the English Channel while managing adverse tidal currents and wind shifts. To maintain performance while sailing upwind, Lang prioritizes reefing the mainsail before furling the genoa to preserve the sail's aerodynamic profile.2:31 During the transit, he encounters 30-knot winds and heavy seas, necessitating a second reef.3:23 He utilizes coastal proximity to seek shelter from strong southerly currents before rounding Cap de la Hague.7:21 Attempting to deploy a gennaker in 15-knot winds, Lang experiences multiple failures, including a twisted sail, an unattached tack line, and a sudden wind shift that forces a return to the genoa.11:21 Upon reaching Guernsey, he discovers a tear in the genoa and replaces it with a jib to prevent further damage before seeking a sailmaker in Brest.15:29 He anchors in Victoria Marina, utilizing the diesel heater to manage cold conditions while awaiting a weather window for the next leg.17:52

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