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Ragna Agrup on the Færder Race
June 18, 2020 · 12 min · 387 views · Oslofjord
What this video covers
Ragna Agerud, a college-level competitive sailor recently returned from studies in the United States, discusses her experience competing in the Færderseilasen regatta with her family.0:08 The crew utilized their varied sailing backgrounds—including experience with larger boats, spinnakers, and Code Zeros—to manage the vessel during the race.2:11 Agerud notes that the team gained an advantage by sailing outside Gullholmen on the initial leg, though they struggled with light winds and current on the return trip through the Drøbakk sound.3:18 She emphasizes that while the race was competitive, the primary appeal was the opportunity for the family to sail together, a rare occurrence in recent years.6:02 Agerud also outlines her future sailing ambitions, which include potential interest in the Youth America's Cup and professional offshore racing, though she remains focused on balancing these goals with her career plans after completing her master's degree.9:32
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