ERTAN: “Just Keep the Boat Moving!” ⛵😄 | Week 4 Sat Phone Call | GGR 2026
October 6, 2026 · 9 min · 1K views · Equatorial Atlantic Ocean
What this video covers
Ayrton, a participant in the GGR 2026, reports steady progress while sailing toward Trinidad Island.1:21 After experiencing a period of calm at 1 a.m., he maintained boat speed between 1.5 and 2 knots before tacking at 4 a.m. to catch an easterly wind.0:56 He currently maintains a port tack, which he expects to hold for the remainder of the 1,600 to 1,700-mile transit.2:08 The boat remains in good condition with no leaks or barnacle growth, following repairs to a spray hood damaged during rough weather near Gonzales.4:41 Ayrton adheres to a direct route rather than deviating for weather, noting that his boat speed does not support complex routing strategies.2:34 He reports no physical injuries and expresses high tolerance for the 28–30°C temperatures near the equator.6:58 Communication via Iridium phone remains intermittent, though he utilizes a daily live feed to maintain contact with race organizers and other participants.4:09
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