Sailing With Phoenix | Oliver · video

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Oliver and his crew, Jerome, conduct sea trials on the vessel With Phoenix | Oliver to test systems and refine sailing techniques ahead of a planned nonstop solo circumnavigation.2:49 The crew practices reefing, deploying the whisker pole, and heaving-to to perform an at-sea repair on a torn jib UV cover.13:07 They commission the Hydrovane self-steering system and a tiller pilot, while troubleshooting an inoperative speed-through-water transducer.6:07 The boat, currently rigged with temporary sails and running rigging, demonstrates significant stability and forgiveness in 17-to-20-knot winds compared to the owner's previous vessel.8:47 The crew logs 500 watts of total power generation from solar panels and a hydro generator while sailing at low speeds.18:17 The trials conclude with a successful docking at Point Hudson Marina in 20 knots of wind.26:15 The owner intends to spend the remaining 86 days before departure finalizing the refit, acquiring heavy-weather sailing skills, and packing the boat for the voyage.33:26

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