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What this video covers

The sailboat Balanço undergoes a scheduled haul-out at the Yacht Club Aratu in Brazil to begin a series of maintenance projects.0:27 Before the haul-out, the host visits his hometown of Bagé, Rio Grande do Sul, to reconnect with family and friends, including a tour of a local olive farm.0:49 Upon returning to the boat, the host prepares for the lift by clearing out personal gear and utilizing the marina’s self-service laundry facilities.15:06 During the haul-out process, a diver ensures the steel cradle aligns correctly with the vessel's reinforced bulkheads to prevent structural damage to the fiberglass hull.16:37 Despite the host's anxiety regarding the lift, the marina crew completes the procedure without incident.20:35 An inspection of the hull reveals that the Coppercoat antifouling paint remains in good condition after six years of service.19:25 The vessel is now positioned on the hard for extensive repairs, marking the beginning of a multi-episode maintenance series.20:10

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