HOW DID I PUT TOGETHER MY SURVIVAL KIT? - Ep. 20
September 26, 2024 · 31 min · 4K views · Tasman Sea
What this video covers
During a solo circumnavigation, Andre M Homem de Mello organizes a waterproof survival kit while sailing between Tasmania and New Zealand.23:45 The kit, stored in a sealed container labeled with the boat name *Deja Vu*, includes pyrotechnics, a handheld GPS, a flashlight, spare batteries, and a basic first-aid supply of bandages and ointment.24:28 He also packs sewing needles for sail repair, various lines, fishing gear, energy bars, crackers, two liters of water, and talcum powder for moisture management.26:00 The container is stowed in the cabin alongside a life raft for quick access in an emergency.29:10 During the passage, the sailor monitors complex sea states characterized by conflicting swells from the northwest, southwest, and north, which he notes are common in the region.30:47 He maintains a steady course toward New Zealand, averaging 4.8 knots, while managing sail configurations to balance speed and comfort in varying wind conditions.6:31
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