Expedition Evans · video

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The crew prepares the hardtop of their boat for a 7,000-watt solar panel installation by fairing, sanding, and applying an epoxy primer. To manage the high surface temperatures that threaten the epoxy cure, they construct temporary sun shades using tarps and a boat hook. During the project, an extension cord lent to a neighboring vessel shorts out, igniting a trash bag in the cockpit; the crew extinguishes the fire manually without using a fire extinguisher.4:29 The work occurs in Barcelona during a regional power outage that disables local elevators and infrastructure, prompting the crew to emphasize the importance of energy independence through solar power.23:57 They monitor boat systems, including temperature and humidity, using Ruvie Pucks linked to a Victron system and Starlink.17:08 The project requires careful surface preparation, including cleaning with acetone and water, to ensure the solar panels adhere properly to the carbon fiber structure.11:40

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