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May 21, 2017 · 3 min · 242 views · Haugesund
What this video covers
The winners of the Norges Hus Seilmakeren Doublehanded regatta secured the fastest elapsed time by leveraging local knowledge of current and wind patterns near Lerøytangen.Watch By hugging the coastline, the crew found localized wind that other competitors missed, establishing an early lead.0:26 During the transit toward Haugesund, the team navigated through Krossøysundet using a spinnaker until the wind angle became too sharp, necessitating a switch to headsail reaching toward Stolmen.1:17 As wind speeds dropped to 3–4 meters per second offshore, the pair moved closer to shore to hunt for pressure.1:44 The final approach to Haugesund involved drifting in near-calm conditions, relying on a half-knot current to cover the final distance.1:59 Near the end of the race, the crew encountered a sudden increase in wind, reaching 13 meters per second near Strålmarselene.2:52 They managed the gust by dousing the G-naker, reefing the mainsail, and sailing under a smaller headsail to maintain control.2:53 Local familiarity with the coastline and currents proved decisive in navigating the variable wind conditions.
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