Erik Aanderaa · video

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Erik Aanderaa and Silje visit Genoa, Italy, to attend the final leg of The Ocean Race and the 50th-anniversary Legends Regatta.0:29 The visit includes tours of historic race boats and modern IMOCA 60s, including Team Malizia’s Sea Explorer.12:46 Aanderaa participates in a demonstration sail aboard a Volvo Ocean 65, where he observes the complex deck layout, grinding systems, and tactical sail handling required for high-performance racing.9:00 The crew also tests a 25-foot recyclable sports boat constructed from thermoplastic resin.5:18 Throughout the event, Aanderaa meets professional sailors including Sam Holmes, Dan and Kika of Sailing Uman, and Sir Robin Knox-Johnston.0:35 The experience highlights the technical differences between professional racing machines and Aanderaa’s own 28-foot boat, Tessie, particularly regarding sail area, deck hardware, and interior volume.3:21

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