🌊 “I’m Alone, But Not Lonely” ❤️ Daniel Pinsky Calls from the Atlantic| GGR2026 Week 5
October 11, 2026 · 10 min · 6K views · Equatorial Atlantic Ocean
What this video covers
Daniel Pinsky, a participant in the 2026 Golden Globe Race, reports his progress in the Atlantic Ocean as he nears the equator. Sailing close-hauled with a full main and jib, Pinsky faces short, choppy waves that slow his boat despite 10 knots of wind.0:41 He navigates to compensate for a strong westward current, aiming to pass south of Fernando de Noronha to reach more favorable conditions.2:06 His boat systems remain functional, requiring only minor maintenance such as flipping the wind vane control lines to distribute chafe.3:31 Pinsky maintains a steady routine of reading, listening to music, and communicating with other race participants via HF radio for approximately one hour daily.7:09 He receives no external weather reports and limited news from the outside world.2:01 As he prepares for his first equator crossing, he plans to observe traditional ceremonies using a celebratory pack prepared by friends.9:15
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