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Solo Sailing | Approaching Bermuda
October 3, 2023 · 25 min · 10K views · Bermuda
What this video covers
Chris Stanmore-Major sails a 40-foot boat solo toward Bermuda, managing light-wind squalls and electrical power shortages while 180 miles offshore.4:25 To improve sail trim in light air, he rigs an outboard jib lead using a temporary turning eye and Dyneema lashing, which reduces jib hook and improves airflow.7:04 He addresses a faulty winch by using a tugman’s hitch to prevent the sheet from slipping.8:07 When the boat’s electrical system fails to charge, he wires the outboard engine’s output directly to the house battery bank to maintain 12.4 volts for the autopilot.14:28 As he approaches St George’s, he prepares for arrival by readying the anchor, checking the centerboard depth to protect the rudder, and organizing customs documentation.18:02 He plans to source a replacement SeaTalk cable in Hamilton to repair his autopilot system.16:16 Understanding boat-specific polars and sail trim allows for incremental speed gains in light conditions.
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