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Aubrey, captain of the 1977 Formosa 51 named Miss Lone Star, hosts Daryl from Precision Sails to install and test a new main and mizzen sail set.1:21 The vessel, also referred to as Houdini, features an upper doghouse salon, a lower salon with a fireplace, and multiple berths equipped with Daytrex safety vests.3:07 During the initial sail deployment, the crew encounters significant resistance while hoisting the mainsail, leading to concerns about winch capacity and potential friction issues at the masthead sheave.9:45 Daryl uses a drone to inspect the masthead hardware to diagnose the heavy load.10:08 The pair also measures the boom and sail stack to design a custom stack pack cover.10:43 While preparing for a voyage to the Channel Islands to search for great white sharks, the crew consults a local sailor regarding snorkeling safety in kelp forests and discusses plans to chum for sharks.11:41 The boat remains a work in progress as the captain prepares for future solo operation.4:37

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