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What this video covers

A solo sailor aboard an Etac 38 performs a hull and anchor inspection while anchored in Cape Verde.30:15 Diving the site, the sailor confirms the anchor is fully buried in the sandy bottom, noting the effectiveness of the ground tackle despite local conditions.30:32 The vessel’s Beta Marine engine is reported to be reliable, with no mechanical issues after 10 months of navigation.25:12 Maintenance tasks include repainting anchor chain markings and cleaning the dinghy.7:36 The sailor notes that diesel fuel in the local port is tax-free for boats, costing approximately 0.94€ per liter.17:47 Preparations are underway for a 30-nautical-mile solo passage to Boa Vista, with the sailor planning to motor or use the genoa depending on wind conditions, which currently fluctuate between 15 and 25 knots.20:56 The sailor also documents local infrastructure, noting the contrast between tourist areas and the industrial, underdeveloped sections of the town.5:42

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