Sven Yrvind · video

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Sven Yrvind prepares for a long-distance voyage to New Zealand in his new, small-scale boat, which features a two-meter waterline and double the sail area of his previous vessel.7:10 To eliminate the need for traditional ballast, he distributes 280 kilograms of constant weight—including 240 amp-hours of battery capacity and water storage—low in the hull beneath the sleeping berth.5:41 The boat design incorporates extensive storage, including 80 liters of capacity for sardines and multiple hatches for supplies.4:44 Yrvind modifies a paintbrush by cutting it in half to maximize utility and constructs a rope-based boarding ladder to facilitate re-boarding from the water during his upcoming trip to Madeira.0:54 He plans to depart from Sweden, transit to Madeira for provisioning, and then attempt a passage to New Zealand to avoid the visa complications encountered with Australian authorities.7:41 The vessel includes 108 liters of water storage, utilizing seawater to maintain constant weight as freshwater supplies are consumed.2:26

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