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The best sailing day - Day 23 of 40 self-sufficient on a sailing boat #62@X-Trip Sailing Sailing 2021
September 17, 2021 · 36 min · 5K views · Arnafjordur
What this video covers
A solo sailor navigates a sailboat through the fjords of the Faroe Islands, specifically Arnafjordur, while testing a wind-vane self-steering system.2:03 The sailor maintains a consistent 40-degree angle to the wind using the wind-vane, which allows for hands-free sailing in shifting fjord winds.23:28 During the transit, the boat encounters shallow depths of 3.5 to 5 meters near fjord entrances and fish farms.29:15 The sailor manages sail trim by adjusting the mainsail and genoa to balance rudder pressure, noting that over-tightening the mainsail interferes with the self-steering mechanism.6:17 Solar charging remains limited due to persistent fog, though clear skies later in the day improve the energy balance.19:16 The passage concludes with an anchoring maneuver performed under sail to conserve diesel fuel.28:38 The sailor highlights the efficiency of using a wind-vane for maintaining an optimal course in confined, wind-variable waters compared to an electric autopilot.23:52
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