WITHOUT WATER AND WITH A TORN SAIL (fell into the sea) - Ep. 13
August 8, 2024 · 31 min · 6K views · Southern Ocean
What this video covers
A solo sailor navigating the South Indian Ocean toward Tasmania, Australia, reports a mechanical failure with the headsail furler. The luff profile of the furler detached from the joint, leaving the Genoa car stuck at the top of the mast.3:09 The sailor attempted a one-hour repair at the masthead while the boat pitched in 30-degree swells, but the repair remains incomplete.6:51 The vessel is currently sailing with a full mainsail and a staysail.5:37 The sailor also reports a successful, albeit temporary, repair to the windvane self-steering system using a two-part epoxy putty and a replacement bolt.8:47 Positioned at approximately 45°S, 92°E, the boat is encountering shifting weather fronts with winds between 20 and 30 knots.16:18 The sailor monitors barometric pressure, GPS coordinates, and battery levels from the cabin to conserve power, relying on shortwave radio for weather updates and time signals.28:36 The sailor notes the physical toll of the passage, including fatigue and minor injuries sustained while working aloft.6:28
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