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A solo sailor and his partner, Nicole, delayed their planned November 1st departure from Luperon, Dominican Republic, for three weeks to finalize boat preparations and address medical issues.0:40 The pair intends to sail to Great Inagua, Bahamas, a 26-to-30-hour passage, once a favorable weather window arrives.7:02 The delay allowed for extensive maintenance on their respective vessels, including jib repairs, dinghy motor overhauls, and the installation of a Starlink Mini.3:00 Nicole also required medical treatment for a severe infection and dehydration, which necessitated local follow-up appointments.9:02 The couple plans to undertake a 100-day "Waterworld Challenge," an off-grid experiment prohibiting the purchase of food, fuel, or spare parts.1:54 To prepare, the host installed indoor and outdoor herb gardens, a standing desk, and a high-capacity battery system to power a paddleboard for fishing.4:31 The pair aims to sail downwind in trade winds, prioritizing a broad reach to avoid upwind conditions.7:19

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