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Adriano Plotzky prepares for a solo passage from Barra de São Miguel, Brazil, to Recife to participate in the Refeno regatta.13:20 The transit covers approximately 20 to 30 hours of sailing, requiring careful navigation through the shallow, rock-strewn entrance of Barra de São Miguel.13:29 Plotzky relies on a pre-recorded track and local advice to clear the bar during a rising tide, noting that the entrance remains manageable when visibility allows for visual identification of markers and charted hazards.15:58 Once clear of the coast, he encounters 11-knot winds and a slight adverse current, maintaining a speed of 4 knots under sail.18:41 The vessel is prepared for the solo leg with essential gear, including a VHF radio, binoculars, and an inReach Mini for tracking.14:44 Plotzky plans to adjust his offshore distance at night to avoid fishing nets and heavy traffic.14:15 He views this passage as a transition toward future seasonal sailing in the Caribbean, emphasizing the necessity of planning routes around hurricane seasons and regional weather patterns.9:13

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