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Micha, owner of the sailboat, upgrades his vessel’s ground tackle and sail inventory in preparation for an extended voyage. He replaces his 22-kg CQR anchor with a 25-kg Bügel anchor, citing concerns about the CQR’s holding performance in mud and high winds.13:03 To accommodate the new anchor, he extends his chain rode from 55 meters to 85 meters by splicing a new section to the unused end of his existing chain.15:04 Additionally, he installs a new mainsail from Dimension Sails, which is fitted and tuned by the sailmaker in Stralsund.0:38 To protect his boat’s stove chimney from fouling by the genoa sheets, he fabricates a custom stainless steel guard rail mounted to the deck and mast.3:55 During a test passage around Hiddensee, he evaluates the new sail trim and anchor setup.6:12 The trip concludes with a visit to the Darßer Nothafen, where he receives a tour of the DGzRS search-and-rescue cruiser *Nies Randers*.19:10 The rescue vessel utilizes a 70-kg M-anchor and carries specialized equipment, including a line-throwing device and inflatable buoyancy bags for salvage operations.25:27

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