Sailing Triteia · video

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Solo sailor James recounts his 8,636-mile voyage from Los Angeles to New Zealand aboard his 1965 Albert 30 sloop, Triteia.0:51 After departing Newmark's Marina in June 2021, he navigated the Pacific Ocean, visiting the Tuamotus, American Samoa, and Fiji.10:18 During the passage to the Society Islands, he experienced a boom failure and significant water ingress that flooded the cabin floorboards.31:04 In the Yasawa group of Fiji, he managed severe engine trouble, including a failed starter motor that required field repairs, while navigating uncharted coral reefs.44:35 He emphasizes the necessity of spinnaker sailing in light winds to conserve fuel, noting that many cruisers run dry due to over-reliance on engines.47:27 He describes the challenges of docking in 25-knot winds without engine power or sail, relying on current and line handling to reach the pier.51:52 The account highlights the psychological and technical demands of long-distance solo cruising, from managing equipment failures to the navigation of remote atolls.

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