Stole this one again from sailinganarchy.com.
This might be what happens when you try and go sailing around the world by yourself, in a race. Fast forward to 00:50 to begin the action. Enjoy….
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….Good on him though for staying so patient and calm. Was that noise the hydraulic canting keel?
Pretty smooth recovery. Glad he is safe.
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