From Zero Ocean Miles to 21,000: Christian Sauer’s Incredible Mini Globe Race Journey to Durban скачать в хорошем качестве

From Zero Ocean Miles to 21,000: Christian Sauer’s Incredible Mini Globe Race Journey to Durban

From never having sailed his boat on the ocean before Lagos… …to 21,000+ miles later arriving in Durban on his tiny Class Globe 5.80 ARGO – Christian Sauer’s story is one of quiet determination, smart seamanship and deep respect for the sea. In this emotional and insightful interview in Durban, Christian shares: 🌍 “Almost home” at 21,000 miles He’s far from Germany, but by longitude he’s almost back home. Now every mile is truly sailing towards home, not away from it. ⛵ A deep love for ARGO – and the big breaking wave Christian talks about his relationship with his boat, how safe he feels inside her, and the now-famous clip where a huge breaking wave rolls down the deck, slams into him and even stops the video recording. 💪 Sailing with real pain – but not giving up He opens up about serious shoulder issues, a ruptured ligament, injections in Fiji and probably again in Cape Town – and why the pain is “bad, but not bad enough to stop”. 🛠️ What he would change on the next 5.80 From moving the galley and chart table, to berth position, cockpit space, dodger setup and deck layout – Christian gives thoughtful, practical ideas for future CG580 builders and sailors. 🚤 Local knowledge from Durban’s rescue crew A fast 35-knot ride with the local rescue guys, lots of advice, contact points along the coast, and how that support helps prepare for the next big leg. 🌅 Small moments that mean everything Sunsets, seabirds, flying fish in the cockpit, new islands, new friends – Christian explains how tiny everyday moments at sea become some of his happiest memories. 💡 Becoming an inspiration (and not always loving social media) He reflects on people reaching out with boat questions, wanting to be inspired, and how he balances sharing his journey with the need to just live it. 🌊 Respect for the Agulhas and following his father’s wake Christian’s route from Australia via Rodrigues and Mauritius mirrors a voyage his father made 23 years ago on a 24m boat. He shares the emotional weight of crossing the same waters in a 5.80 with only wind, no engine to escape currents or headwinds. ⚓ What he would change in the MGR itself If he had a magic wand? Common restarts at every stopover, to keep the fleet closer together for safety, fun, and better storytelling for people following the tracker. 🏁 Not thinking too much about “after” – yet As the finish line in Antigua slowly comes into view, Christian talks about why he doesn’t want to plan too far ahead and prefers to get the most out of every single day in this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. 🙏 A heartfelt thank you Christian finishes with a big thank you to everyone following him, supporting him, and to the whole MGR team making this dream possible. 01:15 – Relationship with ARGO & feeling safe 01:45 – The huge breaking wave & viral video clip 03:20 – Shoulder injuries and coping with pain 04:40 – What he’d change on the next 5.80 06:20 – Visit to the Durban rescue team & local knowledge 07:30 – Happiest moments at sea – small things, big joy 09:00 – Being an inspiration & the social media challenge 10:30 – Following his father’s route & respecting the Agulhas 12:00 – What he’d change in the MGR (common restarts) 13:40 – Thinking (a little) about life after the finish 15:00 – Thank you to supporters, friends & the MGR team #MiniGlobeRace #mgr2025 #ChristianSauer #SYArgo #ClassGlobe580 #SoloSailing #SoloSailor #SmallBoatBigAdventure #TinyBoatHugeAdventure #OceanRacing #OffshoreSailing #BluewaterSailing #AroundTheWorld #Durban #AgulhasCurrent #Rodrigues #Mauritius #HomeBuiltBoat #PlywoodBoat #SailingInterview #DonMcIntyre #McIntyreAdventure #SailingLife #SailingAdventure #SailingInspiration #SinglehandedSailing #SailorStories #YachtRace #oceanchallenge