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Dreams have no expiration date.

On August 20, 2025, one of the most extraordinary sailing expeditions of the year set sail from the Pogoń marina in Szczecin. On board the yacht Meteor, Captain Krzysztof Baranowski, a legend of Polish sailing, embarked on his third solo voyage around the world.

Rockforce is honored to be a strategic partner in this extraordinary adventure.

The captain who never lowered the sails

Krzysztof Baranowski is the only Pole to have sailed solo around the world twice, and the first to have sailed solo around Cape Horn. He is a mentor to young sailors, author of books and reports, and ambassador for Polish sailing.

Although he has been sailing since the age of 15, he has no intention of slowing down. Each of his voyages proves that courage, passion, and determination know no age. He says of himself with humor:
“I became a captain because I didn't like cooking – and only the captain was exempt from it. Ironically, I spent my first voyage in the galley as a cook. Sixteen months – quite a lesson in patience and perseverance.”

The Meteor yacht – fast as the wind

The journey takes place on a unique vessel. Meteor, designed by Stephen Jones and built in 2006 in Great Britain, is a classic racing yacht styled after the 1920s. Its slender silhouette, wood-epoxy construction, and numerous victories in prestigious regattas make it the perfect companion for such a demanding expedition.

Length: 15.44 m | Width: 3.05 m | Draft: 2.44 m | Displacement: 6.9 t

Route of the expedition

The voyage began in Szczecin, with Tenerife as the first destination. From there, Captain Baranowski will set off alone on a great oceanic journey:

➡ Martinique → Panama → Tahiti → Fiji → Darwin → Mauritius → Durban → Cape Town

Why Rockforce on board?

Rockforce has always supported those who push the boundaries – of equipment, capabilities, and their own endurance. Captain Baranowski's voyage is exactly that: a challenge that requires unwavering strength and reliability.

Just like our tools in workshops and garages, this expedition proves that determination and solid foundations allow you to go further than you think.

We wish the captain fair winds and a safe journey!

We proudly follow each stage of this maritime story and believe that the Meteor voyage will inspire all those who dream of their own challenges, regardless of age and circumstances.

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źródło informacji i zdjęć: https://meteorhart.pl/