Sam Holmes Sailingβίντεο
4 days solo sailing to Dominican Republic
23 Μαΐου 2025 · 23 λεπτά · 58K προβολές · Dominican Republic
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A solo sailor transits from St. Thomas to Samana, Dominican Republic, covering approximately 260 nautical miles in four days of light-wind conditions.2:36 The passage requires frequent use of a spinnaker to maintain boat speeds between 1 and 3 knots, as the prevailing winds remain consistently light.2:59 During the journey, the sailor climbs the mast to replace a broken soft shackle on the spinnaker halyard while underway.12:26 The autopilot malfunctions, forcing reliance on hand steering and a wind vane during periods of higher wind or squalls.4:07 Navigation involves dodging small islands and reefs, including a brief stop at an unnamed island for swimming.4:41 Upon arrival at Marina Puerto Bahia, the sailor experiences difficulty contacting marina staff via VHF radio and phone before eventually securing a slip.21:07 The trip concludes with the vessel docked at the marina, followed by local hiking.22:10 Maintaining a spinnaker in light air significantly improves progress, though the sail requires constant attention and manual trimming during wind shifts.2:47
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