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Our First Failed 1000 Mile Offshore Passage
27 Οκτωβρίου 2024 · 22 λεπτά · 25K προβολές · Lunei Beach
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A crew attempting a 1,000-mile offshore passage from Luganville, Vanuatu, to Bundaberg, Australia, aborts the voyage shortly after departure due to unfavorable conditions and a lack of preparation. The sailors initially struggle with strong tidal currents reaching 5–6 knots at the George’s Philippa Pass, which force them to turn back once before attempting a second departure.13:07 Once in open water, the crew encounters light, inconsistent winds and sloppy seas, resulting in speeds as low as 1.6 knots.16:09 Concerns regarding limited water reserves—approximately 75 liters—and a general feeling of being unprepared lead the crew to return to their original anchorage in Vanuatu.13:50 The decision to cancel the passage follows a period of rushing to leave the country, which the crew identifies as a primary factor in their lack of readiness.17:54 The sailors conclude that waiting for a more reliable weather window and better preparation is preferable to forcing a long-distance transit under suboptimal conditions.19:04
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