Sailing SV Cordeliaβίντεο
SAILING LIFE without a CAR, Saving a DINGHY at DEATHS DOOR
11 Αυγούστου 2023 · 18 λεπτά · 1K προβολές · Carriacou Island
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The crew of SV Cordelia repairs a damaged Hypalon dinghy while anchored in Grand Mal, Grenada, after an eight-week period of inactivity.0:23 To ensure a durable bond in high temperatures, the repair process involves abrading the Hypalon surface to remove the shine, degreasing with toluene, and mixing the adhesive with an activator and a small amount of toluene to improve flow.8:17 The crew applies two thin coats of glue to both the patch and the dinghy surface, finishing with 19 patches applied over three days.16:11
The owners also discuss the logistical challenges of cruising the Caribbean with their dog, Gus.10:52 While travel in the Mediterranean was straightforward, Caribbean entry requirements necessitate frequent veterinary health certificates and rabies titer tests, with some islands like St. Lucia and St. Vincent and the Grenadines imposing strict restrictions on pets.14:40 Future plans remain flexible, with potential interest in visiting the northern Caribbean or Guatemala for boat maintenance before considering a transit through the Panama Canal.11:30
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