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Chaos in the Ice Part 2 - Seasick knocked out #142 @XTripSailing Sailing Greenland
18 Αυγούστου 2023 · 44 λεπτά · 23K προβολές · Labrador Sea
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A crew sailing toward Nuuk, Greenland, struggles with mechanical failures, fuel shortages, and heavy ice navigation during a 1,500-nautical-mile passage. The vessel suffers from a broken heating system, as the water pump for the heating loop only functions while the engine is running, leading to freezing temperatures in the cabin.32:10 With diesel supplies running low, the crew must balance engine use for heat and speed against the need to reach port.14:06 Navigation is complicated by dense fog, snow, and frequent encounters with icebergs and ice floes, forcing the boat to alter course frequently to avoid collisions.1:23 The crew manages the passage by alternating watches, using a storm jib to maintain speed in high winds, and eventually switching to a genoa to conserve fuel.21:18 After four days of delays, the vessel approaches the coast of Greenland, relying on engine power to navigate against headwind as they near their destination.40:07 The experience highlights the logistical challenges of high-latitude sailing when critical systems like heating and fuel management fail.
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