Boat Life It's TIME for Plan B! Puerto Rico Sailing GBU
11 Οκτωβρίου 2020 · 16 λεπτά · 89K προβολές · Puerto Rico
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Redundancy in critical boat systems prevents emergencies from escalating into disasters during coastal and offshore sailing. For steering, an emergency tiller arm attaches directly to the rudder shaft if the primary wheel system fails.3:19 To maintain propulsion after engine failure, a dinghy with a 15-horsepower outboard can hip-tow the vessel at 3.5 to 4 knots.6:44 If a furling headsail shreds at sea, an emergency stay—fashioned from repurposed standing rigging—allows for the deployment of a hank-on sail.4:16 Additional safety measures include maintaining a spare bilge pump, carrying multiple anchors and rodes for varied conditions, and keeping a portable Honda 2000 generator for power when solar output is insufficient.5:32 For daily operations, the crew utilizes a pressurized pump-up sprayer for showers and maintains multiple payment methods, including cash and separate bank cards, to mitigate issues with international financial institutions.13:53 Preparedness for system failures reduces panic and ensures the vessel remains manageable in challenging conditions.
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