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New Catamaran Owner's 1st Week Solo Sailing the Caribbean
23 Φεβρουαρίου 2025 · 29 λεπτά · 88K προβολές · Carriacou
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A new catamaran owner manages a series of mechanical failures and health setbacks during his first week of solo sailing in the Caribbean. After splashing the boat, he identifies a damaged crossbeam requiring professional welding and a faulty windlass caused by a worn-out gypsy and rusted chain.3:30 While transiting from Carriacou to Grenada Marine, he contracts dengue fever, delaying repairs.10:53 He eventually reaches the yard to weld the crossbeam and later replaces his 100-meter anchor chain in Martinique for 930 euro, significantly cheaper than the 1,900 USD quote received in Grenada.26:04 Throughout the passage, he navigates squalls and engine issues, including a failed starboard starter motor, which he resolves by replacing a blown fuse behind the alternator.19:10 He relies on Navionics for navigation and learns to maneuver the catamaran using independent engine controls.6:59 Despite the steep learning curve and equipment malfunctions, he successfully completes his first solo mooring in Le Marin.23:50
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