London to Gosport | E007
10 May 2020 · 6 min · 158 views · Gosport
What this video covers
Yacht Zen Again completed a 37-hour passage from St Catherine Dock in London to Gosport.5:56 After departing the Thames via the lock at Tower Bridge, the crew motored past the Thames Barrier and the Queen Elizabeth Bridge due to light winds.1:34 Sailing conditions improved near the Medway, allowing for a steady run past Ramsgate and through the Princes Channel.1:54 Overnight, the wind died, necessitating motoring along the Kent coast toward Dungeness.4:37 The following morning, the crew encountered fog and drizzle between Dungeness and Beachy Head while navigating heavy commercial ferry traffic near Dover.4:54 The vessel arrived in the Solent at 9pm, navigating the entrance to Portsmouth at night.6:02 The cockpit setup features two redundant autopilot systems, including a budget-friendly Autopilot RAM unit, and iPads running iNavX or the Sailog app.2:51 Mike replaced his worn, slippery sea boots with warmer alternatives before the trip.5:27
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