El Viaje de Bohemia · video

What this video covers

A couple sailing a sailboat from St. Augustine, Florida, toward New York City encounters engine cooling issues and heavy weather during a multi-day coastal passage. Before departure, the crew discovers the engine's raw water strainer is clogged with debris and shells, causing the coolant reservoir to run dry.3:30 After cleaning the strainer and applying marine grease to the lid for easier future access, they depart St. Augustine, navigating through breaking waves at the inlet.8:20 Once offshore, they utilize the Gulf Stream to increase their speed to 10 knots, though they face intense squalls that break a lazy jack line, requiring a mast climb to repair while underway in calm conditions.22:21 Lacking an AIS system, the crew relies on visual watch-keeping and a handheld strobe light to signal nearby cargo ships, particularly when passing the high-traffic Cape Hatteras area.23:00 They manage engine cooling concerns and monitor weather forecasts via VHF radio’s WX channel.24:33 The crew maintains a watch schedule and manages the boat’s motion while dealing with the challenges of keeping a dog onboard during a long-distance transit.14:32

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