Maruzza's Horizonsvideo
If Living on a Sailboat Scares You, You’re Getting It Wrong
26 July 2026 · 9 min · 1K views · Antipsara
What this video covers
Giuseppe is sailing his boat, Maruzza, through the Aegean Sea to test systems in preparation for a planned voyage to Senegal.▶ 0:24 While anchored at the remote island of Antipsara, he attempts to spearfish, finding that the most productive grounds are located only 100 metres from the boat rather than at the distant, surf-heavy points he initially targeted.▶ 2:56 After two days, he relocates to a nearby anchorage, timing his departure for 3 p.m. to ensure the sun is behind him, which improves visibility of shallow reefs.▶ 3:21 He sails with two reefs in the mainsail and a small jib, managing the anchor retrieval by hand due to the wind.▶ 3:56 Upon reaching the harbour at Psara, he prepares for docking by coiling sheets, setting fenders, and readying a stern anchor.▶ 7:19 The transit between islands involves close-hauled and beam-reach sailing, with the engine used only for final harbour manoeuvres.▶ 6:39
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