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The crew of the 45-ft catamaran Zephyr prepares for a 500-nautical-mile passage from Freeport, Grand Bahama, to Beaufort, North Carolina.4:53 While staging in a protected, unfinished marina at Grand Bahama, the crew evaluates weather models on PredictWind to determine the optimal departure time.2:47 Although wind conditions appear favourable for a northerly route, residual swell from a recent cold front presents a risk of 6-foot seas if they depart immediately.8:36 After comparing GFS and other models, the crew decides to delay departure by 24 hours to allow the swell to subside to 3 feet and ensure a more comfortable ride for the crew and their two dogs.10:52 The planned route involves rounding the West End of Grand Bahama to enter the Gulf Stream, with potential contingency stops in Charleston or Myrtle Beach if the weather window closes.5:10

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