OFF GRID in Remote Indonesia. This is LIVING🏄♂️ W Max and Occy ... Ep 255
9 January 2022 · 21 min · 59K views · West Sumatra
What this video covers
The crew of the 40-foot sailboat Nandji - Frothlyfe arrives in West Sumatra, Indonesia, to pursue remote surfing opportunities.0:23 To accommodate a new crew member, the family reorganizes the interior, moving gear from the V-berth to the aft cabin.0:34 Before departing, the owner replaces the windlass gearbox, which had been slipping gears, using a part delivered by the incoming guest.4:07 The crew then navigates through shallow reef passes to reach open water, covering 60 nautical miles in light winds while flying an asymmetrical spinnaker.5:36 Upon reaching their destination, they anchor in an exposed area to access surf breaks, requiring constant monitoring of dark clouds and potential 50-knot Sumatra squalls.13:09 The crew spends several days surfing and snorkeling in clear, warm water near a local fishing village.18:40 The trip highlights the logistical challenges of maintaining a boat in remote regions and the necessity of balancing sailing duties with the pursuit of surf conditions.
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