Sailing SV Cordeliavideo

Emergency Repairs & FREE Power Explanation Before We Sail

10 February 2023 · 20 min · 789 views · Gran Canaria

What this video covers

The crew of SV Cordelia performs maintenance on their headsail in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, before departing for Cape Verde.Watch They repair a damaged UV strip on the sail using a dual-mode sewing machine on deck.0:58 The installation of a Duogen wind and water generator provides an additional power source for the vessel, with the unit requiring a manual head change to switch between wind-powered blades and water-powered operation.5:40 While in port, the crew also completes a veterinary health check for their dog, Gus, and provisions the boat for an Atlantic crossing.4:09 Following a final dinner with friends, the vessel departs Las Palmas at 07:00 for the transit south.16:39

Watch on YouTube

More from Sailing SV Cordelia

Expensive Mistake! Our Failed Portlights and Health Update YouTubeOct 2026I Found Out I Have a Heart Problem. Then Watched My Friend Get Airlifted 🚑 🚁Sept 2026He Left me ALONE in CENTRAL AMERICASept 2026We're back in RIO DULCE and the work starts NOW!Sept 2026

From Sailing SV Cordelia — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analysed video.

The Sailing Directory Newsletter

One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.

Report an issue