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A 30-hour downwind passage from Malta to Monastir, Tunisia, involves 20 to 25-knot winds and two-metre swells.0:53 During the transit, the crew experiences gusts up to 33 knots, necessitating a second reef in the mainsail.5:24 While lowering the mainsail upon arrival in 22-knot winds, two battens fall overboard and are lost.10:06 Customs procedures in Monastir require a mandatory boat inspection, the confiscation of the drone, and a small gift or bribe to expedite the process.10:37 Once docked, the crew initiates a month-long series of boat projects, including commissioning new stainless steel for a Bimini arch, replacing canvas work, and repairing a Webasto heater using salvaged parts from a neighbouring vessel.13:47 They also troubleshoot a malfunctioning windlass chain counter and source fresh produce from local markets.17:12

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