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Nothing is Free in Waterworld
10 July 2025 · 13 min · 2K views · Nova Scotia
What this video covers
A 60-ft Open 60 sailing east from Newfoundland toward Falmouth, England, requires significant maintenance and weather routing to manage a trans-Atlantic passage. The host cleans emulsified oil and debris from the bilges by hand to restore bilge pump efficiency, noting that the pump’s impeller and one-way valves struggle with claggy residue.▶ 2:51 The vessel utilizes Starlink to update AIS data every 15 minutes, providing a redundant source for ship tracking alongside PredictWind weather routing software.▶ 3:29 The host evaluates multiple weather models to navigate a ridge of high pressure and variable wind conditions, opting for a conservative sail plan using a second-reefed, 20-year-old mainsail.▶ 6:22 The boat features a water ballast system capable of holding six tons of water to improve righting moment, though the system requires further maintenance.▶ 7:33 The host is currently recruiting crew for the Fastnet race, emphasizing the high entry costs and the need for functional, well-maintained systems for offshore voyaging.▶ 10:09
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