Velero Regina · video

What this video covers

Javi, sailing the boat Régimen, navigates the acceleration zone between La Gomera and Tenerife to test the vessel in forecasted 30-to-35-knot winds.0:06 Before entering the wind corridor, the crew prepares by reefing the mainsail with three reefs and rigging the staysail.8:40 Javi explains the necessity of tensioning only the windward running backstay to counteract mast flex caused by the staysail, noting that tensioning both would dangerously restrict the mainsail boom.6:40 The crew removes deck cushions to prevent water damage and dons life jackets in anticipation of heavy conditions.5:36 Upon reaching the corridor, the wind speed fluctuates between 18 and 20 knots, significantly lower than the expected 30-to-35-knot gusts.10:22 As the wind lightens to 10-11 knots, the crew shakes out reefs and deploys the Code Zero to maintain speed.13:51 The passage demonstrates that wind acceleration zones near high islands like La Gomera require specific sail configurations and backstay management to handle sudden, localized gusts.

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