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SAILING TO CANADA IN A ROCKET SHIP! (Finally in home waters!) - Ep 242
6 July 2025 · 14 min · 37K views
What this video covers
The crew of the Custom Aluminum sailboat Jibsea completes an offshore passage from Nantucket to Nova Scotia, Canada. During the final leg, they sail wing-on-wing in 23 to 25-knot winds, maintaining speeds between seven and nine knots. Due to favorable conditions, they extend their route by 80 nautical miles to make landfall in Lunenburg rather than their original destination. Upon arrival, they explore the town’s harbor, noting the presence of the 150-foot schooner Bluenose II. The crew subsequently cruises along the coast to Halifax, where they visit local ship chandleries and meet with fellow cruisers. The passage highlights the transition back to Canadian currency and domestic amenities. The crew notes that maintaining a consistent offshore rhythm and adjusting landfall plans based on wind and sea state allows for efficient progress during coastal transits.
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