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Adam and Luke sail their boat, *Atlas*, down the east coast of Australia toward Port Macquarie.0:31 To maintain stability in 15-knot winds, they employ a twin headsail configuration with a triple-reefed mainsail centered on the boat.0:46 During the approach to the Port Macquarie bar, the crew misinterprets the leading lights, initially steering into a red sector toward breaking surf.14:39 They realize the error, tack away, and successfully navigate the entrance by aligning with the green sector lights.20:18 The crew notes that the bar conditions were misleadingly calm on the harbor camera, but the outgoing tide created significant surf.18:24 After anchoring, they explore the local coastal path and the community-painted rocks.22:06 The experience highlights the necessity of verifying navigation sectors on Navionics and understanding local tidal effects on bar crossings before attempting an entrance.19:18

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