ep5 Sailing Garrucha to Cartagena. Sailing Vessel Reality
5 January 2024 · 19 min · 89 views · Calabardina
What this video covers
The crew of the sailing vessel Reality navigates the Spanish coast between Garrucha and Cartagena, stopping in Calabardina and Isla Tabarca. In Calabardina, the crew struggles to set the anchor in a seabed dominated by seagrass, requiring three attempts to find a sandy patch for secure holding.2:21 The bay offers protection from northeasterly swells, though local regulations restrict access to the shore.1:51 Later, at Isla Tabarca, located 10 miles from Alicante, the crew warns of shallow, rocky areas near the entrance that require careful navigation.10:40 While anchored at Isla Tabarca, a sudden shift in wind direction causes the vessel to swing 180 degrees, raising concerns about the anchor's hold in the seagrass bottom as weather conditions deteriorate.18:19 The crew manages daily operations, including meal preparation and hull maintenance, while navigating coastal waters and managing anchor security in varying wind conditions.
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