A PERFECT Day in Shroud Cay | Sailing Exumas [E322]
2 February 2025 · 25 min · 2K views · Shroud Cay, Exumas
What this video covers
A family cruising the Exumas in the Bahamas explores Shroud Cay by dinghy and paddleboard, navigating mangrove channels and observing local wildlife including turtles and lizards.5:18 The crew manages the challenges of full-time cruising with two young children, balancing the demands of boat maintenance, sail handling, and interpersonal stress.14:11 The owners report difficulty with the dinghy’s idle settings and note the logistical complexity of capturing drone footage while managing children and a new vessel.20:01 During a short passage from Shroud Cay to Hawksbill Cay, the crew sails in 8 knots of wind on the beam, achieving speeds of 3.8 knots using only the headsail.20:48 The transit concludes with a successful anchor drop under sail, a maneuver the crew performs to minimize engine use.23:02 The family emphasizes the benefit of short, protected hops between islands in the Exumas to maintain a manageable pace and reduce onboard friction.19:37
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