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FIRST time MED-MOORING in ROME Italy - Ep 154
8 September 2023 · 15 min · 16K views · Sardinia
What this video covers
The crew of the sailboat Gypsy completes their first med-mooring maneuver at a marina near Rome, Italy, after a calm, overnight motor from Sardinia.6:39 Lacking experience with stern-to docking, they rely on the marina’s lazy line system, which they retrieve using a boat hook to secure the bow.7:38 The crew notes the importance of identifying the correct, thicker end of the lazy line to ensure proper tension.7:28 Because they lack a dedicated gangway, they utilize boards provided by the marina to access the dock.8:45 Following the arrival, the crew spends two days touring Rome, visiting the Trevi Fountain, St. Peter's Basilica, the Roman Forum, and the Colosseum.10:02 They emphasize the benefit of early morning starts to avoid long queues and peak heat, noting that arriving before 9:00 a.m. significantly reduced wait times at major sites.11:49 The experience confirms that calm, windless conditions are ideal for first-time med-mooring.7:21
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