Much needed VACATION in Soldiers Cay BAHAMAS [E319]
22 December 2024 · 16 min · 1K views · Soldier Cay
What this video covers
Alex and Cory sail 22 nautical miles from the west side of Great Harbor Cay to Soldier Cay in the Bahamas.0:09 The crew beats against the wind, maintaining six knots in 12 knots of true wind.1:49 Upon arrival, Cory spears a lobster using a standard pole spear, which the family prepares as a meal.3:54 The crew also attempts to teach their children to swim using a paddleboard in the anchorage.8:04
Technical issues persist with the vessel's propulsion system following a previous rope entanglement in St. Mary's.11:27 The propeller's zinc anode sheared off, and the mounting bolts are bent.11:32 Alex plans to attempt an underwater repair using a dive tank to extract the damaged bolts, as no haul-out facilities are available nearby.11:55 The crew also reports a total loss of internet connectivity via their Island Wi-Fi service in the Berry Islands.11:11 They intend to relocate to a nearby anchorage, identified as Shark Creek Bay, to explore the mangroves.12:08
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