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EP35 - SOLO Sailing & ANCHORING at Cat Harbor CATALINA | Dec 9, 2023
29 December 2023 · 34 min · 8K views
What this video covers
A solo sailor transits from Long Beach, California, to Cat Harbor on Santa Catalina Island, covering approximately 21.9 nautical miles in variable wind conditions.15:33 The passage involves motor-sailing with a reefed mainsail and a headsail, navigating through kelp patches and light winds that fluctuate between 3 and 15 knots.5:38 The autopilot exhibits erratic behavior during the transit, requiring manual steering adjustments near the island.20:42 Upon arrival at Cat Harbor, the sailor anchors in 42 feet of water using a 45-lb Mantus anchor, initially deploying 150 feet of rode before extending it to improve scope during overnight wind shifts.29:37 The sailor tests T-Mobile home internet as a lower-cost alternative to Starlink, finding intermittent connectivity at the anchorage.28:12 Onboard systems include a Mr. Heater Buddy for cabin warmth, though the boat lacks hot water, refrigeration, and a dedicated heating system.32:52 The trip concludes with a successful overnight stay at anchor, confirming the effectiveness of the ground tackle despite initial concerns regarding scope and local wind conditions.33:27
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