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Solo Sailboat Life: Anchoring, Spearfishing & Ocean Hunting!
12 July 2026 · 9 min · 527 views · Skiros
Giuseppe's sailboat Maruzza anchored in desert bay at golden hour
What this video covers
Giuseppe, sailing the Aegean Sea aboard his boat Maruzza, departs the port of Skiros to avoid potential damage from incoming heavy weather.1:29 He seeks shelter in a bay protected from north winds, prioritizing an anchorage over the risks of being squeezed between larger yachts in a crowded harbor.1:15 Before settling in, he reefs the mainsail twice and sets a small jib to ensure the boat remains ready for sudden nighttime gusts.2:02 He also takes visual bearings of the bay’s exit to facilitate a safe departure in darkness.2:20 While anchored, he practices spearfishing along a rocky drop-off, successfully landing a grouper.5:51 He notes that the shot hit the fish's skull without passing through, nearly resulting in the loss of his spear tip.6:10 After cleaning the catch, he emphasizes the importance of scrubbing the cockpit to prevent attracting wasps.7:10 He eventually departs the anchorage for Psara once the wind subsides.8:45
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