Sailing Uma · video

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The crew of the vessel Uma completes a downwind passage to Norway, navigating through overcast conditions and mist using radar and AIS to monitor traffic separation zones.3:21 Upon arrival in the fjord of Fossand, the crew encounters a northern low-pressure system, necessitating the use of stern lines to secure the boat against shifting winds.5:56 Initial attempts to anchor in a shallow cove fail due to poor holding, forcing a move to deeper water.8:58 The crew anchors in 20 to 22 meters of water, utilizing a limited scope of approximately 2.5:1 with an oversized anchor.9:16 To monitor their position in the deep, unfamiliar bottom, they rely on chart plotter anchor alarms and mobile apps.9:53 They also use a Wi-Fi-linked iPad to map the bay’s bathymetry, contributing sonar data to Navionics charts.10:21 After waiting out the storm, the crew takes the dinghy ashore for a hike once the weather clears.13:13

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