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Sailing down the West Coast of Spain - Episode 62 - Sailing Yacht Zora
12 November 2021 · 20 min · 8K views · Galicia, Spain
What this video covers
Yacht Zora transits the coast of Spain and Portugal, navigating from Baiona to Vigo and then south toward Porto.1:04 During the passage, the crew encounters a high density of lobster pots and floating debris, requiring constant vigilance to avoid fouling the propeller.8:58 The vessel also navigates near the Mini Transat fleet, which had sought shelter in a marina due to a recent weather front.6:05 While sailing offshore, the crew balances the risk of encountering orcas against the high concentration of fishing gear closer to the coast.9:03 The autopilot is currently inoperable, forcing the crew to hand-steer or rely on sail balance.10:10 After departing Viana do Castelo, the crew experiences favorable 15-knot offshore winds, allowing them to sail at 6 to 7 knots under full canvas toward Porto.16:45 The crew avoids night sailing to minimize the risk of orca interactions.15:03
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