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Post Ship to the Great North [Ep 4]
22 August 2025 · 25 min · 73K views · Pendrel Sound
What this video covers
A Cape George Cutter 36, *Magic Carpet*, navigates the tidal passages of British Columbia’s Discovery Islands while awaiting a mail delivery in Refuge Cove.3:17 The crew, Maya and Aladino, must time their transit through constricted channels like Hole in the Wall to coincide with slack water, avoiding dangerous whirlpools and currents that can reach 16 knots in nearby Seymour Narrows.14:49 After receiving replacement XLR cables via general delivery to resolve persistent static hiss in their audio recordings, the crew follows a local vessel through a narrow, shallow back entrance into the Octopus Islands.19:58 The transit requires precise timing and coordination, as the passage takes approximately 15 minutes to navigate, leaving a narrow window of calm water.15:52 The crew confirms the new cables successfully eliminate the need for post-processing EQ.23:34 Proper timing of slack water is essential for safe navigation through constricted coastal channels where tidal currents can overwhelm a vessel.
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