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A professional skipper preparing a vessel for a passage from Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, to Porto Santo faces delays due to unfavorable northerly winds and sea states.▶ 3:12 The skipper, tasked with delivering the boat with an elderly owner and two dogs, prioritizes safety over schedule, opting to wait for a favorable weather window.▶ 3:59 While preparing the vessel, the skipper discovered that a local contractor failed to properly clean the boat's propeller despite charging 70 euros for the service.▶ 0:00 The skipper performed the cleaning personally to ensure the vessel's mechanical reliability.▶ 0:00 Additionally, the crew navigated logistical pressure from the marina, which required space for the upcoming ARC regatta, though they secured an extension to their stay.▶ 6:35 During the weather-enforced layover, the skipper explored Gran Canaria, including visits to Arguineguín and local social spots like the Sailor's Bar.▶ 5:39

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