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The crew of Doodles transits the Abaco Islands in the Bahamas, stopping at the village of Foxtown on Great Abaco to wait for favorable weather before continuing toward West End.0:54 To tow their dinghy, the crew uses a bridle attached to the hull to prevent fishtailing, maintaining a speed of eight to nine knots.1:32 They anchor outside the rocks in Foxtown, noting poor holding and limited depth, and use a handheld depth sounder to verify the approach to the local fuel dock at high tide.4:47 The village offers limited amenities, including two restaurants and a well-stocked market, though the area sees little cruiser traffic.8:14 After refueling at the town dock, the crew prepares to continue their passage.16:50 The stop confirms that while Foxtown lacks extensive infrastructure, it provides a functional, quiet harbor for provisioning and refueling in the northern Abacos.

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