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S/V Coralia - Coastal Sailing from Port Canaveral to Stuart FL
2 June 2026 · 5 min · 2K views · Stuart, Florida
S/V Coralia sails under full canvas off Florida coast
What this video covers
The Cabo RICO 38, named Coralia, departs Port Canaveral, Florida, for a coastal transit to Stuart, Florida.Watch Light winds of eight knots initially provide five knots of boat speed, but the wind shifts dead astern, forcing the crew to motor for three hours to reach Fort Pierce.0:26 Upon arrival, a tripped windlass breaker prevents electric anchor deployment, requiring the crew to anchor manually until they locate the breaker.1:57 After reaching the St. Lucie Inlet, the vessel secures a mooring ball in Stuart.2:29 A forecasted storm brings 40-knot gusts and rain for 36 hours.3:11 The crew prepares by securing hatches and relying on a wind generator to maintain battery levels, as low light limits solar output.3:33 The vessel remains sheltered in the mooring field throughout the weather event, with the wind generator successfully keeping the battery bank charged despite the gusty conditions.4:16
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