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The Open 66 Envy experienced significant performance degradation after sitting for three weeks in Johor Bahru, where tropical growth and a heavy carpet of black mussels accumulated on the hull.1:35 During a 500-nautical-mile transit through the Singapore Strait and Malacca Strait, the vessel struggled to maintain speed, recording only one knot at 1,000 RPM.1:43 To mitigate risks from heavy commercial traffic, floating debris, and fishing gear, the crew limited travel to daylight hours and anchored overnight among tankers and commercial vessels.2:48 Timo cleaned the propeller, rudder, and approximately one meter of the hull below the waterline while in the water, despite strong currents and the risk of crocodiles.5:01 He kept the dinghy outboard running nearby as a deterrent while working.4:33 This partial cleaning improved the boat's speed through the water for the remainder of the passage.5:51

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