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What this video covers

A crew sailing from Costa Rica to Mexico experiences extended periods of calm in the Pacific Ocean, forcing them to rely on motors and favourable currents to maintain forward progress. During light-wind conditions, the boat averages between 2 and 6 knots, occasionally drifting while the crew waits for wind shifts.3:07 To manage power consumption, the crew hand-steers to conserve battery life, as the sail configuration blocks solar panels from charging the system.17:08 The crew utilises the downtime to perform meal prep, swim, and observe marine life, including dolphins and turtles.5:16 Despite the lack of consistent wind, the vessel maintains a variable daily pace, ranging from 20 to 110 miles depending on the breeze and current.16:32 The crew anticipates several more days of light winds before reaching a region with more consistent trade winds.17:38

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