These Tiny Boats Are Crossing the Atlantic in Hurricane Season Ep 52
17 May 2026 · 18 min · 714 views · Île d'Yeu
Sailboat 954 docked, crew prepping for Atlantic race
What this video covers
A Baltic Yachts 42 DP navigates the Bay of Biscay in September, managing tidal constraints and weather windows while transiting from Pornichet to Les Sables d'Olonne.0:33 The crew stops at Ile-d'Yeu, where they navigate a channel with a 1.5-meter depth at low tide.0:52 Upon arrival in Les Sables d'Olonne, the crew secures a berth in the outer harbor after initially being denied entry to the main marina.6:01 The transit requires careful timing to avoid grounding and to stay ahead of 40-to-50-knot winds and 6-meter seas common in the region during late season.1:08 While in Les Sables d'Olonne, the crew observes the preparations for the Mini Transat, a solo transatlantic race featuring 6.5-meter boats.11:14 These vessels, some utilizing scow bows and foils, are scheduled to depart during hurricane season for a 4,500-mile passage.12:09 The crew also performs minor maintenance, including a sink drain repair, while planning further coastal stops.4:39 Successful navigation in the Bay of Biscay during autumn relies on monitoring local harbor depths and adjusting routes to match shifting weather windows.1:01
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