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Matthias and Luisa, sailing the 34-foot Saddler *Wanderling*, transit from Nassau to West End, Grand Bahama, and then across the Gulf Stream to Fort Pierce, Florida. To avoid the approaching hurricane season, the crew departs Nassau for a 130-mile passage to Freeport, utilizing a spinnaker in light 8-to-10-knot winds.1:45 Upon arrival at West End, they anchor in a derelict, abandoned harbor project, navigating a narrow, unlit channel through a reef by sight.6:06 After clearing customs, the crew prepares for an 80-mile overnight crossing of the Gulf Stream toward Florida.10:37 During the transit, the Gulf Stream provides a significant speed boost, pushing their speed over ground to 8 knots while their speed through water remains at 5 knots.12:41 The final approach to Fort Pierce involves navigating through nighttime thunderstorms and heavy vessel traffic.13:20 The passage concludes with their arrival in Fort Pierce, marking the start of a planned six-month cruise along the United States coast.13:52

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