The CRAZIEST place I have EVER TAKEN MY BOAT! - (Episode 239)
17 December 2023 · 17 min · 210K views · Makatea
What this video covers
The crew of the 45-foot catamaran Parlay Revival navigates the Tuamotu Islands in French Polynesia, encountering challenging conditions at the Rangiroa Atoll pass where strong currents and breaking waves complicate entry.1:04 After successfully transiting the pass, the crew sails 30 miles to the southeastern corner of the atoll in 30-knot winds to explore.6:01 The vessel later attempts to visit Makatea, an island characterised by deep water and a lack of traditional anchoring options.8:09 With no mooring balls available, the captain manoeuvres the catamaran into a narrow, shallow dock at high tide, leaving only one foot of clearance under the keels.10:51 Due to a surge slamming the boat against the dock, the crew departs and rafts up with another vessel to spearfish for wahoo.11:56 Increasing swell eventually forces them to abandon the stop and sail to Tahiti.14:12 The crew emphasises the necessity of flexibility when cruising, as changing weather and local conditions frequently dictate itinerary adjustments.14:38
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