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#88. We are already leaving the Saintes archipelago 😢😢
8 March 2025 · 45 min · 9K views · Terre-de-Bas, Les Saintes
What this video covers
The crew of the catamaran Mister Tong spends three days anchored at Grande Baie, Terre-de-Bas, in the Îles des Saintes archipelago.0:27 The anchorage offers good protection and turquoise water, though the crew notes significant sand suspension caused by reef surf.30:40 After departing the Saintes, the vessel motors east to gain an angle before sailing toward Le Gosier, Guadeloupe, to avoid beating into 25-to-32-knot winds and heavy seas.17:36 Navigation in Guadeloupe requires constant vigilance for unmarked fishing gear and pots, which are frequently set in depths up to 80 meters.19:35 The crew reports frequent rain and unsettled weather in the region, which has increased swell in local anchorages.29:03 They utilize a mobile app called Sailing World Tour Adventure to simulate passage planning and sail trim, noting that the game allows users to select departure windows and reefing configurations based on real-time weather conditions.35:47 The crew confirms their boat, Mister Tong, is featured as an unlockable vessel within the application.32:58
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