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Rounding the Cape of Good Hope - Not what we Expected!
26 February 2023 · 21 min · 138K views
What this video covers
The crew of the 40-ft catamaran Nahoa completes an Indian Ocean crossing, rounding Cape Agulhas and the Cape of Good Hope while en route to Cape Town, South Africa.0:03 Departing from the Knysna lagoon, the crew navigates the heads by timing their exit with the slack tide to avoid standing waves caused by strong currents and incoming wind.3:59 During the passage, the vessel maintains speeds of 12 to 13 knots downwind while flying a furling cruising code zero.13:38 The crew manages a steering system squeak, identifying a need to overhaul the hydraulic ram and steering arm upon arrival in Cape Town.18:57 They also plan to service Raymarine electronics and address interior headliners.19:20 The passage confirms that careful weather routing and passage planning significantly reduce the risks associated with rounding the southern tip of Africa.21:20 The crew emphasises that cruising with young children is feasible and rewarding, despite the added logistical challenges of provisioning and maintenance.1:26
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