See me at sea · video

What this video covers

Nova Loman and her dog, Neno, depart a harbor after a three-night stay to begin their first sail of the season.0:10 The 1970s sailboat encounters inconsistent wind conditions, alternating between calm periods and sudden, powerful gusts.4:49 To manage the gusts, Loman reefs the genoa despite the light average wind speed, which fluctuates between two and six knots.4:44 The cold temperatures influence her decision to prioritize comfort over speed, leading her to maintain a conservative sail plan to avoid exposure.7:13 After completing the passage, she moors the vessel and takes Neno ashore.9:06

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