Sailing Nova Vitavideo
Relaxing sailing from Millport to Troon
26 May 2024 · 12 min · 847 views · Firth of Clyde
What this video covers
Alison and John sail Nova Vita from Millport to Troon on a calm April morning, departing their mooring under sail to practise light-wind manoeuvres.0:59 The 25-nautical-mile coastal passage features light northeasterly winds between 5 and 12 knots, allowing for a relaxed pace. The crew maintains a reefed mainsail early in the trip to avoid arriving at the destination before their scheduled lunchtime arrival.4:01 As the wind drops to zero near Horse Island and Ardrossan, they engage the engine to complete the final leg.7:22 Upon arrival at Troon Yacht Haven, the crew contacts the marina office to confirm their berth assignment on pontoon E, berth 05.11:31 They prepare lines and fenders for a port-side tie-up before docking.8:14 The stop in Troon provides the crew with an opportunity to resupply and perform maintenance, specifically the installation of a new anchor windlass.11:43
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