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Should We Swap Our Sailboat for One of These? | S3 Ep 13
7 June 2026 · 16 min · 3K views · Pangkor Island
Crew member clears propeller underwater beside sailboat hull
What this video covers
The crew of the Open 66 navigates the Malacca Strait toward Pangkor, Malaysia, encountering heavy fishing traffic and numerous nets that necessitate daylight travel.0:57 Upon arrival, they anchor in a sheltered bay on the south side of the island.2:41 During departure, the boat experiences performance issues caused by a large plastic bag wrapped around the propeller, which requires an underwater inspection and manual removal.5:24 While in the area, the crew inspects a secondhand carbon jib and replaces a worn stainless steel ball joint in the autopilot system, noting this is the third such failure in six years.11:20 The vessel then prepares for the final leg toward Langkawi, a major regional hub for cruising sailors.12:24 The passage highlights the challenges of navigating high-traffic shipping lanes and the necessity of routine maintenance for critical steering and propulsion components.
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