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NOT What We Expected Out Here 😳 (Pacific Crossing Pt. 6 of 8) Sailing Vessel Delos Ep. 421
21 July 2023 · 21 min · 302K views · Pacific Ocean
What this video covers
The crew of SV Delos navigates a series of squalls while crossing the Intertropical Convergence Zone, or doldrums, during a Pacific Ocean passage.1:00 While approaching the equator, the boat encounters persistent 10-to-25-knot winds, allowing for consistent sailing rather than the expected calm conditions.17:23 The crew manages boat speed and wind angles to maintain a southerly course, occasionally hitting speeds of 10.7 knots.12:50 Technical challenges include a malfunctioning refrigerator fan, which requires dismantling galley cabinetry to replace, and the need for a makeshift air scoop to manage 32-degree cabin temperatures.11:01 The crew also performs drone recovery manoeuvres in heavy swells and prepares for traditional equator-crossing ceremonies for first-time participants.9:11 The passage highlights the unpredictability of equatorial weather, where the crew experiences both high-speed surfing in squalls and rare, sustained breeze in a region typically known for glassy, windless conditions.17:43
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