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BIG SEAS, BIG DAY - Pushing Our Mini Cat Over 10 Knots
22 February 2026 · 28 min · 23K views · Central Coast, New South Wales
Bow slicing through choppy ocean waves under gray sky
What this video covers
A Prout Ltd. Snowgoose 37 Elite catamaran sailing north from Sydney, Australia, encounters heavy swells and northerly winds, reaching speeds of 11.6 knots.4:02 The crew navigates the coast while evaluating potential stops at Pittwater, Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, Nelson, and Forster.2:50 Due to concerns regarding night sailing and the tidal bar entrance at Forster, the crew decides to divert to Newcastle.12:45 They later express regret over this decision, noting that favorable wind conditions persisted overnight, which would have allowed them to reach Forster.14:32 While in Newcastle, the crew visits a 24-meter tugboat, the Svista Sister Maya, to observe harbor operations.16:10 The tug, powered by two V16 Caterpillar engines, assists a large coal ship in departing the dock by pulling and pushing the vessel to overcome limited rudder authority in the confined harbor.18:28 The crew discusses the importance of seizing opportunities and living in the moment, citing personal experiences with life-altering decisions and the necessity of clear communication between partners during passage planning.8:25
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