Sailing Yacht Ula · video

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Yacht Ula transits the Saronic Gulf and the coast of the Peloponnese, navigating between Poros, Hydra, and Monemvasia. The crew experiences highly variable wind conditions, ranging from near-calm periods requiring engine use to 21-knot gusts that create choppy seas.5:54 During a passage to Monemvasia, the crew reefs the main and Genoa and adjusts the traveler to maintain comfort in 18 to 21 knots of wind.6:08 Upon arrival in Monemvasia, the crew moves from a pontoon to a more protected berth to prepare for an incoming weather system forecast to bring winds up to 40 knots.12:05 While underway, the crew troubleshoots AIS target alarms and manages mooring lines to mitigate the effects of surging and snatching in crowded anchorages.10:50 Sahara dust clouds periodically impact visibility and air quality in the region.4:26 The crew supplements provisions with fresh produce from local vendors and explores the historic town of Monemvasia.8:09 Proper line management and berth selection provide essential protection when shifting from exposed pontoons to secure moorings ahead of high-wind events.

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