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Gee Tries Spearfishing

3 September 2023 · 9 min · 226K views · Vathi, Ithaca

What this video covers

The crew sails a 60-ft Jeanneau monohull, chartered from Navigar Yachting, through the Greek islands as part of a seven-boat flotilla.0:03 After an overnight raft-up, the crew departs a dock in shifting easterly winds that contradict the Windy app’s north-wind forecast.1:20 The vessel features in-mast furling and electric winches, which allow for single-handed operation despite its size.2:17 The crew navigates to Vathi, a small village with limited dock space for fewer than a dozen boats.4:26 Upon arrival, the crew secures a spot at the dock, where they snorkel and observe local spearfishing.5:54 The day concludes with a 25-minute hike to the summit of a nearby volcano to view the sunset, followed by a group meal in the village.7:05 The boat’s folding transom provides easy water access for swimming while underway.3:35

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Boats in this video

Island SPIRIT 525Their boatJeanneau YACHTS 60Toured

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