Sailing SV Delosvideo
24 Hours UNFILTERED: Real Life On The Open Ocean (Pacific Crossing Pt. 3 of 8) S.V. Delos Ep. 418
23 June 2023 · 25 min · 305K views · Pacific Ocean
What this video covers
The crew of the 53-foot SV Delos maintains a daily routine while crossing the South Pacific Ocean toward the Marquesas. During the fifth day of the passage, the crew adjusts the sail plan by dousing the headsails and deploying an asymmetrical spinnaker to optimize performance in shifting northerly winds, reaching speeds of 9.8 knots.6:02 The crew manages daily tasks including meal preparation, laundry, and exercise while navigating at approximately 17 degrees north, 116 degrees west.2:27 The passage involves four adults and one infant, with the crew focusing on maintaining a steady watch schedule and managing fishing lines.1:56 The vessel covers 64 miles in a 24-hour period.20:27 The crew utilizes a handheld manual food chopper for meal prep and plays Yahtzee to pass time during the transit.14:45
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