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Cruising sailors anchored at the Cousteau Reserve near Ilet Pigeon, Guadeloupe, navigate the challenges of local provisioning and anchorage conditions. The crew, travelling in company with the sailboats Hélène and Lagherta, reports that the anchorage at Malendure is prone to rolling, similar to conditions experienced in Madeira.16:02 Provisioning requires careful navigation of local shops, where Leader Price and Carrefour Market offer similar pricing, while other local options remain expensive.14:20 The crew highlights the prevalence of unmarked fishing nets in the area, which pose a snagging hazard for anchor chains during retrieval.19:18 Navigation near the shore requires close attention to shallow rocks and tight manoeuvring space for dinghies.17:43 The area is a protected marine reserve where fishing is prohibited, though local enforcement remains inconsistent.4:16 The crew emphasises the importance of community among cruisers, sharing supplies and coordinating logistics to manage costs and maintenance tasks.19:59

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