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A couple departs Harbortown Marina in Fort Lauderdale for a second attempt at a shakedown cruise toward Marathon Cay after retreating to port to avoid Atlantic hurricane activity.2:58 The crew navigates the Intracoastal Waterway and anchors outside Miami, then proceeds 17 nautical miles to Billy's Point at Elliott Key.11:35 Light winds of three to five knots and broadside swells make for slow progress, requiring five hours to cover the distance under sail and engine power.12:04 The crew manages tight-quarters maneuvering at the dock and encounters dolphins while paddleboarding near Elliott Key.0:16 The transit highlights the contrast between slow-paced coastal sailing and land-based travel speeds.11:21

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