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Life On A Boat - Dominica & Martinique
20 November 2018 · 23 min · 10K views · Dominica
What this video covers
A 50-foot sailboat transits from Îles des Saintes to Portsmouth, Dominica, and then to Saint-Pierre, Martinique, encountering variable wind conditions ranging from calm to 30-knot gusts. During the 20-mile passage to Portsmouth, Sargassum seaweed clogs a deck drain, causing water to back up into the washing machine and trigger the bilge pump.2:07 Upon arrival in Saint-Pierre, the crew discovers their anchor is fouled on an unmarked, submerged fishing net extending from the shore; the skipper dives to clear the chain before re-anchoring.15:49 The passage to Martinique involves navigating through squalls, requiring the crew to reef the genoa and monitor radar for storm tracking.18:12 Throughout the voyage, the crew utilizes mooring services provided by the Portsmouth Association of Yacht Services (PAYS) and coordinates with other cruising vessels for social activities and local tours.3:57 The crew emphasizes the importance of checking anchor placement by diving after setting, especially in areas with potential underwater obstructions like fishing nets.20:38
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