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The crew of the 40-ft catamaran Uma reports from Curacao on November 23, detailing ongoing refit projects and a shift in their upcoming cruising route.Watch Recent technical work includes installing an electric motor, new batteries, and a Cape Horn self-steering system, alongside the removal of the transmission for motor maintenance.0:46 The crew notes that their copper-based bottom paint facilitates easier cleaning despite rapid growth in the local bay.4:06 Due to visa requirements for Colombia, the itinerary now includes stops in Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, and Mexico before proceeding to Cuba and the United States.5:12 The crew currently awaits a replacement laptop to resume video editing.0:22 They utilize the local dinghy dock and Wi-Fi hub known as Pirate's Nest for internet access and socializing with other cruisers.5:35

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