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WE SAILED OVERNIGHT from Antigua to St Martin
21 September 2025 · 14 min · 234 views · Antigua and Barbuda
What this video covers
Nova Vita completed a 101-mile overnight passage from Antigua to Saint Martin in 28 hours, averaging 3.6 knots.▶ 10:30 The crew departed Antigua on 26 April, clearing customs and completing the Demarche Francais for entry into French Saint-Martin.▶ 0:39 Light winds and heavy cloud cover necessitated engine use to maintain progress and charge batteries, as solar output remained insufficient.▶ 4:11 During the transit, large mats of sargassum weed repeatedly triggered the wind vane’s safety mechanism, forcing the rudder to flip up and requiring manual resets.▶ 5:50 The crew encountered squalls and variable winds, ultimately anchoring in Bay de Marigo.▶ 9:57 Upon arrival, the vessel entered the lagoon via the bridge, which operates on a scheduled lift system.▶ 13:01 The crew utilised pan holders for galley stability and maintained a watch system during the passage.▶ 1:08 The trip concluded with the vessel anchored in the French side of the lagoon, with plans to explore local facilities and visit friends.▶ 11:07
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