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Navigating the Lombok Strait requires precise timing to manage tidal currents that reach speeds of 8 knots.0:39 The passage between Bali and Lombok spans 30 nautical miles and features unpredictable standing waves and intense current rips.0:23 During a transit, the crew of a small sailboat encountered significant current-induced speed fluctuations, at times dropping to less than 1 knot of forward progress against the flow.11:52 The vessel relied on a combination of wind and engine power, though the engine proved ineffective when the boat heeled significantly.8:01 Hazards in the strait include unlit fish aggregation devices (FADs) and extensive, unmarked pearl farms that require constant vigilance and the use of spotlights at night.3:16 Satellite charts assist in identifying potential obstructions, but local knowledge and visual confirmation remain essential for safe navigation.13:51 The crew successfully reached a mooring in Lombok after a challenging, multi-hour transit, highlighting the necessity of planning for both current cycles and potential engine limitations in high-flow channels.17:54

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