CRAZY OFFSHORE SAILING EXPERIENCE FOR THE CREW 😲 - Episode 188
25 December 2022 · 19 min · 152K views · Costa Rica
What this video covers
The crew of the Lagoon 450 catamaran *Parlay Revival* sails from Tamarindo, Costa Rica, to Golfito, Costa Rica, encountering unforecasted 20-knot winds and 3-meter seas during the overnight passage.7:37 The vessel maintains a consistent 10-knot speed downwind, significantly exceeding the predicted 4-knot average based on the 10-to-12-knot forecast.8:25 During the transit, the crew lands a 30-pound yellowfin tuna and spots a sailfish while sailing at 8 knots, requiring immediate sail management to maintain control in the heavy sea state.4:48 Upon arrival in Golfito, the crew prepares the boat for a multi-week layup, emphasizing the importance of filling fuel tanks completely to prevent condensation.16:38 The passage concludes with the owner departing for New Zealand, leaving the vessel in the care of a hired caretaker and the remaining crew.1:13 The experience highlights the challenges of managing high-performance sailing conditions and the necessity of maintaining situational awareness during unforecasted weather shifts.
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