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6,000 Miles from Paradise to... THIS?
28 October 2025 · 16 min · 13K views · North Pacific Ocean
What this video covers
A Swan 37 named Latifa completes an 18-day, 2,700-mile passage across the North Pacific from Hawaii to Port Townsend, Washington.11:35 The crew encounters persistent cold, damp fog and temperatures dropping from 26°C to 12°C while sailing downwind in light to moderate conditions.5:36 The vessel utilises a jib and staysail configuration for the final leg, as the boat does not sail efficiently dead downwind.4:31 Wildlife sightings include fin, sei, and sperm whales, along with various albatross and storm petrel species.9:33 Upon arrival in Port Townsend, the crew plans a major refit, specifically targeting the deck, hatches, and re-caulking to address chronic leaks experienced during the voyage.12:19 The passage concludes a three-month journey for the five-person crew, who transition to land-based activities in the Pacific Northwest.12:50 Maintaining morale during long, grey watches involves daily exercise routines on deck and the use of insulated drink flasks.7:59
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