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First Day Of Our Transatlantic Voyage And It's ROUGH.
23 October 2026 · 24 min · 15K views · US East Coast continental shelf
What this video covers
A 80-ft race boat is currently crossing the Atlantic Ocean from the United States toward the Canary Islands, navigating the Gulf Stream in 35-knot winds.15:06 The crew is sailing under a J5 jib to avoid the risk of crash-gybing in the choppy conditions created by the Gulf Stream’s current opposing the northerly wind.7:19 The vessel is currently maintaining speeds between 7 and 8 knots.0:40 To manage the crew’s fatigue and seasickness, the captain implemented a watch system and prioritized hygiene in the heads to prevent illness.9:37 Maintenance tasks performed before departure included replacing a failing fuel lift pump on the main engine, which showed a leaking diaphragm.19:40 The boat utilizes a day tank with a cone bottom to settle moisture before fuel reaches the Racor filters, providing a redundant fuel delivery system.19:15 The crew plans to raise the mainsail once the wind subsides, which is expected within 24 hours.8:53
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