Sailing La Vagabonde · video

What this video covers

The crew of La Vagabonde completes a series of maintenance tasks and upgrades in La Grande Motte, France, before departing for a coastal passage toward Marseille and Corsica.1:04 Repairs include tightening the rigging, performing the first engine service, calibrating holding tank gauges, and installing galley spice racks and shower mirrors.7:25 The crew also addresses minor electrical issues and attempts to troubleshoot internal speaker malfunctions.1:22 Following the refit, the vessel departs for a planned route to Calvi, Corsica, anticipating 25-knot winds.10:35 During the transit, the crew flies a Code D sail in 15 knots of apparent wind, reaching speeds of 16.7 knots before experiencing a round-up.11:10 The crew successfully douses the sail and transitions to motoring as wind conditions shift.11:44

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