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The ocean like a millpond
18 May 2020 · 2 min · 3K views · Chilean Coast
What this video covers
Pedro Jimenez motors the 40-foot sailboat Copérnico de Oblón toward Concepción, Chile, in calm, flat conditions.0:19 The crew departed six hours prior to take advantage of a weather window, as they lack favorable north winds for sailing.Watch The lack of wind and sea state allows for progress that would otherwise be impossible against prevailing conditions.0:05 Onboard, the crew maintains a rotating watch schedule, with Carolina currently serving as the watch officer.1:09 Mónica spends the transit reading while the crew cleans the boat's windows.0:59 The vessel maintains a steady pace despite the absence of wind, prioritizing forward movement toward the destination over technical sailing.2:06
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