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CRUISING ALUMINUM SAILBOAT: GOING WITH THE FLOW - Ep 223
9 February 2025 · 15 min · 36K views · U.S. Virgin Islands
What this video covers
The crew of the aluminum sailboat Jibsea navigates from the U.S. Virgin Islands toward St. Martin, adjusting their route to account for unfavorable winds and sea states. After a stop in Red Hook, St. Thomas, to restock provisions, the crew departs for a staging point near Virgin Gorda.8:26 To avoid motoring into a headwind and choppy seas on the south side of the islands, they choose a northern route into open ocean, which provides a better wind angle for sailing.10:11 Although the direct distance is 22 nautical miles, the crew sails 41 nautical miles to maintain a favorable point of sail and avoid using the engine.13:54 The passage involves light winds and requires consistent hand steering to manage sail trim.15:07 Upon arrival, the crew prepares for an 80-nautical-mile overnight passage to St. Martin, monitoring weather windows to optimize battery charging and wind conditions.14:56
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