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She might hate me after this!

20 April 2025 · 26 min · 221K views · Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera

What this video covers

The crew of Doodles transits from Governor's Harbor to Rock Sound in the Bahamas, navigating a 20-mile coastal passage in light winds.5:54 Before departing Governor's Harbor, the crew attempts to repair a faulty tachometer by bypassing the digital controller, but the fix fails.7:17 They anchor in Rock Sound using a Mantus anchor, which provides reliable holding in the shallow, protected bay.7:47 While exploring the settlement, the crew discovers a 34-foot sport fisher that has sunk at the town dock, likely due to a failed through-hull fitting.17:28 Local activities in Rock Sound include hiking to Cathedral Cave and visiting a nearby blue hole.19:06 The crew notes that restaurant availability in the area is inconsistent due to staggered operating days, and they warn followers about social media scams involving fake accounts using the channel's branding to solicit money.9:11 The crew maintains a policy of waiting for favorable weather windows rather than attempting passages in marginal conditions.9:06

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