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Tornado on Peristera! Sailing in the Northern Sporades - Skopelos & Alonnisos / Long-distance sailing

15 June 2025 · 16 min · 1K views

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The crew of the Lagoon 410 S2 *Suria* cruises the Northern Sporades, navigating the islands of Skopelos, Peristera, and Alonnisos. While anchoring in these waters, the crew frequently encounters extensive seagrass beds, necessitating careful selection of small sand patches to ensure proper holding. At the island of Peristera, the crew utilizes land lines to secure the vessel in a narrow, crowded bay, eventually rafting alongside four other boats. During their stay, a waterspout passes near the anchorage, an event forecasted by local weather reports. The crew performs routine maintenance, including repairing a torn oarlock bracket on their dinghy, and manages provisioning at small island markets. Navigation between anchorages involves both sailing in 15-knot winds and motoring during calm periods. The crew emphasizes the importance of monitoring anchorages for wind direction, noting that specific bays like Kap Amarandos are unsuitable during westerly winds, while others like Staphylos and Milia require vigilance regarding sea state and bottom composition.

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