Sailing Zatara · video

What this video covers

The crew of Zatara fuels the boat at a harbour in the Bahamas, managing the departure in windy conditions by pivoting the stern off the dock using fenders and careful line handling.2:58 Keith Whitaker discusses his approach to selecting crew members, prioritising personal integrity and character over religious affiliation after past disappointments with previous crews.5:48 The vessel’s generator, a new unit with 100 hours of use, operates without its sound enclosure to save costs.1:00 The crew spends the day kite foiling and foil boarding behind the dinghy.12:50 To celebrate Kate’s 18th birthday, the family orchestrates a surprise visit from her brothers, Jack and Finn, who fly in to join the boat for the final week of the Bahamas season.14:15 The group engages in competitive games on board, emphasising the importance of maintaining close sibling relationships.16:24 The episode concludes with a preview of a future incident involving a dinghy striking a reef and damaging a propeller.19:46

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