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Dangerous anchorage
15 July 2026 · 12 min · 1K views · Velas, São Jorge
What this video covers
The crew of the Regina, a sailboat anchored off the island of São Jorge in the Azores, maintains their position during a period of 26-knot gusts and 2-meter swell.3:41 Despite the exposed, windward anchorage, the crew chooses to remain at anchor rather than seek a berth in the local marina, citing their confidence in their ground tackle and the predicted short duration of the front.1:22 To prepare for a potential emergency departure, they secure the dinghy on deck and keep the engine ready for immediate use.3:12 The host compares weather models, noting that the ECMWF model accurately predicted the wind conditions, while the GFS model failed to forecast the wind direction correctly.6:10 The vessel is equipped with a 25kg Vulcan anchor and 80 meters of chain, supplemented by a spare 20kg Rocna and a Fortress anchor.10:16 The crew emphasizes that anchoring on a windward shore should be avoided whenever possible, as the combination of swell and wind poses a significant risk of dragging onto the rocks.10:59
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