Catamaran Mistertong · video

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The crew of the catamaran Mistertong prepares for a passage from Malendur, Guadeloupe, to Les Saintes while performing routine maintenance and boat management tasks.0:19 After enjoying the snorkeling at the Cousteau Reserve, the owners decide to relocate the vessel to a quieter anchorage near Anse à la Barque to avoid crowds and improve water quality for swimming.5:36 The crew monitors weather forecasts, waiting for wind conditions to settle before attempting the passage through the Canal des Saintes.7:03

Onboard maintenance includes replacing two broken deck-mounted bimini or canvas fasteners that failed due to wind-induced vibration.19:03 The owner repairs these by cleaning the mounting holes and resealing the hardware with Sika.21:18 Additionally, the crew implements a maintenance log for their 50-liter-per-hour watermaker, recording operating hours to track service intervals for the high-pressure pump.32:14 They aim to run the unit for one to two hours every day or two to prevent bacterial growth in the membranes.33:36 The crew also resolves a technical issue with their GoPro camera that caused incorrect aspect ratios in recent footage.40:05

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