Sailing Triteia · video

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The 1965 Alberg 30 sloop Triteia motors from the Marlborough Sounds into Havelock, located at the head of Pelorus Sound on New Zealand’s South Island.4:09 Navigating the final 3.5 nautical miles requires careful attention to channel markers, as depths decrease from 90 feet to nine feet.6:58 The crew times the transit for a rising tide to ensure safe passage through the narrow, shallow sections, which experience heavy recreational boat traffic.7:04 Upon arrival, the vessel secures a slip at the Pelorus Sound Boating Club marina to refuel and dock for the night.10:10 The crew visits a local restaurant, The Mussel Pot, and hikes a nearby trail to a waterfall.11:02 The town of Havelock features numerous mussel-themed sculptures throughout its streets.12:22

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