Breaking Wavesvídeo
Would YOU Jump IN? - The REALITY Of Sailing Long Passages In The Tropics
13 de enero de 2025 · 27 min · 191K visitas · West of French Polynesia
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A couple sailing the 45-foot vessel Kiana from French Polynesia to Tonga manages a multi-day passage by actively routing around weather systems. The crew monitors incoming fronts, opting to motor-sail or adjust course to avoid the worst of the wind and swell. During the transit, they maintain a consistent speed of 6 to 7 knots, utilizing wing-on-wing configurations and reefing the mainsail as conditions dictate.11:13 Technical maintenance remains minimal, limited to a pressure pump and bilge switch repair.26:39 The crew employs one-pot meal preparation to manage cooking in rolly sea states and utilizes a safety harness for stability while working on deck.13:01 As they approach Tonga, the vessel encounters 40-knot winds and significant swell, testing the boat's performance.27:28 The passage highlights the necessity of flexible routing and constant weather monitoring when navigating the South Pacific.
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