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A crew sailing the 2,500-mile Atlantic crossing from Cape Verde to French Guiana aboard the boat Velula reports persistent, uncomfortable conditions caused by crossed swells that fatigue both the crew and the vessel.3:17 During the 14-day passage, the autopilot experiences recurring speed sensor errors, causing the unit to alarm every 40 seconds and struggle to maintain a steady course.18:10 The crew manages daily life by cooking fresh pasta and Croque-Monsieur, despite the constant motion, and notes frequent sightings of flying fish, dolphins, and Velela jellyfish.33:28 Near the end of the transit, the crew catches a 3.5 kg dorado.29:29 Upon arrival at the Mayuri River, the vessel enters the channel at high tide to reach the marina at Degrad-des-Cannes, located 10 km from Cayenne.30:50 The passage highlights the challenges of maintaining a consistent heading in confused seas and the necessity of managing equipment fatigue during long-distance offshore sailing.

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