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Gotta stay COOL on the Florida ICW [E255]

3 de agosto de 2023 · 16 min · 922 visitas · Fort Pierce

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The crew departs Fort Pierce, Florida, to transit the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) toward Jacksonville.Watch After a two-week delay for repairs following a lightning strike, the boat now features a functional radio and a new fuel gauge.0:30 The crew chooses the protected ICW over the Atlantic due to a lack of wind, motor-sailing at approximately 5.5 to 6 knots.1:06 They navigate shallow sections, briefly touching bottom in soft mud while attempting to anchor near a potential supply stop, before pushing on to a deeper anchorage in Palm Coast.6:59 The transit involves managing bridge schedules, avoiding weekend boat traffic, and navigating around summer thunderstorms.11:15 To manage high temperatures and lack of breeze, the crew utilizes 12-volt rechargeable fans and seeks relief from rain showers.10:00 The crew notes that while the ICW allows for comfortable work below deck, the proximity to summer storms increases anxiety regarding lightning.13:28

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