LOGBOOK - 50 knots of wind! Heading to port
20 de diciembre de 2020 · 34 min · 13K visitas · Port of Almerimar
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The crew of the Carolina, an XC50 sailboat, recently completed a passage in heavy weather, encountering 5-meter seas and winds approaching 40 knots.1:02 During the transit, the crew relied on manual steering when the autopilot struggled to maintain course in following seas.11:03 Safely docked in Almerimar, the sailors emphasize the importance of maintaining a detailed logbook, particularly for offshore passages where electronic navigation and power systems could fail.0:15 Their logbook records essential data including watch schedules, cumulative mileage, heading, sail configuration, barometric pressure, and engine performance.5:43 By tracking fuel consumption and engine revolutions, the crew optimizes motor efficiency.13:33 Beyond technical data, the logbook serves as a historical record of life on board, including crew changes and weather observations.15:55 The crew also highlights their use of B&G electronics for navigation and wind monitoring, while noting their commitment to traditional methods, such as using paper charts and a sextant, to supplement digital systems.17:51
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