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We're Sailing Back Against the Tradewinds
13 de septiembre de 2026 · 22 min · 54K visitas · Maupiti
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The crew departs Maupiti, French Polynesia, to sail upwind against the prevailing trade winds toward Raiatea, Tahaa, and Huahine.9:33 To navigate this route, they wait for a weather window created by the tail of a distant storm, which provides a temporary wind shift.10:20 The passage from Maupiti to Raiatea covers the distance at 6 to 7 knots under heavily reefed sails, proving more manageable than expected despite the upwind angle.8:43 Upon arrival in Raiatea, the crew prioritizes boat maintenance, including refilling dive tanks, before continuing to Huahine.15:44 The transit to Huahine involves navigating a crowded anchorage where they secure the final available mooring buoy.22:05 Throughout the journey, the crew balances cruising life with local cultural experiences, including a traditional Tahitian oven feast in Maupiti.0:43 The experience confirms that sailing against the trade winds in French Polynesia is feasible by timing departures with specific weather shifts rather than attempting the passage in standard conditions.13:10
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