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Surrounded by Whales | #SAL #272
23 de julio de 2023 · 24 min · 42K visitas · Niterói
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The crew of the sailboat Balanço prepares for a passage from Niterói to Arraial do Cabo, Brazil, by performing essential maintenance and safety upgrades. The host replaces aging steel wire lifelines with 5mm Dyneema, citing ease of installation, weight reduction, and superior abrasion resistance.2:19 To accommodate a pet cat on board, the crew installs safety netting along the lifelines, a project that proves more labor-intensive than the rigging replacement.6:43 While docked at Clube Naval Charitas in Niterói, the crew visits the Projeto Grael, a social initiative that provides nautical training, including boat building and marine mechanics, to local youth.7:42 During the 12-hour passage to Arraial do Cabo, the crew encounters a large pod of whales, estimated at approximately 20 individuals.14:36 The whales remain active throughout the day, frequently surfacing near the vessel.14:56 The host maintains a vigilant watch to avoid collisions, noting that the risk of striking a large marine mammal is a significant concern for cruising sailors.17:42
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