WORST SAIL yet? rough seas & ripped sails [ep 155]
5 de abril de 2025 · 14 min · 468K visitas · Panama Canal
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Lauren Landers sustained significant rigging damage during a passage to Panama, including a snapped mainsail track and a shredded jib.1:28 The mainsail track failure caused the sail to press against the spreaders, risking further damage, while the outhaul line suffered severe abrasion.1:40 While attempting to clear a tangled jib sheet on the bow in heavy groundswells, the jib ripped completely.3:36 The vessel continued toward the Panama Canal under mainsail alone, maintaining an average speed between 4.5 and 9 knots by surfing.8:19 Landers relied on a full fuel tank to manage speed and timing, aiming to arrive at the canal entrance before sunset to avoid navigating busy traffic in the dark.6:25 Upon reaching the vicinity of the canal, the engine was engaged to ensure a timely arrival.9:58 The vessel headed for Shelter Bay Marina for repairs, citing the facility's access to riggers and local support.4:09 Despite the equipment failures and exhaustion, the boat maintained an average speed of 6.2 knots throughout the transit.6:13
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