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The Chaotic Ocean Voyage of My Rescued Polynesian Catamaran (Amsterdam to A Coruña)
27 de marzo de 2026 · 40 min · 105K visitas · Belgium
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A Wharram Pahi 42 catamaran transits from the Netherlands to A Coruña, Spain, navigating the North Sea, the English Channel, and the Bay of Biscay. The voyage involves coastal hopping through Belgium and France, including stops in Cherbourg, Roscoff, and Camaret-sur-Mer.15:35 During the passage, the crew manages mechanical failures, including a carburetor issue and engine performance concerns, while performing rig adjustments to correct mast bend and sail twist.10:49 The vessel encounters varied conditions, from light winds requiring motor-sailing to 25-knot gusts and significant ground swells.31:09 Crossing the continental shelf into the Bay of Biscay, the crew monitors a 2.5-meter westerly swell and adjusts their route to Gijon to avoid severe weather near A Coruña.33:09 Maintenance tasks include applying anti-fouling paint and repairing chafe points.18:08 The journey serves as a shakedown for the vessel, confirming its performance in offshore conditions and testing the crew's ability to manage tidal gates and navigation in busy shipping lanes like Rotterdam.4:15
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