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First SOLO SAIL - Aruba to Curaçao [Ep. 67]

8 de noviembre de 2024 · 34 min · 13K visitas · Caribbean Sea between Aruba and Curaçao

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A solo passage from Aruba to Curaçao in a monohull turns into a survival situation when an unforecasted lightning storm and 41-knot gusts hit the vessel.14:05 The sailor maintains a 5-knot speed while running the engine off jerrycans due to a blocked fuel line.4:11 To manage fatigue during the 24-hour transit, the sailor employs 15-minute nap intervals with multiple alarms while maintaining a watch for nearby traffic and the buddy boat, *Dark Horse*.19:36 Upon arrival at Spanish Waters, Curaçao, the interior of the boat is found in disarray, highlighting the need for better stowage and securing of gear for heavy weather.25:23 The passage concludes with the sailor and the crew of *Dark Horse* confirming that both vessels sustained minor damage, including a torn bimini on the buddy boat.26:26 Future plans include installing an inspection port in the fuel tank to resolve the ongoing fuel delivery issues.4:49

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