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DANGLING AT THE TOP OF OUR SAILBOAT’S MAST! EP-144

4 de septiembre de 2024 · 23 min · 28K visitas · Saint Martin

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The crew of the sailboat Escapade performs extensive maintenance in Simpson Bay Lagoon, St. Martin, to prepare for an upcoming regatta in the British Virgin Islands.Watch Repairs include troubleshooting a generator, replacing a burnt-out shower pump, and installing a new bathroom mirror.2:52 To improve light-wind sensitivity, the crew removes the masthead wind instrument, cleans and lubricates the internal bearings, and reinstalls the unit.16:05 The crew also cleans the hull to reduce drag, using pawpaw ointment on their dive masks to prevent water ingress.13:48 After completing repairs, they sail three nautical miles to Marigot Bay, anchoring in 0.8 meters of water.18:58 The crew notes that St. Martin serves as a convenient hub for tax-free freight forwarding from Miami.6:35 Regular maintenance and hull cleaning are essential for competitive performance in the Sailing Bubbles Regatta.11:45

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