The HARDEST 20 miles we've EVER sailed [EP 215]
5 de diciembre de 2023 · 24 min · 75K visitas
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The crew of the Millennial Falcon encounters severe weather while transiting the Scottish Highlands, facing sustained 40-knot winds and heavy seas during an 18-mile passage toward the Skye Bridge.8:15 A failure to check gust forecasts leads to an uncomfortable and dangerous journey, forcing the crew to seek emergency visitor moorings near the bridge to escape the conditions.14:00 After a day of recovery, the crew navigates the treacherous Kyle Rhea tidal race during a period of slack water and calm winds to continue their transit.18:57 The passage highlights the challenges of winter sailing in Scotland, where short daylight hours, tidal gates, and frequent gales necessitate prioritizing progress over sightseeing.15:39 The crew eventually reaches Oban, United Kingdom, to prepare the vessel for cold-weather living, noting that the boat, previously outfitted for the Caribbean, requires significant upgrades to manage condensation and heating.24:07 The experience underscores the importance of verifying gust forecasts alongside base wind speeds when planning passages in narrow, current-prone channels.14:00
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