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Pat and Frankie complete a five-day, 20-hour passage across the Atlantic Ocean to Mindelo, Sao Vicente, in Cape Verde.0:40 During the final approach, the crew encounters 40-knot winds in an acceleration zone, significantly higher than the 20-knot forecast.7:07 While attempting to heave-to to avoid a nighttime arrival, the jib tangles into a ball, leaving the boat out of control in darkness and heavy seas.8:38 The crew secures the sail and navigates into a bay to anchor, despite concerns about coastal wrecks and poor visibility.9:42 After checking into the marina, the crew provisions at Quintal das Artes and explores the island by rental car.2:27 They observe local fishing techniques, including the use of nets and traditional sails fashioned from bags.6:09 The experience highlights the challenges of navigating acceleration zones between islands and the necessity of managing sail plans during high-wind maneuvers.

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