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Battling a Gale on Our Passage Across the BERING SEA
9 de noviembre de 2024 · 26 min · 828K vistas
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The crew navigates the Bering Sea toward Nome, Alaska, covering a 600-mile passage characterized by complex, shifting currents and unpredictable weather.4:36 Navigating the north end of the False Pass requires caution, as shifting sandbanks render buoy markers unreliable from year to year.2:37 During the transit, the vessel encounters varying wind conditions, at times reaching speeds of 9 to 10 knots while surfing downwind.14:05 The crew utilizes a double headsail rig, though the jib requires slight furling to avoid contact with the inner forestay.19:26 When wind speeds fluctuate, the crew adjusts sail area, including reefing the mainsail and later hoisting it fully.17:55 The coastline in this region offers little protection, acting primarily as a navigational hindrance.23:20 While anchored, the crew experiences significant rolling due to heavy swell, necessitating the deployment of a stern anchor to stabilize the boat.23:50 The crew maintains energy during the passage by consuming freeze-dried meals and oatmeal.10:23
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