EP#383 Waylaid by the Weather
2 de noviembre de 2025 · 38 min · 143 vistas · Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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Jerome Rand is preparing to move his Westsail 32, *Into Oblivion*, from Cape Cod to the Chesapeake Bay, a 428-mile transit, while simultaneously managing the delivery of a second vessel south of Cape Hatteras.17:10 Late-season weather patterns in Nantucket Sound have forced repeated delays, as the crew seeks a stable four-day window to avoid beating into unfavorable winds and potentially severe low-pressure systems.16:45 The transit plan involves either an offshore route to bypass coastal weather or a series of shorter hops, depending on forecast stability.26:23 Recent maintenance on *Into Oblivion* included replacing a parted outhaul with Dyneema and addressing reefing point issues on the mainsail.5:12 Rand emphasizes the necessity of adjusting expectations to match reality when navigating seasonal weather windows to avoid frustration and maintain focus.32:16 The goal is to reach Florida by early December, allowing for a speaking engagement on December 10th.36:00
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