Finally Free! Solo-Sailing South [ep 77]
3 de agosto de 2023 · 27 min · 222K vistas
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Lauren Landers navigates the Exumas in the Bahamas, managing unpredictable summer weather and frequent squalls while sailing south.11:13 During a 20-to-35-mile passage toward Staniel Cay, she encounters 25-knot headwinds and rain, forcing her to motor to maintain progress and charge batteries.13:02 She utilizes a 110-volt portable mini-washer, powered by an inverter, to manage laundry in the head, noting it consumes approximately 20 amps per cycle.10:00 To address maintenance, she adjusts the jib halyard to remove a crease and cleans the boat while waiting for favorable wind windows.4:27 Despite the lack of a rigid schedule, she monitors the approach of peak hurricane season as a factor in her southward transit.26:49 She explores local mangroves by paddleboard, observing juvenile lemon sharks, turtles, and barracudas in the shallow, clear water.18:17 The trip highlights the necessity of remaining flexible with weather gaps and prioritizing engine use for water-making and battery maintenance when wind conditions remain light or inconsistent.13:30
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