Sail Vessel Khalifavideo
#7 Mahi Mahi, una especie magnífica
8 de junio de 2025 · 45 min · 5K vistas
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Planning a passage from Búzios to Vitória requires careful analysis of wind, wave height, and ocean currents to avoid dangerous conditions near Cabo São Tomé. The route covers approximately 200 nautical miles, with an estimated transit time of 1.5 to 2 days. To avoid hazardous breaking waves caused by shallow bathymetry near the cape, the route stays offshore along the 50-to-100-meter depth contour. Using Navionics to plot the course and Windy to forecast weather, the crew identifies a departure window that aligns with a passing cold front. This timing provides favorable following winds and manageable wave heights of 1.2 to 1.7 meters, while avoiding strong adverse currents that typically reach 1.5 knots in the region. The planning process emphasizes that departing at the correct time is critical, as the window is narrow and missing it could result in sailing into 4-meter seas or strong headwinds. Proper route planning and weather forecasting are essential for safety during coastal passages.
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