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The crew of the 40-ft catamaran *Califa* departs the Bahamas for Puerto Rico to avoid the approaching hurricane season, opting to bypass a planned stop in Crooked Island to capitalize on a favorable weather window.3:50 Upon arriving in Turks and Caicos, the captain anchors in 2.5 meters of water using three anchors to secure the vessel against strong currents and 3-meter swells.8:05 The transit involves significant motor-sailing due to persistent headwinds and equatorial currents, requiring careful management of the boat’s electrical system.27:50 The crew utilizes a DC-DC charger to regulate the flow from the 125-amp alternator to a 900-amp lithium battery bank, limiting the draw to 30 amps to prevent alternator overheating.19:39 Maintenance tasks include repairing a diesel tank dispersion cap leak and monitoring the engine after previous clogging issues.29:16 The crew plans to reach Puerto Rico before continuing toward the ABC islands, prioritizing speed to navigate around potential 30-knot winds.41:11 Practical experience confirms that consistent motor-sailing during weather windows is necessary to transit against prevailing trade winds and currents in the Caribbean.38:49

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