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Sailing from Faroe to Scotland - Part 1 | DrakeParagon Sailing
2 de septiembre de 2023 · 55 min · 12K vistas · Vestmanna, Faroe Islands
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A crew departs the Faroe Islands for a passage to Kinloch Burvey, Scotland, aiming to rendezvous with a friend aboard the vessel Exodus.1:07 The voyage plan utilizes PredictWind weather routing to optimize a course toward the Isle of Skye.1:20 Upon departure from Vestmana, the crew encounters strong tidal currents and light winds, necessitating a mid-passage adjustment to the jib tack and the deployment of a full main.8:02 To maintain a downwind course without risking an accidental jibe, the crew rigs a preventer on the mainsail.30:52 When winds drop to 5–10 knots, the boat slows to 2–3 knots.33:08 The captain chooses to drift through a band of calm air rather than motor, prioritizing fuel conservation and a daylight arrival in Scotland.33:33 The crew manages onboard power consumption via a centralized charging station and prepares meals using home-canned provisions.12:11 The passage continues under sail with the goal of reaching the destination without engine use.36:08
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