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Sailing to the Cook Islands
14 de mayo de 2024 · 16 min · 112K vistas · Aitutaki
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Garrett sails 450 miles from Maupiti, French Polynesia, to Aitutaki in the Cook Islands.0:08 During the passage, a rogue wave estimated at 15 feet strikes the cockpit, soaking the interior and damaging a portable Honda generator.1:44 The wave also knocks the wind vane out of gear, requiring 30 minutes of manual repair in heavy seas.2:17 Upon arrival at Aitutaki, the boat draws shallow enough to navigate the narrow, 2-meter-deep pass.6:15 Customs and biosecurity clearance at the local dock prove straightforward and efficient.9:26 The anchorage requires stern anchors to avoid grounding on the bank, and the vessel runs aground briefly during the initial approach.7:38 The generator remains inoperable due to saltwater damage and a specialized fuel hose leak, forcing the owner to borrow equipment from a neighboring cruiser.14:19 Provisions in Aitutaki include affordable, healthy staples like lentils and beans, which are easier to source than in French Polynesia.12:02
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