Vagabond Voyagesvideo
We're crossing the Pacific! Searching for wind and current... Part 2. Ep.20
22 de febrero de 2024 · 26 min · 11K vistas · Galápagos Islands
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A couple sailing from Panama City to French Polynesia navigates the Pacific Ocean, opting to pass north of the Galapagos Islands to avoid adverse currents and heavy swell.0:51 During the transit, the crew faces inconsistent winds, frequent periods of calm, and a persistent current that forces them to rely on their engine for over 48 hours.6:16 They maintain a three-hour watch rotation, adjusting sails constantly to manage light, shifting winds.5:59 The route north of the archipelago is chosen to leverage the Panama current, though weather patterns—potentially influenced by El Niño or distant depressions—result in slower progress than anticipated.23:00 After nine days at sea, the vessel crosses into the Southern Hemisphere and successfully reaches the trade winds.16:27 The crew notes that departing Panama between January and March is optimal to avoid late-season headwinds, as attempting the passage too late can necessitate a return to port due to fuel and supply constraints.21:48
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