Gone with the Wynns · video

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A cruising couple transits the Philippines toward a haul-out facility for warranty work, navigating challenging coastal conditions characterized by steep depth changes, heavy fishing net obstructions, and unpredictable currents. The crew relies on a self-tacking staysail for upwind performance in 18 to 37 knots of apparent wind, noting its ease of use for frequent tacking.5:41 During the passage, they encounter significant navigational hazards, including unmarked nets and shallow ledges that complicate anchorage selection.1:33 One overnight stop requires an emergency departure at 2:00 a.m. after the boat drags toward nearby mooring balls.14:05 The crew utilizes B&G instrumentation and iPad-based remote steering to manage the vessel while dealing with fatigue and limited food supplies.16:15 They eventually secure an anchorage by scouting with a tender and verifying depths near a reef.22:51 The experience highlights the difficulty of finding suitable anchorages in areas where depths drop rapidly from 200 meters to 2 meters.21:12

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