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CRUISING ALUMINUM SAILBOAT: GOING WITH THE FLOW - Ep 223
9 de febrero de 2025 · 15 min · 36K vistas · U.S. Virgin Islands
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The crew of the aluminum sailboat Jibsea navigates from the U.S. Virgin Islands toward St. Martin, adjusting their route to account for unfavorable winds and sea states. After a stop in Red Hook, St. Thomas, to restock provisions, the crew departs for a staging point near Virgin Gorda.8:26 To avoid motoring into a headwind and choppy seas on the south side of the islands, they choose a northern route into open ocean, which provides a better wind angle for sailing.10:11 Although the direct distance is 22 nautical miles, the crew sails 41 nautical miles to maintain a favorable point of sail and avoid using the engine.13:54 The passage involves light winds and requires consistent hand steering to manage sail trim.15:07 Upon arrival, the crew prepares for an 80-nautical-mile overnight passage to St. Martin, monitoring weather windows to optimize battery charging and wind conditions.14:56
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