Sailing Yacht Zen Againvidéo

Crossing the North Atlantic Ocean: Saint-Pierre - the Azores | E041

16 novembre 2024 · 5 min · 920 vues · Lajes das Flores

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Yacht Zen Again completed a 1,200-nautical-mile North Atlantic passage from St. Pierre, Newfoundland, to Flores in the Azores.4:36 The route crossed the Grand Banks, where the crew encountered persistent fog and cold temperatures.0:59 Upon entering the Gulf Stream, water temperatures rose from 18 to 27 degrees Celsius, accompanied by increased humidity and frequent squalls.1:39 During stronger wind conditions of 20 to 30 knots, the crew utilized a staysail, a double-reefed mainsail, and a Windpilot self-steering system.3:04 Light winds necessitated motoring on three occasions, including the final approach to the island of Flores.2:52 The passage concluded with calm, sunny conditions in the Azores High, characterized by 10-to-15-knot west-southwesterly winds.3:43 The vessel arrived at Lagesh Harbour, where the crew rafted alongside a French boat at the jetty.4:18 An anchorage remains available outside the harbor for larger vessels.4:23

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