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We're getting ready to leave the Marquesas! Ep35
21 juin 2024 · 25 min · 8K vues · Taiohae, Nuku Hiva
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
The crew of an 11.6-meter sailboat prepares for a passage from the Marquesas Islands to the Tuamotus, waiting for a stable weather window to navigate the atoll passes.1:11 Because the Marquesas lack protective coral reefs, the current anchorage at Taiohae experiences significant, uncomfortable rolling from crossing swells, prompting the crew to relocate to the calmer bay of Koumi.11:56 To prepare for the remote Tuamotus, they stock up on citrus, perform laundry, and fill diesel and gasoline jerrycans using their aluminum-floored dinghy.2:52 They also upgrade their fishing gear with stronger leaders and double hooks after losing a large fish to a snapped line.7:59 Successful entry into the Tuamotus requires timing the arrival at the pass to coincide with slack tide to avoid dangerous currents, as excessive flow can compromise steering control.23:34 The crew notes that while the Marquesas offer unique, rugged scenery and a resilient local culture, the constant motion at anchor makes daily tasks like cooking and moving about the boat physically demanding.21:17
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