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“30 Knots💨, One INJURY 🤕, and a Harsh Reality.” Sailing To Musket Cove FIJI
14 septembre 2025 · 20 min · 27K vues · Musket Cove
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The crew of the 40-ft sailboat *Chequers* postpones a 700-mile passage from Fiji to New Caledonia due to unfavorable weather and a malfunctioning windlass.1:04 While anchored in Musket Cove, the owners discover a blown fuse in the windlass electrical system, forcing them to free-fall the anchor in 18 meters of water.7:35 During the transit, a drone accident results in a facial injury to one crew member.3:30 The crew uses the stopover to clean the hull, noting minor barnacle growth after two months, and reviews the Sailors Bay app, which facilitates buying, selling, and finding local marine services.14:19 After two weeks in the cove, the crew prepares to depart for New Caledonia, citing a favorable weather window and the completion of necessary boat repairs.19:10 The owners express dissatisfaction with the high costs and manicured atmosphere of Musket Cove, preferring more isolated anchorages.13:43
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