CRISIS at SEA! This could have ended REAL BAD!! | Sailing Indonesia to Africa... Ep 372
2 septembre 2024 · 24 min · 33K vues · Indian Ocean
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
During an 18-day passage from Indonesia toward Mauritius, the crew of the 45-ft catamaran Nandji - Frothlyfe manages several equipment failures and navigation challenges. The H-bracket bolts on the Hydrovane self-steering system shear off due to excessive force in 30-knot winds, requiring the crew to secure the unit with improvised rigging.0:51 The crew also repairs a torn mainsail batten pocket by patching the fabric and adjusting the reefing lines.7:34 To optimize speed and comfort, the crew adjusts their course to 120 degrees to account for a northerly current and uses a bridle to stabilize the stern in a 3-meter groundswell.14:07 After losing two surfboards overboard, the vessel maintains a speed of 6 to 10 knots, eventually making landfall at the island of Rodrigues.19:08 Regular sail trim and course adjustments are necessary to maintain consistent progress in varying wind conditions.
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