Crazy entry to Aitutaki in Cook Islands after challenging solo sail from Taha’a
11 septembre 2023 · 44 min · 2K vues · Aitutaki
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Jeanne Socrates sails solo from Taha’a, French Polynesia, toward the Cook Islands, initially intending to reach Tonga but diverting to Aitutaki due to unfavorable weather forecasts.0:24 During the passage, she manages a loose alternator belt and navigates heavy swells and 20-knot winds.6:36 She employs a "heave to" technique to slow the boat and maintain a safe distance from the Aitutaki atoll overnight, waiting for daylight and favorable tidal conditions to enter the narrow, winding entrance channel.29:21 Upon arrival, she motors through the channel, noting the proximity of the reef edges and the necessity of following local markers to avoid grounding.39:52 The passage involves frequent sail adjustments, including reefing the fully battened mainsail and goose-winging the genoa, to maintain speed and stability in shifting winds.5:29 The journey concludes with a successful entry into the Aitutaki lagoon.41:45 Proactive reefing and using the "heave to" tactic allow for safe management of the vessel during squalls and overnight holding.26:58
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