Catamaran Mistertong vidéo
#60 Finally under sail…
7 décembre 2024 · 39 min · 9K vues · Le Marin, Martinique
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
The crew of the catamaran *Mistertong* completes a passage from Le Marin, Martinique, to Rodney Bay, St. Lucia, marking their first offshore transit of the Caribbean channel.20:36 To manage uncertainty and build confidence in their self-performed rigging maintenance, the crew departs under-canvassed with three reefs in both the mainsail and genoa, despite winds ranging from 15 to 20 knots.17:58 The vessel maintains a steady speed of 5 knots throughout the crossing.18:44 Before departure, the crew secures the interior of the boat to prevent damage in heavy seas and performs a final hull cleaning.2:59 The transit follows a period of intensive boat preparation, including tightening the shrouds and sourcing materials.33:46 Upon arrival in Rodney Bay, the crew notes the high cost of marine plywood, which is significantly more expensive than in Martinique.35:18 The passage serves as a shakedown cruise to validate recent repairs and gain experience in open-water conditions.34:32
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