Sailing Nahoavidéo
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16 février 2025 · 32 min · 72K vues
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
The crew of the 45-ft catamaran Nahoa replaces a damaged shroud while at anchor in French Polynesia after discovering broken metal strands in the rigging.0:21 To prevent the mast from falling during the repair, Ben and Ashley secure the mast using multiple lines of Dyneema as temporary support.15:51 Ben ascends the mast to remove the upper pin, while Ashley manages the lower attachment point from the deck.19:08 The team coordinates the removal of the old shroud and the installation of the new one, which they previously ordered and had delivered to a local yacht service.4:08 The process requires careful tensioning of the halyards to ensure the mast remains stable throughout the swap. The crew emphasizes the necessity of this repair to avoid catastrophic rig failure, noting that while they often prefer to leave partially broken gear alone to avoid creating new problems, standing rigging requires immediate attention.18:30 The project concludes successfully, reinforcing the importance of regular rig inspections and proactive maintenance in remote cruising locations.
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