Sailing Zephyr IV · vidéo

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Navigating the entrance to Cowes Harbour requires managing strong tidal currents and wind acceleration caused by the pinch point between the Isle of Wight and Calshot Spit.1:09 When approaching from the north, sailors must avoid the Brambles Bank, which dries at spring low tide, and stay clear of the Deepwater Channel used by commercial tankers and container ships.1:36 Maintain a distance of 1,000 meters from the bow and 100 meters from the sides of large vessels.2:26 The Prince Consort cardinal buoy marks an area where strong tides create short, steep waves.3:04 For vessels under 20 meters, the Eastern Channel offers a recommended alternative to the main entrance.3:14 When arriving from the east, watch for the Shrape mudbank and the pile with a depth gauge.4:55 Approaching from the west, stay outside the Gurnard Ledge buoy and avoid sailing inside the green outer harbour buoy to prevent keel damage from submerged rocks.6:02 Summer moorings laid by the harbour board can further restrict maneuvering space near the entrance.3:35

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