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Rough passage from Porto Santo to Madeira | Episode 12 [ENGLISH subtitles]

14 novembre 2021 · 12 min · 3K vues · Madeira Islands

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Matthias and Luisa prepare to sail from Porto Santo to Funchal, Madeira, while managing a critical mechanical failure. The boat's main engine is inoperable due to a destroyed shaft bearing.2:42 To regain mobility, Matthias fabricates a custom outboard motor mount using parts sourced from a local fishing shop.2:46 The crew successfully executes an anchor-up maneuver in 30-40 knot gusts despite being crowded by other vessels.3:44 They plan to anchor in Funchal rather than enter the marina to avoid complex maneuvering without the main engine.3:04 While waiting for a favorable weather window to continue toward the Canary Islands, the pair rents a car to explore the northern and eastern coasts of Madeira.7:49 They hike to the summit of the island's highest peak, covering 300 meters of elevation gain in 45 minutes to reach the top before sunset.11:05

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