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A 24-foot Albin Vega, named Rodeo Jones, attempts to break through ice in a fjord to reach open water for a winter sail.2:17 The crew struggles to start the engine in freezing temperatures, noting heavy smoke and potential cooling system issues.3:30 After clearing a path through the ice, they successfully raise the mainsail and jib to sail in light winds.13:49 The crew encounters gusty conditions that cause significant heeling, prompting them to shift to a downwind point of sail for better stability.18:05 Returning to the slip requires navigating back through the previously broken ice channel, which acts like thick slush and restricts steering.19:38 The engine is run to clear the lines before docking, though the boat misses the intended slip by two spaces during the final approach.23:32 The experience highlights the challenges of winter engine operation and maneuvering a small vessel through ice-covered harbor waters.

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