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A couple departing Marina Mindelo, Cape Verde, for an Atlantic crossing to Barbados faces challenging conditions, including 30-to-40-knot gusts and two-meter seas.1:44 To avoid a forecasted high-wind band associated with an upper-level low, the crew steers a 245-degree course, aiming to stay south of the worst weather.15:03 During the first 24 hours, the boat covers 165 nautical miles with an average speed of seven knots, reaching a top speed of 11.7 knots.14:56 The crew experiences intermittent autopilot failures, which cause accidental jibes, and discovers water ingress beneath the floorboards.14:23 They trace the leak to an improperly sealed hole used for LED strip light wiring and apply Leak Hero sealant to mitigate the issue.21:45 Despite the rough sea state and exhaustion, the crew maintains their heading while monitoring the bilge and managing sail reefs to handle gusts reaching 36.5 knots.20:13 Proper sealing of all hull penetrations is essential before undertaking long-distance ocean passages.22:27

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