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Sailing Squib - Update October 4, 2025
3 ottobre 2025 · 11 min · 1K visualizzazioni · Varkiza
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The crew of the 38-ft sailboat Squib navigated a challenging route from Loutra Edipsou to the area near Salamis, Greece, in October 2025, encountering persistent high winds and difficult anchoring conditions. After transiting the bridge at Chalkis, the crew sailed to Nisos Styra and Cape Sounion before attempting to find shelter near Athens.0:39 When Alimos Marina denied a berth, the crew sought refuge in Varkiza, but rising southerly winds and heavy swell forced an emergency night departure to avoid being pushed onto the breakwater.4:49 The vessel struggled against 2.5-meter following seas while motoring toward the northern coast of Salamis.6:05 Despite anchoring in 6 meters of water, a sudden shift to 30-knot winds necessitated a second night-time anchor-recovery maneuver.7:24 The crew eventually found shelter near Limni, Perama, where they decided to remain until conditions improved for a transit toward the Corinth Canal.8:34 The trip was characterized by constant reefing and frequent heavy-weather maneuvers, with no opportunity to utilize light-wind sails.10:40
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