Adventures of an old Seadog · video

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Barry Perrins, sailing his boat *Shadi*, departs Indonesia to begin a circumnavigation attempt across the Indian Ocean toward South Africa.3:43 During the initial coastal transit, the vessel encounters heavy winds and challenging currents, forcing an unplanned stop in a small, crowded harbor.5:10 Perrins anchors in a restricted area, leading to conflicts with local ferry traffic and jet skis.9:26 While underway, the boat suffers multiple equipment failures, including a malfunctioning foresail furling system and a broken halyard that drops the sail to the deck.13:02 The crew also loses a wave dodger and a hatch cover to high winds and rough seas.14:25 As the voyage progresses toward Christmas Island, the vessel experiences a shift in climate, with temperatures dropping significantly for the first time in years.16:19 The transit requires constant maintenance, including managing bilge water and repairing frayed rigging under pressure to avoid a lee shore.15:08

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