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Provisioning For 30 Days At Sea (MJ Sailing - EP 76)
14 novembre 2018 · 17 min · 44K visualizzazioni · Sint Maarten
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Matt and Jessica of the 40-ft sailboat *Elements* prepare for an Atlantic crossing by provisioning in Saint Martin and completing final boat maintenance. They rent a car to visit the Super U on the French side for bulk dry goods, noting that fresh produce and meat are expensive or limited.2:13 The crew clears the aft berth of stored gear, stowing heavy items near the waterline and lighter supplies in the V-berth to optimize weight distribution for the passage. Technical tasks include an oil change, sourcing a Cat5 cable for the radar at Electech, and purchasing additional webbing for the cockpit dodger. They supplement the boat's 80-gallon diesel capacity with 15 gallons in jerry cans stored in the cockpit. While waiting for a weather window, they visit Orient Bay to support the local economy following Hurricane Irma.5:08 The crew concludes their stay with final fuel runs to Island Waterworld and social gatherings at Lagoonies before departing for the Azores.
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