Sailing Sweet Ruca · video

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The crew of the sailboat Sweet Ruca navigates the fjords of Patagonia, Chile, while managing light-air sailing conditions and significant tidal currents. To maintain speed in winds as low as 5 knots, the crew utilizes a G3 reaching spinnaker deployed via a sock.7:32 Performance techniques include balancing the hull to lift the transom out of the water, keeping the mainsail slightly over-trimmed to maintain airflow, and maintaining a clean bottom to reduce drag.4:25 The crew monitors local fishing traffic and shoals using radar and AIS, particularly during night passages where wind speeds drop to 1–3 knots.14:01 Near the island of Chiloé, tidal ranges reach up to 20 feet, requiring careful anchorage selection and dinghy management to avoid grounding.17:11 The crew explores the rural island of Isla Apiau, noting the local Spanish colonial architecture and the challenges of navigating shallow lagoons with large tidal swings.18:41

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