The Art of Sailing without engine in the Bahamas [WI Ep 109]
1 ottobre 2020 · 21 min · 2K visualizzazioni · Spanish Wells
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The crew of a sailboat navigates the Bahamas under sail power alone due to a persistent engine failure.0:13 After experiencing uncomfortable, beam-on swell at Green Cay, they sail 36 miles to the protected anchorage of Meeks Patch.9:09 They subsequently perform approximately 10 tacks to reach Spanish Wells, where they attempt to troubleshoot the engine.16:03 The owners suspect the issue stems from a faulty starter or degraded battery capacity caused by relying solely on solar charging for lead-acid and AGM batteries.14:10 Further inspection reveals the engine lacks compression, as it can be turned over by hand.20:42 During the transit, the crew also experiences a broken shear pin in their dinghy outboard, requiring a tow.7:31 While anchored, they provision for groceries and water, noting prices of 50 cents per gallon for water and approximately two dollars per beer.19:30 The crew also documents snorkeling experiences at Green Cay, including encounters with green turtles and a six-foot bull shark.8:26
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