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LOSING THE RACE AGAINST THE WIND | EE 159
31 ottobre 2024 · 22 min · 90K visualizzazioni · Menton
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A 45-foot sailboat approaches Menton, France, near the Italian border, while attempting to beat an incoming windstorm.4:06 Forecasts predicted 30-knot gusts, but wind speeds increased to 20 knots hours earlier than expected.1:40 The crew anchors outside the marina after being denied early check-in, then eventually secures the vessel at the fuel dock to avoid a difficult med-mooring maneuver in high winds.6:22 The owners discuss a recurring discrepancy between their new BNG wind instrument and their previous Raymarine unit, noting the BNG gauge consistently underestimates gust intensity compared to their experience.7:46 Following the arrival of a family member, the crew explores the Maritime Alps by car, driving through the Roya Valley and visiting the town of La Roya.20:44 The visit highlights the challenges of navigating coastal marinas during unforecasted weather shifts and the ongoing process of recalibrating instrumentation after equipment upgrades.
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