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Ep. 132 | Alone through the Bahamas | Dream Sailing ⛵️
9 giugno 2024 · 18 min · 126K visualizzazioni · Bahamas
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A 40-mile passage from a sheltered anchorage to the northern side of Crooked Island in the Bahamas provides a routine day of sailing in 20 to 24 knots of wind.2:46 The crew maintains a consistent departure sequence: hoisting the dinghy, securing the outboard motor, and raising the mainsail while still head-to-wind before weighing anchor.1:24 During the transit, the windvane steering system performs effectively on a beam reach in low swell conditions.3:47 Upon arrival, the crew anchors in shallow water to facilitate manual inspection of the anchor set, a common practice to avoid excessive chain deployment.9:30 The crew notes the necessity of monitoring depth sounders closely to avoid sandbanks, which are prevalent in the region.10:01 Shore excursions involve sourcing fresh produce at high local prices and utilizing local transport, though the crew reports difficulty finding supplies like specialized adhesive for dinghy repairs.14:10 The passage highlights the isolation of the area, characterized by minimal tourist traffic and limited social interaction.17:16
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