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STUCK ABOARD for 5 days 💨⚓⛵ GALES in the Bahamas! Sailing Vessel Delos Ep. 274

26 giugno 2020 · 22 min · 483K visualizzazioni · Ragged Island

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SV Delos anchors at Raccoon Key in the Bahamas, but shifting southerly winds and an incoming cold front force the crew to relocate three miles north to Buena Vista Key.0:12 Using PredictWind to monitor the forecast, the crew anticipates northerly winds reaching 30 to 35 knots.0:14 Upon arrival at the new anchorage, the crew struggles to find holding in a mix of rock and sand, eventually setting the anchor with 30 meters of chain to secure the vessel.15:24 The front brings sustained high winds and swell, confining the crew to the boat for five days.21:43 During the storm, the crew manages power production from wind and solar, even utilizing excess energy for distilling.21:17 The vessel remains stable despite the heavy conditions, while the crew maintains daily routines and monitors the anchor snubber.16:48 Once the weather clears, the crew prepares to depart for Dunkin' Town.22:01 Proper anchor placement and monitoring weather patterns are essential for safety when cruising the Ragged Islands.

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