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Sailing around reefs. Sailing alone across the Pacific Ocean. In Tonga
9 novembre 2023 · 4 min · 3K visualizzazioni · Pazifischer Ozean
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Close hauling toward Tonga, the boat heels significantly while navigating the Vavao archipelago.0:18 The region features underwater volcanoes rising to within 30 meters of the surface and a 9,000-meter-deep oceanic trench.1:11 Navigating these waters requires constant vigilance, as light conditions dictate whether reefs are visible.2:11 Reefs often remain hidden when sailing toward the light, and the inability to stop or turn quickly under sail necessitates immediate reaction to unmarked hazards.2:11 Beyond navigation, the loss of all primary and spare diving gear complicates the stay.3:57 A lack of personal enjoyment compared to previous experiences in French Polynesia prompts a decision to depart the Southern Sea.4:14 The route shifts toward Australia with a final destination of Tasmania.4:30 Mastering reef navigation requires reading light patterns on the water to identify hazards before they appear.
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