Sea Change voyage · video

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Scott and Brandon sail the 1,400-nautical-mile passage from Utila, Honduras, to Dominica, attempting an upwind transit during the start of hurricane season.0:10 The crew relies on a 30-year-old Fleming wind vane to maintain heading, noting that precise sail trim improves the device's performance.5:01 While 250 miles south of Jamaica, the wind shifts to the east, forcing the crew to tack.5:25 A sudden squall brings horizontal rain and hail, causing the engine to stall when large swells introduce air into the impeller.9:24 The crew decides to delay engine repairs until reaching Dominica.9:28 During the storm, they learn to run with gale-force winds rather than attempting to motor into them.9:31 After three weeks at sea, the vessel arrives in Dominica with the crew exhausted and suffering from salt-induced skin chafing.13:03 The passage confirms the necessity of reefing early and the importance of adjusting tactics to accommodate heavy weather rather than fighting it.

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