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Exploring Uncharted Atolls in the South Pacific!
21 aprile 2024 · 17 min · 10K visualizzazioni · Tuamotus
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The crew of the Swan 37 Elixir navigates the Tuamotus, a chain of atolls in the South Pacific, while managing the hazards of uncharted coral bommies.0:31 Because these coral heads sit just below the surface, the crew maintains a constant lookout from the first set of spreaders during lagoon transits.2:01 The team coordinates with other vessels in the anchorage, including the solo-sailed Breezo and the yacht Delos, to share resources and meals.2:27 During a 150-mile overnight passage between atolls, the crew utilizes a symmetrical spinnaker in light downwind conditions to maintain speed.12:45 Navigation through the low-lying atolls requires strict attention to charts and timing, as reef passes can generate currents of up to four knots.11:04 The crew also performs routine maintenance, including replacing chafed wind vane control lines after 10,000 miles of sailing.2:06 While the remote location offers clear water and abundant marine life, the crew notes that the lack of infrastructure and the presence of uncharted reefs demand constant vigilance.
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