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Three Attempts, Two Sailors, One Windy Coast
20 ottobre 2024 · 12 min · 2K visualizzazioni · Poole Harbour
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Dave and Bill attempt a westward passage from the Solent toward Portland aboard Zephyr IV, but encounter headwinds reaching 30 knots.0:12 After retreating to Newtown Creek, they depart again, navigating Hurst Narrows against a strong flood tide.1:06 Despite reefing the main and genoa, the crew fails to lay Anvil Point due to an inaccurate forecast and increasing wind, forcing them to divert into Poole Harbour.3:20 They anchor behind Brownsea Island for the night.4:14 The following day, facing a forecast of strong westerly winds, they abandon the westward trip and return to the Solent.4:21 Running downwind with only the genoa deployed, the autopilot maintains a steady course toward the North Channel.5:51 They navigate the Solent, pass Gilkicker Point, and return to their home berth at Royal Clarence Marina.12:01 The crew finds that sailing downwind with only a headsail reduces yawing and improves autopilot performance in heavy air.7:20
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