Velero Reginavideo
El Cruce Atlántico
12 dicembre 2025 · 1h 30m · 5K visualizzazioni · somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean, between La Palma and Cape Verde Islands
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A crew of three sails an IMOCA 60 from La Palma to Martinica, documenting the challenges of an 18-day Atlantic crossing.1:50 The passage involves frequent sail configuration changes to manage light winds, heavy following seas, and squalls.11:31 The crew utilizes a Windpilot Pacific windvane to steer, noting that the system effectively manages the helm in varying conditions, though it requires manual intervention during sudden wind shifts or when the boat experiences significant rolling.39:15 The vessel sustains minor wear, including friction damage to lines and safety clips, and a backstay incident that required repair.35:06 Life on board centers on managing limited resources, maintaining a watch schedule, and securing gear in the cabin to prevent damage during rough weather.12:17 The crew navigates south of a direct route to avoid calm areas, encountering squalls and varying wind angles that complicate sail trim.6:23
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