S/V Quetzal Sailing New England Ep. 3 - Exhilarating Offshore Sailing Back to the Chesapeake Bay

Name: S/V Quetzal Sailing New England Ep. 3 - Exhilarating Offshore Sailing Back to the Chesapeake Bay
Uploaded: 2023-12-13T02:22:20.000Z
Duration: 12 min 16 s
Description: S/V Quetzal completes a coastal passage from Block Island to the Chesapeake Bay before winter boat maintenance.

12. desember 2023 · 12 min · 5K visninger · Herring Bay, Maryland

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S/V Quetzal completes a 250-nautical-mile passage from Block Island to the Delaware Bay, beating into southwest winds of 20 knots and six-foot seas.3:14 After anchoring behind the breakwater in Lewes, Delaware, the crew catches a northerly weather system to sail down the Atlantic coast toward the Chesapeake Bay.4:26 The transit involves a broad reach with winds backing to the north, followed by a final leg from Cape Charles where shifting winds force the crew to motor-sail.6:59 Upon returning to Herring Bay, the boat undergoes extensive winter maintenance.11:10 Repairs include rebuilding the bilge pump, servicing all winches, and replacing the boom.11:25 The crew installs a new Starlink system and upgrades the headsail furling gear by swapping a Profurl unit for a Harken Unit 4.11:52 Engine maintenance includes replacing the turbocharger and aftercooler.11:59