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Cruising the Scottish Isles, the crew of a custom aluminum boat navigates calm, glassy waters between Stornoway and remote anchorages.▶ 8:40 The transit involves motoring due to a lack of wind, which provides an opportunity to recharge house batteries.▶ 8:56 The vessel faces ongoing electrical issues, specifically an underperforming alternator producing only 22 amps, which complicates energy management for cooking and Starlink usage.▶ 16:28 The crew also manages expired propane tanks, noting the difficulty of finding compatible replacements for their custom locker space while preferring the efficiency of induction cooking.▶ 13:49 Shore-side activities in Stornoway include laundry and navigating the UK’s Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) process, which costs 16 pounds per person for non-UK citizens.▶ 2:18 The crew explores the grounds of Lew’s Castle, a 19th-century Victorian mansion, and highlights the region's history of Neolithic, Norse, and Viking settlement.▶ 4:35 Practical challenges include managing limited solar input as the sun remains low in the sky during the current season.▶ 16:12

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