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A must Stop along the Hudson River [E290]

28. april 2024 · 18 min · 1K visninger · Athens, Hudson River

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The crew navigates 19 miles down the Hudson River to Athens, New York, contending with 17 to 23 knots of wind and a strong opposing current.8:42 After finding the free public dock full, they anchor using a 65-pound Mantus anchor, though the boat struggles to set properly while riding over its chain in the gusty conditions.6:17 They later secure a spot at the dock to explore the town’s historical architecture and visit the Athens Rooster coffee shop.9:38 Maintenance tasks include troubleshooting persistent leaks around the cabin windows, which were previously sealed with 3M tape that failed due to hull flexing.1:19 The crew plans to replace these with stainless steel portlights.2:02 Additionally, they modify the solar panel mounts using stainless steel tubing to allow for better tilting and increased efficiency.15:49 The owner also salvages parts from a discarded 2.5-horsepower Mercury outboard found on shore to repair their own 3.3-horsepower engine.18:30

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