LANDFALL at LAST | French Polynesia | Ep 104
15. mai 2023 · 19 min · 13K visninger · North of French Polynesia
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A 26-day Pacific crossing concludes with the arrival of the 45-ft catamaran *Meraki* in Hiva Oa, French Polynesia.9:04 The crew manages a final 165-nautical-mile day under standard sail before encountering light, shifting winds near the island.7:31 After 3,000 nautical miles of unsuccessful fishing, the crew lands a large wahoo within the final three miles of the passage.13:02 Navigation through a persistent band of squalls at the five-degree south latitude mark requires constant radar monitoring and frequent sail changes between the spinnaker and staysail.5:32 Upon arrival, the crew anchors in the bay, meets family members, and begins the local customs check-in process.14:26 The transition from long-term offshore sailing to land-based activity results in physical fatigue during initial shore excursions.18:48 Consistent monitoring of weather forecasts and radar allows for effective navigation through squall bands, while maintaining a flexible sail plan ensures steady progress during light-wind conditions.
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