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Jade#46 – PREPARATION FOR THE GAMBIER: last step before the big jump to Chile
30. oktober 2024 · 18 min · 12K visninger · Gambier Islands
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Jade prepares for a passage from the Gambier Islands to Chile by securing 400 liters of diesel fuel, which requires multiple trips to the supply ship Nukuhao.1:12 The 60-meter Nukuhao serves as a vital link for remote Polynesian islands, often offloading cargo via barges when local infrastructure cannot accommodate its size.4:31 Before departing, the crew coordinates their anchorage change with a Cigal 16 named Kea, which also plans to transit to Patagonia.5:57 Navigation within the Gambier lagoon requires strict adherence to marked channels to avoid pearl farm collectors, which are not always accurately charted.7:33 The crew also troubleshoots a watermaker pump, cleaning oxidation and resealing a joint to restore function.11:30 Weather analysis indicates unfavorable headwinds of 25 to 30 knots from the southeast, forcing the crew to wait for a shift to the northeast before attempting the passage.14:35 The vessel is fully provisioned with fresh produce, including papayas, bananas, and jackfruit, in anticipation of the upcoming voyage.13:04
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