Sam Holmes Sailingvideo
3 day sailing passage without a propeller.
16. september 2023 · 17 min · 57K visninger · Mediterranean Sea
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A sailboat with a disabled propeller departs a marina under sail power alone, navigating a narrow exit by steering to clear the slips.1:49 The crew plans a three-to-four-day passage from the current location to a boatyard in Sardinia to address the mechanical failure.3:12 During the transit, the vessel encounters unpredictable winds and counter-currents while passing between Corsica and Sardinia.12:49 The crew utilizes a spinnaker to maintain speed in light air and relies on an electronic autopilot to manage the helm during periods of drifting.5:02 Navigation challenges include managing sail trim in shifting winds and avoiding heavy traffic near the harbor entrance. The crew reports minor injuries, including a jellyfish sting and various scrapes, while maintaining the vessel with improvised repairs, such as 3D-printed blocks for the sheets.8:30 Upon arrival near the destination, the boat anchors behind a rock formation to wait for the boatyard to open on Monday.15:06
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