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Thilo and Leonie sail from Formentera to Almerimar, Spain, navigating a challenging overnight passage in the Mediterranean.0:15 After enduring 30-knot gusts and heavy swell while anchored at Formentera, the crew departs to utilize a narrow weather window.7:00 During the transit, they encounter significant sea states, recording speeds of up to 10.5 knots while surfing down waves.8:56 The boat maintains a steady pace with a double-reefed mainsail, relying on the autopilot to manage the helm during the night.8:21 The crew experiences fatigue due to the irregular watch schedule and the physical demands of adjusting sail area during frequent rain squalls.11:05 Upon reaching the Spanish coast, they prepare for a multi-week stay in Almerimar to perform maintenance, including a motor service and life raft inspection.19:34 The passage highlights the difficulty of balancing short-handed night sailing with the psychological challenge of operating outside one's comfort zone.18:25

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