BIG WAVES and GALE FORCE WINDS mid-ocean | Sailing Florence Ep.164

Name: BIG WAVES and GALE FORCE WINDS mid-ocean | Sailing Florence Ep.164
Uploaded: 2023-09-15T17:00:31.000Z
Duration: 33 min 6 s
Description: The 37-foot Florence survives North Atlantic gales and 46-knot gusts during a passage to the Azores.

15. september 2023 · 33 min · 691K visninger

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During a passage from Bermuda to the Azores, a 37-foot boat, Florence, encounters sustained gale-force winds and heavy seas in the North Atlantic. The crew, Amy and Matt, manage the vessel under staysail alone as wind speeds frequently reach 35 to 46 knots.10:16 Breaking waves repeatedly flood the cockpit, and one impact rips the interior table from the cabin floor after a crew member is thrown from their bunk.7:47 To maintain control in following seas, the crew relies on an Aries wind vane, which performs consistently in high-wind conditions.17:21 Sleep deprivation remains a primary challenge, exacerbated by the need to frequently adjust sail plan and jibe in response to squalls.1:58 The crew monitors nearby shipping traffic using an Em-trak AIS transceiver connected to a masthead VHF antenna.30:34 Despite the rough conditions and damage to the interior, the boat remains seaworthy throughout the transit.