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Erica and Warren prepare for an 800-mile journey from French Polynesia toward the Marquesas by performing maintenance on their dinghy and rigging. During an oil change on the dinghy’s gear drive, the crew discovers metal shavings in the oil, indicating potential gear wear that requires future inspection.1:28 Warren also climbs the mast to address a fraying halyard.7:34 The pair departs on an 80-mile overnight passage from their current location to Marea, Tahiti, timing their departure to coincide with a narrow wind window.12:50 They navigate an inner pass with unlit markers before reaching the open ocean.13:43 During the transit, the wind shifts and lightens, forcing the crew to balance their desire to sail without motoring against the reality of dying winds.17:03 They successfully reach Marea, motoring only the final few miles as they enter the island's lee.27:23 The passage serves as the first of several planned hops to reposition the boat for the upcoming season.28:10

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