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We Sailed 3000 Miles To A SINKING VOLCANO and Found SURF!
16. september 2024 · 18 min · 14K visninger · Hiva Oa
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After completing a 3,000-mile Pacific crossing from Vancouver Island, the crew of a sailboat arrives in Hiva Oa, French Polynesia, to clear customs and reprovision.0:16 The check-in process at the main town is straightforward, requiring a short walk or rental car to reach government offices and grocery stores.6:09 While produce is limited, the crew successfully stocks up on frozen goods and essentials for a planned three-to-four-week transit to the Tuamotus.9:58 The boat requires minor maintenance, including fuel loading via jerry cans and sourcing new water tanks.10:26 Following the errands, the crew scouts a local surf break.10:49 Despite initial concerns regarding potential localization, they find the lineup friendly and the waves short and punchy.16:14 The crew confirms that local knowledge and social interaction, such as sharing fruit with local surfers, provide helpful insights into wave conditions and timing.17:17
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