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A Beneteau Oceanis 440 prepares for a coastal passage from Fort-de-France, Martinique, to Saint-Pierre.▶ 0:11 Before departure, the crew completes a 500-euro provisioning run, prioritizing non-perishable goods and removing excess cardboard packaging to mitigate pest issues common in the region.▶ 1:35 The vessel experiences ongoing technical problems, specifically a malfunctioning watermaker producing salty, algae-tainted water and inconsistent refrigerator performance.▶ 4:24 During the 12.7-nautical-mile transit, which takes four hours, the crew encounters light, variable winds ranging from 15 to 25 knots, forcing them to motor-sail while navigating close to the shoreline near Le Carbet.▶ 13:50 Upon arrival at the anchorage, the skipper disputes the chain length of a nearby catamaran, which has deployed 70 meters of chain in only 7 meters of water.▶ 13:02 The crew utilizes the stop to swim and perform maintenance, including troubleshooting the anemometer and watermaker.▶ 13:50 The passage highlights the necessity of managing onboard resources and technical systems before embarking on longer voyages.

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