Sailing Solo to Two Harbors, Catalina Island (April 2021)

Name: Sailing Solo to Two Harbors, Catalina Island (April 2021)
Uploaded: 2021-04-05T05:25:50.000Z
Duration: 26 min 22 s
Description: The sailor replaces a blown 10-amp solar fuse after anchoring Keeldragger at Little Fisherman's Cove, Catalina Island.

4. april 2021 · 26 min · 4K visninger · San Pedro Channel

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A solo sailor departs San Pedro, California, for a weekend trip to Two Harbors, Catalina Island, aboard the sailboat Keeldragger. During the transit, the sailor encounters confused swells and 14 knots of apparent wind, necessitating a switch to a starboard tack to reach the isthmus.9:38 Upon arrival at Little Fisherman's Cove, the sailor drops anchor in 15 to 17 knots of wind.10:19 A blown 10-amp fuse in the solar charging circuit prevents battery replenishment, which the sailor identifies and replaces.12:06 The weekend includes a seven-mile hike to Silver Peak, followed by a return passage to the mainland.16:31 While sailing back, the vessel encounters the cargo ship CSC Yellow Sea; the sailor contacts the ship on VHF channel 16 to coordinate a stern crossing with a CPA of less than one mile.22:48 The trip concludes with light winds near Angel's Gate.25:30