IS THIS A MISTAKE? Restarting our North Atlantic Crossing | Sailing Florence Ep.162

Name: IS THIS A MISTAKE? Restarting our North Atlantic Crossing | Sailing Florence Ep.162
Uploaded: 2023-08-18T17:00:40.000Z
Duration: 17 min 14 s
Description: The crew of Florence navigates an 1,800-mile Atlantic passage from Bermuda to the Azores using a spinnaker.

18. august 2023 · 17 min · 87K visninger

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Florence, a cruising sailboat, departs Bermuda for an 1,800-mile passage to the Azores, aiming to catch the tail end of a low-pressure system.3:38 The crew encounters light winds on day three, forcing a decision between motoring—limited by a 450-mile fuel range—and drifting.4:27 They choose to hoist the spinnaker to maintain progress in light air.5:09 By day five, the sea state builds, requiring the crew to reef the mainsail while managing the boat from the cockpit to keep the interior dry.8:14 During a period of low visibility, the crew maneuvers to avoid two ships on a collision course in the open Atlantic.11:38 A custom-designed cockpit tent provides protection from heavy rain and spray, compensating for degraded waterproof gear.13:43 The vessel maintains an average speed of seven knots despite volatile conditions and shifting wind directions.13:15 Passing the 1,000-mile mark to the Azores serves as a significant milestone for the crew.15:39