4 GREAT Tips Every Cruisers MUST Know: The BEST of the Rest
14 de dezembro de 2020 · 14 min · 39K visualizações · Bahamas
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Cruising sailors must verify local tide charts before navigating shallow, dredged channels, as relying solely on electronic charts can lead to grounding.4:11 When planning passages to meet guests, captains should prioritize either a fixed schedule or a fixed location, as attempting both often results in delays caused by mechanical failures or weather.6:36 Sailing into United States territories requires a B1/B2 visa; an ESTA visa is invalid for maritime arrivals, and failure to secure the correct documentation can result in heavy fines or forced humanitarian visa applications.9:46 Long-term anchoring leads to rapid vessel deterioration, including calcification of cutlass bearings, anchor chain corrosion, and engine gunk buildup.12:51 Regular movement and engine operation prevent these maintenance issues and maintain the boat's readiness for sea.13:43 The crew of the Millennial Falcon learned these lessons through experiences in the Bahamas, Guadeloupe, Bequia, and Puerto Rico, where they faced keel damage, engine oil leaks, a detached prop shaft in the Mona Passage, and customs complications.2:38
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