Sam Holmes Sailing · vídeo

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Sam Holmes sails a catamaran through the islands near Phuket, Thailand, while managing several ongoing maintenance issues. During the transit, the crew practices sailing maneuvers, including jibing and tacking without engine assistance, and monitors performance using an Orca Core tablet integrated into the NMEA backbone.3:04 The vessel experiences significant wind shifts and squalls, reaching speeds of 10 knots in 40-knot gusts.7:24

The boat requires multiple repairs: a leaking escape hatch, a plumbing leak near the shower, and a collapsing windlass base.6:09 The windlass base, which shows signs of rot, requires excavation and reinforcement with PVC board and epoxy.13:15 The crew explores local caves and anchorages, including the area near James Bond Island, while navigating around fish traps and shallow water.14:19 The owner plans to address the deck rot and windlass structural failure in subsequent repairs.18:53

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