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Tensions, Decisions, and other Typical Events on a Sailing Passage (Ep 42)

19 de novembro de 2017 · 20 min · 177K visualizações · Savusavu

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The crew of the monohull Zatara sails from Tonga to Savusavu, Fiji, covering 190 miles in a single day during a three-day passage.3:24 They encounter 20- to 25-knot winds and 3- to 4-meter seas, which cause significant heeling and fatigue.3:29 During the transit, an unsecured hatch allows seawater to soak the interior, prompting a reminder to lock all hatches before heavy weather.4:48 The crew debates whether to anchor at a nearby island or continue to Savusavu to arrive at night.7:03 Despite initial concerns regarding night navigation and reef hazards, they rely on Navionics charts and local advice to enter the Savusavu pass after dark.15:18 Upon arrival, they coordinate with friends on the vessel Oceanus to secure a mooring ball in rainy conditions.18:39 The crew emphasizes the importance of the sailing community for guidance and safety when entering unfamiliar anchorages.19:16

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