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Sailing Solo To White Cove, Catalina Island (March 2026)
30 de março de 2026 · 21 min · 1K visualizações · San Pedro Channel, California
Sailboat heeled in blue sea, golden light, spray, wake
O que este vídeo aborda
A Valiant Yachts 40-2 sails solo from the mainland to White Cove, Catalina Island, in March 2026. The 18-nautical-mile passage begins in light winds of three to five knots, requiring the skipper to motor across the San Pedro Channel shipping lanes.0:16 As the vessel clears the southbound lane, true wind increases to approximately 10 knots, allowing for a reach into the anchorage.5:12 During the transit, the skipper monitors performance using the Orca app, noting a discrepancy between actual boat speed and polar targets.7:56 The approach to Catalina involves navigating through patchy fog, prompting the use of radar and running lights for low-visibility safety.9:48 Upon arrival at White Cove, the crew anchors in 60 to 65 feet of water.13:32 The return trip the following morning occurs in similarly light, variable winds and overcast conditions, with the skipper maintaining radar watch for traffic near Angel's Gate.18:42
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