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We Took Mediterranean Sailors to Arctic Norway — What Will They Think? | Ep. 99
18 de outubro de 2026 · 24 min · 3K visualizações · Sleneset
O que este vídeo aborda
The crew of the 38-ft sailboat Polaris hosts two Mediterranean-based sailors for a week of island hopping along the Helgeland coast of Norway.0:29 The itinerary includes fishing, hiking, and visiting small island communities such as Sleneset, Selsøyvik, Rødøy, Tonnes, and Nesna.21:28 Navigation through the region requires careful attention to narrow channels, skerries, and local ferry traffic.4:11 During a passage from Tonnes to Nesna, the boat experiences a sudden, violent broach when a 40-knot gust hits while sailing under a reefed mainsail and full genoa, causing the rudders to lose grip.18:33 The crew also encounters a pod of orcas near Selsøyvik.7:13 Shore-based activities include hiking to the Hellarhöhlet sea cave and visiting the Nesna museum to view local historical exhibits.16:03 The guests conclude that while the Arctic scenery and lack of crowded marinas are superior to the Mediterranean, they still prefer the warmer climate of the south for long-term sailing.23:04
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