Sailing La Vagabonde · vídeo

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The crew of the catamaran La Vagabonde navigates the Ryukyu Islands in Japan, transiting from a small port to an anchorage at Yakushima.4:10 During the 70-nautical-mile passage, the crew encounters volatile weather, including a water spout and shifting winds on the outskirts of a squall, requiring them to tack to maintain a safe course.9:56 The vessel utilizes a code zero sail to maintain speed in 100-degree apparent wind angles, though the crew notes the risk of the bow digging in during gusts.14:53 Mechanical issues persist, specifically an intermittent bow thruster failure and a broken engine bay extraction fan, which forces the crew to leave the engine compartment lid ajar to manage heat.19:18 The crew also promotes their newly launched Sea People app, which features digital logbooks and a "hail" function for local VHF-style communication.11:07 Upon arrival at Yakushima, the crew anchors in 8 to 9 meters of water after motor-sailing through the island's wind shadow.22:25

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