Piratas Aderivavídeo
Sailing Upstream is Not Difficult "Guadiana" (English Subtitles)
13 de novembro de 2021 · 11 min · 2K visualizações · Guadiana River
O que este vídeo aborda
The sailboat Yendi navigates 25 nautical miles up the Guadiana River, transitioning from the coastal waters of Vila Real de Santo Antonio into a sheltered, inland environment.1:00 The crew maintains a speed of 5.5 knots by timing their ascent with the rising tide to counter strong river currents, while running the engine at 1,700 rpm to achieve 3 knots of speed plus 3 knots of current assistance.5:50 Navigation requires constant monitoring of the river’s changing water color and depth, aided by a drone for aerial perspective and a telephoto lens to identify obstacles.5:06 The river serves as a popular winter anchorage for a large international community of liveaboards, particularly near the neighboring towns of Alcoutim, Portugal, and Sanlúcar de Guadiana, Spain.3:42 Upon arrival at the Sanlúcar de Guadiana pontoon, the crew utilizes fenders and local assistance to secure the vessel.7:37 The area features a dedicated taxi boat service connecting the two towns, which are characterized by historical castles and distinct cultural influences from both nations.8:39
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