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SOLO SAIL 150 NM ! The Fu%&!ng Coast of Portugal.
5 de setembro de 2025 · 29 min · 4K visualizações · Coast of Portugal
O que este vídeo aborda
A solo sailor navigates the Portuguese coast from the south to Lisbon, covering approximately 150 nautical miles against prevailing northerly winds and currents.0:27 The transit requires constant tacking in 1.5 to 2-meter seas, with wind speeds fluctuating between 5 and 22 knots.9:09 During the passage, an alternator belt failure threatens the engine's cooling system, forcing an at-sea repair to prevent overheating.9:28 The sailor stops at the anchorage in Sesimbra, noting that the site is exposed to the south and contains underwater sea cables that require careful chart review before dropping anchor.14:39 The final approach to the river bar and marina involves timing the arrival to coincide with slack tide to mitigate the effects of strong outgoing currents.25:49 The sailor relies on electric propulsion for maneuvering in tight quarters and docking, ultimately completing the trip without using diesel fuel.24:45 The passage highlights the challenges of coastal sailing on a strict schedule when weather windows are unfavorable.
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