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Towing A Sailboat With Not Working Engine - UNTIE THE LINES III #31

8 de dezembro de 2017 · 8 min · 59K visualizações · Las Brisas, Panama City

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Nike prepares the aluminum-hulled sailboat Carl for a haul-out at the Balboa Yacht Club in Panama to address engine and shaft issues.0:36 Because the engine is inoperable, a local operator named Neldo tows the vessel from Las Brisas toward the yacht club.0:06 The initial towing attempt fails when the operator refuses to use a bridle, causing the boats to drift uncontrollably near the Flamenco Island breakwaters.2:12 After the crew insists on a proper triangle configuration, the tow proceeds to a mooring.3:10 The haul-out faces further delays due to a mechanical failure on the yacht club’s slip trailer.3:58 Once the boat is finally hauled, the crew discovers the vessel is supported solely by dock lines while on the trailer, causing significant stress on the rigging during transport over uneven ground.6:04 Nike decides to hire outside help to clean the hull and remove extensive marine growth, allowing her to focus on mechanical repairs and shaft maintenance.6:45

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