Sailing Zephyr IV · vídeo

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Dave, sailing solo on the 30-ft Zephyr IV, transits from Portsmouth to Poole Harbour during a period of easterly winds.0:06 The passage involves motoring against the tide past West Cowes and Newtown Creek before catching a favorable breeze toward Hurst Castle.2:23 Upon reaching the entrance to Poole Harbour, the vessel encounters a heavy easterly swell and strong ebb tide, creating rough conditions that force the use of the engine to maintain control.7:53 After anchoring near Brownsea Island, wind speeds increase to 35–40 knots, causing the boat to touch bottom at low tide.10:15 Due to the deteriorating weather, the vessel relocates to a berth at Poole Yacht Haven, where staff assist with docking in 35-knot winds.14:25 The passage highlights the difficulty of navigating the Poole Harbour entrance during an ebb tide with an opposing swell.

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