Blue Horizonvídeo
After 4 weeks, we're finally sailing back to the mainland!
13 de setembro de 2026 · 23 min · 145K visualizações · Fernando de Noronha
O que este vídeo aborda
The crew departs Fernando de Noronha, Brazil, for a 240-nautical-mile passage to João Pessoa on the mainland to conclude their Atlantic crossing.6:18 The island, while ecologically rich, proved challenging for the crew due to high tourism fees, lack of protected anchorages, and constant rolling motion that hindered rest.2:08 Before departure, the crew replaces the boat's diesel filter to address recurring engine issues experienced during the crossing.7:08 The two-day transit through the Doldrums involves navigating unpredictable squalls, rain, and shifting winds.6:51 Thilo manages a cold while the crew maintains a routine, occasionally adjusting sail plans when rain squalls bring increased wind pressure.9:39 They monitor currents closely, attempting to maintain a southerly course to utilize favorable tidal flow for their river entrance.17:16 Despite the technical challenges of the passage and the erratic weather, the crew encounters a large pod of dolphins in the final stretch.15:27 The voyage concludes with a downwind run in 17 to 18 knots of wind, aiming for a morning arrival at the Brazilian coast.16:39
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