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Final preparations before the big departure: non-stop rain, sick captain... Ep.76
16 de maio de 2025 · 29 min · 8K visualizações · Tahiti
O que este vídeo aborda
A couple preparing to depart Tahiti faces a series of delays caused by persistent rain, a medical emergency, and equipment maintenance. After two weeks of continuous rainfall and 94% humidity, the crew focuses on interior boat projects, including organizing a medical kit and performing an extensive provisioning run for non-perishable goods.13:27 Tom, the captain, suffers from a combination of dengue fever and liver complications resulting from medication used to treat a persistent foot fungus. While waiting for his recovery, the crew performs maintenance on the boat’s water pump, specifically replacing a fragile seal. They plan to sail toward Moorea once the captain regains his health, with future route considerations involving a choice between Tonga and Samoa. The crew emphasizes the importance of maintaining paper charts as a backup to electronic navigation and highlights the necessity of storing dry goods in sealed containers to prevent pest infestations in tropical climates.
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