Breaking Waves · vídeo

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Ben and Allie, owners of the sailboat in Barra de Navidad, Mexico, prioritize long-term comfort upgrades before a planned Pacific Ocean crossing.0:01 Allie constructs custom cockpit cushions using Sunbrella fabric and dense foam to improve ergonomics for the three-to-four-week passage.0:48 She also modifies the v-berth by filling a gap with custom-cut wood and foam to create a single, larger sleeping surface, sacrificing some storage access for better rest.1:32 Ben installs a new cockpit light and adds decorative twinkle lights to the cockpit area.7:29 The crew also adds an ice maker to the galley.4:34 While performing maintenance, Ben and Allie coordinate with Bill and Grace from the boat Calico Skies, who are also preparing for the crossing.9:20 The crews share technical tasks, including servicing winches and swapping reefing lines end-to-end to mitigate chafe.8:55 The experience of the Calico Skies crew, who have logged 30,000 nautical miles, provides guidance on managing the mental and physical challenges of long-distance ocean passages.13:00

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