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Anissia and Tom depart Panama City on January 30 for a 3,900-nautical-mile passage to Fatu Hiva in the Marquesas.0:18 The crew plans to navigate south of the Galapagos, utilizing strong southerly winds to reach the southeast trades.1:55 During the first 14 hours, they encounter 25-to-30-knot gusts and uncomfortable, short-period seas over shallow coastal shelves, forcing them to reef the genoa.8:37 They maintain an average speed of 6.8 knots while keeping a constant watch for heavy cargo traffic.9:24 To manage light-wind conditions, they deploy a second-hand gennaker, which allows them to maintain 4 knots of speed in 5-to-10 knots of wind, reducing their reliance on the engine.16:42 The crew successfully catches two tuna, their first fish in seven years of sailing, using techniques learned from fellow cruisers.7:45 Despite initial seasickness and challenging conditions in the galley, they maintain a routine of preparing fresh meals while underway.7:00 The passage strategy includes potential engine use for two to three days to clear windless zones.1:08

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