Sailing Catalpa · vídeo

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The crew of the 40-ft monohull *Catalpa* departs Panama for a Pacific crossing, covering 300 nautical miles in the first five days.24:30 The passage begins with light winds and extensive motoring, followed by challenging conditions along the Colombian coast.4:13 The crew encounters variable winds, adverse currents, and frequent squalls, forcing them to tack repeatedly and motor through periods of calm.23:17 They utilize *PredictWind* via *Starlink* to monitor the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and adjust their route, debating whether to head north or south to find consistent trade winds.16:52 Fishing attempts include a near-catch of a marlin or sailfish, which escapes after a tail flip.19:05 By day five, the crew reports rough seas, erratic swells, and persistent rain, noting that their progress is significantly slower than their typical 100-mile-per-day average.24:30 The passage remains ongoing as the crew navigates through the doldrums and prepares to address equipment failures.

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