Sailing Catalpa · vídeo

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A family of four sailing the 40-ft Catalpa across the Pacific Ocean reports progress 1,000 nautical miles into a 4,000-mile passage toward the Marquesas.7:32 The crew manages sail trim and reefing to balance the boat and reduce autopilot load, noting that their furling mainsail system allows for safe, single-handed reefing from the cockpit.10:58 During the transit, the crew addresses a deck leak caused by a cleat bolt installed without epoxy, applying silicone as a temporary seal.4:37 They also perform emergency repairs on the mainsail after batten pockets rip.11:56 The crew maintains a steady speed of 7 to 11 knots with favorable currents.7:36 After 13 days without a catch, they land a large wahoo using a Lance's hand line with a bungee shock absorber.19:51 The crew processes the fish using a specific filleting technique learned in Indonesia, which involves cutting workable pieces rather than full fillets to maximize freezer space.20:33 They also observe boobies hunting flying fish near the boat and confirm a crossing of the equator.14:38

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