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S/V Quetzal Sailing New England Ep. 3 - Exhilarating Offshore Sailing Back to the Chesapeake Bay
December 12, 2023 · 12 min · 5K views · Herring Bay, Maryland
What this video covers
S/V Quetzal completes a 250-nautical-mile passage from Block Island to the Delaware Bay, beating into southwest winds of 20 knots and six-foot seas.3:14 After anchoring behind the breakwater in Lewes, Delaware, the crew catches a northerly weather system to sail down the Atlantic coast toward the Chesapeake Bay.4:26 The transit involves a broad reach with winds backing to the north, followed by a final leg from Cape Charles where shifting winds force the crew to motor-sail.6:59 Upon returning to Herring Bay, the boat undergoes extensive winter maintenance.11:10 Repairs include rebuilding the bilge pump, servicing all winches, and replacing the boom.11:25 The crew installs a new Starlink system and upgrades the headsail furling gear by swapping a Profurl unit for a Harken Unit 4.11:52 Engine maintenance includes replacing the turbocharger and aftercooler.11:59
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