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S/V Quetzal - Sailing to the Eastern Shore
June 28, 2021 · 17 min · 2K views · St. Michael's Harbor, Maryland
What this video covers
SV Quetzal departs Harrington Harbor for a weekend trip to St. Michael’s, Maryland, marking the vessel's first sail since returning from Florida.0:12 During the transit, the crew sheets in the main and staysail to sail close-hauled, furling the headsail to maintain a speed of four knots against the wind.5:38 Upon arrival, the crew anchors in St. Michael’s Harbor and utilizes the local water taxi.5:53 While anchored, the crew monitors incoming weather, noting potential wind shifts that could affect the vessel's orientation.12:03 On the return trip, the boat encounters light winds before finding a beam reach that allows for six to six-and-a-half knots of speed under full canvas.14:04 The vessel maintains eight knots while entering the channel at Harrington Harbor.15:46 Post-sail inspections reveal a loose main halyard and a missing sail batten.16:29
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