North Atlantic Crossing Part I : Canaries - Cape Verde | E046
January 29, 2025 · 6 min · 119 views · Mindelo
What this video covers
Yacht Zen Again departed the Canary Islands bound for Antigua on a fourth Atlantic crossing, but diverted to Mindelo, Cape Verde, after discovering a leaking three-quarter-inch skin fitting for the head.Watch Initial conditions leaving Pozito Blanco included 25 to 30 knots of wind in an acceleration zone and uncomfortable, conflicting wave trains.0:48 By day three, the crew jibed onto port tack and identified significant water ingress through the hull fitting.1:18 They determined the leak posed too great a risk for the remaining 3,000-mile passage.1:33 Upon arrival in Mindelo, the crew anchored after sunset, noting the importance of avoiding the ferry terminal area to prevent relocation requests.3:39 They eventually moved into the marina, which serves as a hub for Atlantic-crossing vessels.4:30 A cruising diver assisted with the repair by applying plates and sealant from the exterior, while the crew reinforced the fitting from the interior.5:21 The repair successfully cured over several days.5:11
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