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Following a rough passage to Cartagena, Colombia, the crew of the catamaran Evelias—formerly named Wolanthia—undertakes extensive post-voyage repairs and cleaning. The vessel sustained water intrusion in the sail locker, which the crew addresses by removing degraded hull-to-deck caulk and applying a liquid sealant from the interior.2:33 A broken roller furler washer, unavailable locally, is repaired by fabricating a replacement using JB Weld epoxy.5:06 The crew also cleans the port-side bilge, which accumulated water during the transit.3:37

Customs clearance in Cartagena involves hiring a local agent who manages immigration paperwork and provides a courtesy flag.6:57 While organizing the boat, the host suffers a crushed finger from a porthole and a subsequent fall, resulting in a minor injury.7:42 The crew concludes their stay by hosting a formal renaming ceremony for the vessel, followed by a sightseeing excursion to local fort ruins.15:26

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