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WE'RE CHANGING THINGS UP! Sailing to the Canals in The Netherlands: Staande Mast Route - Ep 118
December 23, 2022 · 19 min · 19K views · The Netherlands
What this video covers
The crew of the 38-ft sailboat *Gypsy* navigates the Staande Mast Route in the Netherlands, transiting from Vlissingen toward Amsterdam.5:22 Facing a fuel shortage in France due to a strike, the crew motors through the canal system while managing tight bridge and lock schedules.0:44 They utilize a dedicated waterway app to track bridge opening times and communicate with operators via VHF radio.11:19 When VHF communication is unavailable at specific locks, the crew positions the vessel near cameras on the lock pillars to trigger automated openings.15:33 The transit involves sharing locks with large commercial barges, requiring precise positioning as directed by lock masters.17:32 Navigating at night proves challenging due to limited visibility and narrow approach channels, leading to an unplanned overnight stop at a dock when a lock malfunctioned.15:21 The crew notes that commercial lock wait times often exceed initial estimates, necessitating shorter daily distance goals. Adjusting to the tight canal infrastructure, the crew successfully maneuvers *Gypsy* into small marinas, often performing three-point turns in confined spaces.
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