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SAILING THE TUSCAN ARCHIPELAGO - ITALY! EP-110
November 15, 2023 · 23 min · 179K views · Italy
What this video covers
A cruising couple navigates the Tuscan Archipelago, managing inconsistent wind conditions that force frequent transitions between motoring and sailing. During a passage toward Elba, the crew utilizes a cruising chute with a spinnaker pole to maintain speed in light 5-to-6-knot downwind conditions.4:39 When wind shifts occur, they adjust the pole setup between port and starboard to optimize sail shape.7:03 Later, in 10 knots of true wind, the boat achieves 7 knots of speed on a close reach, benefiting from flat water near the coast.20:16 The crew also performs a repair on a punctured tender using a circular patch, isopropyl alcohol for surface cleaning, and contact adhesive, allowing a 10-minute tack-off period before application.13:28 Throughout the transit, the crew contends with crowded, deep-water anchorages where proximity to shore is restricted by local regulations and Coast Guard patrols.8:01 They prioritize flexible arrival times to accommodate fluctuating weather forecasts and variable wind directions.
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