Sailing Zatara · video

What this video covers

The crew of the 50-ft catamaran Zatara manages a high-wind anchorage in Ibiza while preparing for a passage to Gibraltar. With forecasts predicting 40 to 50-knot gusts, the crew performs underwater inspections of the anchor to ensure it remains buried in the sand.1:39 To mitigate potential dragging, they maintain a continuous night watch and keep the dinghy hoisted for a rapid departure.20:27 During the stay, the crew installs Microair EasyStart soft starters on three CTM air conditioning units to reduce electrical load on the battery banks during compressor startup.9:04 They emphasize the use of heat-shrink terminals with internal glue for all marine electrical connections to prevent corrosion.12:07 The vessel remains in the anchorage for 12 hours, enduring two-meter swells despite wind speeds staying below 20 knots.22:51 The crew plans to depart for Gibraltar once a favorable weather window opens around the 28th or 29th of the month.14:11

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