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After two days of 20- to 30-knot winds and rain, the crew of a catamaran departs their anchorage in Moorea, French Polynesia, to relocate to a quieter, less crowded spot.2:57 The crew performs a cold-start procedure for both engines, verifying water flow through the exhaust before weighing anchor.8:17 To simplify the departure, they hoist the mainsail while still at anchor, utilizing the boat's head-to-wind orientation.8:47 The owner notes that sailing off the hook requires caution, citing a previous incident where a motor failure nearly caused a collision.10:27 Once underway, the boat reaches speeds of 7.5 to 8 knots in 17 knots of wind, a performance boost attributed to a recent hull cleaning by a guest.11:35 The transit involves navigating a narrow channel marked by range markers.14:40 Upon arrival at the new anchorage, the crew confirms the anchor set before celebrating with a passage beer.17:12 The following day, they engage in water sports, including wing foiling and snorkeling, in calm, clear conditions.21:17

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