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The crew of a catamaran prepares to depart French Polynesia after a two-year stay, navigating the final two islands of Maupiti and Maupuha.1:38 The transit from Bora Bora to Maupiti involves a 30-mile day sail in calm conditions with 1.1-meter swells.9:24 Entering the Maupiti pass requires precise navigation, as the channel is narrow and long; local conditions dictate that swells exceeding two meters make the pass impassable for yachts.6:18 Upon arrival, the crew performs maintenance tasks, including replacing lost anodes on folding propellers and applying red Loctite to prevent future loss.22:51 They report satisfaction with Coppercoat anti-fouling after three months of use, noting minimal growth on the hull compared to unprotected propellers.25:28 The crew also addresses a minor crack in the hull with packing tape as a temporary measure until a scheduled haul-out in New Zealand.22:47 The transition period involves managing the emotional challenges of leaving a long-term cruising ground and adjusting to sailing without buddy boats.18:50

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