Kauana Sailing Expedition · video

What this video covers

A couple begins a multi-year expedition by sailing through the Finnish archipelago, navigating dense rock formations and heavy maritime traffic. During their initial transit toward the Åland Islands, the genoa rips after catching on a radar mount.7:37 The crew repairs the sail in Mariehamn using self-adhesive cloth and manual stitching, while also rounding the sharp edges of the radar mount to prevent further damage.7:26 They subsequently complete a 24-nautical-mile international passage to Sweden, encountering 25-knot winds and choppy seas.10:43 Upon arrival, they deploy a dinghy equipped with a 10 HP outboard engine to explore a remote shipyard and pub.13:24 The voyage continues with their first night passage, during which they deploy a spinnaker.16:54 The crew notes that the Finnish archipelago requires constant vigilance due to shallow, rock-strewn waters, and they emphasize the importance of self-sustainability to avoid frequent marina stops.13:06

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