Sailing Doodles · video

What this video covers

The crew of Doodles conducts a shakedown cruise in the Gulf of Thailand, departing from an anchorage near the uninhabited island of Kokrom.0:21 During the transit, the crew tests the electric propulsion system, noting that cruising at 400 RPM per side draws 20 amps and maintains a speed of 5.1 knots, providing an estimated 20-hour range.3:45 Upon reaching Monkey Island, the crew attempts to feed the local macaque population.7:41 The monkeys exhibit aggressive behavior, swarming the dinghy and stealing a bag of food and a beer can, forcing the crew to retreat to the main vessel.12:18 The trip concludes with a short sail back to a marina in Pattaya, where the crew utilizes wireless headsets to coordinate docking maneuvers.13:57 The shakedown confirms the operational status of the vessel's electric motors and communication systems.

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