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A couple performs a four-week refit on their sailboat in the Chesapeake Bay, focusing on hull maintenance, sanding, and applying multiple layers of primer and antifouling paint.0:26 After completing the work, they encounter significant depth issues while relaunching at the shipyard, resulting in the boat grounding in mud and sitting at a sharp angle overnight until the tide rises.13:19 Following the yard period, they sail north through the Chesapeake Bay toward Annapolis, navigating around numerous fishing buoys and dealing with gusty winds in relatively flat water.24:09 The crew notes the prevalence of private property and political signage in the region, contrasting their previous experiences in more tropical cruising grounds.7:15 They utilize the Airalo app for E-SIM data connectivity during their travels.7:47 The passage concludes with plans to sail toward New York City while managing a backlog of video content and seeking crowdfunding support for a future vessel.28:15

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