SAILING through a VERY Active HURRICANE Season Sailing GBU
August 25, 2021 · 24 min · 275K views · Puerto Rico
What this video covers
The crew of the sailboat Good, Bad, and Ugly relocates from Fajardo, Puerto Rico, to a protected bay to shelter from an approaching tropical storm.11:53 Facing unreliable engine performance, the crew sails off the anchor to conserve the motor for tight maneuvering.12:30 During the transit, the owner installs a DIY traveler system using a double block and existing lines to improve mainsail trim and prevent boom movement while at anchor.9:27 To monitor hurricane development, the crew relies on the National Hurricane Center for initial alerts, the Windy app for two-to-three-day wind forecasts, and local Doppler radar to assess storm moisture levels.21:30 The owner notes that high-moisture storms often produce more erratic wind gusts and squalls than dry systems.23:09 Upon arrival at the anchorage, the crew identifies several abandoned or poorly maintained vessels as significant collision hazards during high winds.15:20 The owner emphasizes the importance of securing boats in marinas rather than leaving neglected craft in hurricane holes.15:31
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