Sailing Zatara · video

What this video covers

The crew of the 59-ft catamaran Zatara prepares the vessel for a multi-week winterization period while docked in Puerto Rico. To prevent moisture buildup in the fuel tanks, the crew fills them to capacity before departure.8:17 The water maker undergoes a pickling process using sodium metabisulfite to prevent biological growth in the system while the boat remains inactive; this involves flushing the system with desalinated water, then circulating the pickling solution through the intake.3:26 The crew clears all perishable food items from the freezers and refrigerators, opting to keep only one fridge running on shore power.13:48 Exterior cushions are moved into the salon to protect them from environmental damage, and the shade covers are removed to mitigate wind-loading risks during potential storms.14:53 The boat remains connected to shore power to maintain security cameras and climate control systems.16:23

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