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A cruising couple attempts to navigate their tender into the Marsh River near Dalyan, Turkey, to view ancient Lycian rock tombs, but the mission fails when the outboard motor breaks down in shallow water.2:21 After hitting a sandbank, the crew suspects the shear pin failed or oil leaked into the propeller housing; they later attempt a repair by replacing the shear pin.9:39 The pair also practices stern-to mooring for the first time in a quiet bay near Gocek, securing the boat to two trees on shore.10:16 During a subsequent coastal passage to Gocek, they motor through the night to beat a weather window, later sailing close-hauled at 7 to 8 knots in 12 to 13 knots of wind.8:38 The crew reports a burning smell from the exhaust during the transit and notes the difficulty of navigating short entrances at night without clear visibility of other vessels.7:04 They eventually reach Gocek, a protected sailing hub with multiple marinas, to resupply and find internet access.17:20

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