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Bye Bye Alaska, Hello BC! - Ep. 129 RAN Sailing
November 30, 2018 · 29 min · 85K views · Lincoln Channel
What this video covers
Cruising the Inside Passage from Ketchikan, Alaska, to Prince Rupert, British Columbia, requires careful navigation of narrow, shallow channels and strict timing with tidal currents. In these regions, currents can reach three knots, often dictating travel schedules more than wind.19:21 Because the channels are narrow and protected, sailing is frequently limited to downwind runs, with significant portions of the route requiring motoring.22:43 Fog is common in August, necessitating reliance on AIS, radar, or close-shore navigation to avoid commercial traffic.23:46 Local cruisers recommend insulating the hull and adding carpet to the cabin sole to manage condensation and maintain warmth in the cold, wet climate.18:29 Self-sufficiency is essential, as mechanical support is sparse in remote inlets.18:56 When entering channels or marinas in British Columbia, sailors must remember that the buoyage system reverses from the European standard, with red buoys kept to starboard when entering from the sea.13:25 Proper route planning, including identifying backup anchorages and monitoring VHF traffic, remains critical for safe transit through these rugged, remote coastal waters.19:14
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