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SAILING Saved our Lives

April 20, 2024 · 12 min · 527 views · Komodo Island

What this video covers

The crew climbs 800 stairs at Padar Island to view the sunset before planning a route through the Komodo Archipelago, including stops at Pink Beach, Turtle Point, and Manta Ray Point.1:24 The vessel navigates local currents reaching seven knots while transiting toward Bima on the island of Sumbawa.4:21 Maintenance tasks include scrubbing marine growth from the tender hull using a specialized sponge, a process performed most efficiently during low tide to maintain access to the waterline.8:43 The crew also participates in a drift dive near a small island to observe coral formations.9:06 Following a stop at Oifanda beach, the journey continues toward Bima to attend local festivities and visit fresh food markets.11:52 The owner reflects on a personal transition to a sailing lifestyle following a cancer diagnosis, emphasizing the resilience required for long-term cruising.5:14

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