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Thilo and Leonie depart Licata, Sicily, to sail 200 nautical miles west to Sardinia.8:51 After a period of storage, the crew performs a routine engine and oil check before departing in the evening to capitalize on a favorable weather window.1:37 The initial leg requires overnight motoring due to light winds along the southern Sicilian coast, though they later encounter 10 to 15 knots of wind, allowing for consistent sailing at 6 to 7 knots on a beam reach.17:55 The crew manages sail flogging in light air by adjusting the genoa and maintaining steady watch shifts.22:25 They navigate the final approach to Sardinia in darkness, relying on prior local knowledge to anchor safely at night.23:10 The passage highlights the transition back to a liveaboard routine, including meal preparation and managing fatigue during night watches.23:57 The crew notes that their confidence in the boat’s ground tackle and windlass has significantly improved their anchoring experience compared to their previous vessel.10:58

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