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SAILING to the CANARY ISLANDS to PREPARE for an ATLANTIC CROSSING - Ep 168
January 21, 2024 · 43 min · 39K views · Canary Islands
What this video covers
A Hunter 42 Passage sailboat prepares for an Atlantic crossing by stopping in Las Palmas, Canary Islands, to provision and perform maintenance.0:30 The crew fills two 13-kilogram propane tanks at a local facility, costing three euros per kilogram, and stocks up on non-perishable snacks and fresh produce for an estimated three-week passage.22:44 They rent a car to transport supplies and visit grocery stores, noting the importance of selecting unripe produce to extend shelf life during the voyage.32:10 The boat carries 80 gallons of internal fuel plus 20 gallons in deck cans.41:52 While waiting for a favorable weather window, the crew cleans the cockpit enclosure and prepares pre-made meals to supplement their pantry.30:00 They coordinate with a buddy boat met previously in Ibiza and Gibraltar for the upcoming transit.42:24 The crew plans to store fresh fruit inside the cabin to avoid direct sunlight and prevent damage in the center cockpit.34:51
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