Setting sail for INDONESIA
September 11, 2023 · 23 min · 955 views · Darwin
What this video covers
A couple preparing for the S2I rally to Indonesia completes final boat maintenance and customs clearance in Darwin, Australia, before embarking on a four-day passage. The crew of Ocean Lady performs electrical repairs, including replacing corroded bow thruster wiring and installing a new AIS system to meet rally requirements.8:08 They also attempt to modify an outboard motor bracket, though they ultimately defer the project due to the need for a haul-out.6:42 Customs clearance requires an export number for the vessel, which necessitates an in-person appointment at the Darwin airport; the crew warns that failing to book this appointment in advance causes significant delays.10:07 During the transit, the autopilot malfunctions due to metal stored near the compass, and the Genoa track requires field repairs with sail tape.21:42 The crew utilizes Starlink for connectivity while underway.20:50 Following a successful medical follow-up in Perth, the sailors navigate wind-against-current conditions and encounter local fishing nets while approaching their destination in Indonesia.18:38
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