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The Big Risk | #SAL #231

October 2, 2022 · 22 min · 48K views · Ubatuba

What this video covers

The crew of the sailboat Hashtag Sal departs Ubatuba, Brazil, to navigate north toward Paraty, Rio de Janeiro, while evaluating the balance between calculated risk and safety in coastal cruising.Watch The route includes stops at Ilha Anchieta and Ilha do Prumirinho, areas known for limited protection against southerly winds.3:23 The crew emphasizes that these islands require careful weather planning, as southerly swells can make anchorages uncomfortable or hazardous.3:40 During the transit, the crew tests Starlink connectivity and visits the historical ruins of the Ilha Anchieta penal colony.3:56 After a brief stay in the caiçara village of Picinguaba, the boat motors toward Paraty to avoid incoming northeast winds, timing the departure for 06:00 to navigate the Joatinga region before conditions deteriorate.17:22 The passage highlights the necessity of monitoring weather windows and maintaining flexibility when cruising in regions with limited sheltered anchorages. The crew also advocates for public access to Brazilian beaches, expressing concern regarding the potential impact of legislative project PL 444/2021 on coastal land rights.10:37

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