El Viaje de Bohemia · video

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New England coastal waters offer a viable alternative to Atlantic crossings for sailors seeking varied cruising grounds during the hurricane season, which runs from May through November.1:55 Navigating the region requires constant vigilance for lobster traps, which frequently foul propellers and wash up on shorelines.2:18 Dense fog is a common hazard in these waters, often reducing visibility to less than 30 meters.8:00 When sailing a 70-foot vessel, engaging the transmission in reverse while under sail prevents the propeller shaft from spinning, which reduces mechanical wear on the transmission.13:00 Anchoring maneuvers in these rocky, island-dotted areas involve managing snubber lines and clearing anchor lockers before arrival.12:14 The Elizabeth Islands, including Cuttyhunk, provide protected, remote anchorages accessible only by boat.5:35 Electronic autopilots offer precise course changes at the touch of a button, contrasting with the wind-vane steering systems often used for long-distance blue-water passages.15:45

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