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Doodles sails 170 miles from Salamlaki to an uncharted atoll, relying on a combination of Navionics, Garmin, and Ovital Maps to navigate shallow reefs.0:12 Because standard electronic charts lack detail for the remote location, the crew uses Ovital Maps to overlay satellite imagery onto GPS coordinates to identify hazards.1:08 Upon arrival, they find the channel marked by local poles and anchor offshore to avoid potential reef damage.2:14 After exploring the island and hosting eight local men on board, the crew departs for a 300-mile passage to Segu.6:10 During the transit, the crew deploys a spinnaker in light downwind conditions to increase speed.6:19 They emphasize the importance of AIS for monitoring nearby vessel traffic and note that downwind sail configurations are essential for cruising.8:23 The crew removes the spinnaker before sunset to ensure safety during the overnight watch.7:58

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