Sailing Zatara · video

What this video covers

The crew of the catamaran Zatara returns to Palmas Del Mar, Puerto Rico, to prepare the vessel for a summer transit to the U.S. East Coast and the Bahamas.8:26 Upon arrival, the owners find the boat clean after hiring a professional service, though they perform minor maintenance, including replacing a faulty air conditioning pump.9:39 Because the original B&G radio handsets are obsolete, the owner replaces the entire VHF radio system with a new unit, utilizing existing wiring for a plug-and-play installation.12:24 The crew also secures propane refills at a local rate of $10 per tank and stocks the galley with provisions from local markets and Costco.15:50 Future preparations include a professional hull cleaning and an insurance survey.16:39

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