Hugh Robertson Sailing · video

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A solo sailor navigating the Caribbean from Grenada to St. Vincent aboard the monohull *Sea Change* reports on post-hurricane conditions, customs procedures, and anchorage navigation. The sailor utilizes the SailClear electronic system for regional check-ins, noting its efficiency compared to traditional paperwork.0:19 Hurricane Beryl caused significant infrastructure damage on Union Island, where the author observed destroyed resorts and displaced families.2:30 Navigation through the Grenadines involved challenging upwind beats and strong currents, particularly between Bequia and St. Vincent, where a westward-setting current necessitated six hours of tacking to cover eight miles.19:29 The entrance to Blue Lagoon on St. Vincent requires navigating a narrow coral cut with a depth of approximately 5.5 feet.19:48 In Admiralty Bay, Bequia, the sailor utilized dampening devices on the spinnaker pole and boom to mitigate rolling in a crowded anchorage.13:39 The trip included stops at Tobago Cays, Canouan, and Savanne Island, where the author encountered varying degrees of hurricane damage and local development.5:11

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