Sailing Triteia · video

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The 1965 Alberg 30 sloop Triteia sails two and a half miles from Port Fitzroy to Smokehouse Bay on Great Barrier Island, New Zealand.1:36 The crew anchors in 30 feet of water with a 5:1 scope, noting the bay offers 360-degree protection.13:23 Smokehouse Bay features communal facilities established by the late Eric Webster, including a wood-fired pizza oven, a smokehouse for fish, and a hot water system for a bathtub and shower.17:42 The area is uninhabited, though the anchorage can become crowded on weekends.8:47 During the visit, the crew meets a group of local sailors celebrating a birthday with fresh-caught snapper, mussels, and oysters.26:20 The facilities allow cruisers to heat water for bathing and cook meals using provided wood-fired equipment.22:35

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