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Pacific Ocean crossing life EP 63
May 4, 2023 · 16 min · 883 views · Pacific Ocean
What this video covers
Gerard and Jacqueline are two weeks into a Pacific Ocean crossing aboard their yacht, Avanti, navigating toward the Marquesas.0:17 The crew reports inconsistent winds and southerly shifts caused by a persistent low-pressure cell near Ecuador, forcing them to sail close-hauled to maintain a southerly track and avoid a wide band of doldrums.5:41 They adjust their course between beam and broad reaches to optimize speed and comfort, aiming to avoid light-wind, dead-downwind conditions that would require constant spinnaker use.9:34 Fishing efforts have been hampered by frequent lure losses to unknown predators, though the crew successfully caught tuna and small Dorado for meals.11:57 During calm periods, the crew manages sail changes, including deploying the genoa and mainsail, and performs galley tasks like baking.13:06 The passage continues with the crew monitoring wind patterns and preparing for potential equipment failures.
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