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I get seasick and I'm afraid of the water, yet I've been sailing around the world for 6 years! Ep. 14

November 18, 2023 · 19 min · 13K views · San Blas Islands

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After spending two months in a marina, the crew of a 38-foot sailboat departs for a short coastal passage to a preferred anchorage at Coco Bandero.10:01 The transit involves navigating shallow, wind-exposed coastal waters where engine reliability is critical.2:04 During the trip, the crew experiences technical issues with the Navionics application on their iPads, forcing them to rely on a mobile phone for navigation.1:29 The owner manages chronic seasickness, which she attributes to an empty stomach and excessive movement, while also noting a persistent fear of the water.17:21 Upon arrival, the crew manages onboard systems, including a Silent Wind wind generator, which they prefer over cheaper, noisier alternatives like previous models from Aliexpress.8:41 They restock provisions, trade supplies with neighboring cruisers, and prepare for social gatherings.15:10 The crew emphasizes the necessity of maintaining a flexible schedule, noting that boat repairs often take twice as long as initially estimated.2:55

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