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A 36-foot catamaran anchors off the Mentawai Islands in Indonesia to access a high-performance surf break during an 8-to-12-foot swell.8:11 The crew utilizes a nearby catamaran as a stationary platform for filming and gear storage while surfers access the break.4:24 Because surf-side anchorages are often exposed and prone to heavy rolling, the crew anchors only for the day before relocating to calmer waters for overnight stays.16:56 To maintain provisions during the multi-day swell, the crew bakes bread using a gimbaled boat oven, noting that fresh bread is difficult to source in remote areas.9:42 When food supplies run low, the crew sails to a local village to restock via scooter.18:22 The vessel plans to conclude its Indonesian season in one month, with upcoming plans to sail toward Malaysia and Thailand to align with seasonal wind shifts.22:56

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