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Mini Boat. MEGA Ice. Our Adventure in Remote Alaska!
October 15, 2023 · 23 min · 130K views
What this video covers
Juho and Sohvi Kangasluoma navigate their boat through the glacial waters of Kenai Fjords, Alaska, while documenting the challenges of sailing in ice-filled, wind-swept lagoons. The crew encounters significant difficulty maneuvering the vessel due to high winds and restricted visibility caused by glacial silt, which obscures underwater hazards. A Genoa sail issue, specifically a luff tension problem, further complicates their progress.3:26 During their exploration of a glacial lagoon, the pair observes the rapid retreat of glaciers and the ecological impact of climate change on the local landscape.18:23 They ultimately decide to abandon a planned transit through a particularly ice-choked section of the lake after assessing the risks to their propeller and hull.9:18 The crew relies on drone footage to scout safe channels through the ice and silt.7:15 The episode concludes with the pair planning to visit a smaller, ice-free lagoon the following day.22:22
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