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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.8:21 A Genoa sail issue, specifically a luff tension problem, further complicates their progress.3:25 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.9:59 The crew relies on drone footage to scout safe channels through the ice and silt.4:24 The episode concludes with the pair planning to visit a smaller, ice-free lagoon the following day.22:52

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