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Cooling off after a hot sail!
August 17, 2023 · 12 min · 237K views · Poros
What this video covers
The crew of Doodles sails from the Temple of Poseidon to the island of Poros, navigating gusty, inconsistent winds that require keeping a reef in the mainsail.1:02 After a downwind run, they deploy a spinnaker from Precision Sails to maintain speed as the wind drops.1:35 Upon arrival in Poros, the crew performs a stern-to mooring at a busy town quay. Later, they transit to the small, protected bay of Vathi, which accommodates only 10 to 12 vessels.7:24 When docking in Vathi, the crew prepares all lines and fenders independently, anticipating a lack of assistance from shore.8:03 The vessel is currently for sale and scheduled for delivery to Lefkas.7:01 The crew notes that Vathi’s rocky shoreline often harbors sea urchins, making water shoes advisable for swimmers.11:17 The experience highlights the convenience of Mediterranean-style mooring, where cafes and restaurants are located immediately adjacent to the seawall.8:29
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