Sailing Big Lost · video

What this video covers

Big Lost departs the town anchorage in Tikihau Atoll to relocate to the Pearl Resort.4:28 The crew intends to visit a manta ray cleaning station near a local motu but alters plans due to gusty winds and uncomfortable side swell.4:34 The vessel operates with a bent furler, which complicates the use of the code zero sail.2:43 While navigating the atoll, the crew reflects on the challenges of maintaining friendships in the cruising community as they say goodbye to the crew of SV Kaikoa, who are departing for Tahiti.0:06 The crew of Big Lost plans to remain in the Society Islands for another week, utilizing a long-stay visa to manage their schedule.0:30 They anticipate potential reunions with friends in Marea or Fiji in the coming year.0:23

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