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26' Boat Lake Cruising (400w of folding solar)
August 31, 2026 · 13 min · 7K views · Lake Champlain, Vermont
What this video covers
A MacGregor 26X cruises Lake Champlain for six days, testing the boat’s performance in varied conditions including shallow inlets and open water.0:12 The vessel reaches speeds of 8.1 knots under sail and utilizes a swing-up centerboard for navigating shallow coves.0:04 Electrical power for onboard systems—including a refrigerator, drone, laptop, and composting toilet fan—comes from a 400-watt Renogy folding solar array paired with a Bluetti power bank.2:07 The setup maintains a full charge even during heavy laptop use for video editing.8:37 The crew manages the small interior space by alternating time on shore and utilizes the boat’s swim platform for daily routines and lounging.0:59 Navigation requires caution in shallow areas to avoid grounding, as demonstrated by a close encounter with a submerged rock and a tiki torch.5:22 The trip concludes with plans for high-wind sailing in 25-knot southerly gusts.11:41
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