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Sailing to Whangaroa in New Zealand on a 50ft Catamaran

July 24, 2023 · 17 min · 14K views · Whangaroa Harbour

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A 50-foot catamaran navigates a narrow, 300-to-400-foot-wide entrance cut into the protected harbor of Whangaroa, New Zealand.1:31 The crew sails downwind from the Cavalli Islands using a screecher after repairing the furling unit.1:04 Upon entering the harbor, they find numerous sheltered anchorages and moorings near the local marina.5:43 The crew notes the harbor's unique geography, which provides significant protection from ocean swell.12:33 During the transit, the crew utilizes electric winches and an electric windlass to manage sail handling and anchoring operations.14:08 The visit coincides with a local fishing competition, where participants signal their catch by flying specific fish-shaped flags before weighing them at the dock.15:13 The crew also documents the use of a DJI Mavic 3 drone for aerial filming, noting it as a replacement for a previous unit lost to water damage.17:01

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