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TURKISH COAST SAILING, barely a soul in sight! Ep-17

January 17, 2022 · 20 min · 10K views · Marmaris

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A couple sailing a yacht from Marmaris to Gocek, Turkey, encounters a sudden 40-plus knot gust that forces them to abandon sailing for motor-sailing.8:11 The wind shift causes the boom to swing violently, throwing gear and opening storage cupboards throughout the cabin.11:42 The crew reports that recent engine rattles have ceased following a professional service that included tightening the alternator bolts, though they note the generator remains problematic.7:41 Upon arriving at an anchorage near Iztuzu Beach, they observe significant debris in the water and note a small vessel run aground in the shallows.15:22 The crew plans to visit ancient rock-cut ruins near the beach, despite uncertainty regarding seasonal access restrictions.15:00 They describe the current conditions as cold, with temperatures reaching 13 degrees Celsius, necessitating the purchase of thermal clothing and slippers in Marmaris.9:03

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