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A 170-nautical-mile passage from Luperon, Dominican Republic, to the Bahamas begins with a 10-to-30-knot squall that forces the crew to reef sails and manage boat stability.7:27 The solo sailor, suffering from illness and seasickness, attempts to maintain a lead while waiting for a second vessel, *Arda*, to catch up.20:25 Communication between the two boats proves difficult due to the limited range of a handheld VHF radio on *Arda*.20:37 To balance speed and proximity, the lead boat douses the mainsail and sails under jib only, maintaining an average speed of approximately 6.5 knots.23:19 The crew navigates downwind, adjusting headings to avoid weather systems and planning for a potential stop at Little Inagua or a direct arrival at Great Inagua.9:56 The passage highlights the challenges of managing sail plans during initial seasonal shakedowns and the difficulty of maintaining visual and radio contact with a less-prepared vessel during adverse weather.

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