Day 7 Anchor Alarms & Sailing Back to Port for Christmas
December 25, 2017 · 14 min · 8K views
What this video covers
Vince and Amy conduct a shakedown cruise on their boat, Nervous- Starting Over!, during cold winter conditions with temperatures dropping to 35 degrees Fahrenheit.2:32 The crew monitors electrical loads, noting a 5-amp draw while using LED lights and a tablet, but observes a significant spike when activating a bed warmer.1:28 Several lighting issues emerge, including a non-functional masthead anchor light and deck light, forcing the use of the steaming light and tri-color light for visibility.3:24 During the night, an anchor alarm triggers due to the boat swinging on the hook as the current shifts, though the anchor holds securely.7:04 The crew experiences heavy frost on the deck and sail covers by morning, complicating movement on deck.9:09 They decide to return to the marina to conclude the trip and spend the holidays with family.12:36 The experience highlights the necessity of identifying and repairing faulty electrical components and lighting systems during a shakedown cruise.3:28
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