Sailing Nova Vitavideo
OVERNIGHT SAILING - Tobermory to Tarbert
August 25, 2024 · 15 min · 427 views · Na h-Eileanan an Iar (Outer Hebrides)
What this video covers
Nova Vita departs Tobermory, Scotland, to sail north toward Tarbert on the Isle of Harris.0:23 The crew maintains a steady pace through the Sound of Mull, navigating around a vessel towing a fish farm before heading into open water.0:29 They encounter wind speeds reaching 20 knots, requiring multiple reefing adjustments and frequent tacking.10:17 As the forecast predicted a calm following day, the crew decides to sail through the night to maximize the available wind.3:21 By 2:00 a.m. on May 19, wind speeds drop to 3 knots, forcing the crew to engage the engine for the remainder of the passage.4:34 They utilize radar for safety during the low-visibility night watch while passing Neist Point Lighthouse.5:51 The vessel arrives at the Isle of Harris Marina in East Loch Tarbert by 9:00 a.m. the following morning.11:31 The marina offers sturdy pontoons, shore power, and water, with access to the Isle of Harris Distillery.13:12
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