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Leading the Escapadevideo
October 22, 2025 · 20 min · 12K views · The Bahamas
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Jason completes a 24-hour solo passage from the Bahamas to Florida aboard a 40-foot monohull to outrun Hurricane Erin.▶ 0:56 The transit involves light winds and motor-sailing in company with other vessels.▶ 6:30 During the approach, Jason navigates a shallow, poorly marked channel in the dark, noting that Navionics charts lack sufficient detail for the area.▶ 10:57 He reports significant current resistance while crossing the Gulf Stream, which pushed the boat off course.▶ 10:07 Meanwhile, Janae visits Tasmania, Australia, where she experiences winter conditions, including a failed attempt to reach Hart's Mountain due to snow and road conditions.▶ 15:27 She visits the historic Richmond Bridge and the Huon Valley before meeting friends in Hobart.▶ 19:04 Jason successfully arrives in Florida, where he plans to perform boat maintenance and upgrades.▶ 11:25
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