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Behind the sails - what it’s REALLY like crossing an ocean on an Open 66 | S2. Ep19
August 10, 2024 · 15 min · 5K views · Coral Sea
What this video covers
The crew of the NV, an Open 66, completes a 2,500-nautical-mile passage from Luganville, Vanuatu, to Tual, Indonesia.3:17 The two-week voyage follows a two-year refit in Fiji.2:39 During the transit, the crew manages sail mishaps and navigates through areas dense with fishing nets.0:59 Upon arrival in Tual, located in the Maluku province, the crew completes customs, immigration, and biosecurity clearance procedures with officials boarding the vessel.12:36 Post-arrival maintenance reveals a persistent mechanical failure where the gearbox fails to engage despite an oil change, complicating boat maneuvering.13:51 The crew reports significant fatigue and sleep deprivation during the passage, balanced by team support and shared meals.
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