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Warren Sailed Alone for the First Time in 7 Years. Here's What Happened.
August 20, 2025 · 24 min · 41K views · New Zealand
What this video covers
A 44-foot catamaran departs New Zealand for a 1,100-nautical-mile passage to Suva, Fiji, with a planned stop at Minerva Reef.6:45 The crew encounters a 30-hour weather event featuring sustained winds of 30 to 40 knots, with peak gusts reaching 51 knots and four-meter seas.11:15 During the storm, the vessel loses deck cushions, an outdoor chair, and interior items, while the crew relies on a headsail only.12:04 Following the heavy weather, the crew experiences a period of calm, allowing for fishing and swimming, before facing a final stretch of headwinds that force the boat to tack repeatedly, significantly reducing the distance made good.15:40 The passage concludes with an arrival at Minerva Reef after seven to 10 days at sea.20:55 The host manages the vessel and crew without his usual sailing partner, Erica, who remained in New Zealand due to an injury.7:05 Post-passage inspections reveal undisclosed structural damage requiring repairs before the final leg to Fiji.23:56
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