Sailing SV Delos · video

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SV Delos completes a 250-mile passage from the Tuamotu Archipelago to Tahiti in under 24 hours, averaging 8.3 knots in sustained 20- to 30-knot winds.14:27 The crew encounters 4-meter seas, which force them to strike the whisker pole and sail under jib alone to reduce rig stress.8:10 During the transit, the boat sustains minor damage when a wave strike knocks a GoPro from its mount and strips paint from the hull.7:10 Upon arrival at Tahiti, the Hurth ZF 25 transmission exhibits a significant delay when shifting into forward gear, mirroring a previous failure that required a full replacement.15:08 The crew inspects the transmission fluid levels and linkage, finding both within specifications despite the mechanical hesitation.15:47 After anchoring at Point Venus, the vessel proceeds to Moorea for further repairs.13:21 The crew notes that the transmission has fewer than 500 hours of service, raising concerns about its reliability for future passages.16:42

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