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A crew sailing toward Tadoussac, Quebec, struggles with multiple equipment failures, including a malfunctioning anemometer, inconsistent battery voltage, and a non-responsive cabin heater. While navigating the Saint Lawrence River, the captain attempts to troubleshoot the anemometer by climbing the mast to inspect the unit, but finds no visible corrosion or wiring issues.12:42 The crew relies on visual cues and boat speed to gauge wind conditions after the instrument fails to provide data.19:05 Electrical instability persists, with battery levels fluctuating rapidly despite the alternator running.9:10 The heater remains inoperable even after the captain replaces its electronic control board.23:33 During the passage, the crew manages sail configurations, including wing-on-wing sailing and reefing, while dealing with strong currents and shifting winds.17:54 They eventually reach Tadoussac, where they remain anchored due to unfavorable weather conditions.19:51 The crew uses the downtime to perform maintenance, including re-balling a sail track and baking, while continuing to troubleshoot the persistent electrical and instrument faults.23:33

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