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BREST to VIGO CROSSING | SAILING WAYRA | Ep 57

November 15, 2023 · 9 min · 4K views · Bay of Biscay

What this video covers

Wayra sails from Brest, France, to Vigo, Spain, covering the distance in approximately three days.6:47 During the passage, the crew experiences varying conditions, ranging from 12 to 13 knots of wind with 1.5-meter seas to periods of light air requiring motor-sailing.0:31 While motor-sailing at 7.5 knots, the boat consumes 3 liters of fuel per hour.6:35 The crew monitors rig tension, noting the mast remains slightly curved under load, and utilizes a custom-sewn hammock to provide a stable sleeping position while heeled.1:13 To maintain speed during light winds, the crew deploys a spinnaker.7:29 Navigation brings them past the Ons and Cíes islands before they anchor at Playa de Barra in the Ría de Vigo.8:12 Upon arrival, the crew welcomes a new member, Julio, and performs maintenance on the engine compartment.8:39 The passage demonstrates that consistent motor-sailing at moderate RPMs can maintain a 7-knot average speed while managing fuel consumption during light-wind offshore transits.

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