alone at sea - my favorite days [ep 213]
August 20, 2026 · 15 min · 122K views · South Pacific Ocean
What this video covers
Lauren Landers completes a two-day, 300-mile solo passage from the Tuamotu Archipelago toward Moorea-Maiao, French Polynesia. Light winds and inconsistent forecasts force frequent transitions between spinnaker sailing and motoring to maintain progress.0:04 During the passage, a sheet tangles with the spinnaker sock’s uphaul, requiring a mid-sail adjustment.0:59 Landers manages the spinnaker solo, including switching sides as the wind shifts from port to starboard.3:14 The autopilot struggles to maintain a course in light air and low speeds, leading to occasional disengagement.7:38 Squalls and rain showers necessitate early dousing of the spinnaker to avoid sudden wind gusts.4:50 Landers covers 170 miles in the first 24 hours, largely aided by engine use during calm periods.1:59 The passage concludes with a planned sunrise arrival at the destination.13:17 Managing a spinnaker sock requires securing the line to the mast or a cleat to prevent the hardware from striking the crew during dousing.10:16
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