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The 38-ft Trident Warrior *Athena* transitions from a mooring in Le Marin, Martinique, to Dominica, covering a 65-nautical-mile passage.0:24 The crew utilizes a BLU3 Nomad tankless dive system to scrub the hull, which is treated with Coppercoat anti-fouling.9:34 The Nomad unit provides 45 to 60 minutes of air at depths up to 9 meters on a single 144-watt-hour battery, offering a more energy-efficient alternative to refilling scuba tanks via a compressor.9:08 The crew completes the hull cleaning in 40 minutes, noting the system’s ease of assembly and storage.15:31 They also clean the boat's painted topsides using a cleaning solution from the Danish company Rheinskip and microfiber towels.17:46 Because the coastline of Dominica features steep drop-offs with depths reaching 100 meters near the shore, the crew secures a mooring ball rather than anchoring.6:49 They emphasize the necessity of completing the manufacturer’s free online safety course before operating the tankless dive equipment.11:22

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