Velero Reginavideo
The hurricane season begins shortly
May 10, 2025 · 8 min · 2K views · Ronde Island
What this video covers
Javi, aboard the sailboat Regina, anchors at Ronde Island in the Grenadines to avoid the movement caused by coastal cliffs.2:36 By positioning the boat with the bow facing the shore, he utilizes the island's low profile to allow wind to pass over the land, ensuring the vessel remains stable over a five-meter sandy bottom.3:09 This anchoring technique contrasts with nearby boats that face the coast with their sterns, resulting in less comfortable motion.2:43 The crew plans to spend two weeks snorkeling and diving around Ronde Island, Carriacou, and Prickley Bay in northern Grenada before heading south.5:00 They intend to reach Trinidad and Tobago by June 1 to avoid the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 through November 30.4:30 This relocation is necessary to satisfy insurance requirements and ensure safety from tropical storms.4:40 After their time in the Grenadines, the crew will transit to Trinidad to stage for the summer months.5:54
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