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WE CROSSED THE STRAIT AGAIN! | SAILING WAYRA | Ep 59
December 7, 2023 · 12 min · 2K views · Sancti Petri
What this video covers
The crew of Wayra sails from the coast of Portugal toward the Mediterranean, bypassing planned stops in Nazaré to prioritize reaching the sea after a three-day delay in Brest, France.4:10 During the transit, the crew repairs the spinnaker sleeve to improve sail handling and maintains a favorable wind, allowing for consistent speeds of up to eight knots through the Strait of Gibraltar.0:51 They navigate the Strait with the assistance of a local sailor, Julio, who provides instruction on sail trim and gear selection.8:02 Despite reports of orca activity near La Línea de la Concepción, the vessel completes the passage without incident.8:50 The crew arrives in La Línea after five days at sea, having successfully managed the transit with favorable currents and wind.5:02 The passage concludes with the departure of a crew member, Nano, who assisted with maintenance and navigation during the three-week journey.9:04
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