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A 215-nautical-mile passage from Scotland to Killybegs, Ireland, concludes after a continuous sail without engine use.11:58 The crew maintains a broad reach in 20-to-25-knot winds, averaging 6 to 7 knots, with occasional surfing speeds reaching 10 knots.5:22 Heavy rollers on the starboard side necessitate the use of a cockpit enclosure to protect the crew.7:19 To avoid a nighttime arrival, the crew manages speed by reefing the jib and considers heaving to, though they ultimately time the arrival for daybreak.7:34 Upon reaching Killybegs, the vessel anchors in the harbor after failing to reach the harbormaster on VHF channels 14 and 16.20:52 Customs officials confirm via telephone that no formal check-in is required for the American-flagged vessel arriving from Scotland.24:09 The crew prepares to move to a dock or marina if instructed, but remains at anchor to monitor incoming weather warnings received via VHF.13:20

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