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Surviving a Gale on the West Coast of GREENLAND
August 30, 2026 · 37 min · 78K views · Greenland
What this video covers
The crew of the aluminum sailboat s/v lumi prepares for a gale on the west coast of Greenland by seeking shelter in a protected anchorage. Anticipating 34-knot winds, the captain deploys two snubbers on the anchor chain to reduce load and movement while at rest.3:20 The crew updates electronic charts and monitors weather patterns using a Raymarine Axiom system and Suunto navigation tools.6:50 To manage the vessel during the storm, the captain installs a masthead camera and checks VHF radio cabling to ensure system reliability.15:41 Navigating the region requires constant vigilance due to glacial silt and floating ice, which complicate route planning near glacier tongues.10:03 After securing the boat, the crew visits the town of Paamiut to source supplies, including grease for maintenance, before continuing their passage.23:31 The experience highlights the necessity of redundant navigation systems and robust anchoring techniques when operating in remote, ice-prone Arctic waters.
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