Catamaran Mistertong · video

What this video covers

Djé and Nad sail their catamaran from the bay of Fort-de-France to the Anse des Salines in southern Martinique. The crew plans the passage using the Weather4D app, plotting a route from the marina at Pointe du Bout to the Sainte-Anne anchorage.10:09 They estimate a 5-to-6-hour transit, navigating through light winds that fluctuate between 8 and 18 knots.13:40 During the passage, the crew encounters a pod of approximately 30 dolphins.34:52 The vessel maintains a speed of 3 to 5 knots under sail, with two reefs in the mainsail as a precaution against potential squalls.23:26 The owners note ongoing maintenance issues, including hydraulic leaks in the steering system and corrosion on the anchor chain and bridle.33:10 Upon arrival at the southern tip of the island, they prepare to anchor near the Anse des Salines.39:26 The passage demonstrates that even in light, variable winds, careful route planning and reefing allow for steady progress in coastal waters.

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