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Sailing Squib - We'll take care of the rest along the way - Autumn is catching up with us /29
May 7, 2026 · 26 min · 1K views · Euboea
What this video covers
A couple sailing a yacht through the Greek islands in autumn navigates from Alonissos to Chalkida, contending with gusty winds, heavy seas, and cooling, rainy weather.▶ 2:02 During the transit, wind speeds fluctuate unpredictably between 10 and 30 knots, making steering difficult and sail management challenging.▶ 1:04 The crew relies on their enclosed deckhouse and interior helm station to maintain comfort during cold, wet conditions.▶ 0:18 Solar power performance remains effective even under overcast skies, with four roof-mounted panels—two 410W and two 100W—providing sufficient energy to maintain the battery bank despite partial shading from the rigging.▶ 10:37 Upon reaching the port of Loutra Edipsou on Evia, the crew secures a berth before continuing to Chalkida.▶ 14:00 They prepare for the night-time bridge transit at Chalkida, noting the strong tidal currents flowing from south to north.▶ 0:05 The passage concludes with the crew docking at the quay to pay for the bridge opening and finalize their transit logistics.▶ 19:24
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