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What NOT to do when Stuck on a Boat! Ep. 264 Lazy Gecko Sailing

August 3, 2023 · 11 min · 100K views · West Palm Beach

What this video covers

The crew of the 2013 Antares 44i *Calypso* prepares for a Bahamas crossing from West Palm Beach, Florida, while managing boat maintenance and guest logistics.7:43 A suspected electrical failure in the Victron battery charger/inverter causes the unit to flash intermittently; the crew cycles the power switch to restore normal charging, though they remain concerned about the lack of a spare unit for offshore passages.1:21 Storage space becomes a challenge as the crew clears the guest stateroom to accommodate incoming family members, requiring a slow, daily reorganization of supplies.3:08 While waiting for favorable weather, the crew visits a local escape room and explores Peanut Island, noting that the West Palm Beach anchorage offers convenient access to groceries and trash disposal but suffers from heavy daytime wake from passing vessels.8:55 The crew eventually departs for a southward transit with additional family crew members.11:07

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