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What this video covers

The crew of the catamaran Zatara hauls the vessel out at Marsden Cove Marina in New Zealand to inspect the performance of Magic anti-fouling paint applied six weeks prior.1:00 After a brief inspection, the crew reports the hull remains free of growth and easily cleaned with a rag, though they note minor touch-ups are required on the rudders.4:18 While preparing for final bottom repairs, the New Zealand government announces a nationwide COVID-19 lockdown, forcing the crew to relaunch the boat within 48 hours.6:14 The crew plans to spend the four-week lockdown period at anchor in New Zealand waters rather than remaining in the marina.17:34 The segment also features custom canvas work by UK Sailmakers in Whangarei and a brief Q&A session covering seasickness management, which the crew mitigates using medication and by timing departures for calm weather windows.13:47

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