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A Sofa Chat With The Brothers
December 11, 2024 · 18 min · 9K views · Nelson Bay, Port Stephens
What this video covers
The crew of a cruising sailboat currently anchored in Nelson Bay, Australia, reports on their recent coastal transit from Bundaberg and their upcoming plans to reach Sydney.Watch They have utilized the East Australian Current to maintain a favorable southward pace, noting that the sailing has been relatively easy due to consistent northerly winds.4:22 Future plans involve a 1,500-mile passage north from Sydney toward Thursday Island, which will require navigating against the same current.5:19 To mitigate the current's impact, they plan to either stay close to the shoreline or maintain a distance of 60 miles offshore.5:54 The crew expresses concern regarding the upcoming transition to tropical conditions, including high humidity and heat, as well as the logistical challenges of sailing against prevailing winds and currents.7:06 They also reflect on the pace of their circumnavigation, noting a shift from rapid ocean crossings to slower coastal cruising, and discuss the personal difficulty of being far from family during health-related concerns.12:05
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