Hugh Robertson Sailing · video

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A solo sailor aboard a Pacific SEACRAFT 34 named SeaChange transits from St. Vincent to St. Lucia, opting for the eastern side of St. Vincent to utilize the easterly trade winds rather than motoring in the island's western lee.0:31 During the crossing, the vessel maintains speeds of 6 to 10 knots with a working jib, staysail, and two reefs in the main, aided by a favorable current.5:51 Upon arrival at Vieux Fort, the sailor clears customs via a taxi trip to the nearby airport.7:02 Due to rolly conditions at Vieux Fort, the boat moves to the village of Laborie before continuing north to the Pitons.8:15 In the bay of Anse de Piton, the vessel secures to a marine park mooring ball for $20 per night, as the steep seabed makes anchoring difficult.10:31 The final leg to Rodney Bay involves motor-sailing through light winds and navigating past the Barrel of Beef hazard.16:10 A squall in Rodney Bay causes the anchor to drag, evidenced by a secondary arc in the vessel's track.17:53

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