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We've Been AT SEA for 10 DAYS now (bad weather + large seas)
December 18, 2025 · 33 min · 74K views · Atlantic Ocean
Crew battles storm seas aboard sailboat under gray sky
What this video covers
Brett, Jade, and Ayana are 10 days into a roughly 20-day Atlantic crossing aboard their salvaged sailboat, with approximately 10 days remaining before reaching the far side where Ayana's newly purchased boat awaits.▶ 0:17 Conditions include persistent large seas with occasional waves estimated at 25–30 feet, intermittent squalls, and a large-seas warning the crew narrowly skirted.▶ 2:28 The crew executes a heave-to maneuver — their first in such conditions — to give the dogs a bathroom break and let everyone rest; the technique works, slowing the boat while maintaining a steadier motion.▶ 3:01 Sail trim adjustments to manage squalls include reducing to a triple-reefed headsail and a sliver of mainsail, still making 8 knots.▶ 12:23 Two offshore-rated compasses, each costing around $300, both fail mid-passage, sticking at 210 degrees.▶ 10:47 The fresh-water pressure pump also fails; Brett replaces it underway.▶ 22:55 Eisenglass cockpit enclosure panels take repeated wave strikes without damage.▶ 14:07 Brett's Garmin Descent Mark II dive watch tracks sleep quality mid-passage, logging seven hours at a score of 74.▶ 21:34 Crew morale is low from caffeine withdrawal due to upset stomachs, dehydration, and fatigue, though conditions improve enough by day's end for cooking, cleaning, and showers.▶ 1:22
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