72 hours SAILING: HOW we SELECT our crew for Atlantic crossing (extended cut) | EP27
June 16, 2024 by PAT | FRANKIE | Language: EN Play Time: 00:45:46 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
72-Hour Sailing Test: Assessing Crew Compatibility for an Atlantic Crossing | EP27
Hi there, from high we are Pat and Frankie, a couple who have ditched the 9 to 5 life. Our mission is to explore the world and find our ideal home base while establishing our lifestyle brand. We’re excited to share our journey with you.
Introduction
In this extended episode, we are embarking on a 72-hour test sail to assess the compatibility of our crew member, Ricardo, for an upcoming Atlantic Ocean crossing. Our goal is to ensure that all parties involved feel comfortable and confident in their roles before taking on the vast Atlantic waters together.
The Test Sail
To simulate an authentic long passage, we have prepared food, planned shifts like a real passage, and focused on training with sailing. Our plan is to sail around the Canary Islands without stopping, exploring various aspects of living on the ocean for several days.
bspWhy Conduct a Test Sail?
A test sail is crucial before undertaking any significant voyage like crossing the Atlantic Ocean. It allows crew members to:
- Gauge how they react to being on open water
- Experience night sailing and unfamiliar weather conditions
- Determine compatibility, skills, and personalities within the group
Key Objectives of the Test Sail
To make this test sail a success and ensure crew compatibility, we set forth several key objectives:
- Conduct a safety briefing and establish a shift plan for seamless rotation
- Familiarize Ricardo with essential sailing tasks such as hoisting sails, handling winches, and clutches
- Monitor how everyone adjusts to life at sea during both daytime and nighttime
The Final Debrief
After completing our test sail, we gathered as a crew to debrief on what worked well and identify areas for improvement. This conversation is essential in ensuring everyone feels comfortable with their roles during the upcoming Atlantic crossing.
Next Steps
With our test sail complete, we now move on to finalizing preparations for our Atlantic adventure. Our next steps include checking spare parts against the Arc provided list and making any necessary purchases before setting sail.
We would love to hear your thoughts about this episode! If you enjoyed watching us navigate through this important step, please consider giving us a like, leaving a comment below, and hit subscribe for more incredible sailing adventures with Pat, Frankie, and our newest crew member Ricardo.
Hi from 𝗛𝐈, we are PAT and FRANKIE! We are living full-time on our sailing boat 𝗛𝐈 and sail around the world in search of a new home⛵
Join us on an exhilarating 72-hour test sail around the Canary Islands as we prepare for an epic Atlantic crossing! With no land in sight, we tackle the open sea in various conditions: upwind, downwind, and motoring. Experience life on our sailing boat as we navigate the Atlantic, handle night shifts, and put a potential crew member to the ultimate test. Will she/he rise to the challenge of a 2800nm journey in November? Watch to find out if she/he can handle the new situation and become part of our crew for the big adventure!
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Episode chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:07 - Crew cabin
01:32 - Checking the ARC handbook
03:25 - Provisioning
06:11 - Background information
10:29 - Crew member arrived | briefing
12:44 - Preparations test sail
16:43 - Route planing | weather forecast
17:02 - Sail preparation | checks
17:40 - Departure
19:00 - First lunch | review & impressions day 1
21:18 - First night
23:15 - 2nd day impressions
29:24 - Testing our sat-phone
30:38 - Thoughts on test sailing | preps 2nd night shift
34:36 - Night shift
36:37 - 3rd day | energy check
38:24 - Impressions day 3
43:20 - Sunset day 3
44:42 - Debriefing
44:59 - ARC preps
45:30 - Outro
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72 hours SAILING: HOW we SELECT our crew for Atlantic crossing (extended cut) | EP27 Locations
- Kanarische Inseln (28.2915637,-16.6291304)
- The couple and Ricardo set sail from Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the Canary Islands to begin their test crossing. (28.0683333,-15.375)
- During their journey, they make their way around the coast of La Gomera, capturing stunning views of El Teide mountain and Puerto de Las Nieves in the background. (27.7486111111,-18.1230555556)
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