We turn back. Meltemi winds too rough!!!! Dash to Athens. Pt1
August 11, 2024 by SV Impavidus | Language: EN Play Time: 00:15:15 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
Impavidus Crew Embarks on Epic Dash Across the Aegean Avoiding Fierce Meltemi Winds
This week, SV Impavidus takes on an exciting challenge – a dash across the Aegean Sea to Athens. But they quickly discover that the powerful Meltemi winds are far from fun.
The Perils of the Meltemi Winds
Meltemi winds are notorious for their strength and unpredictability in the region. The crew knows that these fierce gusts can vary significantly by the minute, making navigation a delicate balance.
An Early Morning Departure
In hopes of avoiding the worst of the winds, they set off early one morning from Monastery Bay on C. With the sun rising and very little wind at their backs, they chart a course around the islands before them.
As they motor out, they contemplate their plan and discuss how they’ll negotiate the waves ahead, knowing that the winds’ strength depends heavily on location and time of day. The crew also notes the importance of keeping a keen eye on the weather forecast.
Navigating Choppy Waters
They manage to navigate through the smaller waves but soon come face-to-face with the reality that this voyage will require them to face some of the more challenging conditions they’ve seen in quite a while. As the winds continue to strengthen, it becomes evident that a difficult choice awaits them.
A Strategic Turn Back
Deciding that pushing onward would not only be unenjoyable but potentially unsafe for both their vessel and crew, they choose instead to turn back. With a 10-day stay at anchor ahead of them in calmer waters near Athens, the decision is made.
The journey takes a thrilling turn as they weigh their options carefully and determine that facing these waves head-on was not the most enjoyable experience or an efficient use of their time. The choice to retreat is met with relief but also curiosity about what adventures may lie in store during their extended stay.
An Unexpected Pause
This unexpected stop gives the crew an opportunity to tackle some boat maintenance issues, such as repairing broken straps that hold the camera steady on its mount and dealing with a malfunctioning Macbook, which had led to difficulties in video production. While the anchor holds firm in calm waters, the crew takes this time for some R&R, venturing out on a rented car to explore the local markets and sights.
The episode concludes as the Impavidus‘s crew reflect on their decision-making process and emphasize that safety must come first during sea travel. With 10 days in anchor paradise near Athens ahead of them, they’re ready for whatever lies in store next.
Dash to Athens. Bad weather has us turn back. Part 1 Cindy has to return to the UK for a family emergency. We have to cross the Aegean sea at the worst time of year, and we are 5 weeks later than we planned! See how we get on in Part 1.
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We turn back. Meltemi winds too rough!!!! Dash to Athens. Pt1 Locations
- The crew sets off from Monastery Bay on C island. (36.85,24.6)
- They choose a calmer anchorage near Athens as their destination after turning back from the Meltemi winds. (37.8,23.7)
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