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Learning The Ropes

Another day aboard Namarie, and we're slowly settling into the rhythm of life at sea. Watches are becoming routine, sleep comes in snatches, and we're gradually getting to grips with the yacht's systems. It's a big difference from admiring her on the dock – everything feels different when you're actually using it out here. We've been making good progress, navigating around that windy zone we mentioned yesterday. This afternoon, we'll be gybing and finally pointing Namarie south towards the Canary Islands. It'll be a long journey, but the promise of warmer weather keeps us motivated. The Canaries will be a welcome pitstop to prepare for the next big leg – the Atlantic crossing westward. While we're there, we also have a few minor projects on the agenda. One of them involves the water tanks. Currently, our two 450-liter tanks are connected, essentially forming one large tank. While convenient, it feels a little risky. A loose hose clamp or a split hose...