How to Reef a Sail Underway (6 Steps) | Sailing the Fjords of Patagonia, Chile

Learn how to properly reef your mainsail underway with this step-by-step guide while we sail through the stunning fjords of Northern Patagonia, Chile. ⛵ THE 6 STEPS TO REEFING UNDERWAY: 0:00 Intro - Sailing into the Chilean Fjords 0:00 Step 1 - Ease the mainsheet 0:00 Step 2 - Ease the halyard 0:00 Step 3 - Tie the tack 0:00 Step 4 - Tension the halyard 0:00 Step 5 - Tie the clew/reef line 0:00 Step 6 - Tie square knots around excess sail 0:00 Buying fresh fish from local fishermen 0:00 Arriving in the fjords When conditions pick up and your crew is getting uncomfortable, knowing how to reduce sail safely is essential. In this episode, we break down the reefing process while sailing through one of the most remote and beautiful places on earth—the fjords of Southern Chile. Plus, we pull alongside a local fisherman to buy fresh catch straight from the water and enjoy some incredibly fresh clams on deck. 🔔 Subscribe for more sailing adventures and tutorials #sailing #patagonia #chile #sailinglife #reefing #sailingtutorial #fjords #cruising #bluewater #sailboat #howto #sailingadventure