Sailing Goat Series: 110NM Night Passage, Freezing Winds & Tricky Preveza Arrival | Episode 54

In Episode 54 of the Sailing Goat Series, we take on the notorious Otranto Channel, sailing west to east on a 13-hour, 110NM passage in freezing 1°C Siberian winds. The Otranto Channel is known for its unpredictable weather and heavy commercial traffic, making it a true test of seamanship. Our Furuno radar and navigation system proved invaluable, helping us stay alert and safe through the night. Me and the blonde stayed up together until midnight, then my solo night shift began. With small squalls and a suspicious fishing vessel lurking outside Corfu, it was an eventful night. At 8 AM, the blonde took over, giving me a much-needed 2-hour nap just as we entered the channel between Corfu and Albania. Though we originally planned to stop in northern Corfu, we made the last-minute decision to push all the way to Preveza to rendezvous with Andy and deliver his spare parts. Arriving in Preveza at night proved to be another challenge. Many of the channel buoys were unlit, and the city lights blended with traffic lights, making navigation confusing. Thanks to our radar and equipment, we managed to moor safely at 9 PM. The next day, I installed our new diesel heater, only to realize I’d have to take it apart again to correct some wiring mistakes. Boat life never fails to keep things interesting! ⛵ 13-Hour Otranto Passage: Sailing through the unpredictable Otranto Channel, dealing with squalls, freezing winds, and dodging commercial traffic—this passage had it all! 🎯 Solo Night Watch: While the blonde got some rest, I sailed alone through the night, navigating tricky conditions and keeping an eye on a suspicious fishing vessel outside Corfu. 📡 Radar & Navigation Win: Our Furuno radar and nav system proved essential for staying safe in high-traffic waters and tricky nighttime approaches. 🛠️ Diesel Heater Installation Fail: We installed our new diesel heater, only to discover a wiring issue that required a full teardown and reassembly. Another day, another boat project! 💬 Join the Conversation: Have you done a long night passage or navigated tricky channels in the dark? Share your experiences, tips, or thoughts in the comments below! 👍 If you love real sailing challenges and onboard upgrades, give this video a thumbs up, share it with fellow sailors, and subscribe to the Sailing Goat Series for more adventures. 🔗 Connect with Sailing Goat: Instagram: @nobodysride Instagram: @sailing_svgoat 📌 Hashtags: #SailingGoat #NightPassage #OtrantoChannel #NavigationChallenges #FurunoRadar #Preveza #DieselHeater #LifeAtSea ⛵ Join us for another week of real sailing adventures—110NM of unpredictable waters, freezing nights, and tricky night navigation. Fair winds and following seas await!