SAILING SCOTLAND 2024 | Pt6 RACING Down The SOUND OF MULL | Sailing Madness Ep43

#sailing #cruising #sailboat Welcome to another Epic Sailing Adventure on the Stunning West Coast of Scotland! ????????? The video documents a sailing adventure as the crew sails from Anchorage through the Sound of Mull towards Oban. The day starts with around 20 knots of breeze, making it a lively journey, and they express their joy at having fair wind conditions. Throughout the sail, they discuss sailing tactics, such as tacking, and the role of their autopilot. There's friendly banter about unofficial racing with nearby boats and a commentary on how other sailors might be employing deceptive tactics by possibly using their motors. As they navigate, they face challenges like gusty winds and the need to adapt their sails accordingly. The crew manages to keep good speed, reaching up to six and seven knots. They encounter squally conditions, eventually moving towards a protected area as they approach their marina. Once at the marina, there's a humorous exchange about getting wet and dealing with marina logistics, including the disappointment of a closed pub before they manage to find a place to enjoy a drink. They end the day reflecting on their adventures and challenges, leading to a light-hearted discussion on returning to the boat after their outing. The video closes with a call for viewer engagement and a note on their plans to continue sharing sailing experiences.we head down to Sound of Mull towards Oban in gusty conditions and end up racing a much larger yacht. Thank you for watching this video ? if you would like to support future episodes, there are several ways you can support this channel. I am not asking you to fund my lifestyle (unlike some sailing channels) instead I simply ask for a small donation towards the cost of filming and editing the content you enjoy. There are several ways you can support my filmmaking? 1. By Becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/sailingmadness (There are many benefits to becoming a Patron including exclusive Parton only behind-the-scenes videos, a live tracker to see where we are and a patron only WhatsApp group to message us direct). 2. By Becoming a Channel Member here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi1OsxC5F2mPXFQ1tSZ6xsA/join (Channel members get early access to all episodes and a guaranteed reply to comments and questions). 3. Make a one-off donation via PayPal: https://paypal.me/sailingmadness?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB However you choose to support me, thank you ? To find out more about me please visit my website https://www.sailingmadness.co.uk I am also on Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/sailing_madness_UK And for media and collaboration inquiries please email me: info@sailingmadness.co.uk