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Ep 32 | Cruising Cabo to La Paz!
12 February 2023 · 12 min · 4K views · Los Frailes
What this video covers
Blue Pearl transits from Cabo San Lucas to La Paz, Mexico, over a three-day passage.1:59 The crew encounters significant swells and headwind, forcing them to motor-sail at speeds between six and seven knots.3:14 During the trip, the B&G chartplotter repeatedly freezes and restarts, a recurring issue following a recent software update.7:11 The crew relies on the Navionics app on an iPad as a backup navigation system.9:28 While the autopilot remains stable after Chris Hanna repositioned its motor, the windlass fails upon arrival in La Paz, struggling to retrieve the 70-pound Spade anchor and 200 feet of half-inch chain.11:51 The crew plans to address refrigerator repairs and engine charging issues with a mechanic in La Paz.10:15 Despite the technical failures, the passage remains notable for whale sightings and calm conditions during the final approach.2:36
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