Sailing Catalpa · video

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The crew of the sailboat Catalpa transits from Punta Mita to Barra de Navidad, Mexico, whilst managing steering concerns and the onset of hurricane season.0:44 During the passage, the crew uses radar to identify an approaching vessel, which proves to be a Navy ship.4:06 Upon arrival at Barra de Navidad, the crew initially attempts to anchor in a rolly bay with significant swell before moving to a calmer, protected anchorage inside the port.10:57 The entrance to the port requires a bar crossing, which the crew times for high tide to mitigate swell hazards.11:17 After settling, the captain inspects the steering system but finds no mechanical faults.14:37 The crew utilises a local water taxi to reach town due to a broken dinghy outboard motor.19:58 They ultimately depart Barra de Navidad to continue heading south, prioritising a rapid exit from the region as hurricane season approaches.24:44

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