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Salt & Tar: Ep.247- Wind Determined Travel

15 June 2023 · 19 min · 53K views · Puerto Escondido, Baja California Sur

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Garrett and Ruth sail their home-built boat, Rediviva, north toward the hurricane hole of Escondido, Mexico, relying on wind-determined travel.0:29 During the transit, they navigate the Candelaros Channel, passing through a narrow gap between a peninsula point and an offshore rock, maintaining a depth of 81 feet at the center line.8:27 After arriving in Escondido, the crew secures a mooring at the marina, which offers 360-degree protection, a fuel dock, showers, and a restaurant.14:50 They pay $12 per foot for a monthly slip to leave the boat safely while they travel to the United States to renew their 180-day visas.16:03 The marina provides access to Loreto, located a 30-minute drive away.14:25 The crew utilizes the stop to restock food, perform laundry, and manage boat maintenance before continuing their journey.7:19

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