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A solo sailor transits from El Salvador to a marina in Mexico, navigating light winds and scattered fishing traffic in Guatemalan waters. The passage covers approximately 100 miles, with the vessel maintaining speeds of three knots under sail and engine.1:57 During the journey, a fishing panga with three masked occupants approaches the boat, prompting the sailor to hide inside to avoid revealing she is alone.6:02 The vessel encounters a jammed rudder near the marina entrance, requiring significant physical effort to steer through the channel and into the assigned slip at Muelle 3.11:16 Upon arrival, the sailor completes customs clearance and confirms the need for a mechanical inspection of the rudder bearing.11:16 The passage concludes with the boat safely docked and the sailor preparing for repairs.

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