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Sailing The Challenging North Sea Of Cortez
19 March 2024 · 19 min · 12K views · Bahia de Los Angeles
What this video covers
Aaron and Allie sailed their boat, Spy, from Alcatraz Cove toward Punta La Gringa in the North Sea of Cortez to seek shelter from incoming 35-knot northerly winds.0:26 They chose a 12-mile inner passage through a reef-lined channel rather than the safer, 5-mile longer route around Isla Coronado.2:05 As they entered the channel, six-foot, steepening waves forced Aaron to hand-steer to prevent the boat from broaching.3:57 The heavy conditions lasted for a short section of the passage before they reached calmer water.5:26 After waiting out the gale, the crew traveled to Bahia de Los Angeles to resupply fuel and groceries, noting high prices due to the remote location.9:03 Later, they returned to Isla Coronado to anchor, spearfish for grouper and barracuda, and hike the island’s volcanic peak.10:31 Choosing the shorter, more protected-looking route without tidal charts can lead to dangerous, steep seas when wind opposes current.2:40
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