Sailing Into the Mystic · video

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Tim and Jess complete the purchase of an Irwin and perform engine repairs to resolve starting issues before conducting initial sea trials in San Diego Bay.0:09 The crew practices tacking and autopilot operation in the bay and the adjacent ocean to develop a two-person sailing system.0:24 Throughout the summer, they host friends and family for weekend sails, focusing on learning local wind and wave patterns while refining their boat-handling skills.4:38 The vessel undergoes maintenance including the replacement of all through-hulls, and the crew coordinates with a transport specialist named Curtis to move the boat via trailer from the mountains to a boatyard on Shelter Island.11:50 The process involves navigating 1,500 feet of elevation change on winding roads and manoeuvring through narrow streets to reach the water.14:18 The crew balances these technical preparations and sailing practice with social activities at their marina.8:00

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