Sailing Big Lost · video

What this video covers

The crew of the 45-ft catamaran Big Lost departs Club De Pesca Marina in Cartagena, Colombia, for a 125-nautical-mile passage to Puerto Obaldia, Panama.7:57 Before departing, the crew completes provisioning and engine checks, noting that the marina’s lack of forward communication regarding paperwork caused delays.10:59 The transit includes a stop at Isla Grande in the Rosario Islands, where the crew navigates a reef-lined entrance marked by a makeshift jug buoy.14:02 During the passage, the crew uses Navionics to monitor currents and identify anchorages, aiming to stay within favorable water to avoid opposing flow.19:52 Upon arrival in Puerto Obaldia, the crew successfully clears customs with local immigration, police, and port authorities.30:54 The vessel experiences minor performance issues, including propeller growth that limits speed to 5.5 knots, requiring underwater cleaning.20:06 The crew also installs hatch screens to mitigate insect pressure in the San Blas region.31:41

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