Sailing Blue Pearlvideo
Ep 47 | A week in the life
11 June 2023 · 20 min · 2K views · Puerto Escondido, Baja California Sur
What this video covers
The crew of the 65-foot sailboat Blue Pearl navigates the waters near Loreto, Mexico, while managing routine maintenance and local logistics. After departing an anchorage near Escondido, the crew relocates four nautical miles north to Juncalito Bay, a location they identify as a top-tier anchorage for its clear water and scenic surroundings.10:54 During the stay, the crew addresses a recurring issue with the bilge pump, which requires manual intervention when the float switch jams due to debris.7:54 They also replace water maker filters that have become fouled after four weeks of use.9:44 The crew sails between anchorages using a full sail plan—main, mizzen, and headsails—to maintain speeds of three to four knots in light winds of six to nine knots.15:17 They successfully avoid high dinghy-docking fees in Loreto by landing on the beach.16:11 The trip concludes with the arrival of a family member for a week of coastal cruising.17:22
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