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Salt & Tar: Ep.279- Embrace the Journey
7 March 2024 · 21 min · 45K views · Mazatlán
What this video covers
The crew of the 38-ft sailboat Red Aviva departs an anchorage near Mazatlan, Mexico, choosing to continue sailing south along the coast rather than going ashore.0:53 They navigate toward potential stops at Isla Isabela, Chacala, or Matanchén, ultimately selecting a destination based on wind forecasts and anchorage protection.4:40 During the passage, the crew encounters pods of whales and manages sail configurations, including a single-reefed main, full mizzen, staysail, and Yankee, to maintain speeds of approximately six knots in 20-knot winds.9:21 As conditions shift overnight, they tuck a second reef into the main and eventually drop the mizzen to maintain comfort in building swells.15:27 The vessel experiences light winds near dawn, requiring engine use to reach their final anchorage.17:09 After a week at sea, the crew prepares to land on the southern mainland of Mexico for the first time.20:02 Prioritizing flexible scheduling and favorable weather over fixed itineraries allows the crew to maintain momentum and avoid the constraints of staying in port.
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