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Chris and Karmen are completing a 10-month refit of their Beneteau 57, *Vanishing Point*, at the Baja Naval yard in Ensenada, Mexico.10:35 The owners confirm they are retaining the vessel's original name, citing its heritage and alignment with their mission.5:34 During their final full weekend at the yard, they apply the boat's name to the hull, positioning it symmetrically beneath the stainless steel rub rail.1:46 Work remaining on the vessel includes painting the bottom of the keel, which requires a lift, and installing four special-order bolts for the new bow-mounted bobstay.12:00 The couple plans to attend the Annapolis Boat Show before returning to Ensenada to launch the boat and sail it to Los Angeles.0:34

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