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Chris and Karmen prepare their Beneteau 57, named Vanishing Point, for departure from Baja Naval in Mexico. The crew inspects the hull, noting the condition of the zincs and confirming a monthly maintenance plan with a diver.1:32 The cockpit features four electric winches and custom padding.1:47 Before launching, the crew cleans the Isinglass and fills the water tanks.8:14 After completing customs clearance, the boat is lifted and launched from the yard.2:55 The crew plans a route that includes a potential stop at Catalina before continuing the passage home.9:46 During the initial departure from the harbor, the AIS triggers an alarm, which the crew identifies as a routine harbor-clearing notification.12:02 The vessel clears the harbor and begins the transit.11:48

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