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What this video covers

A 50-ft catamaran, *Supernova*, and a 52-ft steel monohull, *Forever and Ever*, race upwind from La Cruz to Yalapa in Banderas Bay, Mexico.0:05 The course requires multiple tacks against the wind, with the catamaran crew utilizing a stern anchor to secure their position in the deep, surge-prone anchorage at Yalapa upon arrival.13:50 The monohull crew abandons the race after encountering whales and light wind near the shore, resulting in a victory for *Supernova*.13:37 The catamaran crew uses the Navionics app to monitor their position overnight while anchored in 100 feet of water with a stern anchor set in 10 to 12 feet.19:10 The anchorage at Yalapa features significant swell and proximity to the beach, necessitating precise stern-anchor placement to maintain stability.17:52 The crew notes that mooring balls in the area are expensive, making anchoring a preferred, albeit challenging, alternative for long-term stays.19:55

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