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What this video covers

Armand and Liya, sailing the 40-foot catamaran Cosmo, anchor at Punta Chivato, Baja California, to explore the abandoned Posada de las Flores resort. The site, currently listed for $3.8 million, features beachfront mansions and a private airstrip.6:16 While anchored, the crew performs routine maintenance, including cleaning the hull and servicing the Faknor 120SD jib furler.2:30 Armand resolves a jamming issue by opening the encased furling drum and lubricating the ball bearings with sail coat.10:01 Departing for the next anchorage, the crew experiences light-wind sailing, catching black skipjack for fresh poke and successfully executing their first spinnaker jibe.12:19 The transit to the next destination involves 12 hours of light-wind conditions, requiring engine use to maintain progress.14:46 The crew emphasises the importance of arriving at unfamiliar anchorages during daylight hours to ensure safe navigation.15:00

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