Sailing Sea Dream of Clyde · video

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Sea Dream of Clyde sails 55 miles down the Baja coast in mid-December, navigating steep, short-period waves characteristic of the Gulf of California.3:23 While running downwind, the crew deploys a whisker pole to stabilize the Genoa in light winds and heavy swell.0:38 Approaching Punta Pulpito, the crew encounters accelerated northerly winds that overpower the vessel, causing the boom vang block to snap during a maneuver.6:00 They abandon the plan to anchor at Punta Pulpito due to the exposed, windy conditions and continue to San Juanico.6:12 Upon arrival, the crew anchors in 10 feet of water near rock pinnacles, finding protection from prevailing northerly winds.8:28 Maintenance tasks include replacing the broken boom vang block, fabricating a neoprene chafe guard for the Hydrovane using salvaged wetsuit material, and whipping shackles onto preventer lines.15:54 The crew explores local hiking trails and snorkeling spots while anchored at San Juanico.9:45

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