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Ep 55 | Bay of LA with a surprise visit!
20 August 2023 · 17 min · 1K views · Bay of Los Angeles
What this video covers
The crew of *Blue Pearl* transits from the anchorage at El Pascador to Bahia de Los Angeles in the Sea of Cortez, Mexico.2:33 El Pascador offers no protection from wind, particularly from the south, and the crew reports significant discomfort during a 24-knot wind event.0:50 Upon arrival in Bahia de Los Angeles, the crew encounters extreme tidal ranges of 10 to 11 feet, which complicate dinghy landings.4:59 The village lacks floating docks, forcing the crew to beach their dinghy near a rocky boat ramp, where shallow water and submerged concrete debris pose hazards to the outboard motor.5:31 The crew notes that the local museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays and that dinghy access to shore-side cafes is restricted by low tide.6:30 While anchored in the bay, the crew encounters whale sharks near La Gringa and coordinates social outings with other local boaters.10:25 The dinghy’s outboard motor requires maintenance, as it currently operates on limited cylinders.4:21
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