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What this video covers

Alie and Ben sail their boat, Kiana, from the coast of Baja, Mexico, toward Asuncion and Scorpion Bay in mid-November to chase a late-season south swell.Watch During the passage, Alie practices single-handing the vessel in light winds, managing sail changes and shifts through the night.1:13 The crew uses Navionics to locate fuel services in Asuncion, where they utilize a Baja filter to remove sediment from fuel purchased at a local gas station.6:46 Upon arriving at Scorpion Bay, they anchor using a stern anchor to optimize solar panel exposure.16:46 The crew reports water temperatures reaching 23 degrees Celsius and observes multiple point breaks suitable for longboarding.15:53 They also catch and release a small Dorado while underway.12:21 The trip highlights the logistical challenges of remote provisioning and the necessity of adapting to shifting wind conditions and swell forecasts when planning surf-focused passages along the Baja coast.

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