SmoCo Sailing

We're Armand, Liya, and our doodle Pinot. In July 2024, we sailed off from Monterey, California aboard our sailboat Cosmo and began the biggest adventure of our lives. Since then, we've been sailing Mexico and beyond, sharing the real highs and lows of full-time cruising. From remote anchorages and incredible wildlife encounters to boat projects, spearfishing, weather, and everything that breaks i…

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The Discovery That Ruined Our Winter Cruising Plans & Marine Fridge Install | La Paz, Mexico | Ep 77Armand and Liya manage sail drive oil contamination and a galley fridge installation while hauled out in La Paz.29 ago 2026 · La Paz, Mexico

Publicado29 ago 2026

Duración20:20

Vistas2K

UbicaciónLa Paz, Mexico

Replacing Our Sailboat Water Tank Flow On/Off Switches | Project Mini-Sode 6Armand and Liya install 15mm Whale push-fit valves to fix leaking water tank selectors on their boat, Cosmo.28 ago 2026

Publicado28 ago 2026

Duración7:51

Vistas829

Our Chill Anchorage Turned Into a Recovery Mission: Lost Gear & We Had to Go | Ep 76The crew of SV Cosmo sails 105 miles to La Paz for veterinary care after losing gear.21 ago 2026 · Sea of Cortez, Mexico

Publicado21 ago 2026

Duración21:30

Vistas2K

UbicaciónSea of Cortez, Mexico

We Got Scammed & the Fridge Fiasco Gets More Complicated | Isla Coronado & Isla Danzante | Ep 75The owners of *Cosmo* lose $2,400 to an online refrigerator scam while cruising the Sea of Cortez.16 ago 2026 · Isla Coronado, Sea of Cortez

Publicado16 ago 2026

Duración16:56

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UbicaciónIsla Coronado, Sea of Cortez

Demolition Derby on Our Sailboat & Anchoring in a Billionaire's Backyard | San Juanico | Ep 74Armand and Leah replace a custom galley fridge on *Cosmo* while anchored in San Juanico, Mexico.12 ago 2026 · Municipio de Loreto, Mexico

Publicado12 ago 2026

Duración20:27

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UbicaciónMunicipio de Loreto, Mexico

[Ep 73] Blue Water, White Sand Beach, & An Abandoned Resort | Exploring Punta ChivatoArmand and Liya service a Faknor 120SD jib furler and practice spinnaker jibes aboard their catamaran *Cosmo*.1 ago 2026 · Municipio de Mulegé, Mexico

Publicado1 ago 2026

Duración15:38

Vistas519

UbicaciónMunicipio de Mulegé, Mexico

[Ep 72] Santa Rosalía Mechanics Couldn't Solve This | Fridge Fail in MexicoThe crew of Cosmo attempts to repair a leaking fridge compressor and a jammed jib furler in Mexico.25 jul 2026 · Santa Rosalía, Mexico

Publicado25 jul 2026

Duración18:01

Vistas534

UbicaciónSanta Rosalía, Mexico

[Ep 71] 120-Mile Sail for a Surprise Reunion | Sailing Down Baja Mexico in the Sea of CortezArmand and Liya sail their boat Cosmo 120 miles from Bahia de Los Angeles to Santa Rosalia.18 jul 2026 · Sea of Cortez, Mexico

Publicado18 jul 2026

Duración19:33

Vistas836

UbicaciónSea of Cortez, Mexico

[Ep 70] Everything Started Going Wrong...Rigging, Fridge, & Charted Mysteries | Refugio, BLAArmand and Liya calibrate standing rigging on Cosmo using Loos gauges to correct mast alignment issues.11 jul 2026 · Refugio, Baja California, Mexico

Publicado11 jul 2026

Duración21:46

Vistas830

UbicaciónRefugio, Baja California, Mexico

[Ep 69] 26 Miles, Crazy Weather & Our Biggest Catch Yet | Canal de Ballenas & Isla MejiaA 13-pound mutton snapper and a corroded terminal behind a Starlink failure at Isla Mejia.2 jul 2026 · Canal de Ballenas, Gulf of California

Publicado2 jul 2026

Duración21:14

Vistas649

UbicaciónCanal de Ballenas, Gulf of California

[Ep 68] This Was Supposed to Be an Overnight Stop | Alcatraz Cove in Bahia de los AngelesA shark encounter at Alcatraz Cove changes their spearfishing practice: fish go straight to the dinghy.25 jun 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publicado25 jun 2026

Duración15:39

Vistas617

UbicaciónBahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

[Ep 67] Cruising Life Reality: Spend a Passage Day With Us in Baja MexicoA windless Canal de Ballenas forces a diversion to Alcatraz Cove after a jib furling halyard-knot failure.19 jun 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publicado19 jun 2026

Duración19:45

Vistas549

UbicaciónBahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

[Ep 66] Spearfishing Success & Baja's Abandoned Resort | Ensenada el PescadorCruisers explore an abandoned resort and spearfish in the clear waters of Ensenada El Pescador, Mexico.13 jun 2026 · Ensenada El Pescador, Baja California

Publicado13 jun 2026

Duración17:13

Vistas649

UbicaciónEnsenada El Pescador, Baja California

[Ep 65] Fishing Off A Sailboat...Four Fish Hooked In Baja | Bahia de los AngelesTrolling at five knots, Cosmo lands mahi-mahi and skipjack tuna on a single passage in Bahia de Los Angeles.4 jun 2026 · Bahia de los Angeles, Baja California, Mexico

Publicado4 jun 2026

Duración18:51

Vistas762

UbicaciónBahia de los Angeles, Baja California, Mexico

[Ep 64] Full Moon Floats & Whale Sharks in Bahía de los ÁngelesCruisers in Bahía de los Ángeles experience full moon tidal currents, skipjack fishing, and whale shark encounters.30 may 2026 · La Gringa, Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publicado30 may 2026

Duración14:30

Vistas569

UbicaciónLa Gringa, Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

[Ep 63] Boat Life Balance In Baja...Hurricanes, Fixing Things, & Fun Along The Way22 may 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Baja California

Publicado22 may 2026

Duración21:23

Vistas863

UbicaciónBahía de los Ángeles, Baja California

[Ep 62] Fishing, Fuel Runs, and Summer Storms in Baja CaliforniaLaptops go in the oven as a Faraday cage when lightning strikes Bahia de Los Angeles.16 may 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publicado16 may 2026

Duración16:18

Vistas511

UbicaciónBahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

[Ep 61] From BLA to La Mona — Dolphins, a Storm, and a Missing Boat Summer EssentialA sudden Chubasco at La Mona anchorage destroys a cockpit shade, prompting a failed underwater search attempt.9 may 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publicado9 may 2026

Duración14:25

Vistas2K

UbicaciónBahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

[Ep 60] Connected To Cruisers, Disconnected From The World | Las Rocas on Isla SmithsThe crew troubleshoots a failed 12-volt Starlink conversion after the dish loses power at a remote anchorage.1 may 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publicado1 may 2026

Duración14:29

Vistas676

UbicaciónBahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

[Ep 59] We Outsmarted the Bees & Had the Island to Ourselves | Isla La Ventana, MexicoA bucket of water placed on the beach successfully lured Africanized honeybees away from the boat.26 abr 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publicado26 abr 2026

Duración14:06

Vistas1K

UbicaciónBahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

[Ep 58] Stingray Sting, Swarmed by Bees, and Fishing Fails | Cruising Bahia de Los AngelesThe crew of SV Cosmo manages stingray stings, bee swarms, and adverse currents while cruising Baja California.18 abr 2026 · Bahia de Los Angeles

Publicado18 abr 2026

Duración15:27

Vistas887

UbicaciónBahia de Los Angeles

[Ep 57] Saltwater Leak Inside Our Sailboat | Welcome to Bahia de los Angeles!A persistent V-berth saltwater leak is traced to a poorly drained anchor locker and fixed with fiberglass.12 abr 2026 · Bahia de los Angeles

Publicado12 abr 2026

Duración19:12

Vistas827

UbicaciónBahia de los Angeles

[Ep 56] No Wind, No Plan… And 18 Days Without A Store | Isla Partida, MexicoThe crew diverted to Isla Partida to avoid a night arrival in poorly charted Midriff Island waters.5 abr 2026 · Isla Partida, Mexico

Publicado5 abr 2026

Duración18:33

Vistas927

UbicaciónIsla Partida, Mexico

[Ep 55] We Had to Change Plans in the Sea of CortezArmand and Liya diverted to Isla Las Animas after finding the Isla Salsipuedes anchorage dangerously narrow.1 abr 2026 · Isla Las Animas, Sea of Cortez

Publicado1 abr 2026

Duración13:02

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UbicaciónIsla Las Animas, Sea of Cortez

[Ep 54] He Broke It… Then Fixed It and Caught Dinner | San Francisquito in Baja, MexicoInstalling hydrofoil wings on a dinghy transom improves planing efficiency and visibility for the operator.27 mar 2026 · Municipio de San Quintín, Mexico

Publicado27 mar 2026

Duración15:39

Vistas850

UbicaciónMunicipio de San Quintín, Mexico

[Ep 53] San Francisquito Was Perfect… Until Our Inverter FailedA fried DC circuit breaker caused erratic voltage readings and inverter failure on a Victron power system.18 mar 2026 · Municipio de San Quintín, Mexico

Publicado18 mar 2026

Duración21:03

Vistas887

UbicaciónMunicipio de San Quintín, Mexico

[Ep 52] We Crossed the Sea of Cortez Overnight | Sailing to San FrancisquitoA couple navigates a shoal during an overnight Sea of Cortez passage before anchoring in Bahia San Francisco.15 mar 2026 · Sea of Cortez, near Isla San Pedro

Publicado15 mar 2026

Duración17:15

Vistas590

UbicaciónSea of Cortez, near Isla San Pedro

[Ep 51] All Alone & Waiting for a Weather Window | Las Cocinas, MexicoArmand marks Cosmo's engine emergency cutoff red and waits out 30-knot gusts at Las Cocinas before an 80-mile Sea of Cortez crossing.24 feb 2026 · Villa de Cos, Mexico

Publicado24 feb 2026

Duración12:39

Vistas643

UbicaciónVilla de Cos, Mexico

[Ep 50] When Weather Dictates Your Moves | Sailing To San Carlos & Las CocinasA midnight Sea of Cortez crossing is cancelled after LuckGrib and a Chubasco report reveal 35-mph gusts on the route.17 feb 2026 · San Carlos Nuevo Guaymas, Mexico

Publicado17 feb 2026

Duración17:41

Vistas552

UbicaciónSan Carlos Nuevo Guaymas, Mexico

[Ep 49] This Anchorage Turned Into a Wind Trap | Bahia San Pedro, MexicoA sailboat weathers three days of gusty conditions in Bahia San Pedro by clearing the deck.7 feb 2026 · Bahia San Pedro, Mexico

Publicado7 feb 2026

Duración13:55

Vistas734

UbicaciónBahia San Pedro, Mexico

[Ep 48] 3 Months Stuck in the Yard, Cosmo's Finally Free | San Carlos, MexicoA three-month refit in San Carlos concludes with a successful launch and sea trials in Mexico.3 feb 2026 · San Carlos Nuevo Guaymas, Mexico

Publicado3 feb 2026

Duración15:07

Vistas694

UbicaciónSan Carlos Nuevo Guaymas, Mexico

[Ep 47] Boatyard Era Finale: A Setback, A Surprise & The Final DaysA saildrive bellows replacement required three installs over three months after a mechanic skipped a pressure test.22 ene 2026 · Villa de Cos, Mexico

Publicado22 ene 2026

Duración13:37

Vistas819

UbicaciónVilla de Cos, Mexico

[Ep 46] Dropping the Rudder is Easier That Putting It Back Up But We've Got a Boatyard Win!A custom-made tool and 3M 5200 sealant successfully secured a replacement rudder bearing housing on *Cosmo*.17 ene 2026 · Guaymas, Mexico

Publicado17 ene 2026

Duración13:44

Vistas928

UbicaciónGuaymas, Mexico

[Ep 45] Making the Most of Living on the Hard | Boatyard Life in MexicoLiving on the hard in San Carlos requires managing manual gray water drainage and communal facility access.9 ene 2026 · San Carlos, Mexico

Publicado9 ene 2026

Duración6:50

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UbicaciónSan Carlos, Mexico

[Ep 44] Life on the Hard: Projects, Dumpster Diving, & Making the Most of ItThe crew repairs a gimbaling radar mount and applies Coppercoat while awaiting a replacement rudder bearing.3 ene 2026

Publicado3 ene 2026

Duración13:29

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[Ep 43] Dropping the Rudder, Uncovering More Projects & Another DelayStripped rudder bearing threads on a French-built boat force a parts search across the US border.29 dic 2025 · El Tomate, Mexico

Publicado29 dic 2025

Duración16:55

Vistas957

UbicaciónEl Tomate, Mexico

[Ep 42] Our MOST Intimidating Project Yet & Bussing It Back to the U.S.The crew replaced their sail drive bellows and traveled to Arizona to manage Mexican residency visa paperwork.21 dic 2025 · Sea of Cortez

Publicado21 dic 2025

Duración15:56

Vistas537

UbicaciónSea of Cortez

Project mini-sode 5 | Coppercoat Antifouling Bottom Paint on Our SailboatApplying Coppercoat requires precise mixing ratios, strict pot-life management, and extensive manual sanding to expose copper.17 dic 2025 · San Carlos, Mexico

Publicado17 dic 2025

Duración25:40

Vistas1K

UbicaciónSan Carlos, Mexico

Project Mini-sode 4 | Installing Underwater LightsInstalling Lumitech underwater lights on SV Cosmo requires hull-penetrating holes, 3M 5200 sealant, and fiberglass reinforcement.13 dic 2025

Publicado13 dic 2025

Duración19:41

Vistas467

[Ep 41] First 2 Weeks in the Boatyard & The First Project is Past ScheduleApplying Coppercoat to a bluewater cruiser reveals the barrier-coat timing rules and brutal sanding demands.7 dic 2025 · El Tomate, Mexico

Publicado7 dic 2025

Duración16:28

Vistas851

UbicaciónEl Tomate, Mexico

[Ep 40] Made It To The Boatyard & Got Our First Project CurveballA worn rudder bushing discovered mid-haul-out forces a bearing replacement before Coppercoat application.6 dic 2025 · El Tomate, Mexico

Publicado6 dic 2025

Duración17:52

Vistas632

UbicaciónEl Tomate, Mexico

[Ep 39] Sailing Across the Sea of Cortez | Baja to Mainland MexicoA 130-mile overnight Sea of Cortez crossing ends at San Carlos ahead of a full Coppercoat haul-out.23 nov 2025 · El Tomate, Mexico

Publicado23 nov 2025

Duración14:48

Vistas1K

UbicaciónEl Tomate, Mexico

[Ep 38] Jib Furler Saga Finale & Farewell to Baja (For Now)Adjusting jib halyard tension and smoothing sharp drum edges resolves recurring furling jams on a Facknor system.20 nov 2025 · Municipio de Loreto, Mexico

Publicado20 nov 2025

Duración10:37

Vistas398

UbicaciónMunicipio de Loreto, Mexico

[Ep 37] Climbing the Mast With Power Tools & Hiding From the Northerlies | Sailing to Isla CarmenArmand climbs the mast with a Dremel to cut a sharp furling track shredding jib halyards, then drops the tool into the ocean.19 nov 2025 · Municipio de Loreto, Mexico

Publicado19 nov 2025

Duración19:22

Vistas824

UbicaciónMunicipio de Loreto, Mexico

[Ep 36] When Sailing Life Isn't So Dreamy | Isla San Francisco to Agua VerdeThe crew of Cosmo repairs a persistent jib halyard wrap issue after a difficult passage to Agua Verde.8 nov 2025 · Puerto Agua Verde, Mexico

Publicado8 nov 2025

Duración20:23

Vistas846

UbicaciónPuerto Agua Verde, Mexico

[Ep 35] Perfect Sailing to One of Baja’s Best AnchoragesThe crew of *Cosmo* anchors at Isla San Francisco after a successful 20-mile passage in the Sea of Cortez.30 oct 2025 · Municipio de La Paz, Mexico

Publicado30 oct 2025

Duración13:48

Vistas947

UbicaciónMunicipio de La Paz, Mexico

[Ep 34] Sailing into Turquoise Waters & Exploring Islands in the Sea of CortezThe crew of the sailboat Cosmo uses a 65-pound Mantus anchor to weather northerlies in the Sea of Cortez.28 oct 2025 · Municipio de La Paz, Mexico

Publicado28 oct 2025

Duración11:30

Vistas760

UbicaciónMunicipio de La Paz, Mexico

[Ep 33] Baja's Top Beach & Prepping For Our Haul-OutThe crew of *Cosmo* struggles with persistent jib furling issues while staging for a haul-out in San Carlos.23 oct 2025 · Chametla, Mexico

Publicado23 oct 2025

Duración19:59

Vistas658

UbicaciónChametla, Mexico

[Ep 32] Carnaval and Outboard Repair Chaos in La PazA faulty crimp on a power wire extension caused an outboard motor to crank without starting.20 oct 2025 · Chametla, Mexico

Publicado20 oct 2025

Duración16:25

Vistas517

UbicaciónChametla, Mexico

[Ep 31] 2 Weeks Anchored Off Grid in Baja's Island Paradise | Isla Espiritu SantoThe crew of *Cosmo* manages engine vibration, outboard motor failure, and hull cleaning while anchored in Baja.12 oct 2025 · Municipio de La Paz, Mexico

Publicado12 oct 2025

Duración22:20

Vistas923

UbicaciónMunicipio de La Paz, Mexico

Project Mini-sode 3 | Dinghy Wheel Installation on Highfield CL290Armand installs Denard Marine inflatable wheels on a Highfield CL290 using a cutting-board spacer to clear the transom lip.5 oct 2025 · Villa de Cos, Mexico

Publicado5 oct 2025

Duración10:58

Vistas567

UbicaciónVilla de Cos, Mexico

[Ep 30] Our First Taste of La Paz | Groceries, Dentist & Boat WorkThe crew of *Cosmo* installs dinghy wheels and repairs davits while navigating the currents of La Paz.5 oct 2025 · La Paz, Mexico

Publicado5 oct 2025

Duración23:50

Vistas677

UbicaciónLa Paz, Mexico

[Ep 29] The Calm Bay That Wasn't | Water Tank Discoveries, Dinghy Rescue & New Cruiser FriendsThe crew of *Cosmo* clears a clogged water tank outlet while anchored in Ensenada de los Muertos.27 sept 2025 · Municipio de Mulegé, Mexico

Publicado27 sept 2025

Duración19:18

Vistas426

UbicaciónMunicipio de Mulegé, Mexico

Project Mini-sode 2 | Why Can't We Pull Water From Our Water Tank??Armand clears sediment from a boat's side water tank to restore consistent pump suction and water flow.27 sept 2025

Publicado27 sept 2025

Duración8:00

Vistas201

[Ep 28] Cruising Baja’s Wild Side | Whales, Reefs & Life at Anchor in Los FrailesThe crew of *Cosmo* monitors engine temperatures and navigates wind shifts while anchored at Los Frailes, Mexico.21 sept 2025 · Cabo Frailes, Mexico

Publicado21 sept 2025

Duración16:51

Vistas714

UbicaciónCabo Frailes, Mexico

[Ep 27] Anchored in Cabo's Tourist Zone For 2 Weeks | Is It A Dream or Absolute Nightmare?Cabo San Lucas offers free anchorage and extensive provisioning access for cruisers despite heavy tourist boat traffic.10 sept 2025 · Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Publicado10 sept 2025

Duración19:06

Vistas476

UbicaciónCabo San Lucas, Mexico

[Ep 26] Our Last Long Passage for a While | We Made it to Cabo!Armand and Liya sail Cosmo from Magdalena Bay to Cabo San Lucas, navigating light winds and traffic.2 sept 2025 · Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Publicado2 sept 2025

Duración17:10

Vistas1K

UbicaciónCabo San Lucas, Mexico

[Ep 25] Slowing Down in Baja’s Hidden Gem | Anchored in Magdalena BayThe crew of SV Cosmo troubleshoots a DC-to-DC charger alarm while anchored in Magdalena Bay, Baja California.31 ago 2025 · Municipio de Comondú, Mexico

Publicado31 ago 2025

Duración23:25

Vistas572

UbicaciónMunicipio de Comondú, Mexico

[Ep 24] Exhausted Sailors, Fresh Lobster & Dolphin Magic | Sailing Baja MexicoThe crew of *Cosmo* troubleshoots a freshwater pump failure while anchored in Bahia Santa Maria, Baja Mexico.31 ago 2025 · Playa Hermosa, Mexico

Publicado31 ago 2025

Duración20:09

Vistas774

UbicaciónPlaya Hermosa, Mexico

[Ep 23] 2.5 Days at Sea: A Great Passage, The Fishing is a Different StoryThe crew of the sailboat Cosmo completes a 262-nautical-mile passage from Bahia Tortuga to Bahia Santa Maria.22 ago 2025 · Pacific Ocean

Publicado22 ago 2025

Duración16:13

Vistas589

UbicaciónPacific Ocean

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