Flight Level Zero

Welcome to Flight Level Zero! We're Chris and Karmen, a couple currently sailing the beautiful California coast aboard our Beneteau Farr 57, Vanishing Point. Chris will retire in a couple of years and we will be setting sails for points south including the Sea of Cortez and the South Pacific. From weekend coastal cruising to preparing for long-haul ocean adventures, join us as we share our journey…

Ciudad Morelos, Mexico· oct 2026

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Annapolis Boatshow 2026!!Chris and Karmen travel from Brisbane to the Annapolis Boat Show for a creator block party.14 oct 2026

Publicado14 oct 2026

Duración0:49

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Ensenada to San Diego ... or is it?!Vanishing Point completes a 23-hour passage from Ensenada to Los Angeles after receiving remote CBP customs clearance.9 oct 2026 · Ciudad Morelos, Mexico

Publicado9 oct 2026

Duración29:31

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UbicaciónCiudad Morelos, Mexico

Around Town in Ensenada, Mexico!Deep-draft vessels at Marina Corral in Ensenada must time fuel stops to avoid shallow low-tide depths.2 oct 2026 · Ensenada, Mexico

Publicado2 oct 2026

Duración24:16

Vistas735

UbicaciónEnsenada, Mexico

Sailing South to Marina Coral, Ensenada, Mexico!Vanishing Point navigates the shallow entrance to Marina Coral in Ensenada, Mexico, by timing the high tide.25 sep 2026 · San Diego, United States

Publicado25 sep 2026

Duración24:45

Vistas3K

UbicaciónSan Diego, United States

Foreign Flag Registration and Cruising Licenses: What Sailors Need to KnowForeign-flagged vessels like Vanishing Point require a 15-day stay in a foreign port to renew cruising licenses.25 sep 2026

Publicado25 sep 2026

Duración16:02

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Catalina Sailing: Our Last Stop Before MexicoThe crew of Vanishing Point prepares for a passage to Ensenada by organizing gear and documentation.18 sep 2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publicado18 sep 2026

Duración15:10

Vistas944

UbicaciónLos Angeles County, United States

Let’s get this Boat Ready for Mexico | Project WeekThe owner of *Vanishing Point* performs DIY maintenance, including flushing the AC system and replacing deck hardware.11 sep 2026 · Los Angeles, United States

Publicado11 sep 2026

Duración26:21

Vistas2K

UbicaciónLos Angeles, United States

Why we’re leaving it all behind for the oceanThe crew of a Beneteau First 57 manages single-handed sailing by manually tailing the electric headsail furler.31 ago 2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publicado31 ago 2026

Duración21:39

Vistas7K

UbicaciónLos Angeles County, United States

Back to our roots at AirVenture 2026!Chris and Karmen revisit AirVenture 2026 in Oshkosh, eight years after surviving the Blue Bonnet Bell crash.14 ago 2026 · Oshkosh, United States

Publicado14 ago 2026

Duración16:39

Vistas157

UbicaciónOshkosh, United States

Climbing the Mast and Diving a Ship Wreck!!A coolant leak from Vanity Point's diesel cooling pump develops on the return run from Two Harbors to San Pedro.1 ago 2026

Publicado1 ago 2026

Duración19:38

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We're finally back on the water after boat repairs!*Vanishing Point* undergoes rudder and drivetrain repairs at a Marina Del Rey boatyard to resolve vibration issues.26 jul 2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publicado26 jul 2026

Duración21:32

Vistas517

UbicaciónLos Angeles County, United States

Sailing to Marina Del Rey for Long Overdue RepairsChris and Karmen haul *Vanishing Point* in Marina Del Rey to replace a worn cutlass bearing and rudder.16 jul 2026 · Rancho Palos Verdes, United States

Publicado16 jul 2026

Duración21:05

Vistas614

UbicaciónRancho Palos Verdes, United States

This is What Sailing Actually Looks LikeA loaded headsail stalls an electric furler mid-passage; unloading the sail restores it.6 jul 2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publicado6 jul 2026

Duración13:58

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UbicaciónLos Angeles County, United States

Alaska Adventure Starts Now | Living Our Dream on the WaterChris and Karmen board the Aleutian Ballard in Ketchikan on their 35th anniversary Alaska cruise.2 jul 2026 · Ketchikan, United States

Publicado2 jul 2026

Duración13:13

Vistas286

UbicaciónKetchikan, United States

We Sailed to the Catalina Wine Mixer! | Sailing Couple AdventureThe crew sails a Beneteau 57 to Avalon for the Catalina Wine Mixer and navigates crowded moorings.12 jun 2026 · Underway from the mainland to Avalon, Catalina Island

Publicado12 jun 2026

Duración24:12

Vistas1K

UbicaciónUnderway from the mainland to Avalon, Catalina Island

A Perfect Day of Sailing and More Birthday Celebrations!A Beneteau 57 runs Catalina Island at 9–10 knots while managing a cargo ship CPA in the shipping lane.5 jun 2026 · Avalon Harbor, Catalina Island

Publicado5 jun 2026

Duración12:38

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UbicaciónAvalon Harbor, Catalina Island

Sailing to San Diego: Beautiful Whales & Big Ships!No LA rigger would tune the rig, so Vanishing Point sailed overnight to Rigworks at Shelter Island, San Diego.27 may 2026 · Los Angeles, California

Publicado27 may 2026

Duración28:02

Vistas3K

UbicaciónLos Angeles, California

Birthday Sail to Avalon | Our New Life on the WaterA birthday sail to Avalon on a Beneteau 57, with a San Diego rigging trip planned next.18 may 2026 · Avalon, Catalina Island

Publicado18 may 2026

Duración16:17

Vistas3K

UbicaciónAvalon, Catalina Island

Deep Blue Sweatshirt | Every Purchase Saves the OceanPurchasing a Deep Blue sweatshirt funds the removal of one pound of plastic from the ocean.18 may 2026

Publicado18 may 2026

Duración0:55

Vistas160

Liveaboard problems | Broken fridge, busy schedule, tight spacesReplacing a refrigerator control box and installing a digital thermostat restores cooling on a Beneteau 57.1 may 2026

Publicado1 may 2026

Duración11:39

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More problems on our return from Cat HarborA bent anchor roller bolt and a jammed Leisure Furl mainsail highlight the learning curve of a new boat.19 abr 2026 · Avalon, Catalina Island

Publicado19 abr 2026

Duración14:39

Vistas5K

UbicaciónAvalon, Catalina Island

We Had to Divert—Here's Why Cat HarborA gale warning diverts the Beneteau 57 from Santa Cruz Island to Cat Harbor on Catalina.12 abr 2026 · L.A. Harbor, California

Publicado12 abr 2026

Duración18:16

Vistas7K

UbicaciónL.A. Harbor, California

Boat Life Prep: Turbo Rebuild, Starlink Install & Final Fixes Before Living Aboard!The crew upgrades their Beneteau 57 with a DC-powered Starlink system and completes essential engine mechanical repairs.24 mar 2026 · San Pedro, California

Publicado24 mar 2026

Duración16:32

Vistas8K

UbicaciónSan Pedro, California

Last Projects Before We Move Onboard!ORCA Technologies Core 2 installs via SeaTalk adapter and displays AIS, radar, and autopilot on a removable Android tablet.28 feb 2026

Publicado28 feb 2026

Duración17:19

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A Week of Sailing, Then We Found THIS!A 40-foot sailboat sank on Bird Rock off Two Harbors, Catalina; crew and dogs rescued by Coast Guard.1 feb 2026 · Two Harbors, Catalina Island

Publicado1 feb 2026

Duración23:12

Vistas7K

UbicaciónTwo Harbors, Catalina Island

DIY install of a Dometic A/C, a Microair Flex and installing a dry bilge pump.A Dometic 16,000 BTU AC and Microair Easy Start Flex install on the Beneteau 57 Vanishing Point.23 ene 2026

Publicado23 ene 2026

Duración29:48

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A Foggy/Dangerous PassageNavigating dense fog requires radar, AIS, and conservative speed, as marine safety relies entirely on the skipper.16 ene 2026 · Avalon, Santa Catalina Island, California

Publicado16 ene 2026

Duración15:44

Vistas5K

UbicaciónAvalon, Santa Catalina Island, California

Solar Panel Upgrade and Outboard Engine Hoist InstallReplacing 330-watt panels with 590-watt bifacial units tripled solar power production on a Beneteau 57.8 ene 2026 · the US

Publicado8 ene 2026

Duración12:58

Vistas2K

Ubicaciónthe US

First sail to Catalina Island in a year!Vanishing Point anchors at Cat Harbor, Catalina Island, alongside a Beneteau 57 previously toured before purchase.1 ene 2026 · Cat Harbor, Catalina Island

Publicado1 ene 2026

Duración10:48

Vistas4K

UbicaciónCat Harbor, Catalina Island

Leather Wrapping the wheel on Vanishing PointChris re-leathers Vanishing Point's steering wheel using a PopeLeathers.com kit in a two-day project.25 dic 2025 · Los Angeles, California

Publicado25 dic 2025

Duración6:50

Vistas2K

UbicaciónLos Angeles, California

Day Sail to Stretch Her LegsBeneteau 57 Vanishing Point hits 8 knots on 14 apparent for its first sail out of LA Harbor.5 dic 2025 · off the coast of Los Angeles, California

Publicado5 dic 2025

Duración11:17

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Ubicaciónoff the coast of Los Angeles, California

Promises Made should be Promises Kept!A memorial plaque for Gary Criddle is installed aboard the Beneteau 57 he once owned.21 nov 2025 · Newport Beach, California

Publicado21 nov 2025

Duración15:55

Vistas7K

UbicaciónNewport Beach, California

Finally Sailing Vanishing Point Home to Los Angeles!A 57-foot Beneteau experiences alternator failure and dead batteries during a coastal delivery to San Pedro.31 oct 2025 · off the coast of Camp Pendleton, California

Publicado31 oct 2025

Duración26:17

Vistas8K

Ubicaciónoff the coast of Camp Pendleton, California

Our New Chapter Starts NowChris and Karmen launch their Beneteau 57 from Baja Naval after completing customs clearance for a passage.24 oct 2025 · Baja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Publicado24 oct 2025

Duración13:23

Vistas1K

UbicaciónBaja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Annapolis Boat Show 2025A halyard-hung deck lounge net supports 1,600 pounds and installs tool-free in minutes.16 oct 2025 · Annapolis, Maryland

Publicado16 oct 2025

Duración16:40

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UbicaciónAnnapolis, Maryland

What's in a Name?The owners of a Beneteau 57 complete a 10-month refit in Ensenada before sailing to Los Angeles.8 oct 2025 · Baja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Publicado8 oct 2025

Duración15:59

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UbicaciónBaja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Baja Naval Refit and PaintVanishing Point's Baja Naval hull repaint — sanded to gel coat, faired, and dust-free spray finished.30 sep 2025 · Baja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Publicado30 sep 2025

Duración10:12

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UbicaciónBaja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Serious progress starts nowBaja Naval sprays all three topside coats on a Beneteau 57 in one day, but a damaged rudder bushing defers to a crane-equipped yard.12 sep 2025 · Ensenada, Mexico

Publicado12 sep 2025

Duración13:43

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UbicaciónEnsenada, Mexico

Sailing to Ensenada to begin work at Baja NavalChris and Karmen perform maintenance and hull prep on their Beneteau FAR 57 at Baja Naval in Ensenada.30 ago 2025

Publicado30 ago 2025

Duración21:24

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Hauling out in Ensenada, MexicoVanishing Point undergoes a haul-out at Baja Naval in Ensenada to address barnacle-clogged through-hulls and hull maintenance.20 ago 2025

Publicado20 ago 2025

Duración8:33

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Unload Vanishing PointChris and Karmen offload their boat *Vanishing Point* from a transport ship in Ensenada for a shipyard refit.2 ago 2025

Publicado2 ago 2025

Duración32:59

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Transport UpdateVanishing Point crosses the Pacific on MV Donogrok, bound for Ensenada with Marshall Islands registration pending.20 jul 2025

Publicado20 jul 2025

Duración3:02

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The LiftThe owners of a Beneteau 57 ship their vessel to Mexico to avoid U.S. import tariffs.30 jun 2025

Publicado30 jun 2025

Duración36:06

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Full-Time Sailing—Are We Crazy?Chris and Karmen visit the Australia Zoo to see the wildlife exhibits and meet Bob Irwin.23 jun 2025

Publicado23 jun 2025

Duración13:35

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Getting her ready to shipThe crew of the Beneteau 57 *Vanishing Point* prepares for shipping by manually securing deck gear and maintenance.16 jun 2025

Publicado16 jun 2025

Duración26:01

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Discussing a Legend!Vanishing Point's Beneteau Far 57 raced Sydney to Hobart twice, finishing ninth in class both years.11 jun 2025

Publicado11 jun 2025

Duración20:22

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Pre-purchase SurveyChris prepares *Aeronautical* for a pre-purchase survey at Cabrillo Boat Shop while awaiting transport for *Vanishing Point*.17 may 2025

Publicado17 may 2025

Duración16:30

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First Week on Vanishing PointThe owners refit *Vanishing Point* in Brisbane, replacing Yanmar engine mounts and upgrading the Victron electrical system.27 abr 2025

Publicado27 abr 2025

Duración29:58

Vistas45K

First Look at Vanishing Point – Are We Making a Mistake?The buyer of Vanishing Point plans to ship the vessel from Brisbane to Ensenada for cosmetic upgrades.31 mar 2025

Publicado31 mar 2025

Duración30:32

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SailGPCaptain Ron organizes a last-minute boat outing to watch a SailGP final race from the water.21 mar 2025

Publicado21 mar 2025

Duración6:58

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Vanishing PointThe owners of Aeronautical are purchasing a Beneteau Far 57 named Vanishing Point in Brisbane, Australia.11 mar 2025

Publicado11 mar 2025

Duración20:35

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Tragic loss of a Beloved Crewmember!Chris and Karmen sail to Avalon, Catalina Island, with their dog Quincy after a period of mourning.25 feb 2025

Publicado25 feb 2025

Duración19:37

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Island White and touring a Beneteau Farr 57A detailed walkthrough of a 2005 Beneteau Farr 57 highlights its carbon rigging, electrical systems, and interior volume.2 feb 2025

Publicado2 feb 2025

Duración34:00

Vistas30K

Mexico Dreams and Touring an Oyster 56A prospective buyer inspects an Oyster 56 in Mazatlan, noting its layout, engine history, and outdated navigation electronics.26 ene 2025

Publicado26 ene 2025

Duración44:50

Vistas29K

Sailing to dinner and touring a Tayana 58DSA couple inspects a 2006 Tayana 58DS in San Diego to evaluate its suitability for long-term liveaboard use.9 ene 2025

Publicado9 ene 2025

Duración28:18

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Nothing but Sailing and Sun!26 dic 2024

Publicado26 dic 2024

Duración10:03

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Day Sail before an Oyster 53 tourThe hosts compare the build quality of an Oyster 53 against a Beneteau 57 for future cruising.16 dic 2024

Publicado16 dic 2024

Duración26:28

Vistas4K

Installing a Lofrans Tigres WindlassInstalling a 1500-watt Lofrans Tigres windlass on the sailboat *Aeronautical* requires custom epoxy deck work and wiring.6 dic 2024

Publicado6 dic 2024

Duración32:28

Vistas5K

BoostSurfBoost Surf's motorized SUP fin unboxed and set up for anchorage use at Catalina Island.28 nov 2024

Publicado28 nov 2024

Duración8:30

Vistas6K

Dive trip to BonaireBonaire offers shore-based diving at sites marked by yellow stones and requires mooring for all visiting vessels.22 nov 2024

Publicado22 nov 2024

Duración30:23

Vistas14K

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Annapolis, Maryland1Avalon Harbor, Catalina Island1Avalon, Catalina Island2Avalon, Santa Catalina Island, California1Baja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico3Cat Harbor, Catalina Island1Ciudad Morelos, Mexico1Ensenada, Mexico2Ketchikan, United States1L.A. Harbor, California1Los Angeles County, United States4Los Angeles, California2Los Angeles, United States1Newport Beach, California1off the coast of Camp Pendleton, California1off the coast of Los Angeles, California1Oshkosh, United States1Rancho Palos Verdes, United States1San Diego, United States1San Pedro, California1the US1Two Harbors, Catalina Island1Underway from the mainland to Avalon, Catalina Island1