Sailing Into the Mystic

Welcome aboard Sailing Into the Mystic, a real time experiment in affordable blue water sailing. We’re a sailing couple documenting our journey of bluewater cruising, liveaboard sailboat life, and budget sailing along the coast of Mexico and beyond. Right now we’re cruising Baja California, Mexico, learning as we go, doing DIY sailboat repairs, boatyard projects, and figuring out the real cost of…

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico· oct. 2026

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We Find a Hand Built Steel Expedition Sailboat: Interview + Boat Tour [Ep 70]The 50-foot steel expedition sailboat Tiama features a truck differential steering system and an automatic isolation transformer.11 oct. 2026

Publié11 oct. 2026

Durée33:41

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San Diego to Cabo by Sailboat: Every Dollar We SpentCruising from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas requires a Mexican fishing license, TIP, and FMM visa.4 oct. 2026 · Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Publié4 oct. 2026

Durée27:53

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LieuCabo San Lucas, Mexico

Why We Ran North Before Hurricane Season Turned Scary [Ep 69]The crew of *Into the Mystic* hardwires their Starlink to 12-volt power to improve energy efficiency while cruising.27 sept. 2026 · Loreto, Mexico

Publié27 sept. 2026

Durée26:39

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LieuLoreto, Mexico

Tim's Favorite Anchorage in All of Baja | Agua Verde [Ep68]The crew of Into the Mystic sails 30 nautical miles from San Evaristo to anchor in Agua Verde.21 sept. 2026 · Puerto Agua Verde, Mexico

Publié21 sept. 2026

Durée30:47

Vues4K

LieuPuerto Agua Verde, Mexico

After Our Dinghy Was Stolen, We found Paradise! [Ep67]The crew of Into the Mystic rigs a boom limiter line to stabilize the mainsail in heavy winds.13 sept. 2026 · Gulf of California

Publié13 sept. 2026

Durée21:41

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We Left La Paz to Heal | Provisioning for Paradise [Ep66]The crew of *Into the Mystic* struggles to set anchor in rocky, shallow bottoms near Isla Espiritu Santo.6 sept. 2026 · Chametla, Mexico

Publié6 sept. 2026

Durée18:35

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Disaster in La Paz: Where is our Dinghy? [Ep 65]The crew of Into the Mystic recovered their stolen dinghy in La Paz with help from locals.30 août 2026 · Chametla, Mexico

Publié30 août 2026

Durée20:11

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Beauty Don't Stop Us, We Gotta Get to La Paz Ep64Into the Mystic navigates the San Lorenzo Channel to La Paz while managing tidal currents and shallow depths.23 août 2026 · Chametla, Mexico

Publié23 août 2026

Durée26:37

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Rip to the Tip - Sailing the Last Leg to Cabo [Ep 63]Into the Mystic completes a 160-mile passage to Cabo San Lucas during a 24-hour downwind sail.5 août 2026 · Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Publié5 août 2026

Durée21:14

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LieuCabo San Lucas, Mexico

Are we Sailing...or Motoring?? [Ep 62]Into the Mystic crew calculates engine fuel burn and navigates treacherous tidal currents entering Bahia Magdalena.19 juil. 2026 · Puerto Magdalena, Mexico

Publié19 juil. 2026

Durée26:31

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Sailing the Baja Coast and All He Wants is Tacos and Beer [Ep 61]Into the Mystic runs pre-dawn departures on 60-mile Baja legs to outrun afternoon swells past Punta Abriojos.10 juil. 2026 · San Juanico, Mexico

Publié10 juil. 2026

Durée20:34

Vues805

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A Mistake A New Cruiser Can Make with Their Boom [Ep 60]Using a preventer on the boom prevents dangerous slamming when sailing through large, unpredictable ocean swells.28 juin 2026 · Bahía Tortugas, Mexico

Publié28 juin 2026

Durée29:22

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LieuBahía Tortugas, Mexico

Ep59 Mast Emergency During the Crossing to Cedros IslandA lazy jack failure and 10-foot swells complicate an overnight passage from San Quintin to Cedros Island.21 juin 2026 · Isla de Cedros, Mexico

Publié21 juin 2026

Durée23:51

Vues718

LieuIsla de Cedros, Mexico

Our Fight for Justice After the StabbingTim was stabbed three times at Valle de Los Angeles by Alexander Mudanyaki, who fled before a Mexican court order could be served.8 juin 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles

Publié8 juin 2026

Durée26:29

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Ep58 Racing a Storm to San QuintinA coastal transit from Ensenada to San Quintin demonstrates that wave size dictates comfort more than wind.24 mai 2026 · San Quintín

Publié24 mai 2026

Durée19:50

Vues937

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Ep57 Finally Leaving Ensenada! All the Last Minute Projects Before Sailing BajaThe crew prepares for a Baja passage by troubleshooting water pressure and customizing their Victron display.19 mai 2026 · Ensenada

Publié19 mai 2026

Durée23:03

Vues607

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Ep56 We Built Our Own Dinghy Davit and Saved $3800A custom-built, hinged dinghy davit system fabricated from salvaged aluminum provides an affordable, single-handed lifting solution.7 mai 2026 · Ensenada

Publié7 mai 2026

Durée32:47

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Ep55 Liveaboard Sailboat Haul-Out — Did We BREAK THE BANK?Hardwiring a Gen 3 Starlink to a 12-volt DC system improves energy efficiency for liveaboard cruisers.21 avr. 2026 · Ensenada

Publié21 avr. 2026

Durée20:10

Vues858

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Can Two Retired Teachers Actually Afford Liveaboard Life? Our Real NumbersTwo retired teachers track real liveaboard costs sailing Into the Mystic down the Baja Peninsula.16 avr. 2026 · sailing down the Baja Peninsula and into the Sea of Cortez

Publié16 avr. 2026

Durée1:56

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Lieusailing down the Baja Peninsula and into the Sea of Cortez

Ep54 Sailing Couple Safety Prep — What We Addressed Before Our Next Ocean PassageGarmin's Vesper 8000 MMSI reprogramming process and a Starlink Gen 2 failure resolved in Ensenada.20 févr. 2026 · Ensenada, Mexico

Publié20 févr. 2026

Durée34:24

Vues466

LieuEnsenada, Mexico

S4, Ep53 How Two Teachers Became a Liveaboard Sailing Couple in RetirementTwo retired teachers complete Baja's Pacific coast leg aboard Mystic, their first circumnavigation segment.25 janv. 2026 · Municipio de San Felipe, Mexico

Publié25 janv. 2026

Durée20:37

Vues450

LieuMunicipio de San Felipe, Mexico

S4, Ep52 What Liveaboard Sailboat Life Actually Feels Like — No FilterA blown 150-amp fuse and bilge sewage mark the first day of a northbound Baja coastal hop.20 janv. 2026 · Ejido 27 de Enero, Mexico

Publié20 janv. 2026

Durée20:55

Vues591

LieuEjido 27 de Enero, Mexico

S4, Ep51 Sailing Couple Stops Resisting and Starts Living — A Mindset Shift on the WaterA Flicka 20 crew abandons a southward passage to Cabo due to weather delays and schedule constraints.11 janv. 2026 · Bahía de San Quintín

Publié11 janv. 2026

Durée16:34

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LieuBahía de San Quintín

S4, Ep50 Sailing Couple Survives Their Worst Storm Yet — What HappenedMystic holds at anchor through 38-knot storm in Bahía de San Quintín on 120 feet of chain in 23 feet of water.4 janv. 2026 · Ejido Papalote, Mexico

Publié4 janv. 2026

Durée22:24

Vues957

LieuEjido Papalote, Mexico

S4, Ep49 Our First Overnight Sail — From Best Day to Worst Night on the WaterAn overnight Baja passage ends with a 3 a.m. hazard dodge around breaking waves near Bahía San Quintín.30 déc. 2025 · Ejido Papalote, Mexico

Publié30 déc. 2025

Durée31:31

Vues491

LieuEjido Papalote, Mexico

S4, Ep48 Seven Knots is a Perfect Speed to See the WorldA 1924 wooden motor vessel runs Alaska to Baja on a 50-liter air-start diesel burning 3 gallons per hour.21 déc. 2025 · Ensenada, Mexico

Publié21 déc. 2025

Durée28:37

Vues829

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S4, Ep47 We're Finally Sailing to Mexico — A Sailing Couple's Dream Departure but Rough StartDeparting San Diego on Mexican Revolution Day forces a two-day customs delay in Ensenada.14 déc. 2025 · Ensenada, Mexico

Publié14 déc. 2025

Durée26:20

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S4, Ep46 Sailing Couple's Final Countdown — The Week Before We Sailed AwayA San Diego couple finishes dodger isinglass, bottom cleaning, and provisioning days before sailing to Mexico.7 déc. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié7 déc. 2025

Durée17:22

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S4, Ep45 Last Project Before We Sail — Installing a Balmar Alternator on a BudgetInstalling a Balmar alternator with a DC-to-DC charger provides regulated charging for lithium house battery banks.30 nov. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié30 nov. 2025

Durée20:57

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LieuSan Diego, United States

S4, Ep44 Budget Electrical Upgrade on Our 1988 Liveaboard Sailboat — Part 2Upgrading to a 460-amp-hour lithium house bank requires custom cabling and sourcing metric-sized lugs for Victron equipment.24 nov. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié24 nov. 2025

Durée21:20

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S4, Ep43 Installing Solar Power on a 1988 Liveaboard Sailboat — Part 1The crew of *Into the Mystic* installs a 460-amp-hour Epoch battery and Victron components during a total electrical refit.9 nov. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié9 nov. 2025

Durée20:30

Vues303

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S4, Ep42 We're Bringing Our Cats Sailing — How a Liveaboard Couple Makes It WorkThe crew of Into the Mystic is installing a Victron power system and lithium batteries before departing.31 oct. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié31 oct. 2025

Durée15:25

Vues183

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S4, Ep41 We Finally Fixed It — Liveaboard Sailboat Plumbing Done RightThe crew of *Into the Mystic* replaces sanitation hoses and attempts to upgrade their anchor chain.20 oct. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié20 oct. 2025

Durée29:58

Vues622

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S4, Ep40 DIY Swim Step Build on a Liveaboard Sailboat — Our Favorite SpotA custom stainless steel swim step is fabricated and through-bolted to a sailboat's stern for boarding access.12 oct. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié12 oct. 2025

Durée29:35

Vues293

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S4, Ep39 Sailing Couple Solar Arch Build — Mooring Ball Projects & Hard Lessons LearnedA DIY solar arch build requires moving the boat to a dock for welding and careful maneuvering.3 oct. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié3 oct. 2025

Durée20:08

Vues369

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S4, Ep38 Why We Finally Left the Marina and Started Living the Liveaboard DreamThe crew of Into the Mystic repairs a seized propane solenoid and moves their boat to a mooring.24 sept. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié24 sept. 2025

Durée29:27

Vues243

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S4, Ep37 It Rises! (Solar Arch Build, part 2)Tim installs a custom stainless steel solar arch and integrated stern railing on *Into the Mystic*.10 sept. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié10 sept. 2025

Durée21:08

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S4 Ep36 So Much to Do in So Little Time (Solar Arch Build, part 1)The crew modifies a salvaged solar arch to fit the wider stern of their sailboat, Into the Mystic.31 août 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié31 août 2025

Durée24:36

Vues236

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S3, Ep35 The Most Epic "Sail" EverThe crew of *Into the Mystic* prepares for liveaboard life with upcoming solar, lithium, and water maker upgrades.24 août 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié24 août 2025

Durée15:48

Vues563

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S3, Ep34 Infinite Possibilities on Catalina IslandInto the Mystic navigates Catalina Island coves and manages a dinghy-banging issue during a San Diego return.17 août 2025 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publié17 août 2025

Durée21:28

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S3, Ep33 Cove Hopping on Catalina IslandThe crew of Into the Mystic learns to manage blackwater tank capacity while mooring around Catalina Island.11 août 2025 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publié11 août 2025

Durée18:31

Vues591

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S3, Ep32 We Bit Off More Than We Could ChewThe crew of Into the Mystic diverted to Avalon after struggling to motor-sail against heavy coastal swells.3 août 2025 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publié3 août 2025

Durée28:39

Vues935

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S3, Ep31 We Prepare for our Longest Sailing Trip YetTim and Jess upgrade the swim ladder and anchor chain on *Into the Mystic* before a Catalina passage.29 juil. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié29 juil. 2025

Durée15:21

Vues368

LieuSan Diego, United States

S3, Ep30 Our Tie Dye SpinnakerThe crew of *Into the Mystic* installs temporary solar panels and tests a used spinnaker before Catalina.21 juil. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié21 juil. 2025

Durée22:57

Vues302

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S3, Ep29 Why We Are Definitely Still Sailing to Baja First!Tim and Jess rewire a used watermaker and repair storm-damaged roofing at their property in Baja.13 juil. 2025 · The Sea of Cortez

Publié13 juil. 2025

Durée16:35

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S3, Ep28 She Rides Alas!The crew restores an Atomic 4 engine on *El Reposado* by redesigning the exhaust to prevent reversion.6 juil. 2025

Publié6 juil. 2025

Durée22:08

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S3, Ep27 Healing with the SeaJess recovers from gallbladder surgery while sailing the San Diego coast aboard the 40-ft Into the Mystic.29 juin 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié29 juin 2025

Durée14:04

Vues231

LieuSan Diego, United States

S3, Ep26 Important Projects for Our Next Sailing AdventureThe crew of *Into the Mystic* installs a new refrigeration system and custom engine gauges before sailing.22 juin 2025

Publié22 juin 2025

Durée20:08

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S3, Ep25 Cooling System Service: The Value of a Sea StrainerInstalling a sea strainer on an Irwin sailboat prevents seagrass from clogging the engine's heat exchanger.16 juin 2025

Publié16 juin 2025

Durée18:10

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DONE: Officially Retired!!Tim and Jess finalize their careers at Vista High School and the San Diego County Office of Education.13 juin 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié13 juin 2025

Durée1:49

Vues556

LieuSan Diego, United States

S3, Ep24 Our First Sailing Race!The crew of Into the Mystic navigated light winds and a fouled headsail during their first regatta.9 juin 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié9 juin 2025

Durée14:49

Vues298

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S2, Ep23 We Pick Up a New DinghyThe crew of Into the Mystic replaces a leaking inflatable dinghy with a 1966 aluminum fishing boat.25 mai 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié25 mai 2025

Durée14:54

Vues207

LieuSan Diego, United States

S2, Ep22 The Story Behind the Name of our BoatVan Morrison's "Into the Mystic" named the boat on the day Tim and Jess accepted they couldn't save their daughter.11 mai 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié11 mai 2025

Durée16:20

Vues259

LieuSan Diego, United States

S2, Ep21 A Setback with our Retirement Sailing Plans4 mai 2025

Publié4 mai 2025

Durée23:55

Vues271

S2, Ep20 A 2 Hour Project Turns Into 3 Days; Installing Our RadarInstalling a Simrad Halo 20+ radar on a 47-foot mast requires galvanic isolation and precise cable routing.27 avr. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié27 avr. 2025

Durée22:06

Vues512

LieuSan Diego, United States

S2, Ep19 How the Sea of Cortez Lures UsThe crew of Into the Mystic observes whale sharks and tests a portable washing machine in Mexico.20 avr. 2025 · Municipio de San Felipe, Mexico

Publié20 avr. 2025

Durée18:49

Vues735

LieuMunicipio de San Felipe, Mexico

S2, Ep18 One Step Closer to Retirement SailingTim and Jess upgraded the B&G Vulcan system and dripless shaft seal on Into the Mystic.13 avr. 2025 · San Diego, United States

Publié13 avr. 2025

Durée14:41

Vues610

LieuSan Diego, United States

S2, Ep 17 The Struggle is Real! But Did You See Our Rudder?The crew of *Into the Mystic* rebuilds their rudder with carbon fiber and a custom Delrin bushing.6 avr. 2025 · Oceanside, United States

Publié6 avr. 2025

Durée25:33

Vues5K

LieuOceanside, United States

S2, Ep16 Injuries Can't Slow Down DIY Boat RepairsThe crew of *Into the Mystic* installs a new Airmar tri-ducer and ForwardScan system while on the hard.30 mars 2025 · Oceanside, United States

Publié30 mars 2025

Durée23:31

Vues209

LieuOceanside, United States

S2, Ep15 Removing and Replacing All Old Through Hulls in Just a WeekendThe crew of *Into the Mystic* replaces eight through-hull fittings and a PSS shaft seal during haul-out.23 mars 2025 · Oceanside, United States

Publié23 mars 2025

Durée22:33

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Bahía de los Ángeles1Bahía de San Quintín1Bahía Tortugas, Mexico1Cabo San Lucas, Mexico2Chametla, Mexico3Ejido 27 de Enero, Mexico1Ejido Papalote, Mexico2Ensenada3Ensenada, Mexico3Gulf of California1Isla de Cedros, Mexico1Loreto, Mexico1Los Angeles County, United States3Municipio de San Felipe, Mexico2Oceanside, United States4Puerto Agua Verde, Mexico1Puerto Magdalena, Mexico1sailing down the Baja Peninsula and into the Sea of Cortez1San Diego, United States35San Juanico, Mexico1San Quintín1The Sea of Cortez1