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…

La Paz, Mexico· août 2026

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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 août 2026 · La Paz, Mexico

Publié29 août 2026

Durée20:20

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LieuLa 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 août 2026

Publié28 août 2026

Durée7:51

Vues829

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 août 2026 · Sea of Cortez, Mexico

Publié21 août 2026

Durée21:30

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LieuSea 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 août 2026 · Isla Coronado, Sea of Cortez

Publié16 août 2026

Durée16:56

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LieuIsla 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 août 2026 · Municipio de Loreto, Mexico

Publié12 août 2026

Durée20:27

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LieuMunicipio 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 août 2026 · Municipio de Mulegé, Mexico

Publié1 août 2026

Durée15:38

Vues519

LieuMunicipio 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 juil. 2026 · Santa Rosalía, Mexico

Publié25 juil. 2026

Durée18:01

Vues534

LieuSanta 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 juil. 2026 · Sea of Cortez, Mexico

Publié18 juil. 2026

Durée19:33

Vues836

LieuSea 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 juil. 2026 · Refugio, Baja California, Mexico

Publié11 juil. 2026

Durée21:46

Vues830

LieuRefugio, 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 juil. 2026 · Canal de Ballenas, Gulf of California

Publié2 juil. 2026

Durée21:14

Vues649

LieuCanal 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 juin 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publié25 juin 2026

Durée15:39

Vues617

LieuBahía 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 juin 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publié19 juin 2026

Durée19:45

Vues549

LieuBahía 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 juin 2026 · Ensenada El Pescador, Baja California

Publié13 juin 2026

Durée17:13

Vues649

LieuEnsenada 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 juin 2026 · Bahia de los Angeles, Baja California, Mexico

Publié4 juin 2026

Durée18:51

Vues762

LieuBahia 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 mai 2026 · La Gringa, Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publié30 mai 2026

Durée14:30

Vues569

LieuLa Gringa, Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

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

Publié22 mai 2026

Durée21:23

Vues863

LieuBahía 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 mai 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publié16 mai 2026

Durée16:18

Vues511

LieuBahía 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 mai 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publié9 mai 2026

Durée14:25

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LieuBahía 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 mai 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publié1 mai 2026

Durée14:29

Vues676

LieuBahía 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 avr. 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles, Mexico

Publié26 avr. 2026

Durée14:06

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[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 avr. 2026 · Bahia de Los Angeles

Publié18 avr. 2026

Durée15:27

Vues887

LieuBahia 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 avr. 2026 · Bahia de los Angeles

Publié12 avr. 2026

Durée19:12

Vues827

LieuBahia 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 avr. 2026 · Isla Partida, Mexico

Publié5 avr. 2026

Durée18:33

Vues927

LieuIsla 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 avr. 2026 · Isla Las Animas, Sea of Cortez

Publié1 avr. 2026

Durée13:02

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LieuIsla 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 mars 2026 · Municipio de San Quintín, Mexico

Publié27 mars 2026

Durée15:39

Vues850

LieuMunicipio 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 mars 2026 · Municipio de San Quintín, Mexico

Publié18 mars 2026

Durée21:03

Vues887

LieuMunicipio 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 mars 2026 · Sea of Cortez, near Isla San Pedro

Publié15 mars 2026

Durée17:15

Vues590

LieuSea 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 févr. 2026 · Villa de Cos, Mexico

Publié24 févr. 2026

Durée12:39

Vues643

LieuVilla 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 févr. 2026 · San Carlos Nuevo Guaymas, Mexico

Publié17 févr. 2026

Durée17:41

Vues552

LieuSan 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 févr. 2026 · Bahia San Pedro, Mexico

Publié7 févr. 2026

Durée13:55

Vues734

LieuBahia 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 févr. 2026 · San Carlos Nuevo Guaymas, Mexico

Publié3 févr. 2026

Durée15:07

Vues694

LieuSan 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 janv. 2026 · Villa de Cos, Mexico

Publié22 janv. 2026

Durée13:37

Vues819

LieuVilla 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 janv. 2026 · Guaymas, Mexico

Publié17 janv. 2026

Durée13:44

Vues928

LieuGuaymas, 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 janv. 2026 · San Carlos, Mexico

Publié9 janv. 2026

Durée6:50

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LieuSan 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 janv. 2026

Publié3 janv. 2026

Durée13:29

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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 déc. 2025 · El Tomate, Mexico

Publié29 déc. 2025

Durée16:55

Vues957

LieuEl 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 déc. 2025 · Sea of Cortez

Publié21 déc. 2025

Durée15:56

Vues537

LieuSea 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 déc. 2025 · San Carlos, Mexico

Publié17 déc. 2025

Durée25:40

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

Publié13 déc. 2025

Durée19:41

Vues467

[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 déc. 2025 · El Tomate, Mexico

Publié7 déc. 2025

Durée16:28

Vues851

LieuEl 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 déc. 2025 · El Tomate, Mexico

Publié6 déc. 2025

Durée17:52

Vues632

LieuEl 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

Publié23 nov. 2025

Durée14:48

Vues1K

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[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

Publié20 nov. 2025

Durée10:37

Vues398

LieuMunicipio 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

Publié19 nov. 2025

Durée19:22

Vues824

LieuMunicipio 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

Publié8 nov. 2025

Durée20:23

Vues846

LieuPuerto 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

Publié30 oct. 2025

Durée13:48

Vues947

LieuMunicipio 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

Publié28 oct. 2025

Durée11:30

Vues760

LieuMunicipio 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

Publié23 oct. 2025

Durée19:59

Vues658

LieuChametla, 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

Publié20 oct. 2025

Durée16:25

Vues517

LieuChametla, 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

Publié12 oct. 2025

Durée22:20

Vues923

LieuMunicipio 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

Publié5 oct. 2025

Durée10:58

Vues567

LieuVilla 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

Publié5 oct. 2025

Durée23:50

Vues677

LieuLa 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

Publié27 sept. 2025

Durée19:18

Vues426

LieuMunicipio 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

Publié27 sept. 2025

Durée8:00

Vues201

[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

Publié21 sept. 2025

Durée16:51

Vues714

LieuCabo 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

Publié10 sept. 2025

Durée19:06

Vues476

LieuCabo 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

Publié2 sept. 2025

Durée17:10

Vues1K

LieuCabo 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 août 2025 · Municipio de Comondú, Mexico

Publié31 août 2025

Durée23:25

Vues572

LieuMunicipio 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 août 2025 · Playa Hermosa, Mexico

Publié31 août 2025

Durée20:09

Vues774

LieuPlaya 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 août 2025 · Pacific Ocean

Publié22 août 2025

Durée16:13

Vues589

LieuPacific Ocean

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