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Sailing To Punta Chivato - Mountains Of Mermaid Treasure
13 décembre 2023 · 20 min · 906 vues · Punta Pulpito
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
The crew of the 320-nautical-mile transit from Puerto Escondido to Puerto Penasco, Mexico, faces significant performance degradation due to heavy marine growth on the hull of their boat, Spy.6:13 While attempting to motor north in light, variable winds, the vessel struggles to maintain four knots, prompting a stop at Punta Pulpito to perform an in-water hull cleaning.6:40 The crew uses a scrub brush for soft growth and a hard scraper for barnacles to restore the boat's speed.8:38 During the journey, the crew navigates the rocky entrance to the anchorage at San Juanico, observes local wildlife including blue-footed boobies and sea lions, and explores the beach at Punta Chivato, known for its dense deposits of seashells.3:23 The transit involves a mix of motoring and sailing, with the crew prioritizing daylight arrivals at anchorages.14:44 Regular hull maintenance is essential for maintaining cruising speed and fuel efficiency during long-distance passages in the Sea of Cortez.
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