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Sailing Pacific Mexico During Whale Season | Episode 152
18 mai 2022 · 21 min · 165K vues · Mazatlán
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
Erica and Warren transit from Mazatlan, Mexico, toward Puerto Vallarta, stopping at Isla Isabela. Before departing Mazatlan, the crew repairs the windlass and prepares for the passage by auditing spare parts, including anodes, filters, belts, and spark plugs.3:07 They time their dinghy landings carefully to avoid large Pacific swells at the beach.4:26 The overnight passage to Isla Isabela covers nearly 24 hours, featuring light winds of 10 knots and speeds of 4 knots.14:29 Upon arrival at Isla Isabela, the crew encounters numerous whales, including several breaching near the boat.17:28 The anchorage at Isla Isabela presents challenges, characterized by tight spacing, rocky pinnacle obstructions, and significant swell.20:35 The crew expresses concern regarding the proximity of other vessels and the potential for anchor fouling on the rocky bottom.20:58 They monitor the conditions to determine if the anchorage remains comfortable for an overnight stay.20:41
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