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· ott 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 ott 2026

Pubblicato14 ott 2026

Durata0:49

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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 ott 2026 · Ciudad Morelos, Mexico

Pubblicato9 ott 2026

Durata29:31

Visualizzazioni1K

PosizioneCiudad 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 ott 2026 · Ensenada, Mexico

Pubblicato2 ott 2026

Durata24:16

Visualizzazioni735

PosizioneEnsenada, 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 set 2026 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato25 set 2026

Durata24:45

Visualizzazioni3K

PosizioneSan 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 set 2026

Pubblicato25 set 2026

Durata16:02

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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 set 2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Pubblicato18 set 2026

Durata15:10

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PosizioneLos 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 set 2026 · Los Angeles, United States

Pubblicato11 set 2026

Durata26:21

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PosizioneLos 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

Pubblicato31 ago 2026

Durata21:39

Visualizzazioni7K

PosizioneLos 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

Pubblicato14 ago 2026

Durata16:39

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PosizioneOshkosh, 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

Pubblicato1 ago 2026

Durata19:38

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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 lug 2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Pubblicato26 lug 2026

Durata21:32

Visualizzazioni517

PosizioneLos 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 lug 2026 · Rancho Palos Verdes, United States

Pubblicato16 lug 2026

Durata21:05

Visualizzazioni614

PosizioneRancho 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 lug 2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Pubblicato6 lug 2026

Durata13:58

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PosizioneLos 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 lug 2026 · Ketchikan, United States

Pubblicato2 lug 2026

Durata13:13

Visualizzazioni286

PosizioneKetchikan, 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 giu 2026 · Underway from the mainland to Avalon, Catalina Island

Pubblicato12 giu 2026

Durata24:12

Visualizzazioni1K

PosizioneUnderway 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 giu 2026 · Avalon Harbor, Catalina Island

Pubblicato5 giu 2026

Durata12:38

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PosizioneAvalon 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 mag 2026 · Los Angeles, California

Pubblicato27 mag 2026

Durata28:02

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PosizioneLos 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 mag 2026 · Avalon, Catalina Island

Pubblicato18 mag 2026

Durata16:17

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PosizioneAvalon, 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 mag 2026

Pubblicato18 mag 2026

Durata0:55

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

Pubblicato1 mag 2026

Durata11:39

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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 apr 2026 · Avalon, Catalina Island

Pubblicato19 apr 2026

Durata14:39

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PosizioneAvalon, 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 apr 2026 · L.A. Harbor, California

Pubblicato12 apr 2026

Durata18:16

Visualizzazioni7K

PosizioneL.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

Pubblicato24 mar 2026

Durata16:32

Visualizzazioni8K

PosizioneSan 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

Pubblicato28 feb 2026

Durata17:19

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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

Pubblicato1 feb 2026

Durata23:12

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PosizioneTwo 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 gen 2026

Pubblicato23 gen 2026

Durata29:48

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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 gen 2026 · Avalon, Santa Catalina Island, California

Pubblicato16 gen 2026

Durata15:44

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PosizioneAvalon, 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 gen 2026 · the US

Pubblicato8 gen 2026

Durata12:58

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Posizionethe 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 gen 2026 · Cat Harbor, Catalina Island

Pubblicato1 gen 2026

Durata10:48

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PosizioneCat 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

Pubblicato25 dic 2025

Durata6:50

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PosizioneLos 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

Pubblicato5 dic 2025

Durata11:17

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Posizioneoff 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

Pubblicato21 nov 2025

Durata15:55

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PosizioneNewport 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 ott 2025 · off the coast of Camp Pendleton, California

Pubblicato31 ott 2025

Durata26:17

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Posizioneoff 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 ott 2025 · Baja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Pubblicato24 ott 2025

Durata13:23

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PosizioneBaja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

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

Pubblicato16 ott 2025

Durata16:40

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PosizioneAnnapolis, 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 ott 2025 · Baja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Pubblicato8 ott 2025

Durata15:59

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PosizioneBaja 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 set 2025 · Baja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Pubblicato30 set 2025

Durata10:12

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PosizioneBaja 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 set 2025 · Ensenada, Mexico

Pubblicato12 set 2025

Durata13:43

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PosizioneEnsenada, 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

Pubblicato30 ago 2025

Durata21:24

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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

Pubblicato20 ago 2025

Durata8:33

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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

Pubblicato2 ago 2025

Durata32:59

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

Pubblicato20 lug 2025

Durata3:02

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

Pubblicato30 giu 2025

Durata36:06

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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 giu 2025

Pubblicato23 giu 2025

Durata13:35

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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 giu 2025

Pubblicato16 giu 2025

Durata26:01

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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 giu 2025

Pubblicato11 giu 2025

Durata20:22

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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 mag 2025

Pubblicato17 mag 2025

Durata16:30

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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 apr 2025

Pubblicato27 apr 2025

Durata29:58

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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

Pubblicato31 mar 2025

Durata30:32

Visualizzazioni25K

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

Pubblicato21 mar 2025

Durata6:58

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

Pubblicato11 mar 2025

Durata20:35

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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

Pubblicato25 feb 2025

Durata19:37

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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

Pubblicato2 feb 2025

Durata34:00

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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 gen 2025

Pubblicato26 gen 2025

Durata44:50

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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 gen 2025

Pubblicato9 gen 2025

Durata28:18

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Nothing but Sailing and Sun!26 dic 2024

Pubblicato26 dic 2024

Durata10:03

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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

Pubblicato16 dic 2024

Durata26:28

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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

Pubblicato6 dic 2024

Durata32:28

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

Pubblicato28 nov 2024

Durata8:30

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

Pubblicato22 nov 2024

Durata30:23

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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