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…

Chametla, Mexico· ago 2026

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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 ago 2026 · Chametla, Mexico

Pubblicato30 ago 2026

Durata20:11

Visualizzazioni14K

PosizioneChametla, Mexico

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 ago 2026 · Chametla, Mexico

Pubblicato23 ago 2026

Durata26:37

Visualizzazioni279

PosizioneChametla, Mexico

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 ago 2026 · Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Pubblicato5 ago 2026

Durata21:14

Visualizzazioni405

PosizioneCabo 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 lug 2026 · Puerto Magdalena, Mexico

Pubblicato19 lug 2026

Durata26:31

Visualizzazioni513

PosizionePuerto Magdalena, Mexico

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 lug 2026 · San Juanico, Mexico

Pubblicato10 lug 2026

Durata20:34

Visualizzazioni612

PosizioneSan Juanico, Mexico

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 giu 2026 · Bahía Tortugas, Mexico

Pubblicato28 giu 2026

Durata29:22

Visualizzazioni2K

PosizioneBahía 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 giu 2026 · Isla de Cedros, Mexico

Pubblicato21 giu 2026

Durata23:51

Visualizzazioni637

PosizioneIsla 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 giu 2026 · Bahía de los Ángeles

Pubblicato8 giu 2026

Durata26:29

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PosizioneBahía de los Ángeles

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

Pubblicato24 mag 2026

Durata19:50

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PosizioneSan Quintín

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 mag 2026 · Ensenada

Pubblicato19 mag 2026

Durata23:03

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PosizioneEnsenada

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 mag 2026 · Ensenada

Pubblicato7 mag 2026

Durata32:47

Visualizzazioni896

PosizioneEnsenada

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 apr 2026 · Ensenada

Pubblicato21 apr 2026

Durata20:10

Visualizzazioni797

PosizioneEnsenada

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 apr 2026 · sailing down the Baja Peninsula and into the Sea of Cortez

Pubblicato16 apr 2026

Durata1:56

Visualizzazioni492

Posizionesailing 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 feb 2026 · Ensenada, Mexico

Pubblicato20 feb 2026

Durata34:24

Visualizzazioni294

PosizioneEnsenada, 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 gen 2026 · Municipio de San Felipe, Mexico

Pubblicato25 gen 2026

Durata20:37

Visualizzazioni402

PosizioneMunicipio 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 gen 2026 · Ejido 27 de Enero, Mexico

Pubblicato20 gen 2026

Durata20:55

Visualizzazioni558

PosizioneEjido 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 gen 2026 · Bahía de San Quintín

Pubblicato11 gen 2026

Durata16:34

Visualizzazioni307

PosizioneBahía 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 gen 2026 · Ejido Papalote, Mexico

Pubblicato4 gen 2026

Durata22:24

Visualizzazioni930

PosizioneEjido 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 dic 2025 · Ejido Papalote, Mexico

Pubblicato30 dic 2025

Durata31:31

Visualizzazioni456

PosizioneEjido 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 dic 2025 · Ensenada, Mexico

Pubblicato21 dic 2025

Durata28:37

Visualizzazioni784

PosizioneEnsenada, Mexico

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 dic 2025 · Ensenada, Mexico

Pubblicato14 dic 2025

Durata26:20

Visualizzazioni771

PosizioneEnsenada, Mexico

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 dic 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato7 dic 2025

Durata17:22

Visualizzazioni780

PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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

Pubblicato30 nov 2025

Durata20:57

Visualizzazioni359

PosizioneSan 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

Pubblicato24 nov 2025

Durata21:20

Visualizzazioni266

PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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

Pubblicato9 nov 2025

Durata20:30

Visualizzazioni281

PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 ott 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato31 ott 2025

Durata15:25

Visualizzazioni174

PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 ott 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato20 ott 2025

Durata29:58

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PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 ott 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato12 ott 2025

Durata29:35

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PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 ott 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato3 ott 2025

Durata20:08

Visualizzazioni359

PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 set 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato24 set 2025

Durata29:27

Visualizzazioni221

PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 set 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato10 set 2025

Durata21:08

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PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 ago 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato31 ago 2025

Durata24:36

Visualizzazioni227

PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 ago 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato24 ago 2025

Durata15:48

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PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 ago 2025 · Los Angeles County, United States

Pubblicato17 ago 2025

Durata21:28

Visualizzazioni357

PosizioneLos Angeles County, United States

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

Pubblicato11 ago 2025

Durata18:31

Visualizzazioni572

PosizioneLos Angeles County, United States

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 ago 2025 · Los Angeles County, United States

Pubblicato3 ago 2025

Durata28:39

Visualizzazioni926

PosizioneLos Angeles County, United States

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 lug 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato29 lug 2025

Durata15:21

Visualizzazioni358

PosizioneSan 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 lug 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato21 lug 2025

Durata22:57

Visualizzazioni294

PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 lug 2025 · The Sea of Cortez

Pubblicato13 lug 2025

Durata16:35

Visualizzazioni153

PosizioneThe Sea of Cortez

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

Pubblicato6 lug 2025

Durata22:08

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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 giu 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato29 giu 2025

Durata14:04

Visualizzazioni225

PosizioneSan 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 giu 2025

Pubblicato22 giu 2025

Durata20:08

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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 giu 2025

Pubblicato16 giu 2025

Durata18:10

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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 giu 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato13 giu 2025

Durata1:49

Visualizzazioni554

PosizioneSan 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 giu 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato9 giu 2025

Durata14:49

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PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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 mag 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato25 mag 2025

Durata14:54

Visualizzazioni192

PosizioneSan 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 mag 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato11 mag 2025

Durata16:20

Visualizzazioni254

PosizioneSan Diego, United States

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

Pubblicato4 mag 2025

Durata23:55

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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 apr 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato27 apr 2025

Durata22:06

Visualizzazioni499

PosizioneSan 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 apr 2025 · Municipio de San Felipe, Mexico

Pubblicato20 apr 2025

Durata18:49

Visualizzazioni705

PosizioneMunicipio 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 apr 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato13 apr 2025

Durata14:41

Visualizzazioni603

PosizioneSan 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 apr 2025 · Oceanside, United States

Pubblicato6 apr 2025

Durata25:33

Visualizzazioni5K

PosizioneOceanside, 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 mar 2025 · Oceanside, United States

Pubblicato30 mar 2025

Durata23:31

Visualizzazioni201

PosizioneOceanside, 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 mar 2025 · Oceanside, United States

Pubblicato23 mar 2025

Durata22:33

Visualizzazioni200

PosizioneOceanside, United States

S2, Ep14 Finally Addressing Overdue Boat MaintenanceThe crew of Into the Mystic replaces seven corroded through-hull fittings and ball valves in Oceanside, California.16 mar 2025 · Oceanside, United States

Pubblicato16 mar 2025

Durata20:11

Visualizzazioni367

PosizioneOceanside, United States

S1, Ep13 Getting Ready for the Haul Out16 feb 2025

Pubblicato16 feb 2025

Durata18:55

Visualizzazioni147

S1, Ep12 A Simple Solution to a Scary Problem9 feb 2025

Pubblicato9 feb 2025

Durata21:16

Visualizzazioni280

S1, Ep11 San Diego Sailing Adventures1 feb 2025

Pubblicato1 feb 2025

Durata17:03

Visualizzazioni129

S1, Ep10 Why You Should Inspect Your Chain25 gen 2025

Pubblicato25 gen 2025

Durata17:16

Visualizzazioni1K

S1, Ep9 Time for Boat Projects on the Mystic18 gen 2025

Pubblicato18 gen 2025

Durata19:23

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Bahía de los Ángeles1Bahía de San Quintín1Bahía Tortugas, Mexico1Cabo San Lucas, Mexico1Chametla, Mexico2Ejido 27 de Enero, Mexico1Ejido Papalote, Mexico2Ensenada3Ensenada, Mexico3Isla de Cedros, Mexico1Los Angeles County, United States3Municipio de San Felipe, Mexico2Oceanside, United States4Puerto Magdalena, Mexico1sailing down the Baja Peninsula and into the Sea of Cortez1San Diego, United States21San Juanico, Mexico1San Quintín1The Sea of Cortez1