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Mazatlan and Sailing to Isla Isabel Episode 443
23 aprile 2025 · 25 min · 20K visualizzazioni · Mazatlan
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The crew of the 45-ft catamaran Catalpa departs Mazatlan, Mexico, for an 85-nautical-mile passage to Isla Isabel.5:38 After anchoring briefly in the rolly, brown-water anchorage outside the Mazatlan port, the crew encounters light winds and calm seas, forcing them to motor for much of the transit.0:54 During the passage, the engine stalls due to a clogged fuel line fitting, which the owner discovers is a restrictive, non-standard component that acted as a secondary filter and trapped debris.15:55 The crew clears the obstruction to restore engine function.16:25 Upon arrival at Isla Isabel, the vessel navigates near rocky hazards while attempting to fish, nearly fouling a line in the propellers before successfully anchoring.23:26 The island is noted for its high density of seabirds and marine life, including whales and dolphins.21:44 The crew uses an eSIM from Olafly for consistent internet connectivity to monitor weather forecasts during the trip.1:35
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