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A couple departs Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, on a 600-mile passage north toward San Carlos in the Sea of Cortez.1:24 Facing light winds and a desire to minimize engine use, the crew manages to sail for 12 consecutive hours on a downwind run using an asymmetric spinnaker.15:11 They maintain an average speed of four knots in eight to nine knots of wind, allowing them to conserve fuel and arrive at the entrance to the Sea of Cortez with more than half a tank remaining.10:07 Throughout the transit, the crew supplements their provisions by trolling for fish, successfully landing multiple tuna and bonito.5:04 They also encounter pods of dolphins and seabirds while navigating the Baja California peninsula.8:03 The passage highlights the trade-offs of coastal cruising in low-wind regions, where the crew prioritizes sailing over motoring despite slow progress.

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