Transporting our sailboat from Utah to Mexico: The Sea of Cortez

Name: Transporting our sailboat from Utah to Mexico: The Sea of Cortez
Uploaded: 2026-05-17T12:00:35.000Z
Duration: 16 min 2 s
Description: Transporting a sailboat across the U.S.-Mexico border requires careful coordination of customs paperwork and vehicle inspection logistics.

17. mai 2026 · 16 min · 441 visninger · Gila Bend, Arizona

Sailboat hoisted by crane at busy boatyard under clear sky

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A couple transports their Tartan Marine 34 C sailboat by trailer from Camas, Washington, to a boatyard in Puerto Penasco, Mexico.Watch During the transit, rain enters the cabin through the mast-step opening after a protective plastic cover blows off, though the boat's electronics remain dry.4:31 Upon reaching the border, the crew attempts to process their FMM visas and transit the vehicle, but border officials initially redirect them due to the size of the trailer.10:46 After coordinating with the boatyard manager, the crew successfully clears a secondary inspection area featuring a portable X-ray machine.11:38 The boat is eventually offloaded onto stands at the yard, where the crew plans to step the mast and install gear including sails, a Bimini, solar panels, and Starlink.14:01 The transit highlights the logistical challenges of international boat transport, including border inspection procedures, temporary import permits, and the necessity of securing deck openings against weather during road travel.