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Ep 49 | Wind in our sails, deserted beaches and unbelievable marine life
25. juni 2023 · 21 min · 2K visninger · San Juanico
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The crew of the *Blue Pearl* navigates the Sea of Cortez while troubleshooting a malfunctioning refrigerator.2:09 After noticing the fridge failed to cool, the crew identified a blockage in the raw water cooling system.2:33 Clearing the pump intake restored water flow and refrigeration, preventing potential food spoilage.5:08 The vessel, which lacks a windlass, requires manual hand-cranking of the anchor, a task that discourages frequent relocation despite uncomfortable rolling in anchorages like San Juanico and Punta Pulpito.7:49
The crew utilizes Navionics to identify potential anchorages and monitors wind and swell conditions to manage comfort.19:05 During a passage between anchorages, they successfully sail in light winds using three sails and catch a bonito, which they prepare as tuna pate.9:51 The trip includes snorkeling, observing blue-footed boobies, and navigating around large dolphin pods.14:13 Despite the challenges of manual anchoring and heavy swell, the crew continues their northbound journey, prioritizing functional refrigeration and favorable weather windows for exploration.
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