Flight Level Zero

Welcome to Flight Level Zero! We're Chris and Karmen, a couple currently sailing the beautiful California coast aboard our Beneteau Farr 57, Vanishing Point. Chris will retire in a couple of years and we will be setting sails for points south including the Sea of Cortez and the South Pacific. From weekend coastal cruising to preparing for long-haul ocean adventures, join us as we share our journey…

Ciudad Morelos, Mexico· 10/2026

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Annapolis Boatshow 2026!!Chris and Karmen travel from Brisbane to the Annapolis Boat Show for a creator block party.14/10/2026

Publicado14/10/2026

Duração0:49

Visualizações157

Ensenada to San Diego ... or is it?!Vanishing Point completes a 23-hour passage from Ensenada to Los Angeles after receiving remote CBP customs clearance.9/10/2026 · Ciudad Morelos, Mexico

Publicado9/10/2026

Duração29:31

Visualizações1K

LocalizaçãoCiudad Morelos, Mexico

Around Town in Ensenada, Mexico!Deep-draft vessels at Marina Corral in Ensenada must time fuel stops to avoid shallow low-tide depths.2/10/2026 · Ensenada, Mexico

Publicado2/10/2026

Duração24:16

Visualizações735

LocalizaçãoEnsenada, Mexico

Sailing South to Marina Coral, Ensenada, Mexico!Vanishing Point navigates the shallow entrance to Marina Coral in Ensenada, Mexico, by timing the high tide.25/09/2026 · San Diego, United States

Publicado25/09/2026

Duração24:45

Visualizações3K

LocalizaçãoSan Diego, United States

Foreign Flag Registration and Cruising Licenses: What Sailors Need to KnowForeign-flagged vessels like Vanishing Point require a 15-day stay in a foreign port to renew cruising licenses.25/09/2026

Publicado25/09/2026

Duração16:02

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Catalina Sailing: Our Last Stop Before MexicoThe crew of Vanishing Point prepares for a passage to Ensenada by organizing gear and documentation.18/09/2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publicado18/09/2026

Duração15:10

Visualizações944

LocalizaçãoLos Angeles County, United States

Let’s get this Boat Ready for Mexico | Project WeekThe owner of *Vanishing Point* performs DIY maintenance, including flushing the AC system and replacing deck hardware.11/09/2026 · Los Angeles, United States

Publicado11/09/2026

Duração26:21

Visualizações2K

LocalizaçãoLos Angeles, United States

Why we’re leaving it all behind for the oceanThe crew of a Beneteau First 57 manages single-handed sailing by manually tailing the electric headsail furler.31/08/2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publicado31/08/2026

Duração21:39

Visualizações7K

LocalizaçãoLos Angeles County, United States

Back to our roots at AirVenture 2026!Chris and Karmen revisit AirVenture 2026 in Oshkosh, eight years after surviving the Blue Bonnet Bell crash.14/08/2026 · Oshkosh, United States

Publicado14/08/2026

Duração16:39

Visualizações157

LocalizaçãoOshkosh, United States

Climbing the Mast and Diving a Ship Wreck!!A coolant leak from Vanity Point's diesel cooling pump develops on the return run from Two Harbors to San Pedro.1/08/2026

Publicado1/08/2026

Duração19:38

Visualizações418

We're finally back on the water after boat repairs!*Vanishing Point* undergoes rudder and drivetrain repairs at a Marina Del Rey boatyard to resolve vibration issues.26/07/2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publicado26/07/2026

Duração21:32

Visualizações517

LocalizaçãoLos Angeles County, United States

Sailing to Marina Del Rey for Long Overdue RepairsChris and Karmen haul *Vanishing Point* in Marina Del Rey to replace a worn cutlass bearing and rudder.16/07/2026 · Rancho Palos Verdes, United States

Publicado16/07/2026

Duração21:05

Visualizações614

LocalizaçãoRancho Palos Verdes, United States

This is What Sailing Actually Looks LikeA loaded headsail stalls an electric furler mid-passage; unloading the sail restores it.6/07/2026 · Los Angeles County, United States

Publicado6/07/2026

Duração13:58

Visualizações2K

LocalizaçãoLos Angeles County, United States

Alaska Adventure Starts Now | Living Our Dream on the WaterChris and Karmen board the Aleutian Ballard in Ketchikan on their 35th anniversary Alaska cruise.2/07/2026 · Ketchikan, United States

Publicado2/07/2026

Duração13:13

Visualizações286

LocalizaçãoKetchikan, United States

We Sailed to the Catalina Wine Mixer! | Sailing Couple AdventureThe crew sails a Beneteau 57 to Avalon for the Catalina Wine Mixer and navigates crowded moorings.12/06/2026 · Underway from the mainland to Avalon, Catalina Island

Publicado12/06/2026

Duração24:12

Visualizações1K

LocalizaçãoUnderway from the mainland to Avalon, Catalina Island

A Perfect Day of Sailing and More Birthday Celebrations!A Beneteau 57 runs Catalina Island at 9–10 knots while managing a cargo ship CPA in the shipping lane.5/06/2026 · Avalon Harbor, Catalina Island

Publicado5/06/2026

Duração12:38

Visualizações1K

LocalizaçãoAvalon Harbor, Catalina Island

Sailing to San Diego: Beautiful Whales & Big Ships!No LA rigger would tune the rig, so Vanishing Point sailed overnight to Rigworks at Shelter Island, San Diego.27/05/2026 · Los Angeles, California

Publicado27/05/2026

Duração28:02

Visualizações3K

LocalizaçãoLos Angeles, California

Birthday Sail to Avalon | Our New Life on the WaterA birthday sail to Avalon on a Beneteau 57, with a San Diego rigging trip planned next.18/05/2026 · Avalon, Catalina Island

Publicado18/05/2026

Duração16:17

Visualizações3K

LocalizaçãoAvalon, Catalina Island

Deep Blue Sweatshirt | Every Purchase Saves the OceanPurchasing a Deep Blue sweatshirt funds the removal of one pound of plastic from the ocean.18/05/2026

Publicado18/05/2026

Duração0:55

Visualizações160

Liveaboard problems | Broken fridge, busy schedule, tight spacesReplacing a refrigerator control box and installing a digital thermostat restores cooling on a Beneteau 57.1/05/2026

Publicado1/05/2026

Duração11:39

Visualizações5K

More problems on our return from Cat HarborA bent anchor roller bolt and a jammed Leisure Furl mainsail highlight the learning curve of a new boat.19/04/2026 · Avalon, Catalina Island

Publicado19/04/2026

Duração14:39

Visualizações5K

LocalizaçãoAvalon, Catalina Island

We Had to Divert—Here's Why Cat HarborA gale warning diverts the Beneteau 57 from Santa Cruz Island to Cat Harbor on Catalina.12/04/2026 · L.A. Harbor, California

Publicado12/04/2026

Duração18:16

Visualizações7K

LocalizaçãoL.A. Harbor, California

Boat Life Prep: Turbo Rebuild, Starlink Install & Final Fixes Before Living Aboard!The crew upgrades their Beneteau 57 with a DC-powered Starlink system and completes essential engine mechanical repairs.24/03/2026 · San Pedro, California

Publicado24/03/2026

Duração16:32

Visualizações8K

LocalizaçãoSan Pedro, California

Last Projects Before We Move Onboard!ORCA Technologies Core 2 installs via SeaTalk adapter and displays AIS, radar, and autopilot on a removable Android tablet.28/02/2026

Publicado28/02/2026

Duração17:19

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A Week of Sailing, Then We Found THIS!A 40-foot sailboat sank on Bird Rock off Two Harbors, Catalina; crew and dogs rescued by Coast Guard.1/02/2026 · Two Harbors, Catalina Island

Publicado1/02/2026

Duração23:12

Visualizações7K

LocalizaçãoTwo Harbors, Catalina Island

DIY install of a Dometic A/C, a Microair Flex and installing a dry bilge pump.A Dometic 16,000 BTU AC and Microair Easy Start Flex install on the Beneteau 57 Vanishing Point.23/01/2026

Publicado23/01/2026

Duração29:48

Visualizações16K

A Foggy/Dangerous PassageNavigating dense fog requires radar, AIS, and conservative speed, as marine safety relies entirely on the skipper.16/01/2026 · Avalon, Santa Catalina Island, California

Publicado16/01/2026

Duração15:44

Visualizações5K

LocalizaçãoAvalon, Santa Catalina Island, California

Solar Panel Upgrade and Outboard Engine Hoist InstallReplacing 330-watt panels with 590-watt bifacial units tripled solar power production on a Beneteau 57.8/01/2026 · the US

Publicado8/01/2026

Duração12:58

Visualizações2K

Localizaçãothe US

First sail to Catalina Island in a year!Vanishing Point anchors at Cat Harbor, Catalina Island, alongside a Beneteau 57 previously toured before purchase.1/01/2026 · Cat Harbor, Catalina Island

Publicado1/01/2026

Duração10:48

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LocalizaçãoCat Harbor, Catalina Island

Leather Wrapping the wheel on Vanishing PointChris re-leathers Vanishing Point's steering wheel using a PopeLeathers.com kit in a two-day project.25/12/2025 · Los Angeles, California

Publicado25/12/2025

Duração6:50

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LocalizaçãoLos Angeles, California

Day Sail to Stretch Her LegsBeneteau 57 Vanishing Point hits 8 knots on 14 apparent for its first sail out of LA Harbor.5/12/2025 · off the coast of Los Angeles, California

Publicado5/12/2025

Duração11:17

Visualizações31K

Localizaçãooff the coast of Los Angeles, California

Promises Made should be Promises Kept!A memorial plaque for Gary Criddle is installed aboard the Beneteau 57 he once owned.21/11/2025 · Newport Beach, California

Publicado21/11/2025

Duração15:55

Visualizações7K

LocalizaçãoNewport Beach, California

Finally Sailing Vanishing Point Home to Los Angeles!A 57-foot Beneteau experiences alternator failure and dead batteries during a coastal delivery to San Pedro.31/10/2025 · off the coast of Camp Pendleton, California

Publicado31/10/2025

Duração26:17

Visualizações8K

Localizaçãooff the coast of Camp Pendleton, California

Our New Chapter Starts NowChris and Karmen launch their Beneteau 57 from Baja Naval after completing customs clearance for a passage.24/10/2025 · Baja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Publicado24/10/2025

Duração13:23

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LocalizaçãoBaja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Annapolis Boat Show 2025A halyard-hung deck lounge net supports 1,600 pounds and installs tool-free in minutes.16/10/2025 · Annapolis, Maryland

Publicado16/10/2025

Duração16:40

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LocalizaçãoAnnapolis, Maryland

What's in a Name?The owners of a Beneteau 57 complete a 10-month refit in Ensenada before sailing to Los Angeles.8/10/2025 · Baja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Publicado8/10/2025

Duração15:59

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LocalizaçãoBaja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Baja Naval Refit and PaintVanishing Point's Baja Naval hull repaint — sanded to gel coat, faired, and dust-free spray finished.30/09/2025 · Baja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Publicado30/09/2025

Duração10:12

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LocalizaçãoBaja Naval, Ensenada, Mexico

Serious progress starts nowBaja Naval sprays all three topside coats on a Beneteau 57 in one day, but a damaged rudder bushing defers to a crane-equipped yard.12/09/2025 · Ensenada, Mexico

Publicado12/09/2025

Duração13:43

Visualizações3K

LocalizaçãoEnsenada, Mexico

Sailing to Ensenada to begin work at Baja NavalChris and Karmen perform maintenance and hull prep on their Beneteau FAR 57 at Baja Naval in Ensenada.30/08/2025

Publicado30/08/2025

Duração21:24

Visualizações4K

Hauling out in Ensenada, MexicoVanishing Point undergoes a haul-out at Baja Naval in Ensenada to address barnacle-clogged through-hulls and hull maintenance.20/08/2025

Publicado20/08/2025

Duração8:33

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Unload Vanishing PointChris and Karmen offload their boat *Vanishing Point* from a transport ship in Ensenada for a shipyard refit.2/08/2025

Publicado2/08/2025

Duração32:59

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Transport UpdateVanishing Point crosses the Pacific on MV Donogrok, bound for Ensenada with Marshall Islands registration pending.20/07/2025

Publicado20/07/2025

Duração3:02

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The LiftThe owners of a Beneteau 57 ship their vessel to Mexico to avoid U.S. import tariffs.30/06/2025

Publicado30/06/2025

Duração36:06

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Full-Time Sailing—Are We Crazy?Chris and Karmen visit the Australia Zoo to see the wildlife exhibits and meet Bob Irwin.23/06/2025

Publicado23/06/2025

Duração13:35

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Getting her ready to shipThe crew of the Beneteau 57 *Vanishing Point* prepares for shipping by manually securing deck gear and maintenance.16/06/2025

Publicado16/06/2025

Duração26:01

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Discussing a Legend!Vanishing Point's Beneteau Far 57 raced Sydney to Hobart twice, finishing ninth in class both years.11/06/2025

Publicado11/06/2025

Duração20:22

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Pre-purchase SurveyChris prepares *Aeronautical* for a pre-purchase survey at Cabrillo Boat Shop while awaiting transport for *Vanishing Point*.17/05/2025

Publicado17/05/2025

Duração16:30

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First Week on Vanishing PointThe owners refit *Vanishing Point* in Brisbane, replacing Yanmar engine mounts and upgrading the Victron electrical system.27/04/2025

Publicado27/04/2025

Duração29:58

Visualizações45K

First Look at Vanishing Point – Are We Making a Mistake?The buyer of Vanishing Point plans to ship the vessel from Brisbane to Ensenada for cosmetic upgrades.31/03/2025

Publicado31/03/2025

Duração30:32

Visualizações25K

SailGPCaptain Ron organizes a last-minute boat outing to watch a SailGP final race from the water.21/03/2025

Publicado21/03/2025

Duração6:58

Visualizações14K

Vanishing PointThe owners of Aeronautical are purchasing a Beneteau Far 57 named Vanishing Point in Brisbane, Australia.11/03/2025

Publicado11/03/2025

Duração20:35

Visualizações14K

Tragic loss of a Beloved Crewmember!Chris and Karmen sail to Avalon, Catalina Island, with their dog Quincy after a period of mourning.25/02/2025

Publicado25/02/2025

Duração19:37

Visualizações6K

Island White and touring a Beneteau Farr 57A detailed walkthrough of a 2005 Beneteau Farr 57 highlights its carbon rigging, electrical systems, and interior volume.2/02/2025

Publicado2/02/2025

Duração34:00

Visualizações30K

Mexico Dreams and Touring an Oyster 56A prospective buyer inspects an Oyster 56 in Mazatlan, noting its layout, engine history, and outdated navigation electronics.26/01/2025

Publicado26/01/2025

Duração44:50

Visualizações29K

Sailing to dinner and touring a Tayana 58DSA couple inspects a 2006 Tayana 58DS in San Diego to evaluate its suitability for long-term liveaboard use.9/01/2025

Publicado9/01/2025

Duração28:18

Visualizações3K

Nothing but Sailing and Sun!26/12/2024

Publicado26/12/2024

Duração10:03

Visualizações64K

Day Sail before an Oyster 53 tourThe hosts compare the build quality of an Oyster 53 against a Beneteau 57 for future cruising.16/12/2024

Publicado16/12/2024

Duração26:28

Visualizações4K

Installing a Lofrans Tigres WindlassInstalling a 1500-watt Lofrans Tigres windlass on the sailboat *Aeronautical* requires custom epoxy deck work and wiring.6/12/2024

Publicado6/12/2024

Duração32:28

Visualizações5K

BoostSurfBoost Surf's motorized SUP fin unboxed and set up for anchorage use at Catalina Island.28/11/2024

Publicado28/11/2024

Duração8:30

Visualizações6K

Dive trip to BonaireBonaire offers shore-based diving at sites marked by yellow stones and requires mooring for all visiting vessels.22/11/2024

Publicado22/11/2024

Duração30:23

Visualizações14K

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