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A 32.2-nautical-mile passage from White Cove, Catalina Island, to Pyramid Cove, San Clemente Island, involves three vessels—the narrator’s boat, *Blu-Away*, and *Aeronautical*—motor-sailing in light winds before transitioning to full sail.2:13 The narrator utilizes a Hydrovane self-steering system to maintain course in light air, achieving speeds of approximately six knots.7:47 Upon arrival at Pyramid Cove, the crew anchors in 45 feet of depth with 300 feet of chain deployed.17:43 During the return trip to Los Angeles Harbor, the crew monitors a distress call from a 26-foot Striper experiencing engine failure between San Clemente and Catalina.23:34 The narrator demonstrates heaving-to by back-winding the headsail and locking the helm to allow a commercial vessel to pass through the shipping lanes.31:38 Starlink provides reliable connectivity for weather updates and communication throughout the trip, including at the remote San Clemente anchorage.19:20 The Hydrovane effectively manages steering in light wind conditions, provided the traveler is adjusted to balance weather helm.30:10

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