The Gulf of California Awaits! Sailing In Mexico - Ep. 75
14 de junho de 2024 · 15 min · 1K visualizações · Campo de Enmedio
O que este vídeo aborda
The crew of Sea Dream of Clyde navigates the southern Baja Peninsula, transitioning from the Pacific coast into the Gulf of California. After departing Cabo, the vessel encounters steady northwest winds, necessitating several days of sailing to weather.8:44 The crew manages the boat’s heading and sail trim to maintain progress while navigating around off-lying rocks.2:48 They anchor in the lee of Punta Arena de la Rivera in 30 feet of water, noting that the anchorage remains rolly due to swell wrapping around the point.9:37 During the passage, the Hydrovane provides reliable steering in 15 to 20 knots of wind.8:47 The crew experiences unorganized, choppy seas—described as square waves—that cause significant rolling while at anchor.12:06 They utilize the engine to motor through light-wind patches and manage battery charging needs, noting that solar panel output is limited by sail shading and short winter days.2:48 The trip includes shore excursions for hiking and scouting routes.4:56 Consistent monitoring of wind forecasts and swell patterns remains essential for planning daily legs in the Gulf.6:59
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