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A Perfect Day of Sailing and More Birthday Celebrations!
June 5, 2026 · 12 min · 1K views · Avalon Harbor, Catalina Island
Sailboat heeling under full sail near Avalon Harbor
What this video covers
A Beneteau 57 departs its slip for a day sail from the mainland to Avalon Harbor on Catalina Island, targeting a fast crossing on a forecast with strong winds.▶ 0:03 The boat sustains 9–10 knots under full sail, briefly reefing the headsail as conditions build.▶ 4:30 A small craft advisory goes out mid-crossing, though the crew considers conditions manageable on a vessel that size.▶ 5:35 The cargo ship Eagle Hamilton, southbound in the shipping lane, requires a CPA watch; the boat passes clear at roughly half a mile.▶ 3:23 The crossing is completed at 9–10 knots throughout.▶ 6:44 At Avalon, the crew picks up a mooring and joins dock neighbors' birthday celebrations.▶ 6:49 The return to San Pedro is under motor-sail, with a Norwegian Cruise Line ship at the harbor entrance on arrival.▶ 7:56 Chris notes that Karmen, who had never sailed before six years ago, now handles deck work confidently.▶ 10:42
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