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[Ep 26] Our Last Long Passage for a While | We Made it to Cabo!
September 2, 2025 · 17 min · 996 views · Cabo San Lucas
What this video covers
Armand and Liya, sailing their boat Cosmo, complete a multi-day passage from Magdalena Bay to Cabo San Lucas.▶ 0:59 The crew experiences light wind conditions, forcing them to motor for several hours during the transit, though they manage to sail through the night on a beam reach when conditions improve.▶ 4:33 They rely on PredictWind, NOAA, and Windy for passage planning, noting that actual conditions often differ from model forecasts.▶ 10:10 Upon arrival in Cabo San Lucas, the crew encounters high boat traffic and cruise ships, requiring careful navigation to reach the anchorage.▶ 13:40 The transition from remote anchorages to the busy port provides access to grocery stores and infrastructure for boat repairs, including replacing a broken drone propeller.▶ 15:50 The crew reflects on their progress, noting that their sailing skills and confidence have improved significantly since leaving Monterey.▶ 9:18 They conclude that while passage planning is essential, flexibility and patience are necessary when weather models fail to align with reality.
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