S4, Ep42 We're Bringing Our Cats Sailing — How a Liveaboard Couple Makes It Work
October 31, 2025 · 15 min · 172 views · San Diego, United States
What this video covers
The crew of Into the Mystic is preparing for a multi-leg cruise down the Baja peninsula while managing the logistics of bringing two cats aboard. To facilitate travel between the boat and home during the holidays, the owners are positioning two vehicles in Loreto and Puerto Penasco, Mexico, to avoid relying on public transportation with pets that travel poorly.5:05 The departure, originally scheduled for October 1, has been delayed until late October due to hurricane activity and ongoing refit projects.9:08
The primary technical upgrade involves installing a comprehensive Victron power system, including 1200 watts of solar, a 3000-watt inverter, a 120-amp alternator, and a lithium battery bank.10:11 Because the vessel was not originally designed for this equipment, the crew is navigating significant space constraints and installation challenges while living on a mooring ball.11:08 Additional priority projects include installing dinghy davits to secure the tender against theft.14:13 The crew aims to depart before the Baja Ha-Ha rally to ensure access to anchorages along the Pacific coast of Baja.11:53
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