S1, Ep1 Sailing to Oceanside
May 18, 2024 · 23 min · 724 views · San Diego
What this video covers
Into the Mystic, a cruising sailboat, transits from Harbour Island to Oceanside, California, for a scheduled haul-out to replace through-hull fittings and valves.0:48 The crew chooses the departure day to avoid forecasted rain and unfavorable wind conditions, opting for a window with lighter winds and following seas.2:10 Before departure, the crew treats the 105-gallon diesel tank with a biocide to address potential microbial growth and pumps out the holding tank.3:28 During the transit, the crew tests a newly installed Starlink system for connectivity while offshore.10:04 Light winds force the crew to motor-sail for much of the nine-hour trip.17:04 An engine temperature gauge, poorly positioned beneath the helm wheel, causes a false alarm when it appears to peg; a secondary gauge below deck confirms normal operating temperatures.18:29 Upon arrival at the Oceanside Marina, the crew secures the vessel in a slip before departing by car.21:59 The haul-out will allow for the replacement of through-hulls, valves, and the installation of new depth and speed transducers.14:31
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