Sailing Catalpa · video

What this video covers

The crew of Catalpa, a cruising sailboat, departs the marina in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico, after a failed attempt to surf at the Zippers break due to a lack of swell.0:59 Before leaving, the crew marks their anchor chain at 30 meters and then at 10-meter intervals using rope to improve depth accuracy.3:39 They transit north toward Los Frailes, a 35-nautical-mile passage, while trolling for fish with various lures, including a green feather, a pink jellyfish lure, and a cedar plug.6:05 Despite several large hookups that nearly spool the reels, the crew fails to land any fish, suspecting sharks or marlin severed the lines.12:01 Upon arriving at Los Frailes, the crew observes clear water and abundant marine life, including rays, before anchoring.13:44 The vessel is scheduled for a haul-out in several weeks.14:32

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