Mexican NAVY With GUNS Out! - Ep. 72
May 3, 2024 · 20 min · 3K views · Baja California Sur
What this video covers
The crew of the 38-ft sailboat Sea Dream of Clyde navigates the Baja West Coast, managing dinghy surf landings, water conservation, and encounters with the Mexican Navy. During a shore excursion, a surf landing attempt flips their dinghy, submerging the outboard engine; the crew later fails to restart the motor and relies on rowing or towing for the remainder of the trip.3:56 While sailing, they catch a Dorado using a boat hook after their net proves too small.10:14 A Mexican Navy patrol boat intercepts them at sea, signaling them to move further offshore to avoid damaging local lobster pots.13:17 The crew maintains a water supply by hauling 20-liter jugs from shore, consuming approximately 200 liters over 12 days.8:30 They navigate coastal anchorages, dodging lobster gear and monitoring depth sounders in shallow areas.15:04 The trip concludes with plans to sail toward Santa Maria while adapting to changing schedules, including a temporary separation for a mountaineering expedition.17:46
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