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Nike anchors the sailboat Carl in Bahia Angel, Mexico, a small port village characterized by crowded mooring fields, a sunken ship, and nearby rocks.Watch Due to the tight space and proximity to hazards, she maintains a constant watch from the cockpit during the first two nights.1:20 Preparing for a 200-nautical-mile solo passage to Acapulco, she performs maintenance on the Beta Marine 43 engine.1:52 She monitors a persistent rear seal leak on the transmission, tops off the engine oil, and replaces the fuel filter.2:23 After calculating fuel consumption against potential current and RPM requirements, she transports four jerry cans of diesel from a shore-based gas station via kayak to ensure sufficient reserves.4:32 While in port, she explores the area, visits a local lighthouse, and observes a traditional human pyramid festival on the beach.5:49 She completes her passage preparations by cooking a stew for the upcoming two-night trip.7:08

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