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[Ep 35] Perfect Sailing to One of Baja’s Best Anchorages
October 30, 2025 · 13 min · 915 views · Isla San Francisco
What this video covers
The crew of the sailboat *Cosmo* transits 20 miles from Isla Partida to Isla San Francisco in the Sea of Cortez, experiencing light-wind sailing conditions.▶ 3:44 During the passage, the crew manages a persistent jib furler issue and successfully catches a 6.6-pound fish.▶ 7:19 The vessel anchors in the crescent-shaped bay of Isla San Francisco, noted for its white sand, volcanic cliffs, and protection from north winds.▶ 10:47 While at anchor, the crew hikes the island’s trails and performs hull maintenance.▶ 11:56 Technical updates include replacing a faulty battery, which resolved persistent low-voltage errors on the autopilot system.▶ 13:22 The crew also experiments with baking sourdough bread using an Instant Pot to compensate for the boat's limited oven performance.▶ 5:30 The passage concludes with plans to continue northeast toward Los Gatos or Agua Verde to maintain their schedule for reaching San Carlos.▶ 12:27
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