Sailing Avocet Archive – Page 3

After months of planning, delays, and other misadventures we FINALLY sailed over the border from California to Mexico! Our first stop was Ensenada where we checked into the country, which was easier said than done. We had some serious issues with our TIP b...

Got a scuff? A scratch? A problem area on your boat that needs fixing, but unsure if you can make the repair with Awlgrip paint? Have no fear, I tested it out so you don't have to! Hopefully someone finds this helpful. Don't miss out on upcoming sailing ...

After a very tedious check in process we were cleared to explore the rest of Mexico, so we untied from the dock and sailed south on our longest passage yet! From Ensenada to Bahia Santa Maria with a fun celebration in between 🎉 But with every high, the...

Our short stay in Bahia Santa Maria was memorable to say the least since our dear friend Peter narrowly escaped death after a dinghy flip. From stellar views to adrenaline-pumping rescues, this video has a bit of it all. Can't wait for the next episode? Ch...

Bahia Santa Maria was a short and sweet stay, but we had miles to cover so we pulled our hook and set our course for the notorious Cabo San Lucas where we spend my 26th birthday. Don't miss out on upcoming sailing adventures, DIY stories, and equipment r...

It’s been said that Cabo is a lot like Las Vegas, but with fewer Mexicans. There might be some truth to that. Everything you’ve probably heard about Cabo is true. It is an adult Disneyland, without the rules, or the closing time. Don’t be dumb or obv...

#ad After months of exploring the Sea of Cortez we are ready to cross over to mainland Mexico. We recently downloaded the savvy navvy app which has made route planning simple with real-time updates, with user-friendly features for both expert sailors and b...

After years of living aboard and cruising our 1979 Cheoy Lee 41', Avocet, we finally found time to clean up and bring you on a virtual boat tour. Interested in more? Click here 👉 https://www.svavocet.com/2022/08/29/cheoy-lee-41/ Chapters: 0:00 - 7:54 ...

#ad We are so excited to be in Mazatlan for the eclipse - it is where we will be able to see complete totality! Although we were hesitant of the sketchy harbor entrance, savvy navvy had our backs and got us from point A to B with no surprises along the way...

The time had come to finally sail across the Sea of Cortez from Cabo San Lucas to Chacala on Mainland Mexico - soaking up all the naked sailing and experiencing one of the scariest nights at sea yet. The unpredictable weather made our crossing a challengin...