Hi everyone,
At noon today we were at 13 09S 141 38W steering 180M, sailing under full main and yankee at 4 knots. The wind was 7G9 from the NE. Our noon to noon distances were 114nm by the log and 122nm over the ground. Overall we've logged 262nm and 272nm respectively. Our distance to go is 236nm, and to a different destination.
At noon today we were at 13 09S 141 38W steering 180M, sailing under full main and yankee at 4 knots. The wind was 7G9 from the NE. Our noon to noon distances were 114nm by the log and 122nm over the ground. Overall we've logged 262nm and 272nm respectively. Our distance to go is 236nm, and to a different destination.
Originally we were planning to stop at Raroia but have switched to Makemo. The switch allows us to arrive in daylight. We need to transit the pass at slack water since these passes have up to 8 knots of current. The pass we're planning to use in Makemo faces N so is less prone to wind over tide sea states in the prevailing E trade winds. So we can transit at either of the slack tide times.
We've had very pleasant sailing conditions for day 2. Sunny skies, low swell, minimal sea. The wind has been quite light, forcing us to head up to maintain the apparent wind. But overall we're making good progress. The wind is forecast to slowly increase and veer to the E, both of which will help us along.
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Moonset this morning |
We're looking forward to the full moon tonight. Last night it was all-but full and the moon rise and set were both spectacular. No need for torches with this moon and a clear sky.
Trust all's well where you are.
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