Hi all,
Day 4 at sea, and we have settle in at last.The wind was dead behind us, and although you may think we could just head for St. Helena, we can't sail that course as the mainsail could gybe(swing around to the opposite side.) and bring down the mast! So, we have headed north along the coast, covered 600 miles and only made 400 miles towards St H.We have now had a deliberate(Slow)gybe and turned on a more or less direct route to St Helena. Winds are strong at 20 to 25 knots seas chaotic and the famous large Atlantic swell is 3 meters, following us so comfortable. We are flying along at 8+ knots, surfing the waves at up to 12 knots! We are all revelling in the conditions.We got up close and personal with a mum & baby humpback on day1, saw a survey vessel in the distance(I suppose for oil) & were warned to stay 6 miles clear by guard vessels, passed lots of ships,but very little sea life. We are still in the cold Benguella current.No need to use engine so far! So far, a great trade wind passage. John must be over his seasickness as he started fishing. As always, he is optimistic of a large fish judging by the size of his lure! Thanks to you all for your good wishes
Love to all
Dimitri & Arti
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