The end of January. From the logbook it appears that we have only had three days without rain this year – most unusual. Also, it appears that we have only had three days good sailing this year. Summer is a dud.
RETREAT TO AUCKLAND
PIT STOP TUTUKAKA
Sunday morning opened fine and clear in Spirits Bay, just a slight S’ly breeze to ripple the water. The evening had been restful, the Cape Reinga light reassuringly flashing every twelve seconds away to the west. I was in no hurry today, the forecast was for light winds so there was no need to run... Continue Reading →
ARRIVED NEW ZEALAND
The wind overnight was not as strong as forecast so in was a little slower than anticipated, I really wanted to make some miles and reduce the time in the strong winds closer to the Bay of Islands. It turned out fine the wind picked up in the morning and I had a good thirty... Continue Reading →
The Adventures of Captain Ray Penson 