30 kts expected for exam
That is not really what we wanted. Currently there is a big system north west of us bringing along up to 30 knots of wind with rain by Friday noon and that will last until Saturday noon/afternoon. We had almost no wind wind during the last couple of days and there is definitely no wind expected for the next three days.
I think we are all feeling pretty comfortable with 30 knots … but for an exam this is really not what you want. Especially on our Bavaria 36, which sails more sideways than forward.
Well, today we are doing a little course on First Aid and Social Responsibility, which is part of the STCW 95, a “package” of courses that you need if you ever intend to work on one of the superyachts. Except for fire fighting this is the last bit that is missing.
Until Friday we all have to prepare a passage plan. I have to plan a trip to Cadiz in SW winds with fc 4-5. This isn’t really a challenge as I almost know the waypoints, tides and streams by heart. We’ve been approaching Cadiz by night and day in most conditions. Tarifa is a bit tricky, but not in sw winds as the wind is backing on this side of the straits, so it should stay around fc 5 in this area.
This afternoon we are doing more sailing practice…
All the best, Kosta
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