Today is a glorious day! After this dreadful start and me feeling knackered, the clouds have almost gone and it is decidedly warmer than a few days days ago! Ever since last night I was flying the spinaker, until the wind increased so much that I had to take it down. This presented no problems, but after that I felt like becalmed again I couldn't stand that! So I went to set the code 0, but while doing so the boat suddenly started to plane under main sail alone, in 20 knots of wind. Bad idea. So, instead of the Code 0 hoisted the light High Aspect jib, and we were under way again, well under control, but only making about 6 knots. I didn't want to waste this perfect weather, so gave the code 0 another try. And now, we are flying again at 7 or 8 knots, still nicely in control and making a lot of ground. It pays to work your way down the sail wardrobe, rather then settle with something small...

Bart

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