More good sailing as we head southwest on a course of ~230 magnetic. Light afternoon winds built in the evening, and by dark we were racing along in 15-20kts with gusts to 25 and higher. The sea state was very choppy, leading to an uncomfortable ride.

We jibed the main this morning and are now making an easy 6 knots with the wind directly astern under grey, overcast skies.

Day Five: 147nm
Position: 31 02’N 134 10’W

 

Downwind sailing