7 miles turned into 11. The West End saga😅

Pete and Tina

Luckily the lightening hung in the sky mostly and didn’t make its way down to the water last night with the exception of 2 bolts. Some thunder and a rolly evening but overall, manageable. We picked up the anchor and continued toward west end under a little sail. The wind was meant to stay SW most of the day. After 3 miles, the current fighting us and seaweed got wrapped around the plop stopping us in our tracks. Pete freed this and we waited out a little longer to let the current ease up. About 2 miles from west end, our engine cut and we were in the ocean. We were taking the seas on the beam and getting pushed back and forth. We turned away from west end under sail. We considered crossing then since we couldn’t make it into west end under these conditions. We tried switching fuel tanks and managed to get the engine back on. We jibbed and changed direction. We had to tack a few times to make the approach under sail into the entrance. The entrance was super tight and the seas were not making it easier. Luckily we made it in safely! Phew. These last 2+ days have been a doozy. Desperate need of shower and some good sleep!!

Boat & Crew

Sweet Rain

Tartan, 34C

Pete Kinsella (Captain)

Partner, Male

Pete and Tina

Owner