Leg 1 - Greenland

Rhys

We got a bit of a kicking from the left overs of that low, trying to make progress against the Labrador current, sloppy big seas, and strong wind. The wind died overnight, and the seas got smaller along with falling temperatures. The heating is working like a dream, keeping the crew warm and comfortable inside, with the cockpit enclosure providing the person on watch with plenty of protection from wind and spray. Yesterday was one of the first times I've tried to go upwind in those conditions on Zora, and it was no surprise to me that she took every big wave in her stride. The mix of current and swell pushed us off the rhumb line for several hours but we are back on track again.