More ships, more miles long fish nets, good sailing.
All was good till early this morning - still dark. The winds picked up and the shipping traffic was tough to avoid. Too much of the worlds commerce flows through these waters. After dodging a few ships and heading around a net we ended up with the wind blowing 20-25 kts and a little in front of the beam. Making good time and relaxing as a large ship had just passed us as close as they like to get, about 1 mile away. A little while later we get hit with a slap on the bow and a wave launching into our open hatches. Nothing like salt water in your berth for grumpy crew. The wave was the unseen wake from the cargo ship.
Noon to noon run: 175nm
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Fishing boat hazards...you are certainly getting your share of those and some really long lines! Glad you are safe and getting some good sailing.
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