Our First Gale (Calico Skies Sailing, Ep. 44)

In this life, we consider 'bad' things to be learning experiences. Whether its a breakage or a tough passage, every challenging situation teaches us and in doing so makes us better sailors, happier cruisers and in many cases, stronger people. In this episode we departed from North Carolina, headed to the Bahamas, on January 15th with a forecast of 20 - 25 knots. What we got was 30 - 35 knots sustained with 40+ knot gusts. We learned several things on this passage with just one being not to trust the forecast when attempting a passage in the North Atlantic in January. If we ever find ourselves in the same situation again, we wouldn't take a 25 knot forecast on this route at this time of year. At least I (Grace) wouldn't. Bill might. ;) -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Thanks to our Patrons! Enjoying our channel? Consider joining the Calico Skies Patreon family for as little as $2 a month to get lots of extra goodies :) https://www.patreon.com/CalicoSkiesSailing -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out our store and shop our merch at https://sailing-calico-skies.myshopify.com/