23 03.97s 003 32.76e

1700GMT

Another clear night but unfortunately one of motoring although with oily calm sea this lead to good progress.

The wind started to return with sunrise and by 0930 we could stop the engine and were soon sailing close hauled at 5 knots which felt great and as it livened up to 6 knots even better.

Chris’ early morning star sight on Regal centuarus was within 0.36 of a mile of the GPS putting him in an excellent mood to start the day. Andy was equally pleased when his fix on the morning sun was within 3.5 miles of the GPS and as it was only his 3rd day at trying out the sextant that was pretty good!

It is a while since we have sailed to windward and being heeled one way rather than rolling from side to side is a pleasant change once life at 25 degrees to port has been adjusted to. No cards at this angle though.

Just reefed ready for a bit of a squall ahead and in preparation for a more windy night.

Great sailing and all well aboard.

As ever FCA&A