[password] 5Fku_7$H
[position] 16 52.7s, 179 22.1e
[weather] Wind SE 17-21, Bar 1011.8, Sky 90% cumulus and altocum, Sea 2m SE, Ocean water temp 29.7c
[speed] 3.8 kts
[heading] 266T
[status] Sailing west along coast of Vanua Levu. 5 nm from reef pass into Savusavu BAy
Port broad reach under staysail alone.
Yesterday and last night a mix of sailing and heaving-to in order to time entrance through reef pass in daylight. The challenge has been to go slow enough to not arrive at night. Broad reaching with the staysail alone saw 5-6 knots. Late afternoon and through the night brought 3 meter seas. Squalls came at the rate of 2-3 per hour, bringing rain, gusty winds and more waves. The swell never did lengthen and smooth out, due to the frequent squalls I believe. Breakfast will be at anchor near Savusavu. All is well on board.
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