DAKA
Well-Known Member
My guess would be Duncan has got it right, anyone who uses a UTC clock must know what they are doing, I would have to get an almanac out to check how much I need to add on, is that half past two Duncan ? 
I am not so sure Friday will be family cruising conditions, hope it improves but could be a bit dull from inside a V48.
Local conditions is an interesting point and crew need to be warned about the odd 3 miles of choppy conditions but in my opinion they shouldnt prevent a 100 nm sea passage.
Most of us would be happy to cast off for 15 miles across to cowes in a 6/7 knowing we are going to get one or two over the top, The Solent has lots of tide and wind amplification causing choppy conditions, I dont see the difference in casting off to cover 100 nm where most will be a slight sea save the headlands and races that are going to get Moderate for a short duration, just slow down for 3-4 miles until you are through it or avoid the worst by going casquets , Doyle, North Head etc
I am not so sure Friday will be family cruising conditions, hope it improves but could be a bit dull from inside a V48.
Local conditions is an interesting point and crew need to be warned about the odd 3 miles of choppy conditions but in my opinion they shouldnt prevent a 100 nm sea passage.
Most of us would be happy to cast off for 15 miles across to cowes in a 6/7 knowing we are going to get one or two over the top, The Solent has lots of tide and wind amplification causing choppy conditions, I dont see the difference in casting off to cover 100 nm where most will be a slight sea save the headlands and races that are going to get Moderate for a short duration, just slow down for 3-4 miles until you are through it or avoid the worst by going casquets , Doyle, North Head etc
