Daniel Melichar

Harsh conditions in the second half close hauled in force 8 gale, fasing various technical issues.

Interupted soon after departure at Harberton for repairs of broken autopilot… lucky to have chance to see this place.

All time facing up to 45kn gusts was very decent passage, although we lost soon staysail halyard and staysail itself damaged. Blackwater tank also compromised caused limited wash/toilet availability. Waves/swell up to 6m was fine.